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Congressman Webcasts for Veterans
On February 11, 2013, Congressman Gibson hosted a Veterans Advisory Board Meeting at Seven21’s spacious studio space. Veterans and Veteran advocates in the 19th Congressional District and surrounding areas attended. Seven21 webcasted the meeting via live stream and archived for those unable to attend.
“Hosting the board meeting at Seven21 was an honor. This was our first live webcast that premiered the Blackmagic ATEM video switcher. The board meeting was also archived for those to watch at a later time, allowing the community full participation even if absent from the actual meeting,” states Jeremy Ellenbogen, CEO and President of Seven21 Media Center.
The board meeting updated attendees on legislative initiatives in Congress. The impact of Vietnam veterans, with the re-introduction of Congressman Gibson, was a significant topic for attendees. Attendees provided the Congressman with feedback during the meeting. “The board meeting updated attendees on legislative initiatives in Congress. Congressman Gibson recently reintroduced legislation to ensure a greater number of Vietnam Veterans could receive coverage for illnesses and diseases linked to Agent Orange exposure, which was a key topic of discussion. Attendees also provided the Congressman with feedback during the meeting. “Providing access to those unable to attend is key to keeping the community informed on issues that impact them. We appreciate the ability to webcast similar events in the future to maintain open communication with the Congressman’s constituents,” said Steve Bulger, District Director for Congressman Gibson.”
The approximately two-hour board meeting be viewed at the following livestream link: http://new.livestream.com/ellenbogen/events/1864881
Gilday Creative Moves to Seven21
Gilday Creative developed into a creative studio working with small businesses in 2008. Specializing in identifying company brands, Gilday Creative is broadening their opportunities by leasing space at Seven21. Relocating to the historic Kingston, NY area is ideal to widen their audience, who will benefit from their innovative services.Gilday Creative is an award winning design studio that has provided web site and graphic design services to many local Hudson Valley businesses and organizations including Timely Signs of Kingston, MHV Federal Credit Union, Levon Helm Studios, YWCA of Ulster County, Literary Wonderland, Garrison Yacht Club and the Ulster County United Way. With an affinity working with the non-profit sector, they have also developed dynamic internet presences for regional non-profits including Cancer Support Community of Southern Connecticut located in Branford, CT and most recently the pit bull rescue Out of the Pits located in Albany, NY.
Managing every aspect of a company’s project, Gilday is passionate about delivering high quality work while providing great customer service and strategically budgeting for web development, branding, graphic design, and photography. A key aspect of Seven21 is having an office that is close to their clients. Also having access to editing suites and studios will facilitate productions and enhance team productivity.
If you would like more information on Gilday Creative please view their website at: www.gildaycreative.com and for further information on leasing space at Seven21 please view our website: www.seven21media.com.
Edgeworx Broadens Spectrum for Best of Both Worlds
Edgeworx Studios specializes in Visual Effects, Animation and Motion Graphics for television and film. This passionate and driven company takes pride in their outstanding client partnerships and provides the highest quality creative with cost effective, efficient budgets. A sample of their client list includes History Channel, National Geographic, HBO, Discovery Networks and PBS to name just a few.
Edgeworx Studios is looking forward to broadening their spectrum of work and establishing collaboration within the building. “We are looking forward to having the opportunity to extend our studio space while we maintain our footprint in NYC. For our team to have the balance and best of both worlds personally and professionally is something we are very excited for”, explains owner and Executive Producer, Cassandra Del Viscio.
Jeremy Ellenbogen, CEO and President of Seven21 stated, “We are looking forward to Edgeworx Studios joining our facility, for it will further develop the collaboration at Seven 21 along with providing communal support in film, television, commercials, video games and special venue projects.”
If you would like more information on Edgeworx Studios please view their website at: http://www.edgeworxstudios.com and for more information on leasing space at Seven21 please visit: http://www.seven21media.com.
Seven21 provides Ideal Space for NYC Film Production
The historic Kingston area was the perfect shooting location for NYC's film production. Peter Bobrow, Production Manager, stated “being situated at Seven21, also provided ideal spaces for the locality of the crew’s shoots throughout the area, including the Kingston High School”. This occasion granted recognition to the community, while giving students hands on experience as extras or interns. Read moreLearner First, poised for growth, expands at Seven21
Becoming a leader in the blended learning industry, with a 50% growth rate per year, Learner First realized that Seven21 could offer them more than an office space. Seven21 provided Learner First a facility that would provide room for expansion along with a think-tank of cutting edge entrepreneurs. When Learner First created a single sign on data management system, CORE, that addressed the new demands of educational reform, they didn’t have to go far for creative guidance and expertise when building their website, implementing marketing strategies, print advertisement, and honing their message. Read moreLee Palmateer Law Opens Up Kingston Office At Seven21
Lee Palmateer, Intellectual Property Attorney and Litigator, with the main office in downtown Albany,NY, realized a growing need for intellectual property law in the Mid-Hudson valley. Kingston, with its growing creative and entrepreneurial spirit, was strategically perfect to open up an office, mid-way between Albany and the Lower Hudson Valley. With the strong technology and media arts sector already in place, Seven21 Media Center was the perfect choice. Read moreSUNY Ulster and Seven21 form Media Arts and Technology Alliance
The Seven21 Media Center, SUNY Ulster, and Central Hudson to create the Media Arts and Technology Alliance at Seven21 Media Center on Broadway in Kingston. Seven21 is comprised of 20 independent boutique media companies in an incubator-like setting with state of the art equipment including: live studio and remote webcasting capabilities, multi-camera live-switched HD production, satellite transmission services of HD quality video, and the largest and most advanced green screen technology north of New York City.New Tenants to Seven21 Get Their Own "Stimulus Package"
The Kingston Local Development Corporation (KLDC) and Seven21 media center in Midtown Kingston hope to attract new companies to lease space and grow their businesses at the high-tech facility. The KLDC will give low interest loans of up to $10,000 to eligible businesses who relocate or expand to Seven21. The funding can be used for working capital, inventory, supplies, furniture, fixture, equipment or even lease payments for up to 6 months.This program will not only provide needed seed money but act as a business incubator offering workshops, training, business development, advice, and counseling by seasoned business professionals. Clinics and seminars in the studio are slated to begin this fall.
Next Step Digital makes the move to Seven21
Mike Kilpatrick and Sean Mahoney, colleagues at another digital design firm, were laid off after the company downsized back in March 2012. After working together for so many years they decided the next step was to start their own firm: Next Step Digital was born.They are occupying a bright, artsy office space on the second floor of Seven21. Mike and Sean often say how being at Seven21 is like a big family. They have already worked with several other tenants at Seven21 to collaborate on projects and have generated new business.
Next Step Digital has established itself in the Hudson Valley as a premiere group of Strategists, Project Managers, Creatives and Developers, as well as an effective professional organization. Their team has worked on projects ranging from web and digital design and development for several nationally and internationally recognized organizations such as; The American Museum of Natural History, Dunkin Donuts, to design and development for larger regional clients such as Frost Valley YMCA , Kingston Hospital, Policy Research Associates, Hudson Valley Tourism, SUNY Ulster, Tonner Doll and the Phoenicia Festival of the Voice.
Next Step Digital provides an exceedingly high level of service to its clientele, while bringing innovative marketing, media and technical problem solving experience to bear to meet the needs most commonly found by various organizations in the Hudson Valley and surrounding region. Read more
Strings Attached... Violin and Viola instruction at Seven21
Siobhan Solberg has created "Siobhan's Studio" at Seven21 underground, offering private violin and viola lessons for all ages and levels.Lessons are geared towards the motivated student seeking enjoyable music education that focuses on both artistry and excellence. Teaching all styles of music but encourage building a strong classical music base, the foundation of all other genres of music.
Siobhan Solberg, a classically trained violist brings the rich, full sound of her instrument to today’s rock, pop, and jazz scene. With a background in symphonic and chamber music, Siobhan has enlivened numerous contemporary recordings with her unique musical aesthetics. Along with her talent as a violist, Siobhan brings her background in composing and arranging to her studio recordings, making her a highly flexible musician able to improvise and perform at the highest standards of professionalism. visit her website for more info
