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Kilroy Realty Uses Creative Visualization Strategies to Market Brand and Portfolio.

New Content on Media Wall at 100 First Street Takes Viewers
Onto San Francisco Bay with the US Sailing Team.

8 November 2019 – San Francisco: This week, Kilroy Realty unveils a progressive new visual on the Okta Media Wall at 100 First Street’s lobby in San Francisco. This larger-than-life feature showcases world-class athletes, bringing the public as close as possible to the US Sailing Team without getting wet.   

“Kilroy’s new content on the Okta Media Wall at 100 First uniquely showcases our brand and our partnership with the US Sailing Team,” says John Kilroy, Kilroy’s Chairman and CEO, noting that the video loops throughout the day, Monday through Friday during high-volume times. “The content is artistic, beautiful, and one-of-a-kind. Kilroy is committed to delivering innovative strategies that elevate social spaces, amplify our brand, and create immersive digital experiences within our properties.”

Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/371730114

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfALoTzCbQA

The Okta Media Wall at 100 First is one of three such large-scale media installations within Kilroy’s San Francisco portfolio. The others are located at 350 Mission, which showcases public art, and Kilroy’s Innovation Center used to market their pipeline development projects, including the San Francisco Flower Mart and Kilroy Oyster Point. Large-format media walls are an example of how Kilroy uses technology and state-of-the-art visualization to market their brand and portfolio.

Kilroy’s media wall at the Kilroy Innovation Center allows viewers to virtually step into the future properties without the use of VR equipment. It is set up to visualize spaces at a 1-to-1 scale. The wall’s stats are impressive:

• 35’5” wide by 15’9” tall
• 2.5-millimeter pixel pitch (very tight resolution for a display of this magnitude)
• 8.3 million pixels 
• Over 4K resolution
• Multi-zone audio system with 5.1 surround sound
• Curved at 90 degrees for inclusive, immersive viewer experience

“The scale and complexities of our projects are ever-growing,” Kilroy continues. “To communicate the true experience of our developments requires a multitude of touch-points. We integrate cutting-edge technologies, such as our media walls, as a way to showcase our project’s programming through virtual experiences.”

“Thoughtful and awe-inspiring content curation for these large media walls is incredibly important to capture people’s imaginations,” Erik Altman of Zoetic, co-owner of the creative agency commissioned by Kilroy to produce the public video for the Okta Media Wall at 100 First.  “Content at this scale works best when slowed down, almost stopping time. It’s meant to feel surreal. These pieces are powerful branding opportunities.”

Photos of the 350 Mission and Kilroy Innovation Center: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/5awyh3y7cz0v7qg/AABrfYpcoWFvod3m5uveRCeua?dl=0

About Kilroy Realty Corporation (KRC), Kilroy Realty Corporation (KRC), a publicly traded real estate investment trust and member of the S&P MidCap 400 Index, is one of the West Coast’s premier landlords. The company has over 70 years of experience developing, acquiring and managing office and mixed-use real estate assets. The company provides physical work environments that foster creativity and productivity and serves a broad roster of dynamic, innovation-driven tenants, including technology, entertainment, digital media and health care companies.

At September 30, 2019, the company’s stabilized portfolio totaled approximately 13.3 million square feet of office space located in the coastal regions of Los Angeles, San Diego, the San Francisco Bay Area and Greater Seattle and 200 residential units located in the Hollywood submarket of Los Angeles. The stabilized portfolio was 92.1% occupied and 97.3% leased. In addition, KRC had six projects totaling approximately 2.3 million square feet of office and life science space that were 63% leased and 564 residential units under construction. KRC also completed 237 residential units, with a third of the units leased, and had two projects in the tenant improvement phase, The Exchange on 16th, totaling approximately 750,000 square feet, with the office space fully leased to Dropbox, and 96,000 square feet of retail at One Paseo, which was 100% leased.

The company’s commitment and leadership position in sustainability has been recognized by various industry groups across the world. In September 2019, the company was recognized by GRESB as the sustainability leader in the Americas across all asset classes for the fifth time. Other sustainability accolades include NAREIT’s Leader in the Light award for the past five years and the EPA’s highest honor of ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence award for the past four years. The company is listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index. At the end of the third quarter, the company’s stabilized portfolio was 61% LEED certified and 72% of eligible properties were ENERGY STAR certified. More information is available at http://www.kilroyrealty.com.

K*STAR*PRODUCTIONS

in association with Dimensions Dance Theater presents

ReDzONE: A Choreopoem and Transmutation Ritual

by the Kendra Kimbrough Dance Ensemble and Jennifer Johns

Two Performances Only: November 16, & 17

Compelling and timely work created around stories of women who have been sexually assaulted “moving and intense”  — Johanna Harris

Choreography: Kendra Barnes

Music & Poetry: Jennifer Johns

KKDE Dancers Lydia Clinton, Jhia Louise Jackson, Linda Steele II

www.kkde.net

6 November 2019 – Oakland, CA: Transmutation is defined as “the action of changing or the state of being changed into another form” or “the conversion or transformation of one species into another.” Over two transformative performances ripped from the headlines and the #MeToo Movement – November 16 & 17 – the acclaimed dancer and choreographer Kendra Barnes returns to the stage in collaboration with singer and writer Jennifer Johns, to share ReDzONE: A Choreopoem and Transmutation Ritual at the Malonga Casquelourd Center for the Arts (1428 Alice Street, Oakland). ReDzONE features dancers Lydia Clinton, Jhia Louise Jackson and Linda Steele II.

“ReDzONE is a work created around the stories of women who have been sexually assaulted,” says Barnes, known for her evocative and politically charged performances and dance creations.  “This piece is a healing mechanism for all involved and explores various healing rituals for survivors of sexual violence.”

Framed by selected poems and music by producer, lyricist and vocalist Johns, ReDzONE  lends further artistic voice to an epidemic that affects a third of women across the world. 

“What is powerful about the way we are approaching this issue of sexual violence against women in ReDzONE is our desire to transmute trauma into freedom. True healing is a process, not a destination. We are committed to honoring the journey of healing through movement, song, sisterhood, and affirming joy together. 

“While working on the creation of this piece we consulted with many women who had the all too common experience of being violated,” Barnes continues.  What we saw was the power not only in telling the stories but also in finding ways to model and move beyond them.”

Currently in ongoing development, in its final form, ReDzONE will be an evening-length production that will tour to US cities. 

“The structure is such that excerpts can be performed beyond the proscenium settings of theater and taken into the streets and quads of college campuses,” Barnes notes

KKDE’s artistic mission is to bridge diverse cultures and communities through thought-provoking performances that address the common human experiences of its audience. The Company represents a range of ages and body-types and incorporates a variety of dance styles to inform audiences about a variety of sociocultural issues. The choreography is largely influenced by Barnes’ existence as an African American woman, but also builds upon a wide array of dance genres, including fusing modern dance with movement from African, Brazilian, and North Indian cultures.

Performing socially conscious works like In The Meantime, a dance-drama about breast cancer prevention and awareness as well as ANGST: 3 AM an intimate look at anxiety in and among African American boys, during their self-identity formation, and how it affects the relationships within their families and the community (both in creative collaboration with Delina Patrice Brooks) validate that collective witnessing spawns healing catharsis.

ReDzONE: a transmutation ritual will have two performances: November 16 @ 7:30pm and Sunday, November 17 @ 3pm. All performances take place at the Malonga Casquelourd Center for the Arts, 1428 Alice Street in  Oakland.  Onsite parking is limited. Public Transportation / Ride Share is recommended. The closest BART is 12^th Street Oakland. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.kkde.net or by calling (510) 560-5533: $10 – $50

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San Francisco’s Alliance for Smiles Heads To Africa & Asia in November

November 2 – 16: China

November 3 – 17:  Egypt 

November 15 – 21: Nigeria 

4 November 2019 —  San Francisco, CA: This month,  Alliance for Smiles (www.allianceforsmiles.org), the San Francisco-based global organization providing sustainable cleft-palate treatment and support worldwide, continues with its global missions with trip to China (November 2 – 16), Egypt (November 3 – 17) and Nigeria (November 15 – 21)  having worked for 15 years in 15 countries.

“Our mission is about so much more than repairing smiles for young people around the world,” said Alison Healy, Executive Director of Alliance For Smiles. “Through the incredible contributions of our volunteer doctors and medical training teams, we not only heal bodies, but we build and foster ongoing international friendships.” 

In addition to organizing and sending two-week medical missions of surgical teams comprised of approximately 15 medical volunteers, supported by approximately 5 non-medical volunteers to a country, AFS also works side-by-side with local medical practitioners to exchange ideas on proper medical techniques and procedures, as well as to provide follow-up care.  Additionally, the organization also works to build sustainability in country, through the establishment and maintenance of Medical Treatment Centers that provide follow-up and continuing care to children who receive surgery.  

Alliance For Smiles has served almost 7,000 children worldwide. 

AFS provides care to all patients, regardless of sex, age, economic status, educational background, race, color, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or marital status.

Upcoming Medical Missions

• November 2 — 16, 2019 – Wenzhou China, Teaching Mission
• November 3 — 17, 2019 – Aswan, Egypt Medical Mission 
• November 15 – 21, 2019 — Lagos, Nigeria Medical Mission 

Learn more at: www.allianceforsmiles.org

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Manny’s Celebrates One Year Anniversary on Election Night 

1^st Annual “Manny’s Doer Award” Given to Melba Maldonado from La Raza Community Resource Center

Community Space and Café for Fostering Community Dialogue To Focus on “Defeating Donald Trump”

4 November 2019 – San Francisco, CA:  One year since the mid-term elections and one year until the 2020 President Election,  Manny’s (3092 16^th Street at Valencia, San Francisco – www.welcometomannys.com) celebrates its first birthday tomorrow, Tuesday, November 5, by asking for one thing only.

“Defeat Donald Trump,” sums up Manny Yekutiel, 30, who founded and runs the eponymous community engagement space and café. “That’s what I want for our birthday, and that’s what we’ll be doing every day, every hour, between now and Election Night 2020.”

Since opening its doors on Election Night 2018, Manny’s has become an epicenter of community involvement, dialogue and civic engagement having served over 50,000 people, staged over 400 events, donated space to more than 150 area nonprofits and charities and become “the New Hampshire of California” (KCBS Radio) by hosting 17 presidential candidates. Also, besides receiving copious media and public attention, Manny’s was recognized for his above-and-beyond achievements by the California State Senate as “Small Business of the Year.” 

“Instead of celebrating our accomplishments we are utilizing our one-year anniversary to start the charge to Defeat Donald Trump in true Manny’s fashion,” Yekutiel said, noting that 11 of the remaining Presidential candidates will be sending representatives to sign folks up and donate over the ensuing few months. Additionally, Manny’s will provide voter registration in English and Spanish, a mock “Voting Booth”, live music, Trump Pinatas and more.

“In addition, the 1^st Annual Manny’s Doer Award will be given to a local unsung hero,” said Yekutiel who promised a “special surprise” at 9pm tomorrow. “We’re excited for this inaugural honor to go to Melba Maldonado from La Raza Community Resource Center.”

 “Creating a central place for folks to go to become better informed and more involved citizens, has been the core of our mission since the beginning,” said Yekutiel. “My father came to North America with 23 dollars in his pocket and little English, originally from Afghanistan. He pumped gas, sold coffee on the street of Sudbury in below freezing temperatures, and worked the assembly line at a refrigerator plant, eventually saving up enough to open up a restaurant with his brother. My mother’s family, immigrants from Poland and Russia, owned a small grocery store in Brooklyn. Small business is in my blood. I was raised in a small business household and I’m proud of the hard work that both of my parents set as an example.”

“By the Numbers” About Manny’s 1^st Year

• 55,257 cups of coffee and tea sold
• 30,000 people attended and engaged in our civic programming
• $20,000 raised for local non-profits
• 5,400 free cups of coffee and tea given out to those who can’t afford it
• 785 people participated in Manny’s ‘pay if forward’ program to fund the above
• 450 civic events and gatherings hosted in the space
• 300 individual sponsors who support the space’s programming monthly
• 115 number of local organizations and non-profit given free or low cost space
• 20 Members of Congress have visited Manny’s
• 17 Presidential candidates have visited Manny’s
• 16 formerly homeless or incarcerated individuals now have full time job via Manny’s non-profit training kitchen
• 16 hours of continuous reading of the Mueller report at Manny’s
• 6 debate watch parties hosted in the space
• 1 year in operation
  

Manny’s is a people powered, community focused meeting and learning place in the heart of San Francisco that combines a restaurant, political bookshop, and civic events space. Manny’s goal: to create a central and affordable place to become a better informed and more involved citizen. Manny’s offers its events space to nonprofits, activists and civic organizations to spread their message and do their work as well as hosting its own civic and arts related programming. Manny’s kitchen is run by the non-profit, Farming Hope, which hires formerly homeless and formerly incarcerated individuals and trains them in the food skills needed to work in the restaurant industry.