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December 20, 2007
Media Breakaway, LLC and CPA Empire® Holiday Party
This past weekend everyone at Media Breakaway, LLC and CPA Empire® gathered together for the annual Media Breakaway Holiday Party in downtown Denver.
As some of you may be aware our CEO Scott Richter and 10 of our employees (team Chubby’s Angels) were recently involved in the Breakaway Fitness Challenge – Part Deux. The final weigh-in took place on the 10th of December and both teams successfully reached their goals. However, both Scott and the Angels had some surprises in store for their respective opponents during the party.
Immediately following dinner, the Angels gathered on the stage and requested that Scott join them for a very special presentation. Scott was given a certificate congratulating him on hitting his weight loss goals along with a cape and crown befitting his accomplishment.
Not to be outdone, Scott also had something planned for the Angels. Scott announced that he had a new challenge for the Angels – in the form of a video entitled Chubby Angel’s Workout. The video, already garnering Golden Globe and People’s Choice award support in the category of Best Workout Video, held the entire crowd in a state of amazement at the incredible acting talents of its star performer – Josh Krogh. At the conclusion of the video, Scott one again congratulated his worthy opponents and presented each one with a certificate for a free massage at a local day spa.
Following the Fitness Challenge wrap-up were several special company announcements. The first was the announcement that Jenny Frederick has been promoted to Director of Product Development. Jenny has been with the company since June of 2006, as Manager of Special Projects.
After Jenny’s announcement the company’s first ever Employee of the Year award was given to Tony Bebber (Manager of the Creative Department). Tony joined the company in April of 2005 and has worked with literally every department within the company, providing outstanding support to our clients and fellow team members. Tony’s tireless efforts and work ethic are a shining example of our mission, vision and values in action.
After the special announcements, the evening’s entertainment was highlighted by Media Breakaway’s version of “Deal or No Deal”. Three employees got the chance to try their luck at winning the grand prize of $5,000 against toughest banker in the business – Scott Richter. This was the third time we had played the game (beginning at last year’s Holiday Party and then again at the CPA Empire Breakaway Conference 2007) and to date, no players had come close to breaking the bank.
The first contestant was our HR Manager, Dani Ross. Dani played a good game and eventually accepted an offer from the banker of $1,000 to become the biggest winner we have ever had in the contest. Her record only lasted until our second contestant, Affiliate Manager Jamie Stephenson took home $2,300. Although happy with his windfall, Jamie was dismayed to learn that the case he had initially selected held the jackpot of $5,000.
For the final game, Jenny Frederick was selected to take her turn on the stage. The contest quickly became interesting, as Jenny opened case after case of low dollar amounts – leaving her with several big numbers on the board, including the $5,000 grand prize. It finally came down to a last offer from the banker of $2,500 and Jenny’s shout of “No Deal!”. As the final case was opened, the entire crowd let out a loud cheer as Jenny became the first person to win $5,000!
While we everyone had a great time at our holiday party, the entire staff at Media Breakaway and CPA Empire® wishes you and your family a very Happy Holiday Season! We’ll see you again in 2008 for an even better year together filled with more fun and surprises!
Posted by Tom at December 20, 2007 02:46 AM