Evan Carter Signs with The Lavin Agency
Selected from Thousands of Canadian Comics

The Lavin Agency has been searching for three years in comedy clubs, at corporate events and everywhere else you can think of to find a comedian of Evan's caliber. Joining our roster of comedians who always meet and exceed the highest standards of our clients is no easy business so it's no wonder Evan was the only one to fit the bill!

Evan Carter's hilarious stand-up has garnered the interest of corporations across Canada. His ability to perform his stand-up routines flawlessly both for large and small audiences marks him a versatile and dependable performer.

Evan also excels as an MC and is able to keep the audience laughing at the foibles of everyday life. Evan is a comic genius guaranteed to get your audience wiping tears (of laughter) from their eyes!

For more information on Evan, click here. And be sure to check out our other outstanding entertainers, like Bob Robertson, Simon Cotter and Rick Mercer.

Farley Flex Tells Us What Makes An Idol
Canadian Idol's Most Popular Judge Signs On as Our Newest Speaker

Everyone has questions for Canadian Idol's most popular judge, the inimitable Farley Flex. The Lavin Agency decided it was time to get to the bottom of the phenomenon that is Canadian Idol. To find out the secrets and tricks of the trade we learned from Farley, click here.

Farley Flex has been a heavy hitter in the Canadian music scene for years. His talent at recognizing and nurturing the star quality he sees in young people have made him a success both personally and professionally. When he was chosen to become a judge on the hot hit 'Canadian Idol', Farley was just taking what he was already doing into the homes of thousands of viewers.

With a natural charm and ease in front of audiences both on and off air, Farley's message about the importance of finding your own talent and using it to fulfill your dreams is incredibly powerful.

Find out more about The Lavin Agency's own Canadian Idol, Farley Flex:

http://www.thelavinagency.com/canada/farleyflex.html

Congratulations to Cathy Hirst!
New Member of CSAE Board for 2004/2005

The British Columbian chapter of the Canadian Society of Association Executives has approached Cathy Hirst, Lavin Agency Vice President, to bring her many talents to their board of directors for the 2004/2005 year.

CSAE is the professional organization of the men and women who manage many of this country's most progressive associations, as well as those who supply the sector with essential products and services.

Congratulations Cathy - the CSAE has made a great choice!

To find out more, take a look here or email chirst@thelavinagency.com.

The Lavin Agency Signs Graeme K. Deans

The co-author of one of the best business books on the market today, Stretch: How Great Companies Grow in Good and Bad Times, Graeme Deans knows the secret to thriving in any economy.

Graeme, Vice President of AT Kearney, has spent years researching the correlation between companies that take successful risks. His presentations have revolutionized the mindset of multinationals, small start-up businesses and everyone in between. Graeme is also a leading expert on the impending impact that Asia is going to have on the global economy - why not be a leader in your industry by adjusting your plans now, not later, to benefit from the upcoming global shifts?

To thrive no matter what, you need to hear what Graeme has to say...

http://www.thelavinagency.com/usa/graemedeans.html

Mark Stevens: How to Save Money and Influence People
Author of Your Marketing Sucks

Mark Stevens is the marketing expert whose new book Your Marketing Sucks is changing the way smart managers think about advertising. Mark heads up his own marketing firm and works with one basic principle: dollar for dollar, is your marketing budget making you money? He applies statistical analysis to a system that no one thought could be quantified - and his technique is saving his clients tons of money.

His common-sense approach to marketing and business development will have you wondering which moves are selling your product - and which are wasting your money.

Does your marketing suck? Mark Stevens is the person to ask!

http://www.thelavinagency.com/usa/markstevents.html

Miguel Valenzuela Wins!
Winner of The Lavin Agency's New Website Contest

Congratulations and thank you to the winner of our new website contest. Miguel entered our contest by pointing out a small glitch that occurred in our transition from old website to new. Miguel was drawn from a pool of all our contestants to win this fantastic new digital Canon camera.

Thanks to everyone who entered the draw for all of your helpful pointers and feedback about our new format!