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Present
“THE 2006 DARE TO DREAM EXPERIENCE ”
A Sports and Entertainment Career Exploration and Motivational Program
Hosted by:
Lou Tilley, Comcast SportsNET
Don Tollefson, Fox 29 TV
Guest Speaker:
Vince Papale, Former Philadelphia Eagle
and subject of Disney Movie "Invincible"
 The Dare to Dream Experience is an informational, motivational one day career exploration program that introduces high school and college students to behind the scene jobs in the sports and entertainment industries. The 2006 event will take place on November 4th at St. Joseph's University, Philadelphia PA. The event is produced by red eye entertainment, located in Media, Pa.
Colleges and universities throughout the Philadelphia region have been invited to participate in the event. Modeled after past events, held at the Liacouras Center on the campus of Temple University, U.S.T.A. in Downingtown and Neumann College, the Experience will give students an opportunity to meet and interact with representatives from sports and entertainment companies, as well as participate in a panel discussion led by industry leaders from sports, television, radio, film music and the performing arts.
The event has been funded in the past through grants provided by the U.S. Department of Education in Washington, D.C. (thanks to the support of Senator Arlen Specter, R-Pa.) and our sponsor, First Keystone Bank, 7-Eleven stores, Comcast, Sovereign Bank, Subway and The Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union.
 Diane McGraw, creator and producer of the Dare to Dream Experience, previously served as President of the Los Angeles Sports and Entertainment Commission, President of the Orlando Sports Commission, Executive Director of the Philadelphia Sports Congress and Assistant to the President of the Screen Actors Guild & Astoria Motion Picture & TV Center in New York. Her first hand knowledge working behind the scenes in sports and entertainment as well as her commitment to providing education and career opportunities to our youth, led to the development of this important program.
THE PROGRAM
The program for the day will include:
- Welcome - Lou Tilley and Don Tollefson
- Guest Speaker: Vince Papale, Former Philadelphia Eagle
and subject of Disney Movie "Invincible"
- The Dare to Dream Video - A 20 minute documentary filmed at Lincoln Financial Field, Comcast / CN8 Studios, the Kimmell Center, Ruff House Records, Veterans Stadium, Power 99 and the set of network TV show Hack, highlights various jobs in the fields of front office sports management, TV, film and radio production, set design, stage, recording and music production through in-depth interviews with industry leaders in these field.
- Dare to Dream Industry Panel - The program will include a panel discussion with industry professionals sharing career advice, knowledge and insight with the students, followed by a Q&A segment.
- Motivational Speaker: Vince Papale, Former Philadelphia Eagle and subject of Disney movie "Invincible".
- Lunch
- Round Table discussions with industry leaders
- The Dare to Dream Career Guide - Each student attending the Experience will receive a manual including job descriptions in each industry, salary ranges, educational degree / training required and glossary of terms. The journal also includes tips on how to write a resume, thank you letters, and how to prepare for a job interview. These journals can also be used as an ongoing college and career portfolio.
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