Exclusive: Meet The Iron Man of Persian Community Shahbod Noori

Photo by Gisele Rebeiro/PartyBy5.com

Photo by Gisele Rebeiro/PartyBy5.com

“One Man With Courage Make A Majority” Shahbod Noori is the Publisher and President of Tehran International Weekly Magazine and the Founder & Chief Executive Officer of the Persian Relief Center.

Shahbod Noori was born on March 10, 1964, in Iran, Tehran. He became a driving instructor there at age 17. When the regime changed in Iran, he fled from his country through the mountains to Pakistan. There he continued to work as a driver, and also as a bodyguard for celebrities.

After one year in Karachi, Pakistan, Shahbod Noori moved to Vienna, Austria. He worked for the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society (HIAS) as a driver and security guard for the Jewish Synagogue. In 1986 he moved to New York and after six months, decided to head for the Golden State of California.

In Los Angeles, Shahbod Noori started his own driving school, Foojan Driving School. At the same time, for fun and because he loves Friday nights, he began creating and promoting Friday Night-only nightclubs at famous locations around the Los Angeles area. They included Rendezvous on Club Yes in West LA; Spanky on Paradise Night Club in Century City; Club Lido in Tarzana; and Club Rio in Encino.

Shahbod Noori is the Founder & Chief Executive Officer of the Persian Relief Center, a non-profit organization founded in 2008 to assist low-income or no-income families. Shahbod Noori is an entrepreneur with many skills. When he is not working on his Tehran International Weekly Magazine, he is working at his Super California Deli & Market (located at 20050 Vanowen St #C in Canoga Park, C). Super California Deli & Market has been serving the San Fernando Valley Persian community since 2009. In 2011 he opened California Kabob Restaurant (located at 20050 Vanowen St #B in Canoga Park, CA).


Shahbod Noori has put together 11 successful charity concerts with more than 3000 people for the Persian Relief Center. He has raised money and helped several dozens of people to keep roofs over their heads, go to school, find jobs, and has even sheltered them in his home for many months. Shahbod Noori promoted nine Persian festivals, which drew from 8,000 to 12,000 people, at sites including Mehregan on Hollywood Park Casino, Woodley Park, and Pierce College. He produced six Persian New Year’s festivals with more than 25,000 people in attendance on Balboa Lake Park in San Fernando Valley area.

Shahbod Noori is also the Founder & Executive Director of Tehran International Weekly Magazine, one of the leading Persian-Language magazines in the United States and around the World since 1996. In 2003, Shahbod Noori Started his recording company, Tehran Records, and has produced and distributed the albums from the top Persian singers. 

During his entrepreneur and publishing careers, Shahbod Noori has met and worked with powerful politicians, newsmakers and shakers such as former President Bill Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, LA District Attorney Gil Garcetti, Former Mayor of Los Angeles Richard Riordan, City of Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, Sheriff Lee Baca, and Zev Yaroslavsky from Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, among many others.

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He started his publishing company in 1989 with The Original Bazaar Weekly, the first free classified and advertising paper among Iranians residing in Southern California. Besides being a publisher, Shahbod Noori has always shown great concern for social issues within the Iranian community.

Both as a journalist and publisher, Shahbod Noori not only tries to be a true voice of Iranians in Southern California and around the globe, but also helps many in the community at times of despair and hardship. His passion for social justice and helping the most vulnerable women and children in society led him to found The Persian Relief Center.

For all his contributions for the betterment of society, in particular the Persian community, Shahbod Noori has received awards from the City of Los Angeles, and a Citizen award from the Los Angeles Police Department. Even the Persian community of which he is such a vital player has recognized his work and contribution by awarding him the Persian Media Award. Shahbod Noori is a recipient of the Charity Award and is Member of Who’s Who.

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Shahbod Noori travels all over the word and had visited many countries. Shahbod Noori has wide ranging interests, hobbies and activities. He is an accomplished photographer. Shahbod Noori is a professional Persian chef. Shahbod Noori is a licensed security guard. Shahbod Noori is also a licensed massage therapist: he has healing hands in meditation and pain management. Shahbod Noori is an Entertainment Sponsor and coach of many Persian models, actors and singers. Shahbod Noori loves to watch movies, viewing one movie per night before he goes to sleep.

Shahbod Noori is known as the Iron man, sometime working more than 12 hours a day. He is like a respected godfather of the Persian community because those who are in trouble or need assistance know they can go to him for advice and help.

Tehran Magazine LogoAbout Tehran International Weekly Magazine: Tehran International Weekly Magazine is the leading Persian-Language weekly magazine in the United States and around the world.

Mr. Shahbod Noori is the Founder and Executive Director of the publishing company. In 1989 he published the first 24- page Original Bazaar Weekly.

The Original Bazaar Weekly was the first free classified and a display advertising paper published for the Iranian community in Southern California.

After eight years, the Original Bazaar Weekly was the most popular free classified advertising paper among Iranians residing in Southern California. However, this great success was just the beginning.

In 1996, Mr. Shahbod Noori published Tehran International Weekly Magazine, which covers world news, entertainment, art, sports, cultural & social events, politics, etc., by utilizing the talents of the most famous writers from within the Iranian community.

In 2000, Shahbod Noori, for the first time in the Iranian community, released 108 pages of Tehran Magazine online at www.tehranmagazine.com. The on-line version of the magazine is free for people to read or print in PDF format, and is updated weekly with a one-month lag-behind.

In 2013, after 17 years, Tehran International Weekly Magazine has become one of the most popular and powerful Iranian magazines in the United States and around the world. Although it mainly focuses on California, the magazine covers the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, Australia and Middle East, as well.

Photos credit to: Shahbod Noori private archive collections, Travis Jourdain/Five Minute Photos and Gisele Rebeiro/PartyBy5.com

Editor’s Note: We want to thank and congratulate Mr. Shahbod Noori for all his contributions to the community and accomplishments. We want to wish him the best and we need more strong people like him that helps and cares about the community. We are so proud and happy to featured him in our pages.


About Esteban Escobar

Executive Editor In Chief, Director of Public/Media Relations & Community Affairs, Sales, Reporter, Webmaster & Graphic Designer Specialist. About Esteban “Steven” Escobar: Esteban A. Escobar (born in El Salvador, Central America on September 6th) is an Award Winning American (Journalist, reporter, editor, columnist, writer, producer, director, publicist, radio personality, accounts receivable specialist, humanitarian and philanthropist). Esteban is known as Steven Escobar. He is the Executive Editor-In-Chief of Diversity News Magazine, an online & special print consumer news magazine that is visited by close to two million visitors a month while growing each day. Esteban “Steven” Escobar is also Producer, Director of Diversity News TV, the host of Diversity News Radio, on Air with Steven Escobar and the President of Diversity News Publications, a news/entertainment multimedia firm in Hollywood, CA. Steven Escobar owns E.E.Enterprises and an affiliate of The Diversity News Publications Family of Companies. Steven Escobar is also the official Hollywood and Los Angeles County Events Examiner for Examiner.com and contributor for Yahoo.com distributed via Yahoo Voices. Steven Escobar also gives back to the community by helping charities, and since 2003 to the present, he has been raising money and awareness for AIDS Walk LA benefiting AIDS Project Los Angeles. Also in 2011 Steven Escobar raised money and awareness for The Life Group LA and volunteered for Exotifit For Humanity and The Human Rights Campaign Los Angeles Steering Committee. Steven was nominated for The Shorty Awards 2011 and the People’s Choice Fan Award 2012. In 2012 Steven Escobar receives the Humanitarian Award at the 2012 International Noble Awards. Also on June 2, 2012 Steven Escobar Received the Community and Humanitarian Services Award at Kayamanan ng Bayan for all his contributions to the Filipino American community in Southern California. On 12-12-12 Steven Escobar received Award for Most Fascinating Person of the Year 2012. On 2-22-2013 Steven Escobar is nominated for a 2013 EOTM Award (Entrepreneurs on the Move) for Outstanding Journalist and on April 25, 2013 receives nomination for 2013 EOTM Award for Outstanding Internet Radio. On April 4, 2013 Steven Escobar receives award for Diversity News TV “Best B-Roll." Yahoo.com names Steven Escobar the Hot 500 contributors during the month of March 2012 of Yahoo! Contributor Network. Steven Escobar currently resides in Los Angeles County in the City of Hollywood, CA. For more information visithttp://www.stevenescobar.diversitynewspublications.com, http://www.stevenescobar.blogspot.com or his IMDB at http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4164655/

Author Lourdes Duque Baron’s Private Press Book Signing a Huge Success Hosted By Cynthia Manley

Photo by Gisele Rebeiro/PartyBy5.com

Photo by Gisele Rebeiro/PartyBy5.com

On Saturday, February 16, 2013, the red carpet, the DJ, the entertainment, surprises and the yummy Buffet Seafood food was ready for the guests of International Published Boook Author Lourdes Duque Baron’s Private Press Book Signing held at Cafe Sierra, Universal Hilton 555 Universal Hollywood Dr. in Universal City, CA 91608-1001 from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm. The event was hosted by Cynthia Manley and co-hosted by Recording Artist Fawn, Bernardo Bernardo and Bernardina Kimmerle.

The Filipino American Press Club of California made an special entertainment surprise gift in honor and celebration of International Published Book Author Lourdes Duque Baron’s birthday. The surprise was a magic show that was performed by Cecile and Mighty Show. Also The Filipino American Press Club of California presented a trophy  roses and a certificate to author Lourdes Duque Baron.

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The event included also free signed books by author Lourdes Duque Baron and special performances by Matthew Parry-Jones, Cynthia Manley.

During the event singer Matthew Parry-Jones, who is just 12 years, and his mother signed a new recording contract with producer Andrew Lane.

The Baron Publishing House Corporation, World Wide Vital Marketing & Public Relations, Diversity News Publications and Diversity News Magazine presented surprise awards to: CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION to Cynthia Manley, Recording Artist Fawn, Matthew Parry-Jones. Also Diversity News Publications and Diversity News Magazine presented a surprise CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION to author Lourdes Duque Baron for her book“Scripted In Heaven.”

Some of the invited VIP’s guest and celebrities that attended were Reatha Grey from NBC Betty White’s Off Their Rockers, Canan Ayfer Fraser from Scream Famous Clothing store, Publisher and president Shahbod Noori from Tehran International Weekly Magazine, Recording, Carla Simpson, CEO from EOTM Media Group, Record producer Andrew Lane, Actress Thushari Jayasekera and many more.

Per media reports close to 100 people attended the event and it appears, every one enjoyed the entertainment, the surprises and the food.

The event was held by The Baron Publishing House Corporation with Diversity News Productions/Publications in association with The Filipino American Press Club of California.

The Baron Publishing House Corporation wants to thanks The  Filipino American Press Club of California, Five Minute Photos, Alireza Kia Photography, Cynthia Manley, Matthew Parry-Jones, World Wide Vital Marketing & Public Relations, Diversity News Printing Services, Diversity News Magazine, Diversity News Productions, Diversity News Publications, EOTM Media Group, Tehran International Weekly Magazine, Scream Famous Clothing, Celestial Productions and ScriptedInHeaven.com


About Lourdes Duque Baron: Lourdes (Lou) Baron is a community leader, international published book author of Scripted in Heaven, beauty queen (3rd runner-up for Mrs. Asia USA 2011 representing the Philippines), producer, philanthropist, president of Celestial Productions and founder/president of The Baron Publishing House Corporation. For more information visit http://scriptedinheaven.com/pages/author.html

About Scripted In Heaven: Scripted in Heaven follows the journey of Dr. Robinson V. Baron and his physical and metaphysical healing. As a stubborn surgeon, he ignores a cryptic warning from an old lady about a supposedly imminent complication with his health. The struggles that follow take him to journey of spiritual renewal, which leads him to rediscover his true faith and his true love. He seeks for the divine guidance of Padre Pio da Pietrelcina while trials and tribulations test him and his family. His devotion grew, even causing him to embark on a punishing pilgrimage to San Giovanni Rotondo in Italy, despite his fragile health. His mystical metamorphosis is a story of courage, sacrifice, and triumph. It inspires the reader to reflect on his own weakness and makes him long for purpose and truth in his mortal life. For more information visit http://scriptedinheaven.com/pages/book.html

Photos credit to: Alireza Kia/Alireza Kia Photography and Gisele Rebeiro/PartyBy5.com


About Esteban Escobar

Executive Editor In Chief, Director of Public/Media Relations & Community Affairs, Sales, Reporter, Webmaster & Graphic Designer Specialist. About Esteban “Steven” Escobar: Esteban A. Escobar (born in El Salvador, Central America on September 6th) is an Award Winning American (Journalist, reporter, editor, columnist, writer, producer, director, publicist, radio personality, accounts receivable specialist, humanitarian and philanthropist). Esteban is known as Steven Escobar. He is the Executive Editor-In-Chief of Diversity News Magazine, an online & special print consumer news magazine that is visited by close to two million visitors a month while growing each day. Esteban “Steven” Escobar is also Producer, Director of Diversity News TV, the host of Diversity News Radio, on Air with Steven Escobar and the President of Diversity News Publications, a news/entertainment multimedia firm in Hollywood, CA. Steven Escobar owns E.E.Enterprises and an affiliate of The Diversity News Publications Family of Companies. Steven Escobar is also the official Hollywood and Los Angeles County Events Examiner for Examiner.com and contributor for Yahoo.com distributed via Yahoo Voices. Steven Escobar also gives back to the community by helping charities, and since 2003 to the present, he has been raising money and awareness for AIDS Walk LA benefiting AIDS Project Los Angeles. Also in 2011 Steven Escobar raised money and awareness for The Life Group LA and volunteered for Exotifit For Humanity and The Human Rights Campaign Los Angeles Steering Committee. Steven was nominated for The Shorty Awards 2011 and the People’s Choice Fan Award 2012. In 2012 Steven Escobar receives the Humanitarian Award at the 2012 International Noble Awards. Also on June 2, 2012 Steven Escobar Received the Community and Humanitarian Services Award at Kayamanan ng Bayan for all his contributions to the Filipino American community in Southern California. On 12-12-12 Steven Escobar received Award for Most Fascinating Person of the Year 2012. On 2-22-2013 Steven Escobar is nominated for a 2013 EOTM Award (Entrepreneurs on the Move) for Outstanding Journalist and on April 25, 2013 receives nomination for 2013 EOTM Award for Outstanding Internet Radio. On April 4, 2013 Steven Escobar receives award for Diversity News TV “Best B-Roll." Yahoo.com names Steven Escobar the Hot 500 contributors during the month of March 2012 of Yahoo! Contributor Network. Steven Escobar currently resides in Los Angeles County in the City of Hollywood, CA. For more information visithttp://www.stevenescobar.diversitynewspublications.com, http://www.stevenescobar.blogspot.com or his IMDB at http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4164655/

Matthew Parry-Jones, Cynthia Manley to perform at Lourdes Duque Baron Private Press Book Signing on Feb. 16th

Matthew Parry-Jones and Cynthia Manley 2-16-2013Performer, Recording Artist and DIVA Cynthia Manley to host event. Additional performances by Cecile & Mighty Torrent Show, Bernardina Kimmerle and Bernardo Bernardo from The Filipino American Press Club of California‏.

Hollywood, CA — Friday, February 15, 2013 Diversity News Productions/Publications, The Baron Publishing House Corporation in association with The Filipino American Press Club of California invites you to a Private Press Book Signing event of International Published Book Author Lourdes Duque Baron from Scripted In Heaven to be held Saturday, February 16, 2013 at Cafe Sierra, Universal Hilton 555 Universal Hollywood Dr. in Universal City, CA 91608-1001 from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm.

“I’m ecstatic to have been given the opportunity to perform on the private book signing of the very popular Author Lourdes Duque Baron on Saturday 02/16 at the Universal Hilton. I am also very blessed to be working alongside with her. We have tons of plans along the line and I cannot wait for the projects to come about.” said Matthew Parry-Jones, actor, singer and performer.

Author Lourdes Duque Baron from Scripted In Heaven private press book signing at Universal Hilton February 16, 2013 from 6 - 10pmInvited guests and celebrities includes Reatha Grey from NBC Betty White’s Off Their Rockers, Canan Ayfer Fraser from Scream Famous Clothing store, Publisher and president Shahbod Noori from Tehran International Weekly Magazine, Carla Simpson, CEO from EOTM Media Group, Recording Artist, Performer and Legendary Irene Soderberg, Recording artist, performer, composer and DIVA Fawn, Record producer Andrew Lane, Actress Thushari Jayasekera and many more.

“This is a very well awaited and long planned event and now it is coming to a reality. I am sure this will be an eventful evening of stars and names in the entertainment business. I am having the time of my life.” concluded Mr. Parry-Jones.

Also event host and performer Cynthia Manley said “I love my life. I have traveled many countries, singing and enjoying the local flavors. Every once in a while an opportunity comes along that defies reality! This Saturday, I am honored to host (MC) and perform for a party, celebrating the release of a book “Scripted In Heaven” by International Published Book Author Lourdes Duque Baron.”

The event will featured Red Carpet Arrivals and Interviews, Buffet Seafood Dinner, Entertainment, Free Book, Book Signing, press conference by Author Lourdes Duque Baron, Matthew Parry-Jones & Andrew Lane and Award presentation. It do not includes Host Bar or parking. Each member or invited guest present is to be gifted with hardcover and special limited edition of Ms. Baron’s book “Scripted in Heaven”.

“This is a Private Press Book Signing at the Universal Hilton. Among many others in attendance, will be Multi-platinum producer, Andrew Lane. The Baron Publishing House Corporation in association with The Filipino American Press Club of California in coordination with Diversity News Productions from Diversity News Magazine has created an event worthy of the participants, and I get to be a part of it!! GOD is good, and I am thrilled to be one of the hosts of this spectacular Hollywood event. “There’s no business like show business “!!! concluded Ms. Manley.


This is also The Filipino American Press Club of California special entertainment program in honor and celebration of International Published Book Author Lourdes Duque Baron’s birthday.

The Baron Publishing House Corporation wants to thanks The  Filipino American Press Club of California, Five Minute Photos, Alireza Kia Photography, Cynthia Manley, Matthew Parry-Jones, World Wide Vital Marketing & Public Relations, Diversity News Printing Services, Diversity News Magazine, Diversity News Productions, Diversity News Publications, EOTM Media Group, Tehran International Weekly Magazine, Scream Famous Clothing, Celestial Productions and ScriptedInHeaven.com

Photo by Gisele Rebeiro/PartyBy5.com

Photo by Gisele Rebeiro/PartyBy5.com

About Lourdes Duque Baron: Lourdes (Lou) Baron is a community leader, international published book author of Scripted in Heaven, beauty queen (3rd runner-up for Mrs. Asia USA 2011 representing the Philippines), producer, philanthropist, president of Celestial Productions and founder/president of The Baron Publishing House Corporation. For more information visit http://scriptedinheaven.com/pages/author.html

Scripted In Heaven bannerAbout Scripted In Heaven: Scripted in Heaven follows the journey of Dr. Robinson V. Baron and his physical and metaphysical healing. As a stubborn surgeon, he ignores a cryptic warning from an old lady about a supposedly imminent complication with his health. The struggles that follow take him to journey of spiritual renewal, which leads him to rediscover his true faith and his true love. He seeks for the divine guidance of Padre Pio da Pietrelcina while trials and tribulations test him and his family. His devotion grew, even causing him to embark on a punishing pilgrimage to San Giovanni Rotondo in Italy, despite his fragile health. His mystical metamorphosis is a story of courage, sacrifice, and triumph. It inspires the reader to reflect on his own weakness and makes him long for purpose and truth in his mortal life. For more information visit http://scriptedinheaven.com/pages/book.html


About Matthew Parry-Jones:
 Matthew Parry-Jones has been called one of the most outstanding Filipinos, the young Filipino champion. Born in the Philippines, 12 year old Fil-Brit Matthew Parry-Jones is an actor – singer/entertainer. He can already boast of a burgeoning career, having appeared in commercials, public service announcements and arts festivals, from theater to films! Matthew Parry-Jones also gives back to our society. He has opened The Jeremiah’s Foundation in aid of Feeding Programs in the Philippines. Matthew is touring the U.S. and the Philippines this year, 2013.


About Cynthia Manley:
 In 1982, Cynthia Manley hit the dance music community like a lightning bolt. With the support of Bill Motley’s productions, Moby Dick Record’s ground breaking marketing concepts , and surrounded by the Boys Town Gang, she helped to re-vitalize a whole genre of music.

This team warranted Cynthia 4 top 10 BILLBOARD dance hits, including the #1 classic hit “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough”, between 1981 and 1986, when Bill Motley passed.

The success of Give lead to Sunshine Hotel, the latest Lewis/Manley creation, released June, 2011, again on Purple Music. This song is already heating up dance floors around the world, and is blasting on radio stations across Europe. For more information visit http://www.cynthiamanley.com/

MEDIA CONTACT:
Alex Leon, Director of Marketing & PR
World Wide Vital Marketing & Public Relations Inc.
TELS: (323) 465-3945 or (213) 321-9408
http://worldwidevitalpr.wordpress.com/
worldwidevitalpr@gmail.com

EDITOR’S NOTE: Please post press release or mention event in your magazine, website, radio and television shows and if you would like more information contact Alex Leon via email at worldwidevitalpr@gmail.com


About Esteban Escobar

Executive Editor In Chief, Director of Public/Media Relations & Community Affairs, Sales, Reporter, Webmaster & Graphic Designer Specialist. About Esteban “Steven” Escobar: Esteban A. Escobar (born in El Salvador, Central America on September 6th) is an Award Winning American (Journalist, reporter, editor, columnist, writer, producer, director, publicist, radio personality, accounts receivable specialist, humanitarian and philanthropist). Esteban is known as Steven Escobar. He is the Executive Editor-In-Chief of Diversity News Magazine, an online & special print consumer news magazine that is visited by close to two million visitors a month while growing each day. Esteban “Steven” Escobar is also Producer, Director of Diversity News TV, the host of Diversity News Radio, on Air with Steven Escobar and the President of Diversity News Publications, a news/entertainment multimedia firm in Hollywood, CA. Steven Escobar owns E.E.Enterprises and an affiliate of The Diversity News Publications Family of Companies. Steven Escobar is also the official Hollywood and Los Angeles County Events Examiner for Examiner.com and contributor for Yahoo.com distributed via Yahoo Voices. Steven Escobar also gives back to the community by helping charities, and since 2003 to the present, he has been raising money and awareness for AIDS Walk LA benefiting AIDS Project Los Angeles. Also in 2011 Steven Escobar raised money and awareness for The Life Group LA and volunteered for Exotifit For Humanity and The Human Rights Campaign Los Angeles Steering Committee. Steven was nominated for The Shorty Awards 2011 and the People’s Choice Fan Award 2012. In 2012 Steven Escobar receives the Humanitarian Award at the 2012 International Noble Awards. Also on June 2, 2012 Steven Escobar Received the Community and Humanitarian Services Award at Kayamanan ng Bayan for all his contributions to the Filipino American community in Southern California. On 12-12-12 Steven Escobar received Award for Most Fascinating Person of the Year 2012. On 2-22-2013 Steven Escobar is nominated for a 2013 EOTM Award (Entrepreneurs on the Move) for Outstanding Journalist and on April 25, 2013 receives nomination for 2013 EOTM Award for Outstanding Internet Radio. On April 4, 2013 Steven Escobar receives award for Diversity News TV “Best B-Roll." Yahoo.com names Steven Escobar the Hot 500 contributors during the month of March 2012 of Yahoo! Contributor Network. Steven Escobar currently resides in Los Angeles County in the City of Hollywood, CA. For more information visithttp://www.stevenescobar.diversitynewspublications.com, http://www.stevenescobar.blogspot.com or his IMDB at http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4164655/

Ivette Saucedo Ms Spain crowned “Queen of the Universe 2013” and Golsa Sarabi Ms Iran Wins Queen of the Universe Award

Photo by Alireza Kia from Alireza Kia Photography

Photo by Alireza Kia from Alireza Kia Photography

Golsa Sarabi Ms Iran Winner of the Queen of the Universe Award and Top 13 of the Top 15 pageants at the 1st Queen of the Universe Pageant 2013.

At the Saban Theater located at 8440 Wilshire Boulevard, in Beverly Hills, California, 90211. The “Queen of the Universe” 2013 took place on January 27, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. The event featured a red carpet section and VIP room with drinks and appetizers. Ticket prices for the event were from $35 to $40. The event was hosted by Pili Montilla and Melissa Marty. There was special music performance by Denise Quinones and Melissa Marty.

Infinity Media, Inc. presented this lavish event at this popular venue. This spectacular event was produced by Academy Award Nominee, Michael Ohoven and Joyce Giraud.  The pageant is an international beauty pageant created to inspire women to become role models in the community.

Queen of the Universe 2013 benefiting charities were UNESCO (the United Nations Education Science and Cultural Organization), and Beverly Hills Temple of the Arts.

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Five exciting nervous contestants stand forth in front of the judges to be asked a specific question, but only one can be selected to be the winner of this prestigious award and title.

This year the gorgeous Ivette Sausedo from Spain was crowned and selected by the judges to be the next “Queen of the Universe 2013”. What an honor it is to represent the world as “Queen of the Universe”.  She was presented the crown and awarded many prizes that were contributed by many sponsors. Ms Romania is the 1st Runner-up of Queen of the Universe and the 4th (Ms. Israel), 3rd (Ms. Australia), 2nd (Ms. Mexico) came as top runner-up pageants.

Every year, pageants are presented to unite beautiful ladies that make a difference in the world we live in. The contestants are advocates who promote education, beauty, create awareness, and join forces to help their communities.  This event brings forth their beauty, talent and culture.  A winner is selected by judges who feel that this unique individual best fits as a mentor to advocate and give to back to the community.  The lucky winner should have good heart who loves to give back and work with charities around the world. Also, to be a role model who can contribute their time to help others make a difference.

The judges take their time to view the contestants, ask the ladies questions, and examine their beauty before they decide who will be the unique individual who will best fit the role of “Queen of the Universe”.  All the contestants are unique in their own way.  They all have contributed in building a better world, contribute to our society and supporting legit non profit charities.

Being that the pageant took place in California, it would have been excited if Tara Rice from USA had won. However, pageant winners are not selected that way.  Many contestants find their way to be selected to compete for this great honor, the confidence and experience they all gain.  For instance, we present Golsa Sarabi from Iran.  She started her acting and modeling from John Casablancas Company in Vancouver, Canada.  She then decided to move back to Iran to follow her passion in acting. Performing in plays and short movies gave her talent and experience to move back to the United States in 2009.  She also focused in fitness, mind & body.  It brought her to accept the privileged to represent Miss Iran in the “Queen of the Universe” pageant 2013.  The talents these ladies bring forth set a great stage to be presented to compete in a great event such as “Queen of the Universe” pageant.

The judges, contestants, sponsors, family and friends made this event possible.  Everyone contribute their time and efforts to support these fantastic ladies to become all they can be. Good luck to all the contestants. You are all winners!

Photos credit to: Alireza Kia from Alireza Kia Photography, Gisele Rebeiro from PartyBy5.com and Stella Gomez from Disco Stella’s Pics.

For more videos of the event, visit Diversity News TV on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/diversitynews

Editor’s Note: Special Coverage Story Written By Stella Gomez and Esteban Escobar aka Steven Escobar contribute to the reporting.

This story and article post was brought and in part sponsored by (Click logo to visit website).Tehran Magazine Logo


About Stella Gomez

STELLA GOMEZ, Contributor writer/photographer. About Stella Gomez: Is the owner/Photographer at Disco Stella's Pics. Also she is a Contributor writer and photographer at Diversity News Magazine published by Diversity News Publications. Stella Gomez is also community volunteer. She likes to help Diverse organizations and meet new people. Stella Gomez loves to takes photos and even write about some events. She also helps with the red carpet set up, events check in, tickets, auction handling and assist where needed by any organization. Stella Gomez became part of The Diversity News Publications Family since July 15, 2010 to present. Currently Stella Gomez is branding her photography images as "Disco Stella’s Pics". You can contact Stella Gomez directly for Freelance paid/volunteeer work to: discostella@verizon.net

Golsa Sarabi to take part of Queen of the Universe Pageant 2013 set for January, 27th 2013 at The Saban Theater

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By Alireza Kia from Alireza Kia Photography for http://www.tehranmagazine.com

On January 16, 2013 Infinity Media Inc. announced the Premiere Gala of “Queen of the Universe” Pageant 2013 and Red Carpet Event to be held at The Saban Theater located 8440 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, California 90211 on Sunday, January, 27, 2013 at  7pm. Tickets for the event are $40 for all ages. You can purchase them at http://wl.flavorus.com/event/Queen-of-the-Universe/151767?afflky=sabantheatre

“The Queen of the Universe” is very happy to announce that our premiere gala will take place in one of the most beautiful and historic venues, the Saban Theater. The event will be produced by Academy Award nominee Michael Ohoven.

“We are excited to have beautiful delegates from around the world coming together for one simple purpose: Create awareness and join forces to promote not only beauty and talent, but the interest in being advocates that truly promote education throughout the world because we believe it’s the only way to a better future,” said Joyce Giraud, president of Queen of the Universe. “Our main charities are UNESCO (the United Nations Education Science and Cultural Organization), and Beverly Hills Temple of the Arts. But we are truly committed to working with charities around the world.”

Courtesy of Tehran-Magazine

Courtesy of Tehran-Magazine

About Golsa Sarabi:
Golsa Sarabi is known as Mirage in the entertainment industry. She was born in Tehran, Iran on August 31, 1983. Her dad is a professional well known carpenter that runs their own family business with her mom in Iran. She has one sister, who is a successful business owner and lives in Iran right now.

Golsa is an actress/model/dancer, and certified Wellness Coach and Trainer. Being in the spotlight and helping others is her dream, so she took acting and modeling classes at John Casablanca in Vancouver, Canada. Educated in Iran, Canada and the USA, Golsa Sarabi has a diverse educational background behind her diploma and certifications. She has earned certifications in personal training, weight management, acting and modeling. Golsa Sarabi had participated in some fashion show runways while in Canada and then later moved back to Iran.

Her ambition in life is to be able to help poor children and bring happiness and joy to their communities, that’s why when she realized about her passion and talent in acting and modeling, she had started to take some acting and modeling classes. She would love to be able to have a voice that can be heard in the world and spread love and peace for all. Also, she has the entrepreneur spirit and would love to open a different type of fitness business that combines physical and emotional wellness and helps people to achieve their perfect bodies.

Golsa Sarabi lived in Iran until the age of 8, and then moved to Sweden with her family for 2 years. She then moved back to Iran to spend time with her family, and stayed there until the age of almost 17 years. She came to the USA when she was 18 years old and lived in Seattle, Washington. She only lived there for 1 year, then she moved to Vancouver, Canada, where she stayed for 3 years. She went back to Iran for 5 years, then moved back to Seattle in April 2009. She has been living and working in the US since then, and in February 2012 she moved to Los Angeles, CA.

Golsa Sarabi is planning to finish her bachelor degree in fitness and nutrition in CA, and continue with her acting classes as well. She has performed in different plays and short movies. In Seattle she pursued her passion in the fitness industry. She then moved to California and performed in a Persian play. She currently takes acting classes with Mr. Vincent Chase and has participated in fashion runways, web commercials, and modeling projects.

Golsa Sarabi is currently a beauty pageant candidate representing Ms. Iran in the Queen of the Universe Pageant which will take place on January 27, 2013. In the Queen of the Universe Pageant she will be competing with 45 women from different countries. She is a certified personal trainer, and wellness coach and she helps her clients with their nutrition and exercise plans. While at school she held first and second place in swimming, basketball and volleyball competitions. She always enjoys seeing people’s transformations with their health and fitness goals.  She currently resides in Los Angeles County in the City of Hollywood, CA. For more information visit http://www.hollywoodandme.com/637667784 and https://www.facebook.com/GolsaMirageFanPage
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About Queen of the Universe: Queen of the Universe is an international beauty pageant created to empower and inspire women who are role models and are committed to using their lives to better the lives of others. Queen of the Universe is a non-political, non-partisan platform for young women to achieve personal growth and development; to create communication skills, learn time management and balance, and most of all, great opportunities to become ambassadors of their countries, showcasing their beauty, talent and culture. For more information visit http://www.queenuniversepageant.com/home.html

This article is in part sponsored by Tehran International Weekly Magazine (Click logo to visit website).Tehran Magazine Logo


About Esteban Escobar

Executive Editor In Chief, Director of Public/Media Relations & Community Affairs, Sales, Reporter, Webmaster & Graphic Designer Specialist. About Esteban “Steven” Escobar: Esteban A. Escobar (born in El Salvador, Central America on September 6th) is an Award Winning American (Journalist, reporter, editor, columnist, writer, producer, director, publicist, radio personality, accounts receivable specialist, humanitarian and philanthropist). Esteban is known as Steven Escobar. He is the Executive Editor-In-Chief of Diversity News Magazine, an online & special print consumer news magazine that is visited by close to two million visitors a month while growing each day. Esteban “Steven” Escobar is also Producer, Director of Diversity News TV, the host of Diversity News Radio, on Air with Steven Escobar and the President of Diversity News Publications, a news/entertainment multimedia firm in Hollywood, CA. Steven Escobar owns E.E.Enterprises and an affiliate of The Diversity News Publications Family of Companies. Steven Escobar is also the official Hollywood and Los Angeles County Events Examiner for Examiner.com and contributor for Yahoo.com distributed via Yahoo Voices. Steven Escobar also gives back to the community by helping charities, and since 2003 to the present, he has been raising money and awareness for AIDS Walk LA benefiting AIDS Project Los Angeles. Also in 2011 Steven Escobar raised money and awareness for The Life Group LA and volunteered for Exotifit For Humanity and The Human Rights Campaign Los Angeles Steering Committee. Steven was nominated for The Shorty Awards 2011 and the People’s Choice Fan Award 2012. In 2012 Steven Escobar receives the Humanitarian Award at the 2012 International Noble Awards. Also on June 2, 2012 Steven Escobar Received the Community and Humanitarian Services Award at Kayamanan ng Bayan for all his contributions to the Filipino American community in Southern California. On 12-12-12 Steven Escobar received Award for Most Fascinating Person of the Year 2012. On 2-22-2013 Steven Escobar is nominated for a 2013 EOTM Award (Entrepreneurs on the Move) for Outstanding Journalist and on April 25, 2013 receives nomination for 2013 EOTM Award for Outstanding Internet Radio. On April 4, 2013 Steven Escobar receives award for Diversity News TV “Best B-Roll." Yahoo.com names Steven Escobar the Hot 500 contributors during the month of March 2012 of Yahoo! Contributor Network. Steven Escobar currently resides in Los Angeles County in the City of Hollywood, CA. For more information visithttp://www.stevenescobar.diversitynewspublications.com, http://www.stevenescobar.blogspot.com or his IMDB at http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4164655/

Exclusive: One on One Interview with Pageant Candidate of Queen of the Universe 2013 Ms. Golsa Sarabi

Photo courtesy of Golsa Sarabi

Photo courtesy of Golsa Sarabi

Golsa Sarabi is known as Mirage in the entertainment industry. She was born in Tehran, Iran on August 31, 1983. Her dad is a professional well known carpenter that runs their own family business with her mom in Iran. She has one sister, who is a successful business owner and lives in Iran right now.

Golsa is an actress/model/dancer, and certified Wellness Coach and Trainer. Being in the spotlight and helping others is her dream, so she took acting and modeling classes at John Casablanca in Vancouver, Canada. Educated in Iran, Canada and the USA, Golsa Sarabi has a diverse educational background behind her diploma and certifications. She has earned certifications in personal training, weight management, acting and modeling. Golsa Sarabi had participated in some fashion show runways while in Canada and then later moved back to Iran.

This one on one interview which was finalized on January 2, 2013 is a question and answer format.

Golsa Sarabi = GS and Esteban Escobar = EE

EE: In your own words who is Golsa Sarabi?

GS: Golsa Sarabi has lived in different cities around the world since she was a little girl. Changing locations, living in different societies and cultures, and starting everything over taught her so many great lessons, such as flexibility, strong personality, and dedication. She is a hard working person that when she sets her mind into something, she will definitely overcome the challenges to make it happen. She’s an energetic woman, who loves to inspire people around the world and transfer her love and energy to them. She has so many nice dreams and wishes for humanity and peace around the world, and one thing is for sure about her, that “She is here to use her talents and make a Change.”

EE: Who is Mirage?

GS: Mirage was suggested by one of my great friends, who owns a production company. It has the same meaning as my last name in Farsi, but it seems easier to say and more international for the entertainment industry. I love how it sounds, so unique!

EE: What do you fear the most?

GS: I believe life is full of challenges and different experiences that can teach us great lessons. We mostly fear of things that are unknown to us, but I believe I’m blessed by God’s power and even in the most difficult situations, his love always protects me.

EE: Please tell us about your Awards? and what they mean to you?

GS: I believe the most recent one was winning the title of Ms. Iran and being the candidate for the Queen of the Universe. I have won so many awards at school and college as the honor student, or the most intelligent student, or different gold and silver medals in sports competitions, and great recognition by my acting professors, directors, and even employers. What they all mean to me is, I always enjoy learning and I never feel fulfilled even if I win an Oscar one day, because I know there will be another experience that I never had before, I’ll keep up the hard work for the next role. So, there’s always room for growth as long as I’m alive, and I enjoy working hard for my heart’s passions.

EE: Whom have help you where you are now?

GS: My family has been always a huge support in my life, that I couldn’t have done anything without their help.

EE: What’s next for you in 2013?

GS: So many things. Actually, I always write down my next year’s goals exactly on the last day of the year, and you won’t believe it if I say that thankfully I achieve most of them by the end of the year. I will just shorten them in a few words that definitely there will be more projects and learning in acting and modeling path, fitness business, volunteer jobs, and charity events that have been already planted from 2012. I feel 2013 is the year that the seeds that I have planted from 2012 will start growing step by step.

EE: How would you like or want people to remember you when you die?

GS: A fearless top actress, that people enjoy her projects even though she’s not alive anymore. Also, the person who has made different moves for humanity, and helped so many people with a kind heart and nice smile.

EE: Whom you would like or want to thank?

GS: First, I would love to thank my family for their support. Then, all of my wonderful friends and fans, and most importantly my wonderful manager Sean Noori, and all of my amazing sponsors, especially Pars TV which I wouldn’t be able to continue my path without their strong supports. Also, I would love to appreciate the president and the whole pageant’s crew that have been giving me this wonderful opportunity to take this path with them, and all of their hard work and effort. It was absolutely a phenomena experience!! And last but not least, a special thanks to all the Iranians around the world. Love, Peace and Happiness to the whole world, “Happy 2013”

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Recently Golsa Sarabi was interviewed on Diversity News Radio, where you can listen to the complete interview by visiting at: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/diversitynewsradio/2012/12/22/welcome-to-diversity-news-radio-on-air-with-steven-escobar

Golsa Sarabi is currently a beauty pageant candidate representing Ms. Iran in the Queen of the Universe Pageant which will take place on January 27, 2013. In the Queen of the Universe Pageant she will be competing with 45 women from different countries. She is a certified personal trainer, and wellness coach and she helps her clients with their nutrition and exercise plans. While at school she held first and second place in swimming, basketball and volleyball competitions. She always enjoys seeing people’s transformations with their health and fitness goals. She currently resides in Los Angeles County in the City of Hollywood, CA. For more information visit http://www.hollywoodandme.com/637667784 andhttps://www.facebook.com/GolsaMirageFanPage

Editor’s Note: Article was first published January 3, 2013 on Examiner.com.

About Esteban Escobar

Executive Editor In Chief, Director of Public/Media Relations & Community Affairs, Sales, Reporter, Webmaster & Graphic Designer Specialist. About Esteban “Steven” Escobar: Esteban A. Escobar (born in El Salvador, Central America on September 6th) is an Award Winning American (Journalist, reporter, editor, columnist, writer, producer, director, publicist, radio personality, accounts receivable specialist, humanitarian and philanthropist). Esteban is known as Steven Escobar. He is the Executive Editor-In-Chief of Diversity News Magazine, an online & special print consumer news magazine that is visited by close to two million visitors a month while growing each day. Esteban “Steven” Escobar is also Producer, Director of Diversity News TV, the host of Diversity News Radio, on Air with Steven Escobar and the President of Diversity News Publications, a news/entertainment multimedia firm in Hollywood, CA. Steven Escobar owns E.E.Enterprises and an affiliate of The Diversity News Publications Family of Companies. Steven Escobar is also the official Hollywood and Los Angeles County Events Examiner for Examiner.com and contributor for Yahoo.com distributed via Yahoo Voices. Steven Escobar also gives back to the community by helping charities, and since 2003 to the present, he has been raising money and awareness for AIDS Walk LA benefiting AIDS Project Los Angeles. Also in 2011 Steven Escobar raised money and awareness for The Life Group LA and volunteered for Exotifit For Humanity and The Human Rights Campaign Los Angeles Steering Committee. Steven was nominated for The Shorty Awards 2011 and the People’s Choice Fan Award 2012. In 2012 Steven Escobar receives the Humanitarian Award at the 2012 International Noble Awards. Also on June 2, 2012 Steven Escobar Received the Community and Humanitarian Services Award at Kayamanan ng Bayan for all his contributions to the Filipino American community in Southern California. On 12-12-12 Steven Escobar received Award for Most Fascinating Person of the Year 2012. On 2-22-2013 Steven Escobar is nominated for a 2013 EOTM Award (Entrepreneurs on the Move) for Outstanding Journalist and on April 25, 2013 receives nomination for 2013 EOTM Award for Outstanding Internet Radio. On April 4, 2013 Steven Escobar receives award for Diversity News TV “Best B-Roll." Yahoo.com names Steven Escobar the Hot 500 contributors during the month of March 2012 of Yahoo! Contributor Network. Steven Escobar currently resides in Los Angeles County in the City of Hollywood, CA. For more information visithttp://www.stevenescobar.diversitynewspublications.com, http://www.stevenescobar.blogspot.com or his IMDB at http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4164655/

Samira Chatila Wins Ms. Exoti-Lady World Pageant 2011 & Maria Amor Birthday Gala Benefiting Exotifit for Humanity

Samira Chatila Wins DNM cover page June 2011It took about 3 months for Exotifit International Inc to put together a beauty pageant competition for the first time ever. The event was held on Friday, May 20, 2011 at the Universal Hilton in Universal City, CA from 6 pm to 2am. The set up crew were the first to arrive at the Ballroom C&D at Universal Hilton located next to the famous Universal Studios.
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During the event they featured 5 red carpets with about 100 media outlet representatives and close to 1000 guests. Some of the sponsors were also able to display items for the silent auction that was held during the show.
“I want to thank every single beautiful people who came and graced our event. It was a tremendous success, we are still in euphoric state! We will send out our thank you’s in the following days. I want you to know that we at Exotifit always recognize those who support and help us. We love you and more to come from Exotifit!” Said Maria Amor, Event Producer.
The Ms. Exoti-Lady World Pageant 2011 judges, some sponsors and celebrities arrived in a limo where they were interviewed and photographed on the red carpet. Something different was that on the event media wall there were most of the sponsor’s logos and some celebrities’ images. The event emcees were Anne Judson-Yager & Jesse Jam Miranda, who kept the audience entertained during the entire show.

“Thank you Maria and Exotifit, All the Pageants, the media, my friends, Edy and the supporters. I really love you all. It’s a dream come true”. Said Samira Kazemeni Ms. Exoti Lady World Pageant 2011 Winner.
The show’s rundown was as follows. First the Ms. Exoti-Lady World Pageant 2011 opened the night with a special dance performance, and then Shane Atoms, top 90 contestant from American Idol season 10 and The Exoti-Angels took the stage and performed a couple of hit songs. The contestants came back on stage to compete in the swimsuit competition. The judges were introduced and then event producer Maria Amor spoke at the event and introduced author Jeraldine Saunders as the event’s guest speaker. Then Exoti-Lady returned to compete in the fashion wear competition, followed by a special performance by Justin Chase. After Justin Chase, the contestants returned to compete in the evening gown competition. Justin Chase was back to serenade the candidates. Special awards were presented to the candidates and finally the winner of Ms. Exoti-Lady World Pageant 2011 was announced. After the pageant was over, guests were invited to stay to join the after party which celebrated the event, including Maria Amor’s 29th birthday.
“Thank you so much for all the Birthday shout-outs!!! I had the perfect birthday celebration with my Exoti-Ladies, my Angels and Goddesses, Exoti-Family, Exoti-Friends, Exoti-Sponsors, Exoti-Media Partners and Exoti-Guests! I couldn’t ask for more except I miss my family in the Philippines”. Concluded Ms. Amor.

 

It started with 14 candidates, but 11 finalists made it to the finals and the following ladies made to the final show: Christine Ames (Ms. Exoti-Lady USA), Maricris Bautista (Ms. Exoti-Lady Philippines), Lucie Volotzky (Ms. Exoti-Lady Canada), Marie Bogacz (Ms. Exoti-Lady El Salvador), Monica Farah (Ms. Exoti-Lady Hungary), Elena Berman (Ms. Exoti-Lady Ukraine), Samira Chatila (Ms. Exoti-Lady Iran), Nikki Storm (Ms. Exoti-Lady Washington USA), Mercy Alpert (Ms. Exoti-Lady Malasia), Laura Villescaz (Ms. Exoti-Lady Mexico) and Soraya Fallah (Ms. Exoti-Lady Kurdistan).
“Last night was an incredible experience. Congratulations to all of the beautiful women of the Ms. Exoti=Lady world, The birthday queen Maria Amor, and every single person who made the pageant possible including our wonderful family and friends who came to support”, said former candidate Ms. Kurdistan Soraya Fallah.
The 1st place prize went to Samira Chatila who won the crown and official title of Ms Exoti-Lady World Pageant 2011, the first runner up was Mercy Alpert (Ms. Exoti-Lady Malasia) and 2nd place went to Maricris Bautista (Ms. Exoti-Lady Philippines).
Special awards were handed out to Marie Bogacz (Ms. Exoti-Lady El Salvador) for Ms. Exoti-Congeniality, Samira Chatila (Ms. Exoti-Lady Iran) for People’ Choice Award and ), and Maricris Bautista (Ms. Exoti-Lady Philippines) for Exoti-Supermodel.
The gold sponsors were Ingrid’s Café, Cesar’s Photography, Marina Berberyan, Ninet Ghookassian, Tarzana Cosmetic & Wellness Center (Dr. Kamran Safvati), Shekhar Rehate, Eleite Team Services Inc and Crystal Heelz. The silver sponsors were Parris Harris, D’Nasip, The Law offices of Jeffrey Jackson, Pinhi Golf, D’Moiselle Couture, Tatyana Peter. Bronze sponsors Sumthin’sweet creations, Casablanca Pro-Sound & Lighting, G&B Fashion Accessories, Nora Demirijian, Bizarre Make-Up by Gayane Martirosyan, AMG Consulting Group Inc, Hayavi Live International DJ & Dancers and Wanda Patterson (The Image Maker).
Some of the media sponsors  were Diversity News Magazine, Model Vanity Magazine, Tehran International Weekly Magazine, ModelforUS, Manila-US Times, Close-Up, WTV Networks, Biz Mag, Palos Verdes TV, Rick Girl Production and Philippine Press (PPP).

The pageant judges were Sabrina Parisi, Wanda Patterson, Larry D Eudine, Shahbod Noori, Eric Zuley, Esteban Steven Escobar (our magazine editor), Jeffrey C Jackson, Pamela Asobo Anchang and Jarvee E. Hutcherson.
“The program was well organized. The sheer amount of detailed work going into this pageant and the success of its outcome is reason to celebrate. I think future event planners need to learn from the team of creative minds who worked so tirelessly to make this pageant what it was” said Cklara Moradian.
She concluded, “I was moved while being entertained. The Exoti-ladies blew everyone away. To torture a cliche, I was truly inspired. If at the age of 40, I have the strength, courage, and gorgeous body of the women of the Exoti-World pageant, I will feel like a queen. It has motivated me to work on my health and get into a better shape so that one day I can inspire other young women and encourage them to take care of themselves. Maria Amor is the embodiment of the entrepreneurial spirit and I am honored to have met her.”
The celebrities and personalities who attended the event were Jeraldine Saunders (The Love Boat Creator, Book author),  Jack Jones (Legendary award winning Artist), Steve Railsback (Actor), Jimmy Morian (Producer), Rick Mora, Actor (Twilight), Edvard Akopyan (TV Personality),  Larry D. Eudine (Actor), Dina BarEl (Fashion Designer), Fawn (Recording Artist),  Exoti-Angels & Goddesses (Performers), Ali Dean (The Unit), Tatyana Peter (Celebrity Couturier), Johnny V (Actor/Host), Sam Sarpong (Model), Chris Getz (Baseball Player), Ernie Singleton (Personality), Rebecca Whitman (Actress), Harmony Blossom (Model), Gregory Hatanaka (Producer Director, Distributor), Wonna De Jong  (Producer, Investor), Heidi Fiamengo (Fashion Designer), Chelsea Autumn (TV Personality from Bravo’s Millionaire Match), John Palisano (Film Maker/Musician), Ingrid Bedrosian (Celebrity Chef & owner of Ingrid’s Cafe Chef), Thushari Jayasekera (Outsourced), Bogdan Szumilas (Producer, actor, talent manager), Noa G (Fashion Designer), Hollywood Men (Models), Mirriam Chui (Beauty Queen), Mike Torchia (Fitness Celebrity), Anoush Sadegh (Host) and Michelle Andria (Singer), Em Roberts (Exotifit For Humanity), Eva Barry (Exotifit For Humanity) and Amber Rice (Exotifit For Humanity). Ms. Exoti-Lady World Pageant 2011 event was directed by Maria Amor and produced by Exotifit by Maria Amor.
Our own Esteban Steven Escobar was one of the pageant judges and our sister company Diversity News Magazine with our parent company were media sponsors.


About Exotifit for Humanity: Founded in 2011, Is a 501(c)(3) non organization to help promote health, fitness, wellness, beauty and arts to underprivileged women, children as well the disabled. For more information visithttp://exotifitforhumanity.org/ or exotifit.com

About Maria Amor:
Maria Amor is an AFAA (Aerobics and Fitness Association of America) Certified Aerobics Intructor, DVIDA (Dance Vision International Dance Association) Certified Ballroom Dance Instructor, a Paint Artist and Entrepreneur. Maria Amor is also the Founder and President of Exotifit for Humanity, Founder/CEO of Exotifit and President of MLT Enterprises. For more information visit http://www.exotifit.com/mariaamor.html

About Exotifit:
“It’s the sexiest workout ever”, says Maria Amor, founder of Exotifit, which blends diverse styles of musical dance with an invigorating soundtrack that gets you dancing to the rhythm. It’s far from a boring and unmotivating workout; it’s sexy. Exotifil is taught by Maria and some of her ExotiAngels, a
sister group comprised of some students and teachers who also perform at large functions and conventions such as the California Gift show and LA Fitness Expo.
Exotifit offers classes in groups or via private tutelage and also offers teacher certification for those interested in teaching Exotifit classes. Maria Amors’ Exotifit isn’t just a sexy and affordable workout for adults, but it’s a fun and energetic routine for children as well. Dances featured are African, salsa, chacha, tango, belly-dancing and many more. If you are looking for a fun, motivating workout, rush to your local fitness center for an Exotifit. For more information visit http://www.exotifit.com

Photos credit to: Travis Jourdain from 5 Minutes Photos, Nelson Shen & Stella Gomez

Source: Examiner.com

Editor’s Note: Story was proofread by Linda Krongold, our New York, NY Special Correspondent For Diversity News. For more information you can contact her at andmeljar@aol.com
Congratulations to Samira Chatila for winning the crown and title of Ms. Exoti-Lady World Pageant 2011. We want to wish her the best luck as the pageant carrier.

Diversity News Magazine Wins Exoti Media Award at Exotifit/Maria Amor’s Media Appreciation Season II

May 2, 2011 by  
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Diversity News Magazine wins Exoti Media Award Season IIDiversity News Magazine, published by Diversity News Publications is a proud winner of Exoti Media Award from Exotifit/Maria Amor’s Media Appreciation Season II held on  Saturday, April 30, 2011 at a private estate in the city of San Fernando Valley in California. Also our contributor photographer Francois Palais won the Exoti-Photographer- Season II.
Things Remembered
The Exotifit Family (Exoti-Angels & Exoti-Goddesses) by Maria Amor officially presented the EXOTI Media Awards by Exotifit/Maria Amor’s Media Appreciation Season II Official Winners & Ms. Exoti-Lady World Pageant 2011 Candidates announcement sponsored by Ingrid’s Café from Beverly Hills, CA.


“I want to thanks every one for this recognition, because it means a lot.” said Esteban Steven Escobar, Executive Editor-In-Chief of Diversity News Magazine.

The following media outlets and representatives won the Exoti Media Awards Season II:

Exoti-Humanitarian Award- Season II
Em Roberts

Exoti-Photographer- Season II
Francois Palais

Exoti-Media- Season II
Diversity News Magazine

Exoti- Family – Season II
Marina BerBeryan

Also Ms. Exoti-Lady World Pageant 2011 contestants were introduced officially to members of the media and they were asked couple questions by them:

Christine Ames, Ms. Exoti-lady USA
Maricris Bautista, Ms. Exoti-lady Philippines
Lucie Volotzky, Ms. Exoti-lady Canada
Marie Bogacz, Ms. Exoti-lady El Salvador
Monica Farah, Ms. Exoti-lady Hungary
Elena Berman, Ms. Exoti-lady Ukraine
Samira Chatila, Ms. Exoti-lady Iran
Sohelia Mozzafar, Ms. Exoti-lady France
Nikki Storm, Ms. Exoti-lady Washington USA
Mercy Alpert, Ms. Exoti-lady Malasia
Laura Villescaz, Ms. Exoti-Lady Mexico
Soraya Fallah, Ms. Exoti-Lady Kurdistan

Ms. Exoti-Lady World Pageant 2011 will be held on Friday, May 20, 2011 from 6:00 pm to 2:00 am at The Universal Hilton Hotel in Universal City, CA.


Actress Anne Judson-Yager and Vayaconmigo host Joey Valdez were among the attendees.
The event featured 2 red carpets, entertainment; DJ Earl’s World played all night and performances by Samira Chatila, Ms. Exoti-lady Iran, Soraya Fallah, Ms. Exoti-Lady Kurdistan. Also special performances by Justin Chase, Exoti-Angels & Exoti-Goddesses.

The event was held on Saturday, April 30, 2011 from 4:00pm – 11:00pm at Maria’s Amor private residence estate where more than 150 people attended the event.

Some of the sponsors the attended and were also introduced to the members of the were: Crystal Heelz, D’ Moiselle Couture, Official Photos by Cesar’s Photography, Inc., DJ Earl’s World, Casablanca Pro-sound & Lighting, Diversity News Magazine, Tehran International Weekly Magazine, ModelVanity.com and Manila-US Times.
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About Exoti Media Awards:
Founded in 2011 by Maria Amor, Exoti-Angels & Exoti-Goddesses from Exotifit International. The selection of the nominees was random selected by Maria Amor, Exoti-Angels & Exoti-Goddesses. The final and official winners are selected and voted by Maria Amor, Exoti-Angels & Exoti-Goddesses then the winners are announced at the award event.

About Exotifit:
“It’s the sexiest workout ever”, says Maria Amor, founder of Exotifit, which blends diverse styles of musical dance with an invigorating soundtrack that gets you dancing to the rhythm. It’s far from a boring and unmotivating workout; it’s sexy. Exotifit is taught by Maria and some of her Exoti-Angels, a sister group comprised of some students and teachers who also perform at large functions and conventions such as the California Gift show and LA Fitness Expo.

Exotifit offers classes in groups or via private tutelage and also offers teacher certification for those interested in teaching Exotifit classes. Maria Amors’ Exotifit isn’t just a sexy and affordable workout for adults, but it’s a fun and energetic routine for children as well. Dances featured are African, salsa, cha-cha, tango, belly-dancing and many more. If you are looking for a fun, motivating workout, rush to your local fitness center for an Exotifit. For more information visithttp://www.exotifit.com

About Ingrid’s Café:
Ingrid’s Bistro has been in business since 2006. It is truly dream the come true for Ingrid Bedrosian to have a petit Chateau where she can share her passion with her guests. Ingrid started with catering part-time while working in the Corporate World and Entertainment Studios full-time. She always dreamed and planned to one day have her own business and it happened in August of 2006. Her joy of cooking and baking for others is unlimited and you can taste the labor of love in every bite. All products are fresh and organic and arranged very elegantly.

The restaurant owner has catered to well known celebrities who have dined at her bistro. She has made her place into a very European comfort for everyone. It has truly become a hidden but known place in Beverly Hills in such short time. Ingrid’s Café is the official proud sponsor of Diversity News Magazine for the term year 2011 to 2012. For more information visithttp://www.ingridscafe.com/ or http://www.ingridsbistro.com

About Maria Amor:
Maria Amor is an AFAA (Aerobics and Fitness Association of America) Certified Aerobics Intructor, DVIDA (Dance Vision International Dance Association) Certified Ballroom Dance Instructor, a Paint Artist and Entrepreneur. Maria Amor is also the Founder and President of Exotifit for Humanity, Founder/CEO of Exotifit and President of MLT Enterprises. For more information visit http://www.exotifit.com/mariaamor.html

Photos credit to: Disco Stella’s Pics & Andre Cohen Photography.

Editor’s Note: Congratulations to all the winners and once again Thank you to Ms. Maria Amor, Exoti-Angels & Exoti-Goddesses for our award.

Ms. Exoti-Lady World Pageant 2011 Official Contestants Name Announced

On Sunday, April 17, 2011 Maria Amor, President and CEO of Exotifit International Inc., benefiting Exotifit for Humanity announced the name of the Ms. Exoti-Lady World Pageant 2011 contestants and event hosts.

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Candidate Names and country representing:

Christine Ames, Ms. Exoti-lady USA

Maricris Bautista, Ms. Exoti-lady Philippines

Lucie Volotzky, Ms. Exoti-lady Canada

Marie Bogacz, Ms. Exoti-lady El Salvador

Monica Farah, Ms. Exoti-lady Hungary

Elena Berman, Ms. Exoti-lady Ukraine

Samira Chatila, Ms. Exoti-lady Iran

Sohelia Mozzafar, Ms. Exoti-lady France

Nikki Storm, Ms. Exoti-lady Washington USA

Mercy Alpert, Ms. Exoti-lady Malasia

Laura Villescaz, Ms. Exoti-Lady Mexico

Soraya Fallah, Ms. Exoti-Lady Kurdistan

The above beauty contestants will be judged on the following categories: 20% on Beauty and Style, 20% on Interview, 20% on Swimsuit and 40% on Popularity.


The event will be hosted by actress Anne Judson-Yager and Vayaconmigo host Joey Valdez. Special peformance by recording artist Justin Chase and by the Exoti-Angels and Exoti-Goddesses.

The pageant event is schedule for Friday, May 20, 2011 from 6:00 pm to 2:00 am at The Universal Hilton Hotel in Universal City, CA located at 555 Universal Terrace Parkway in Universal City, CA 91608-1001. Per event organizers their goal is to celebrate a night of beauty, style, and cultural appreciation for women of least 35 years of age and of all nationalities.

Ticket are still available $80 for VIP with dinner and $30 for regular tickets with no dinner. Parking cost is $14 for valet and $9 for self-parking, both with the appropriate validation. For more information please RSVP with Maria Amor at maria@exotifit.com or (818) 983-3602. To purchase tickets online visit http://msexoti-ladypageant.eventbrite.com/

Major sponsors who make this event possible are: Dr. Kamran Safvati of Tarzana Cosmetic & Wellness Center, Crystal Heelz, D’ Moiselle Couture, G & B Fashion, Sumtin’ Sweet Creations, Official Photos by Cesar’s Photography, Elite Team Services, Inc., Ingrid’s Café, Earl’s World, Casablanca Pro-sound & Lighting, Fashion Rock Show as Official Hair & Make-up. The event guests speakers are: Marina Berberyan, Parris Harris, Wanda Patterson and more!

Media Partners are: Diversity News Magazine, Tehran International Weekly Magazine, ModelVanity.com, Model4.us, FilAmNation.com, Manila-US Times and more!
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About Exotifit for Humanity: Founded in 2011, Is a 501(c) non organization to help promote health, fitness, wellness, beauty and arts to underprivileged women, children as well the disabled. For more information visit exotifit.com


Cover photo credit to: Daniela Hubbard from PRPhotos.com

About Esteban Escobar

Executive Editor In Chief, Director of Public/Media Relations & Community Affairs, Sales, Reporter, Webmaster & Graphic Designer Specialist. About Esteban “Steven” Escobar: Esteban A. Escobar (born in El Salvador, Central America on September 6th) is an Award Winning American (Journalist, reporter, editor, columnist, writer, producer, director, publicist, radio personality, accounts receivable specialist, humanitarian and philanthropist). Esteban is known as Steven Escobar. He is the Executive Editor-In-Chief of Diversity News Magazine, an online & special print consumer news magazine that is visited by close to two million visitors a month while growing each day. Esteban “Steven” Escobar is also Producer, Director of Diversity News TV, the host of Diversity News Radio, on Air with Steven Escobar and the President of Diversity News Publications, a news/entertainment multimedia firm in Hollywood, CA. Steven Escobar owns E.E.Enterprises and an affiliate of The Diversity News Publications Family of Companies. Steven Escobar is also the official Hollywood and Los Angeles County Events Examiner for Examiner.com and contributor for Yahoo.com distributed via Yahoo Voices. Steven Escobar also gives back to the community by helping charities, and since 2003 to the present, he has been raising money and awareness for AIDS Walk LA benefiting AIDS Project Los Angeles. Also in 2011 Steven Escobar raised money and awareness for The Life Group LA and volunteered for Exotifit For Humanity and The Human Rights Campaign Los Angeles Steering Committee. Steven was nominated for The Shorty Awards 2011 and the People’s Choice Fan Award 2012. In 2012 Steven Escobar receives the Humanitarian Award at the 2012 International Noble Awards. Also on June 2, 2012 Steven Escobar Received the Community and Humanitarian Services Award at Kayamanan ng Bayan for all his contributions to the Filipino American community in Southern California. On 12-12-12 Steven Escobar received Award for Most Fascinating Person of the Year 2012. On 2-22-2013 Steven Escobar is nominated for a 2013 EOTM Award (Entrepreneurs on the Move) for Outstanding Journalist and on April 25, 2013 receives nomination for 2013 EOTM Award for Outstanding Internet Radio. On April 4, 2013 Steven Escobar receives award for Diversity News TV “Best B-Roll." Yahoo.com names Steven Escobar the Hot 500 contributors during the month of March 2012 of Yahoo! Contributor Network. Steven Escobar currently resides in Los Angeles County in the City of Hollywood, CA. For more information visithttp://www.stevenescobar.diversitynewspublications.com, http://www.stevenescobar.blogspot.com or his IMDB at http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4164655/

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