Media maven creates new interactive media experience designed to connect brands, bloggers and media for one amazing night.

Miami, FL (July 11, 2012) – Vanessa James, brand ambassador, celebrity media personality and owner of Vanessa James Media (VJM), will celebrate five years of entrepreneurship in the market by bringing together the brands, bloggers and media who have supported VJM, for a one of a kind event... the “VJMedia Mixology”. “VJMedia Mixology” is an international collective of media and brand partners and will take place at L-M-N-T Studios Midtown, 55 NW 36th St. Miami, FL 33127 from 6p.m-11p.m. This is an invitation-only event. Media must confirm attendance. "Today’s media and brands must connect with consumers differently. VJM is facilitating this engagement by creating a new interactive experience that we hope to duplicate across the U.S." said Vanessa James, CEO of Vanessa James Media (VJM).

Invited media will enjoy an exclusive “Bloggers Lounge” sponsored by Ford Motor Company where they will have a private preview of the new 2013 Ford collection. The lounge will be hosted by renowned Miami blogger "Jewel Figueras" of the blog "Jewel's Fab Life" and national blogger Christen Rochon of the blog "Divas and Dorks”. The “VJMedia Mixology” will incorporate all social media platforms including Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Tablets will also be provided for on-site blogging, Twitter, Foursquare check-in and video uploads.

"After many years of working in radio and television, creating my own brand has been a rewarding experience both professionally and personally,” said James. "What started as a small boutique voice over business has since grown to become a full-service company that allows me to showcase my multi-dimensional talents.”

Guests will have the opportunity to win amazing prizes from premiere brand partners such as: Flash Effect, Palace Resorts, Bombay Sapphire, Blackberry, Jetblue, and American Airlines Arena. Media will receive an exclusive VJM Swag Bag that will include premium products from: Flat Out of Heels, Well-Kept products, Blackberry, Barefoot Wine, Mixed Chicks, Covergirl, Pantene, vitaminwater, OneCoconut, Mercy products, Ductape and Diamonds accessories and the new Sagittarius line from Teedra Moses.

“VJMedia Mixology” was created to give the media and VJM partners a sneak preview into the latest projects and platforms set for VJM this fall and beyond. "The Check-In" with Vanessa James, an interactive digital television series, will focus on up close and personal interviews with some of the “world’s most intriguing people in some of the world’s most interesting places”. Guests will enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and wine from Barefoot Red Moscato as well as an array of premium Bombay Sapphire Cocktails while connecting with interactive media, brands, and bloggers from the arts and entertainment industries.

Music provided by DJ FLYGUY, with a special acoustic performance by R&B songstress Teedra Moses, who was recently seen at the 2012 Essence Music Festival in New Orleans, LA.


About Vanessa James Media (VJM):
For nearly 12 years, VJ (as she's widely known) wore several hats as the Music and Marketing director, program director, and on-air personality for various stations in Florida including WMIB-FM 103.5 (formerly) The Beat Miami and at WBWT-FM. These various roles propelled her dynamic career as a voice over talent, international host, and brand ambassador for a variety of products and promotional events. Vanessa James Media is a comprehensive and interactive company which leverages VJ’s versatile talents in social media, music, fashion, television, digital media, product and brand endorsements, event promotion, and voice-overs as a complement to her successes in radio and television. For more information, visit www.vanessajamesmedia.com


Media and Sponsor Inquiries:
On- Site Press Contact: Jess Manning, jessmanningpr@gmail.com, p. 404.313.7602
Event Producer and Sponsor Coordinator: Karlene McLeod, kjpmcleod@gmail.com