For Immediate Release: September 3, 2004

WORLD –RENOWNED MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER AND BEST-SELLING AUTHOR

LES BROWN

COMES TO PITTSBURGH, PA

“Inspire To Go Hire: An Evening for Those Expecting the Impossible”

Monday – November 15, 2004

7:00 PM

Vendor Opportunities & Doors opens at 6 PM

Soldiers & Sailors Museum & Memorial Hall

4141 Fifth Avenue

Pittsburgh, PA 15213

As corporate executives, small business owners and entrepreneurs witness record-breaking changes in how business is conducted and what customers want, they can often lose track of their personal and business goals, and their ethics. On the same note, employees, Community & Church leaders, homemakers and students, with even the smallest aspirations, may view their futures based upon current limitations, situations or environments. But Les Brown, who will be in Pittsburgh on Monday, November 15, 2004, has a different outlook. "Even in the midst of negative outward circumstances, people have created greatness in their lives," says Les Brown, world-renowned motivational speaker and best selling author. "People have to be brave enough to shake off

mediocrity and live up to their greatness," he says with a fervor that comes from his lifetime experience. Les Brown rose from his job as a hip-talkin' morning DJ, to a broadcast manager; from community activist to a community leader; from a political commentator to a three-term legislator; and from a banquet and nightclub emcee, to a premier keynote speaker who has inspired millions of people in this country and in other parts of the world. Given his array of experiences, Les Brown is able to touch the hearts and minds of broad-based audiences who seek greater satisfaction in their lives, regardless of their race, creed or color. (More)

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Some of Les Brown’s famous quotes include, 'Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you could land on

A star'. Another favorite is 'If you fall and you can still look up, then get up and start over again'. If you go to a Les Brown presentation, feeling unsure or like you can't make things happen in your life, you leave knowing you can!” stated an anonymous recent attendee of one of Mr. Brown’s presentations. "I will see him again and again because I am fascinated by his message and his unique entertaining delivery.” he concluded. In addition to Les Brown, Wil Carson who is a nationally recognized motivational speaker and distinguished member of the Les Brown Speaker Network will open with Brown. Cason has a deep passion for working with adults and youth and empowering them to reach for their full potential. In addition to motivational speakers, the evening will include liturgical dancers, a spoken word artist and gospel/jazz musicians. The entire evening is designed to motivate, encourage, uplift, inspire and empower all to reach their full potential in life-for everyone needs encouragement! Whether it is in a career or in the work place, home, school, personally or within a spiritual journey, individuals will walk away from this evening more determined, focused and driven to obtain all, once thought impossible! Advanced Group Tickets (10 or more individuals) are available beginning September 15- September 30, 2004. Group Leaders: Organize (10) or more individuals to purchase tickets and receive a free pass to the VIP Meet & Greet reception. Group discounted tickets are $15.00 and may be obtained by calling Corporate Planners- 412 494-5858. General Advanced tickets will be available beginning Oct 1- November 14, 2004 for $25.00 at The Christian Family bookstores at Robinson Twp. and Monroeville locations, Stedfords Records (North side) or online at www.ticketweb.com. Tickets at the door, if still available, will be $35.00. Media sponsors are WORD FM - 101.5 and Cornerstone Television- Channel 40.. For vendor and sponsorship opportunities, call Corporate Planners at 412 494-5858. A portion of the proceeds will benefit a charitable and /or non-profit organization to be announced.

www.lesbrown.com

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