BBES International Newsletter January 2015 bbesworld@outlook.com 224 West 35th Street, Suite 1102, New York, NY 10001 +1 (347) 374-8259 UNITED COLORS OF FASHION ANNUAL GALA New York, NY (October 8, 2014) Fashion philanthropy organization, United Colors of Fashion presented their 4th Annual Gala: Paper Dreams- Writing New Runways, located on 68 Lexington Avenue at the Lexington Avenue Armory. Ciano Clerjuste is the Founder, Chairman, and President of United Colors of Fashion and his program engages underresourced youth with opportunities in fashion and exposes them to the fashion industry in its true form. Paper Dreams: Writing New Runways speaks to the understanding that everyone s success stems from a dream. As young, starry-eyed hopefuls, UCOF s students have all their dreams written down on pieces of paper, which are the incubators of their talent and ultimate success. As their dreams translate to reality, they will become the ones who change the way runways present to consumers of fashion. Be it business, production, marketing, public relations, or design, their dreams will dictate the future of fashion. Therefore, their 2014 theme pays homage to the dreams these students have put down on paper as they will it to fruition and write new runways for the future. Bisila Bokoko Embassy International (BBES) is proud to have been a part of this event, collaborating with UCOF and designer s Agatha Ruiz de La Prada and Amparo Chorda. Bisila is the Brand Ambassador and Muse of Amparo Chorda and the Brand Ambassdor for Agatha Ruiz de La Prada. She truly cherishes both of these wonderful Spanish designers. BBES came into being because Bisila Bokoko, Founder and CEO, believes in her dreams and the dreams of others. The theme of this year s United Colors of Fashion Gala truly resonates with this firm. If you have a goal in mind and the will to reach success, then you will see positive results. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter /BBESInternational /BBESworld 1
AMPARO S SHOWING AT THE GRAND GALA BENEFIT IN THE HOTEL RITZ MADRID Madrid, Spain (14 November 2014) The Rotary Club Madrid Velazquez International District 2201 had a gala benefit, in which, seamstress and designer Amparo Chorda showed the debut collection of Amparo & Bisila. The Rotary is composed of one million two hundred thousand member, united to drive changes to improve the life in the town itself and the whole world. When creating haute couture, Spanish fashion designer Amparo Chorda, knows that skilled needlework and the love of the craft are the only ways to truly capture the feminine form. She also recognizes that clothing goes well beyond the threads, and projects an attitude and approach that is essentially the fabric of life. Together, Amparo and Bisila live and breathe the idea of dressing the real woman of the 21st century. This collection represents the old times of elegance, and is directly approaching the average woman, who attends events and wants to be sophisticated and comfortable in her own body. The key point is intemporal elegance for all. COLLABORATION WITH AGATHA RUIZ DE LA PRADA Designer Agatha Ruiz de la Prada and Bisila collaborated on a photoshoot for an Interview for Tropics Magazine. In September, the multi Awards-Winning Fashion Designer headed to Africa again to honor her invitation from the Nigeria Fashion Week committee. Agatha Ruiz de la Prada is a Spanish noble and Fashion Designer; and this will be the most exciting trip to the continent made by the famously known as the 12th Marquise of Castelldosrius. Previously, she has been a guest of honor and a representative of Spanish fashion on the main catwalks of Albania, Germany, Argentina, Austria, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Chile, Colombia, Croatia, Slovakia, the United States of America, France, Gambia, Georgia, Greece, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Morocco, Mexico, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Romania, Russia, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Ukraine, Uruguay, and Uzbekistan. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter /BBESInternational /BBESworld 2
PIKOLINOS INTRODUCTION IN SHANGHAI BBES travelled to Shanghai with Pikolinos for the opening of the pop-up shop there. Olivia Palermo, ambassador for Pikolinos Maasai project, along with William Kikanae, Maasai community leader and representative for the ADCAM Mara Vision Project, presented to the media the project that has, for the last five years, been successfully improving the quality of life of the tribe. Juan Manuel Perán, the Vice President of Pikolinos, also welcomed members of the media, bloggers and celebrities from the world of fashion. During each of their speeches, Olivia, William, and Juan Manuel all highlighted the importance of corporate social responsibility and the support for sustainable fashion with projects of this caliber. What is more, they were visibly proud and moved to have been able to make the motto of the Maasai Project a reality: A new world is possible. NEWEST CLIENT, FINGER360 Bisila Bokoko is the Brand Ambassador for Finger360 which is, like all their products, an article entirely manufactured in Spain. They allows people to talk on the phone, read their e-books, or work with their tablets without worrying about unexpected falls, discomfort, forced positions, or stresses leading to injuries. Their products are an ideal and a custom add-on to your style. CARMENCITA FANCY FOOD AND NOCHE VERDE The past year with the Spanish spice and tea company, Carmencita, has truly shared their passion for food with us. They were able to attend the Fancy Food Show at the Jacob Javits Center in NY and shared their knowledge and unique flavor with attendees, as well as sponsoring Noche Verde: A Celebration of Eco-Fashion event in September. It was hosted by Build A Better Planet, a non-profit organization promoting sustainability, with Drake Natural, which works to foster education and promote awareness about ethical and sustainable fashion. FOODIE CHANNEL EPISODES Bisila has stated, I love anything having to do with food! As brand ambassador for the gastronomic online Lifestyle TV Channel, FOODIE CHANNEL, that caters to those who enjoy cooking and food. She has hosted several cooking shows and promoted international cuisine among countries. Click here to watch the following shows at our youtube channel: Ensalada de Patatas y Bacalao (Potato and cod salad) Huevos escalfados con jamon (Poached eggs with Ham) Gaelletas de Jengibre (Ginger cookies) Tartar de Salmon (Salmon Tartar) Cocktails with Carmencita spices Foodie Channel Valentine s Day 2014 Special Thankgiving 2014 Show Follow us on Facebook and Twitter /BBESInternational /BBESworld 3
EXCLUSIVE WELCOME RECEPTION IN NY HOSTED BY THE LBOHUSF The Liceu Barcelona Opera House US Foundation hosted a Welcome Reception at the Queen Sofia Institute on June 3rd, 2014. Along with the presence of the Her Majesty Queen Sofia, the Honorary President of the Liceu Barcelona Opera House US Foundation, there were 200 renowned social, cultural, and economic US personalities in attendance. Based in New York as a nonprofit organization, The LBOHUSF promotes the cultural bridge between the Barcelona Opera House Gran Teatre del Liceu and the American society. The Foundation, which is legally based in New York since 2013, aims to strengthen the Liceu s brand awareness as a major Spanish Cultural institution and to promote the fundraising among US individuals. The Liceu Barcelona Opera House US Foundation was founded after the initiative of the Barcelona Opera House, Liceu, and the investment group Levante Capital Partners. The foundation also counts on the participation of Baker & McKenzie, who altruistically contributes with legal services and advice. The LBOHUSF relies on the artistic patronage of the following acclaimed figures of the Opera: Plácido Domingo, Montserrat Caballé, Josep Carreras, Jaume Aragall, Roberto Alagna, Fiorenza Cossotto, Mirella Freni, Marilyn Horne, Renata Scotto, Joan Pons, Dolora Zajick, Joyce DiDonato, Juan Diego Flórez, Bejun Menta, Sondra Radvanovsky and Rolando Villazón. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter /BBESInternational /BBESworld 4
EMPRETEC UNCTAD ENTREPRENEURIAL WOMEN AWARDS United Nations Headquarters in Geneva (Switzerland): October 15 - Bisila Bokoko was the presenter of the annual awards that the UN gives to the ten best business projects carried out by women. Bisila Bokoko, Spanish businesswoman of Equatorial Guinean origins, co-hosted as the master of ceremonies on October 15 along with the popular presenter of radio and television in Switzerland, Olivier Dominik in IV edition of the award ceremony Empretec Women in Business Awards, that took place in the Palace of the Nations, of Geneva, the European head office of United Nations. As the pioneering initiative of the UN for the promotion of enterprises, the Empretec Women in Business Awards is an international contest, which is held every two years aimed at rewarding the three best business projects started by women in various countries of the world. EMPRETEC (Global Project of the UN for the formation of enterprising individuals), is a pioneering initiative of UNCTAD ( United Nations Commerce Trade and Development ), aimed at teaching people with initiative, from the five continents, the necessary business skills to enable them to develop their own business. DOMINICAN REPUBLIC EVENT: TOPIC OF FEMALE ENTREPRENEURS Bisila attended a networking event called Liderazco en Tacones (Women in High Heels) on November 29th. She was able to speak about what goes into success in business, including her own experiences. There are many ingredients that go into making your goals and ideas grow. Whether you are dealing in the food or fashion industry, or working in the nature of cultural and institutional business, women can maintain their femininity and obtain success. Bisila discussed the belief that regardless of gender, everyone can make their dreams come true. These were the key points and led to a wonderful discussion. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter /BBESInternational /BBESworld 5
WHERE WE HAVE BEEN THIS YEAR New York, NY (Home) Ohio, U.S. Washington D.C., U.S. Mexico Domincian Republic Argentina London, U.K. Norway Germany Paris, France Switzerland Madrid, Spain Barcelona, Spain Valencia, Spain Italy Turkey Morocco Nigeria Zimbabwe South Africa Shanghai, China Follow us on Facebook and Twitter /BBESInternational /BBESworld 6 Follow us on Facebook and Twitter /BBESInternational /BBESworld 7