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... Chamber of Commerce Business Expo...
"Flash Back to the '70's" was the theme of the Catawba Chamber of Commerce's Business Expo held at the Hickory Metro Convention Center. Famous singing duo "Beana & Danny" flew in from LA to wow the crowd. - Hickory, NC - Oct 14, 2009
... The Alabama Blues Brothers ®™ return to OktoberFest
The world famous Alabama Blues Brothers return to Hickory OktoberFest and rock the house - Hickory, NC - Oct 09, 2009
The world famous Alabama Blues Brothers return to Hickory OktoberFest. This was after they're two hour non-stop show. Pat Appleson is eagerly awaiting the return of his Wayfarer® shades from the repair dept at Luxottica Group/Bausch & Lomb. Cindy in they're Public Relations Dept. as been very accommodating to help Pat look like a part time Blues Brother. Pat sez, "I won't be photographed in any other shades but Wayfarer's®, I've been wearing them since 1967, I wore them at Woodstock and I'm wearing them now". Wayfarer's® are the Official Shades of the Alabama Blues Brothers. Left to Right: Jamie Crysler, Famous Event Photographer Pat Appleson, who had exclusive photographic rights for the tour and Justin Crysler. Yes, they are brothers in real like. - Hickory, NC - Oct 09, 2009
The Charlotte Amalgamated Voice Over Society and International Submarine Band, October Luncheon - Charlotte, NC
Pat Appleson and well known Voice Over Artist Bob Souer take a break from lunch in Downtown Charlotte. It was the first meeting of the Charlotte Amalgamated Voice Over Society and International Submarine Band. Well something like that. And the waiters had no trouble hearing the lunch orders. Everyone ANNOUNCED them. - Charlotte, NC - Oct 02, 2009
Greater Hickory Classic winner Jay Haas
Jay Haas beat them all by Sunday Afternoon to take the title of the PGA's Greater Hickory Classic at Rock Barn Golf & Spa. Sponsored by KIA Motors, "The Power To Surprise" This is a Champion's Tour Event broadcast live on The Golf Channel Sept 14-20. Jay Haas becomes a two time Champion at Rock Barn with today's check of $262,500. - Left to Right: Pro Golf Legend Jay Haas and Famous Event, High Def Still Photographer, Pat Appleson. - Conover, NC - Sept 20, 2009
Saturday at the PGA's Greater Hickory Classic at Rock Barn Golf & Spa. Sponsored by KIA Motors, "The Power To Surprise" This is a Champion's Tour Event broadcast live on The Golf Channel Sept 14-20. Pat Appleson mugs with North Carolina pro Mike Goodes. Mike is the winner of the 2009 Allianz Championship played at Broken Sound in Boca. His current year champion's tour winnings puts him at 18th. with over $467,870 in prize money. He takes on two time Greater Hickory Classic winner, R.W. Eaks along with other PGA greats including Gil Morgan, Tom Kite and Lee Travino. Left to Right: Famous Event, High Def Still Photographer, Pat Appleson, Golf Legend Mike Goodes and Volunteer Robin Munden. - Conover, NC - Sept 19, 2009
... Party Like a Rock Star....
Party Like a Rock Star was the theme of the North Carolina Junior Chamber of Commerce's 2009 Mid Year Convention held at The Park Inn. Pictured: Two Kiss's, The King & Pat Appleson (Yes, The King looks more like a chubby George Michael) - Hickory, NC - August, 2009
... Time to Play Golf....
Unidentified local duffer seen in last minute warm up on Driving Range before Tournament Kick Off. It's the Catawba County Chamber of Commerce's 20th. Annual Membership Golf Classic. This years lead sponsor is Carolina West Wireless. This well attended event has two Shotgun Starts at 8 am and 1:30 pm. Host venue is the Fabulous Lake Hickory Country Club, Hickory, NC - August 2009 - Hickory, NC - August, 2009
... It's the....Advisor's Level !!!!!!!.., Back to you, Pat....
The Catawba County Chamber of Commerce awarded Pat Appleson Studios, Inc. "Advisor's Level" status earlier this year as a Chairmen's Circle Sponsor. Pat Appleson Studios, is pleased to have been named along with giants in the optical cable industry, CommScope/Andrew & Draka Cableteq USA, among others. Doing her best Vanna White at the Chamber Economic Luncheon at Catawba Country Club, is singer Rod Stewart's third ex-wife & former member of Spice Girls, now full time Senior Vice President, Catawba County Chamber of Commerce, Amy E. Powell. - Hickory, NC - August, 2009
The Greater Hickory Classic at Rock Barn
Media Day Kick's off the start of the PGA's Greater Hickory Classic at Rock Barn. This is a Champion's Tour Event broadcast live on The Golf Channel Sept 14-20. Guest speaker for the luncheon was North Carolina pro Mike Goodes. Mike is the winner of the 2009 Allianz Championship played at Broken Sound in Boca. His current year champion's tour winnings puts him at 18th. with over $467,870 in prize money. He'll take on two time Greater Hickory Classic winner, R.W. Eaks at Rock Barn this September along with other PGA greats including Peter Jacobson and Dave Eichelberger. Left to Right: Jim Correll, Tournament Director, Pat Appleson, Mike Goodes & Hal Rowe WHKY-AM, Hickory, radio Personality. And - Hickory, NC - July 2009
On location at the Hickory Downtown Development Authorities's "Hickory Alive" Music Fest. Making a rare, early evening appearance is the "International Gourd Lady", Margaret "Sparky" Sparkman, who's appeared on The Jay Leno Show more than once. Left to Right: Pat Appleson, Sparky the Gourd Lady, WBTV Channel 3 Anchorman, Jamie Boll. Thanks to Kevin Sharp, WBTV Chief Photographer for helping us capture the moment. And for more on "Sparky" Click here- Hickory, NC - July 2009
Pat Appleson mugs with VP of Sales, David Haas, for Legendary Hickory Oldies "Blow Torch" 63 Big Ways, WAIZ-AM, WNNC-AM & "The Ride" 95.7 WXRC-FM, Charlotte. - Hickory, NC - July 2009
The first meeting of the Official Destination Committee for the West Bloomfield High School Class of 1965 Forty Five year reunion. - L to R: Pat Appleson & Classmate Doug Ash checking out the short list - Hickory, NC - July 2009_Click here, for more photos
The Hickory Sportsman's Club held it's Gala Spring Dinner Party at Rock Barn Golf & Country Club. Featured guest's included Conover Mayor Bruce Eckard & well known sports writer Garland Atkins. Keynote Speaker was author, actor, musician and veteran PGA Player, Golf's Ambassador, Peter Jacobsen. Mr. Jacobsen is also know as the lead in musical group "Jake Trout & The Flounders". After dinner he signed copies of his latest book "Embedded Balls" and told stories about appearing in two motion pictures, "Dead Solid Perfect starring Randy Quaid and "Tin Cup" starring Kevin Costner, Don Johnson & Renee Russo & Cheech Marin. - L to R: Pat Appleson, President Pat Appleson Studios, Peter Jacobsen & Jim Correll, Founder, Hickory Sportsman's Club. Pat Appleson Studios supplied production & consulting services for the affair - Conover, NC - May 2009_Click here, for more photos
World-Renowned Artist, David Garibaldi brought a special night of Paint, Purpose & Passion to the C.O. Miller Teen Center of the Hickory Foundation YMCA. Mr. Garibaldi performed his "Rhythm & Hues" Show to a packed house and the large paintings were auctioned off after the event with proceeds benefiting the Teen Center. -April 25, 2009
The Catawba County Chamber of Commerce held it's annual "Champion's of Education Forum" in the Crowne Plaza Hotel Ballroom. Featured guest speaker was Dr. Walt Wolfram, William C. Friday Distinguished Professor & Doctor of Linguistics, North Carolina State University. Pat Appleson Studios supplied production services to the Chamber. L to R: Dr. Walt Wolfram; Pat Appleson, member Chairman's Advisory Council & Mike McNally Vice President of Government Affairs & Business Development for the Chamber - March, 2009
The Catawba County Chamber of Commerce held it's first "Labor Law Workshop" to help businesses understand the new labor laws. Pat Appleson Studios produced a two hour DVD version including all Location, Post & Mastering. L to R: Terry A. Clark, Esq; Danny Hearn, Chamber President; Kenneth P. Carlson, Jr. Esq; Constangy Brooks & Smith, LLP & Pat Appleson, member Chairman's Advisory Council - Feb, 2009
In Memoriam, Johnny Irons, 1939 - 2009
Michigan Radio Personality Johnny Irons, passed away on January 4, 2009, after a long battle with pancreatic cancer, he was 70 years old. Johnny was a one of a kind item, with a unique and engaging style that brought the listeners back for more. He was a friend, confidant & mentor to a seventeen year old who wanted to be a Broadcaster. His passing came as a great shock, you never think of your hero's as getting old. Johnny was a legend in the suburbs of what used to be called The Motor City and I shall miss him dearly - Pat Appleson - Jan 2009 Photo: Johnny Irons at the WPON-AM Pontiac Broadcast Console, Oct 1966_Click here, for more photos and newspaper stories
Womens Leadership Conference
The annual Catawba County Chamber of Commerce "Women's Leadership Conference" at Rock Barn Country Club was standing room only. Featured speaker was Beth Holloway, mother of Natalie Ann Holloway who disappeared on May 30, 2005, during a high school graduation trip to Aruba. Her disappearance caused a media sensation in the United States. In response to her daughters disappearance, she founded the International Safe Travels Foundation. The foundation is a non-profit organization, designed "to inform and educate the public to help them travel more safely as they travel internationally" She also signed copies of her book, "Loving Natalie: A Mother's Testament of Hope and Faith." - L to R: Beth Holloway & Pat Appleson, President Pat Appleson Studios. Pat Appleson Studios supplied production & consulting services for the event - Conover, NC -Nov 2008
PGA's Tournament of Champions
The PGA's Tournament of Champions Tour, The Greater Hickory Classic at Rock Barn Country Club was host to many Golf Greats and also, during the Pro-AM, many NASCAR legends. While waiting for the rain to stop, NASCAR winner Kyle Petty chats with Pat Appleson, Conover, NC -
The Hickory Sportsman's Club held it's Gala Fall Harvest Dinner Party at Rock Barn Golf & Country Club in Conover, NC. Featured guest's included Conover Mayor Bruce Eckard, well known sports writer Garland Atkins & Syndicated Radio Broadcaster Mark "Packman" Packer. Keynote Speaker was the world's #1 Sports Analyst and Odds Maker, Danny Sheridan. - L to R: Pat Appleson, President Pat Appleson Studios, Danny Sheridan & Jim Correll, Founder, Hickory Sportsman's Club. Pat Appleson Studios supplied production & consulting services for the affair - Conover, NC -October 2008
Chamber of Commerce Rally
Catawba County's Chamber of Commerce held a "Business vs Labor" Rally on the lawn of it's headquarters in Hickory. It was very informative with speakers from both sides. L-R: Pat Appleson, US Congressman for Tenth District, North Carolina, Patrick McHenry; & Western Piedmont Field Representative, Elizabeth Dole Committee, Jason Soper, August, 2008 - See all the photos at:
Geezer Palooza 2008 - "A Blast from the Past"
Fort Lauderdale's War Memorial Auditorium was the site of Geezer Palooza 2008. Sixties Radio personality Rick Shaw hosted groups from the 1960's. Including: Geekus, The Dead End Kids, Dr. T & The Undertakers, The Montells, The Birdwatchers and singer & host of Dick Clark's "Where the Action is"®, Steve Alaimo. The groups sounded great and rocked the house. Pat Appleson Studios supplied production services and consulting. L-R: 1970's Miami Air Personality, Pat Appleson and Miami Radio Legend Rick Shaw, August, 2008 -
"Radio Abaco 93.5 FM, Back On The Air".....
Radio Abaco 93.5 FM, located in Marsh Harbor, Abaco, Bahamas was knocked off the air by a lightning hit. The Owner & General Manager, Silbert Mills called on Pat Appleson Studios, to install a new FM Transmitter and Broadcast console along with many custom modifications to the TOC (Technical Operations Center). In a break from the install, we joined the locals for the annual Fiddle Cay Power Boat Regatta. We were pleased to meet and chat with the Bahamian Prime Minister. L-R: The Right Honorable, Hubert A. Ingraham, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, Pastor Silbert Mills, GM Radio Abaco & Pat Appleson. Marsh Harbor, Abaco, July 2008
Convention time again. Comedian Gary Alan and Pat Appleson stand in the lobby of the Las Vegas Convention center for the start of the National Association of Broadcasters annual convention © 2007 Pat Appleson Studios, Inc.
"It's Double Secret Probation for you".....
The Catawba County Chamber of Commerce hosted the "Education Breakfast of Champions" at Holiday Inn Select. It was a full house to hear North Carolina's State Superintendent of Schools, Dr. June Atkinson. Pat Appleson Studios supplied location production services for the Chamber. L to R: Ms. Lise Swennson, Director, Hickory Museum of Art, Pat Appleson, Dr. June Atkinson, State Superintendent. Hickory, NC. 07-10-08 © 2008 Pat Appleson Studios, Inc.
"actually, there are eight and a half dirty words..."
Nationally known comedian George Carlin passed away Saturday, June 21, 2008. George was 71. Brownsville Station opened the show for George Carlin in May of 1972 in Miami, Florida at the Miami Jai-Lai Fronton. George Carlin was HOT with his "Seven Dirty Words you can't say on Radio or TV". George was a wonderful talent and I shall miss him. L to R: Cubby of Brownsville Station, WWOK-AM/FM Air Personality Pat Appleson, and George Carlin, backstage before the show. - Miami, 1972 © 1972 Pat Appleson Studios, Inc.
"Call my Attorney,,,, Please"
Nationally known Charlotte law firm, Michael A. DeMayo, LLP hosted a "Business After Hours" get together for the Catawba County Chamber of Commerce members. The occasion was the opening of their newest location in Hickory, NC. L to R: Office Receptionist; Manager of the Hickory Office, Jim E. Crowell & Pat Appleson, Official Photographer of the Catawba County Chamber and President of Pat Appleson Studios, Inc. - Hickory, NC June 2008
Two Politicians, no waiting....
We had a very informative lunch at Catawba Country Club, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. Left to Right: Amy E. Powell Senior Vice President Catawba County Chamber of Commerce; US Congressman for Tenth District, North Carolina, Patrick McHenry; Mike McNally, Vice President of Government Affairs & Business Development Catawba County Chamber of Commerce; US Senator from North Carolina, Senator Richard Burr; Pat Appleson, Official Chamber of Commerce still photographer and President of Pat Appleson Studios, Inc. - Hickory, NC (Photo Credit: Gary Laws, VP Public Relations, Duke Power)
A Face for Radio
This is our ad in VoiceOver Miami edition 14, that will drop in July '08. This is the first year we've done a full page ad along with our voice demo. We've been a featured Miami voice since the beginning of the disc, 14 years ago. This years three CD set is sent to over 2200 bonifide producers and agencies that use voice talent. Order your copy at Voiceovermiami.com
"Chamber Business"
Before the festivities get under way at Senator Richard Burr's lunch appearance. L-R: Official Chamber of Commerce still photographer and President of Pat Appleson Studios, Inc. Pat Appleson with singer Rod Stewart's third ex-wife & former member of Spice Girls, now full time Senior Vice President Catawba County Chamber of Commerce, Amy E. Powell, - Hickory, NC
Radio in Miami
Director of Engineering, Jim Leifer at Clear Channel's Miami Cluster hosted the Society of Broadcast Engineers May meeting. Pictured in TOC (technical operations center) are long time friends and SBE members, Pat Appleson and Ray Vaughan. Tony Morales, CC Broadcast Engineer looks on. - Miramar (Miami) FL - May 2008
