Press Clippings
There are 71 total press clippings in this view, with 25 items displayed per page.
'Breaking History with Ryan Avery' Honors 9/11 Hero Welles Crowther
The television show "Breaking History" set the world record for the longest bandana chain. Shefik with his friend and colleague Baroness Olga Papkovitch Von Siebenburgen participated in the record-setting event, to honor heroism of Welles Remy Crowther.
'Breaking History' Trailer
"Breaking History" is the show that breaks world records around big issues affecting our local communities. Shefik appears in the show's premiere episode.
Photo Credit: Brenika Banks
'Playback' personifies time during its Hip Hop Film Festival screening
Director, writer, and producer P.R. Bryan personified time in his new feature "Playback", at the 8th Annual Hip Hop Film Festival. The film premiered at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. Shefik interviews Bryan during the post-film talk.
10,920 Red Bandanas and a New Record Honors Fallen 9/11 Hero
10,920 — that's the number of red bandanas that volunteers tied together to break a world record and to honor a fallen 9/11 hero. Shefik participated in the record-setting event, and he is featured in the video that accompanies the article.
Activist Shefik Talks to TRT World on USA's Charlottesville Clashes
The violence in Charlottesville has brought reactions from across the political divide, including Republicans. Cory Gardner, a senator from Colorado, denounced the incident on social media, calling it "domestic terrorism." Shefik speaks about the clashes.
Breaking History: Bandanas for 9/11
Shefik joined host Ryan Avery and the "Breaking History" team, as they ventured to break the world record for the longest chain of bandanas in honor of those who gave their lives and saved lives during the attacks of 9/11, including Welles Remy Crowther.
Broadway Sings for Pride presents REVOLUTION: 8th Annual Pride Charity Concert
On Monday, June 18, 2018, the theater world and New York communities will come together for "Revolution!" Broadway Sings for Pride will premiere their 8th anniversary benefit concert at The Cutting Room in Manhattan. Shefik is a featured speaker.
Photo Credit: Shefik
Broadway Sings for Pride Proves "We're All in This Together"
Shefik was the photographer for the group photo of performers at the 6th annual benefit concert for Broadway Sings for Pride. Included in the photo are actor Jason Stuart, recording artist Kimberley Locke of "American Idol", as well as many other stars.
Daniel Quadrino and Company Sing 'Imagine' at 2016 Broadway Sings for Pride Benefit
Shefik was the videographer for the video published. Award-winning non-for-profit Broadway Sings for Pride held their 6th annual benefit concert on June 20, 2016. To start the night, Daniel Quadrino, from Broadway's "Wicked" and Newsies, sang "Imagine".
Dreamer of the Month: Shefik presents Invocation
The August Dreamer of the Month is a renowned entrepreneur with literally too many accomplishments to name here! Shefik is not only an astute businessman, he is also a man of artistic talent and innovation.
Forbes Technology Council Member Companies Announce Key Partnerships, Product Launches and More
Horizon Interactive Awards, a leading international interactive media awards competition, recently announced its 2017 award winners to highlight the year's "best of the best” in interactive media production. Shefik won one award in the competition.
Forbes Technology Council Member Companies Expand, Celebrate Innovation and More
Hermes Creative Awards is an international competition for creative professionals involved in the concept, writing and design of emerging technologies. Media personality Shefik has won three awards in 2018 for his nationally syndicated radio show.
Forbes Technology Council Member News - August 2020
Shefik is hosting a new video series titled "Conversations from the Culture" for Hip Hop Film Festival. Comprising key selections and finalists of Hip Hop Film Festival, "Conversations from the Culture" highlights a variety of filmmakers.
Forbes Technology Council Member News - December 2020
Shefik announced that he returned as an official judge for the 5th annual Shorty Social Good Awards. This is the third consecutive year that he has been named a judge for the competition. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year's ceremony was held online.
Forbes Technology Council Member News - May 2020
Shefik announced that his team recently won a challenge hosted by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) intended to empower participants to take action on the COVID-19 crisis. Shefik's team...developed a project titled "CoWell Solutions".
Forbes Technology Council Member News - November 2020
Shefik moderated a series of panels during Hip-Hop Tech Con, an online conference held earlier this month. Hip-Hop Tech Con is a conference at the crossroads where hip-hop, technology, and entrepreneurs meet.
Forbes Technology Council Member News – April 2019
Shefik won a 2018 dotCOMM Gold Award for his nationally syndicated terrestrial radio show, "Shefik presents Invocation". In addition, in honor of Women's History Month, Shefik recently live-streamed coverage from the Spirit of a Woman Awards ceremony.
Forbes Technology Council Member News – April 2020
Shefik announced the launch of content from his self-produced and self-directed video series, "Shefik presents Invocation", on the Vewd media platform. The distribution agreement will bring "Shefik presents Invocation" to a broad array of smart TVs.
Forbes Technology Council Member News – August 2019
Shefik has been bestowed with the rank of Knight in the Equestrian Order of Michael Archangel, for his charitable and philanthropic work throughout the years. In addition, Shefik will host a live stream at the Hip Hop Film Festival.
Forbes Technology Council Member News – February 2019
Shefik has won a dotCOMM Gold Award in the 2018 competition for his nationally syndicated terrestrial radio show, "Shefik presents Invocation" (under the category "Audio: Program"). In the previous year, the show received two other dotCOMM awards.
Forbes Technology Council Member News – January 23, 2020
Shefik will return as a judge for the 2019 Vega Awards. The jury panel is composed of highly respected and experienced professionals who have distinguished themselves in their fields. Last year's Vega Award winners include MOTHERBOARD/VICE Media.
Forbes Technology Council Member News – January 6, 2020
Shefik will return as an associate judge for the 24th Annual The Webby Awards, where he will serve alongside a panel of esteemed judges. Last year's winners include National Geographic Partners, Google Creative Lab, and Marvel Entertainment.
Forbes Technology Council Member News – July 2019
Shefik has been named an official judge for the 4th Annual Shorty Social Good Awards, which recognize excellence in the professional social media community. This is the second consecutive year that Shefik has been named a judge for the competition.
Forbes Technology Council Member News – March 27, 2020
Shefik shared that, inspired by the ease of use and the energy of user engagement at Rizzle, he has shifted gears from judging duties to also become a content provider for the platform. Shefik's initial video content includes exclusive behind-the-scenes.
Forbes Technology Council Member News – May 2019
Shefik was an official judge for the 11th Annual Shorty Awards. Shorty Awards, also known as "Shortys”, honor the best of social media by recognizing the influencers, brands, and organizations innovating across the social web.
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