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MTHOKOZISI
"BRINGER OF JOY"
AGAIN-N-2010!
HERITAGE > CELEBRITY > LEGACY Unparalled Historic Hollywood Performer
Among the First Most Credited African-American
HOLLYWOOD CHILD STARS
PLATINUM ALBUM Artist Manager, Publisher, Producer
Distinguished Businessman, Educator, Life Coach, Mentor
Entertainment Industry "RAINMAKER"
DOIN' NEXT! & SOONEST!
Mark Robert Brown
“THE RECONNECTION RECLAMATION PROJECT” -- RECLAIMING A LOST HISTORY & HERITAGE; CLAIMING A LEGACY
A living compilation Documentary of paths crossed & influences had, that formed a compelling, unique, & amazing set of life’s experiences that few others can match; and which only a few, ever experience in Showbusiness
The story of
“M”
Personal interviews of the last living generation with 1st hand factual knowledge, & information about a "first"; an African American Childs Historic Journey & Career in Showbusiness
"HOLLYWOOD MOMENTS”
Interviews, Memories, & Memoirs
MARK ROBERT BROWN
Unparalled Historic Hollywood Performer
Among the First Most Credited African-American
HOLLYWOOD CHILD STARS
Heritage, Celebrity, Legacy
PLATINUM ALBUM Artist Manager, Publisher, Producer
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with
"THE LIST"
MICHAEL JACKSON,
MOHAMMED ALI, SAMMY DAVIS JR., BILL COSBY
BARBARA STREISAND, LIBERACE, PRESIDENT NIXON,
LIZA MINELLI, DEBBIE REYNOLDS, WILLIE COVAN,
TONY BENNETT, KENNY BURRELL, JOHN WILLIAMS,
HARRY BELEFONTE, SIDNEY POITIER, ALEX HALEY,
DIAHANNE CARROL, DELLA REESE, BENNY MEDINA,
JEFF POLLACK, REGINALD HUDLIN, RAY CHARLES,
BILLY PRESTON, HERBIE HANCOCK, NORMAN WHITFIELD SR., THE SHERMAN BROTHERS, PRESIDENT CLINTON,
HAROLD CHILDS, MIKE CURB, RUSSELL SIMMONS,
BRANFORD MARSALIS, DAVID BENOIT, PAUL JACKSON JR., ALONZO ROBINSON, SHELLY BERGER, BRIAN GERSH,
DOROTHY DAY OTIS, ERIC ROLLMAN, CASEY COLE,
CHARLES OGLETREE, JOE SMITH, LEE YOUNG JR.,
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DR DRE, SNOOP DOGG, “THE CHRONIC”,
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"A spirited visionary with a progressive set of entrepreneurial experiences which few others can match and unique life experiences which only a few, ever experience."
CURRENTLY:
SERVICE TO OUR LORD & SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST --
A PROGRESSIVE SET OF EXPERIENCES WHICH FEW OTHERS CAN MATCH!
UNIQUE LIFE EXPERIENCES WHICH ONLY A FEW, EVER EXPERIENCE!
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~ WE ALL DRAW STRENGTH FROM THE EXAMPLES WE SET ~
- Sent to me the third week Nov. '08 from Ira Alexander Daves, Fed Atty. DOJ. The African-American male to make Harvard Law Review, & classmate of President Barack Obama's Harvard Law Review class.
My closest brother & friend for 45+ years
LOVE LIVE LAUGH & GIVE ~
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YOU MAKE A LIFE WITH WHAT YOU GIVE ~
- Quincy Jones, CNN Dec. 8, from The Nobel Laureates Committee
Lots of Love this New Year 2010!
"M"
Mthokozisi
"Bringer Of Joy"
Again 'n' 2010!
:)
My given Zulu name from UCLA Prof of Zulu, circa winter 1984
"2 GOD B THE GLORY"
"DOIN' HIS WORK":
CONSULTANT: Entertainment Industry:
SPECIALIZING in DEAL NEGOTIATING!
Distinguished Education Specialist
Founder "The Guest Speakers Bureau"
Inspirational & Motivational Speaker
Documentary/Television/Film/Radio/Internet Producer: History Again 'n' 2010!
Entertainment Biz: Founder "Full Service" Global Entertainment Company: "LEGACY ENTERPRISES"
Producer, Business/Personal/Artist Manager, Deal Negotiator...
All Services MUSIC, TV, FILM, INTERNET, PRINT, GRAPHIC ARTS, ILLUSTRATION & ANIMATION, PRODUCT BRANDING, MERCHANDISING, PUBLISHING > Music, Literary...
Blogger, Author, Writer, Publisher: various
Sponsor: Several Community & Faith Based Youth Organizations, GOD,
Mike Davis ASSEMBLEYMEMBER 48th District
SOME POSITIVE THINGS I'VE BEEN BLESSED TO BE A PART OF:
Childhood & Teenage Years -- Celebrity Career:
"One day I will have the privilege of saying I new him when" - Dorothy Day Otis, leading childrens theatrical talent agent.
A historical figure in African-American Performance Vernacular
Historically considered among the first & top African-American child performers, and first child blacks as a Principal on National Television Shows & Commercials, Film. Voice Overs, Radio, Print, Recording, & Live Performance
A third of growing up years were spent on sound stages, in recording studios, & at performance venues worldwide
Great Grandson of the Historical Willie Covan, Tap Innovator, Performer, Choreographer, Instructor, Businessman
(See UCLA ARCHIVES > Dance, Film/Television, Theater Arts, African-American Culture, > Documentary on "Willie Covan", Produced by: Professor Beverly Robinson & Mark Robert Brown), also The Authoritative Book > "Jazz Dance, The Story of American Vernacular Dance"
CREDITS > THEATRICAL & PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS:
First & only Black child as Principal Actor on an episode of the original Star Trek series, Show title: "And The Children Shall Lead", character "Don Linden"
Other TV shows include:
First Black Child Principal Actor on:
"I Spy," "Andy Griffith," "Please Don't Eat The Daisy's, 'Love American Style," "Family Affair," "Flying Nun," "The Sandy Duncan Show," "The Paul Lynde Show," "Apples Way," "The White Shadow." "The Bill Cosby Shows: there were two before The Huxtables, "The Sonny & Cher Show," "The Glenn Campbell Show," "The Dating Game"-- Celebrity Guest, "The Art Linkletter Show," "Lancer"...
TV SERIES: Starring & Lead Roles
"Chico And The Man", "What A Year" w/ Rae Dawn Chong & Peter Horton, "Me & Benji" > First Black Child Lead to Star in a National TV Series > w/ Norman Tokar director > of "Leave it to Beaver" fame/Director, & The Screen Test for "Julia" w/ Diahann Carroll > called then, "Mama's Man"
First black Principal Actor on these national commercials & many more... McDonald's "Haunted House," Mattel Original "Hot Wheels," Polaroid w/ James Garner, Hunt's Snack Pack w/ Bill Cosby, Chrysler Plymouth Arrow," The Robot," Proctor & Gamble Products - Fab, Zest... "Wizard Of Oz" series, Voit Basketball - NBA Championships, United Negro College Fund, & about 50+ more! Several for the same products & companies like above
Recorded:
"Candy Man" w/ Sammy Davis, Jr., MGM Records w/ The Mike Curb Congregation
"It's A Small World" MGM Records/Disney
"The World Is A Circle" for Irwin Allen film "Lost Horizons" w/ James Joyce
"Up The Sandbox" w/ Barbara Streisand for film of the same name
"Tom Sawyer" feature > All Lead vocals for Fox's Feature Film "Tom Sawyer", for character Tom, played by Courtship of Eddies Father, Johnny Whitaker, worked directly w/ Disney's most prolific Oscar winning songwriters The Sherman Brothers -- Richard & Robert, and multiple Oscar winner Musical Director John Williams
"Marmalade Molasses & Honey" w/ Glen Campbell, performed Oscars for Best Song Nominee
TV SPECIALS:
Andy Williams Christmas Special, Arthur Godfrey Special Academy Awards Show '73, Grammy Awards Show '73, Walt Disney World Grand Opening Special, Debbie Reynolds Special, Macy's Day Parade Special '72, Liza Minelli Special, Tony Bennett Special...
FEATURE FILMS:
A Man Called Horse, w/ Richard Harris, Every Little Crook & Nanny, Ned Beatty & Lynn Redgrave, Homework, w/ Joan Collins, ...
TV MOVIES:
Green Eyes, w/ Paul Winfield, Minstrel Man, Lorimar
LIVE PERFORMANCES:
Bobbie Gentry - Las Vegas - Ceasers Palace, Lake Tahoe & Reno -Harrah's Casino
Liberace - Las Vegas - Hilton, Lake Tahoe - Harrah's Casino, Cherry Hill - The Latin Casino
The Mike Curb Congregation - Washington DC - Presidential Inauguration 1972 - President Richard Nixon, Annual Dinner of the White House Correspondent's Association '72
The White House - In Honor of His Majesty Hussein I of Jordan - '73
Miami Beach - The Republican National Convention & Network Broadcast of the Young Voters Rally - Historic Note: this is when Sammy Davis, Jr., Hugged & Kissed President Nixon on Stage in front of the worldwide broadcast, (see My Photos) it was noted as THE headline world wide the following day
Sammy Davis, Jr., Las Vegas - Ceasers Palace, Lake Tahoe & Reno - Harrah's Casino...
VOICE OVERS:
Knudsens, Pixie Sticks, Pogens Cookies, McDonald's, Coca Cola, Mattel Products including the voice of "Yummy Bear" pull string stuffed animal...
PRINT & CATALOGUE:
National Magazines & Billboards:
Skippy Peanut Butter, Chrysler Plymouth Arrow, Mattel Hot Wheels & Bath House Brass, Polaroid, Hunt's Snack Pak, Ebony - Cover...
Feature Articles Worldwide:
Time Magazine, "Crossing The Color Lines" Oct. 1968
Sammy Hugging Nixon @ Republican National Convention, Nat'l NETWORK BROADCAST > "Young Voters Rally" > Miami Marine Stadium - '72
"The Star Trek Communicator" -- The Children of Classic Star Trek -- "Growing Up With Star Trek"-- 30th Anniversary Classic Episodes Honoree
BENEFITS:
Jerry Lewis - Muscular Dystrophy Telethon, Lou Rauls - Parade of Stars Telethon, The Holiday Star Telethon...
Academia: HS
National Merit Scholar, Bank of America Drama Award, Who's Who
Academia: Adult Years
UCLA Honors Grad, BA, Ethnic Arts - World Arts & Cultures, Concentration, the Western & Non Western World - Music emphasis, additional core subject specialization's, Art, Anthropology, Dance, Folklore, & Theater Arts,
ADULT YEARS: Platinum Entertainment Industry Businessman, other Business, Education Specialist, Inspirational & Motivational Speaker, Sponsor:
ENT BIZ RECOMMENDATIONS EXCERPTS:
Joe Smith, RIAA's Top Music Company Executive Award for the first 50 Years awarded 2006:
"Mark has accomplished a great deal so far and will continue to bring credit to all involved with him"
Lee Young, major artists Attorney, Ice Cube 20+ years, et al.
Former President of Motown:
"He is a Rainmaker" "Mr. Brown's strides in the entertainment business are unique and limitless."
Kenny Burrell, Legendary Jazz Guitarist, & Professor & Director Jazz Studies, UCLA:
"Mr. Brown is a man of considerable personal magnetism, his enthusiasm seems limitless. His determination, intellectual capacity, his background, experience and maturity are such that his leadership is immediately apparent. His verve, enthusiasm and grasp are so pronounced, he is someone you must meet. I am privileged to commend Mr. Brown to you, he is exceptionally well qualified."
Ownership:
Co-Founder & President TMC Entertainment
ARTIST MANAGEMENT COMPANY, Independent
"1" RIAA Certified PLATINUM ALBUM
"5" RIAA Certified PLATINUM SINGLES
In less than 2 years > '91-'93
RIAA Certified Platinum Album:(1)
Shai, "If I Ever Fall In Love"
MCA/Gasoline Alley: Randy Phillips, President
RIAA Certified Platinum Singles: (3)
Shai, "If I Ever Fall In Love", "Comforter", "Baby I'mYours"
MCA/Gasoline Alley: Randy Phillips, President
RIAA Certified Platinum Singles: (2)
Chris & Lenny, writer/producers w/ Teddy Riley:
Michael Jackson, "Jam"
Wrecks-n-Effect, "Rumpshaker"
MCA/Future Records: Teddy Riley, President
Shout Out > TO:
Ernie Singleton, MCA/Urban, President, during our Platinum time!
Other ENT. Business Services:
SEGMENT PRODUCER:
FRONTLINE: "L.A. Is Burning" Emmy nominee on the '92 L.A. Uprising- PBS WGBH Boston
LIFE & TIMES: Ice Cube - Guest Host , "The Profit of Rap" & "The Predator" Album - Jan '93 PBS KCET Los Angeles
McNEIL LERHER: President Clinton at "The Playground" - Florence & 5th Ave., L.A. Jan '93
DIRECTING:
FRONTLINE: "LA IS BURNING" - Segments
THE CRUSADERS: NBC, Buena Vista Prods.
SONG PLACEMENT > ARTIST ACQUITSITION & PROVISION:
Joseph Stonestreet lead singer Blackstreet - songs to Howard Hewitt, & Haunted Mansion Prods - Michael & Norman Whitfield, Jr., Howie Rice, Bonnie Boyer w/ Prince New Power Generation, & Digital Underground Kiss me & I'll Kiss you Back
DIFFICULT SUBJECT ACQUISITION & PROVISION:
Exclusive access to LAPD Annual Awards Banquet '93 - Rodney King & Chief Bernard Parks "Two Shot' for Frontline LA Is Burning
Rescuers of Reginald Denny (all 4) for FRONTLINE LA Is Burning
Ice Cube for Life & Times
AUDIO FOOTAGE PROVISION:
Album "THE CHRONIC", DR DRE -- Audio for "The Day the Niggas Took Over: & "Little Ghetto Boy" for videographer Matthew McDaniel - Gorilla Style Productions
PRODUCER TV:
Frontline, Life & Times, The Crusaders
DEAL NEGOTIATOR:
CONTRACTS:
Producer: La Tanya Squires - The Crusaders - Buena Vista
Executive Producer: Karen Taylor
All Shai, & Chris & Lenny
Joseph Stonestreet projects other than Blackstreet
PRODUCTION DEALS:
Music > artists writer producers Chris & Lenny, w/ Teddy Riley > MCA/Future Records
DIFFICULT SUBJECT ACQUISITION & BOOKING:
The First, EARTH DAY -- EARTH ALLIANCE CONCERTS
Rio DE Janeiro, Hollywood Bowl > Natalie Cole, Shai...
MUSICAL DIRECTORS:
David Benoit, Paul Jackson, Jr., Gerald Albright, Patrice Russian, Vanessa Brown, Don Peake, Ndugu Chancellor, Patrick Gandy
BUSINESS - OTHER:
All CO's are leaders in their respective industries --
Business Development & Ownership:
VENTURE CAPITAL:
Demo-Net -- First Search Engine Prototype sold to Netscape, developed by computer industry guru Bob Johnson, on the Intel team that invented the first micro chip & founder publisher of the most industry award winning magazine "Computer Age"
SMR Mobile -- FCC License ownership for Cell Phone Repeater Stations & Wireless Cable Stations -- Nextel, Motorola, Direct TV...
Mainframe Central Processor Leasing -- Capitol Associates Inc. Fortune 500 CO.
DOIN' HIS WORK:
EDUCTION SPECIALIST:
Literacy Cadre Member - Special Education, LAUSD
Distinguished Educator: Westchester HS, Morningside HS, Wright, MS--
Central Juvenile Hall, Eastlake -- LACOE -- Founder of the '08 Guest Speakers Program -- Inaugural speakers for "The Guest Speakers Bureau" '09 include:
Marvel Studios Animation President '09, > Disney Animation President 2010 > "SpideyMouse" > Eric Rollman
Sony Pictures SR VP Comm's & Marketing, Don Levy -- Sony Digital Productions
Many more notables to come
"The Guests Speakers Bureau"
Inspirational & Motivational Speaker Mark Robert Brown, Esq., Mentor Jewel Diamond Taylor
Rakestraw Memorial Community Education Center -- wesleyla.net
CONSULTANT > MUSIC PUBLISHING > MUSIC PRODUCER > BUSINESS/PERSONAL ARTIST MANAGEMENT: Artist Sampling:
JACNIQUE > "Trial By Fire" Smooth Jazz Artist EXTRAORDINAIRE! >
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MySpace.com/Jacnique & www.JACNIQUE.net &
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WILLARD > "Celebrate Change" > The Best President Obama TRIBITE SONG - "KJLH" > Bangin' & Tight! > Will Brothers Producitons > WBP > @ YouTube.com, YouSendIt.com, & SouthCentralNews.com! & Contact Me
O'DELL Ross Jr. > "The Guitar And Me" > INCOMPRABLE Smooth Jazz Guitarist > featuring guest artist > Waymon Tisdale > Jeff Lorber > Michael White > Produced by DOA! > Contact Me
"KI" > Female Gospel Off The Hook Sista's! > It's like jill scott got god:) >
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ARTISIT PROJECT: "Live From Central" > Compilation Project > Illustrations, Music, Poetry > live from Central Juvenile Hall, "Eastlake", Los Angeles > "COUNTY", > featuring "Another Day In Hell" > Contact Me
and much more...
So ~
IF, you got IT & want to get (the "I,T") it, DONE, (the DEAL) >
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TELEVISION EXECUTIVE PRODUCER 2010 > If my boy "Bull" gets it right :)
"The Gentlemen of Jazz" > hosted by James Janisse
SPONSOR:
The PowerGirls Network- Inspiring Kids Beyond The Classroom -htitus@powergirlministries.org
Life's Art After School Program - Sun Blue Inc. -- sunblueinc.org
Rakestraw Memorial Community Center @ weslelyla.net
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AWARD WINNING INVESTIGATIVE SERVICE!
Personal to Fortune 500 > "THE BEST"
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LOVE U GODSISTA' MARSHA :)
REST IN PEACE: Beloved Close Friends who've moved on recently. Two of the greatest song writers, producers, musicians, & innovators EVER on this Earth!
BILLY PRESTON: "The Fifth Beatle" and More! -- One of greatest contributors to Popular Music of the 20th century!
NORMAN WHITFIELD, SR: "Pops", You said, "They don't write Songs anymore" Everybody take note! -- One of greatest contributors to Popular Music of the 20th century!
Mark Robert Brown, Esq., Ed. Sp.
GOD BLESS
&
BE GOOD
Recommending: Mr. Mark R. Brown
"Mark Brown has demonstrated some very entrepreneurial skills and strong initiative; instinct, talent, creativity and resourceful thinking; leadership, control and an insightful command of the creative and business processes, I highly recommend him".
~ Mr. Theo Mayer ~ President, Metavision, "leading edge" graphics communications company. Creator of the most prevalent stadium big screens~ "Diamond Vision" TM Worldwide
•"I have known Mark Brown for several years on a personal and professional basis. As an executive in the music industry for many years, I could recognize his strong desire and admire his willingness to devote many years to further master the intricacies of that world".
"The combination of his education and accomplishments thus far, along with his unique qualities of self-confidence, creativity, leadership and persistence qualify him for continued rapid advance in the entertainment business".
"I would whole heartedly recommend Mark. He has accomplished a great deal thus far and his ambition and ability will continue to bring credit to all involved with him".
~ Mr. Joe Smith ~ "RIAA top Music Industry Executive of the First 50 years"
Music industry executive of the decades", former Chairman Capitol Records
and Producer Paramount Pictures ~
•"As an entrepreneur working independently in the entertainment business, Mr. Brown has accomplished more in a few years than most do in a career. He is a Rainmaker. Mr. Brown's strides in the entertainment business are unique and limitless".
~ Mr. Lee Young ~ major artists Attorney, and former Motown label President. ~
•"Mr. Brown is a man of considerable personal magnetism, his enthusiasm seems limitless. His determination, intellectual capacity, his background, experience and maturity are such that his leadership potential is immediately apparent. His verve, enthusiasm and grasp are so pronounced, he is someone you must meet. I am privileged to commend Mr. Brown to you , he is exceptionally well qualified".
~ Professor Kenny Burrell ~ "Legendary Musician", and esteemed Director of Jazz Studies & University Professor, UCLA. ~
BIOGRAPHY / PROFESSIONAL APPRAISAL
Mark R. Brown
Mark Robert Brown was born, raised and educated in Los Angeles to three generations of distinguished and honored family in education, law, sports, entertainment, business and community. He is a gifted honors academic with merit from elementary school through his distinctions and Bachelors studies at the University of California Los Angeles. Mark is a spirited visionary. He has a progressive set of experiences which few others can match and unique life experiences which only a few ever experience.
Some of the explanation for Mark’s resolve lies in the fact that his family has been rooted in the entertainment business for generations. His great-grandfather, Willie Covan, is literally a figure of historical significance. (see JAZZ DANCE, The Story of American Vernacular Dance, see THE WILLIE COVAN STORY, UCLA Archives of African-American Culture, Dance, Film and Television, and Theater Arts, a documentary, produced by Mark R. Brown and Professor Beverly Robinson, Theater Arts, UCLA).
Mark himself became a performer as a child. "Mark spent one-third of his growing up years on sound stages and in recording studios worldwide." A noted celebrity career, Mark’s theatrical and musical career was from the time he was 6 years old until he graduated from high school at age 18. Mark has worked as a Principle Artist with numerous celebrity greats: Streisand, Sammy, Liza, Liberace, Cher, Cosby, Shatner, Nimoy, Winfield, Campbell, Fields, Reynolds, Bennett… Hollywood Studios: Fox, Paramount, Universal, Warners, Disney… Networks: CBS, NBC, ABC… Specials: Academy Awards, Grammy Awards, Macy’s, Disney World… National Television: I Spy, Andy Griffith, Please Don’t Eat the Daisy’s, The Flying Nun, Star Trek, The Bill Cosby Shows… National Commercials: McDonalds, Mattel, Pepsi, Polaroid, Procter & Gamble, AMF-Voit… Venues: Ceasers, Harrah’s, Hilton… National Magazine Ads: Ebony Cover… Career National/International Feature Articles: Time Magazine, Hollywood Reporter, Daily Variety, Billboard… Film Score Leads: John Williams, Richard & Robert Sherman… and National Radio Ads & Voice Overs: Knudson, Bordens, United Negro College Fund…
Mark also performed for President Richard Nixon, and Heads of State, including at the White House, the Kennedy Center and the Presidential Inauguration. He also managed a few impressionable personal and private acquaintances: Mohammed Ali, Norman Whitfield, Willie Covan, Michael Jackson…
Categorically as an African-American Child Performer Mark is among the all time working Artist in Television, Film, Radio, Recording, Print, and Performance. Mark was often "the first and only" Black Child Artist to do what he did (Hollywood Reporter, Daily Variety, 1960-1970’s). Articles in Time Magazine, ("Crossing The Color Lines ", Oct. 1968) and Ebony Magazine (" The New Generation", August 1978), are a testament to this. Mark represented himself, his family, his people and his culture with the utmost professionalism, and served as a ground breaking positive role model to the nation and the world. Theatrically and musically, like his great-grandfather before him, Mark is literally a figure of historical significance.
In 1987, Mark’s pattern of distinction in business began at Triad Artists Agency, where he procured his first artist for submission in a record setting three months and first in his position to head the Agent’s Assistants Committee. He was appointed by Senior Partner/Founder, Richard Rosenberg who has served as the head of the William Morris Agency through the 90’s to present.
In 1988, in his first year at Capital Associates Incorporated in account management of computer mainframe central processor sales and leasing Mark was the first to acquire the General Motors/Chrysler account. By 1991, at Orion Products Incorporated, a six figure earner Mark was consistently among the top in sales and sales management for three plus years.
By 1993, his company TMC Entertainment in less than two years produced two Recording Industry Association of America Certified Platinum album artists in the Billboard Top 10 at the same time.
By 1995, Mark had amassed a very impressive portfolio providing consulting and production services for individuals and companies such as Buena Vista Television, Virgin Records, mega record producer Teddy Riley, PBS Frontline-WGBH Boston, Threads for Life/Cross Colours, and environmental industry leader ECO, to name a few. Mark was recognized as a distinguished uniquely talented businessman and entrepreneur with proven ability to think and deliver "beyond the box". As former President of Motown Records and legendary entertainment Attorney Lee Young put it, "Mark has done more in a few years than most do in a career, he is a rainmaker. His strides in the entertainment business are unique and limitless".
In 1997, Mark began his transition to Educator. He considered a profession in law. Mentor / Professor Charles Ogletree Head of Harvard Law School encouraged and offered placement there. He considered continuing in the business world. Garry Concannon former head of President Ronald Reagan’s national re-election campaign, a "Fortune 50 " Vice President, and Chairman of his own top executive search firm recognized Mark’s " life’s worth of accomplishments ". Garry offered Fortune 500 executive level placement. Mark forwent these career opportunities for career opportunities in education. The determinant factor was an illuminating experience in Education as a Career Day Keynote Speaker.
In 1998, according to Director of Special Education, Michael Boal, at Virginia Road Elementary School, LAUSD, as the Career Day Keynote Speaker, "Mark shared his personal experience or knowledge of business and entertainment to provide a tangible connection between academic success and employability as a means to motivate students to set their own career goals".
He was also supported by recommenders and mentors of several years, "Mr. Brown is a man of considerable personal magnetism, his enthusiasm, determination, intellectual capacity, background, experience and maturity are such that his leadership potential is immediately apparent", Kenny Burrell, Legendary Jazz Musician and Director of Jazz Studies at UCLA. Joe Smith, former Chairman of Capitol Records/Executive Producer Paramount Pictures, esteemed Theater Arts Professor, Beverly Robinson, UCLA, and Professor Emeritus Dee Caruso, Screenwriting, Film and Television, UCLA, account for Mark thusly: "Mark brings a wealth of experience in the educative, creative and business processes, his verve, enthusiasm and grasp are pronounced. With the combination of his education and unique life experiences, Mark has accomplished a great deal thus far and his ambition and ability will continue to bring credit to all involved with him".
In 1999, Mark received recognition for his teaching abilities at Virginia Road Elementary School, LAUSD, as an Assistant Resource Teacher, teaching in conjunction with the Head of the Department of Special Education, Michael Boal. He said, "Mark showed himself to be an excellent communicator both orally and in written form to students and to the teachers with whom he regularly worked. He always challenged the students to perform at their highest level of competence; and displayed a tremendous energy and enthusiasm for the importance of learning and academic proficiency as the practical key for students of diverse backgrounds to achieve a more successful future".
From 2002 through present 2010, Mark’s pattern of distinction continues in education. Through positive practical teaching experiences and extensive ongoing professional development he has developed a level of expertise as an Education Specialist -- multiple subject specialization -- Cross-cultural, Language and Academic Development Emphasis, and English single subject specialization. He has maintained Standards Based Instruction, and a model Special Education classroom in Mild to Moderate and Moderate to Severe disabilities, teaching Special Day Class, Special Day Programs, Resource, and Emotionally Disturbed students. He has received administrative recognition for meeting state teaching standards, "Clear Expectations", and for his use of "Learning Modalities" in the classroom and how to use different strategies to approach them. He has also served on the Literacy Cadre for Special Education, twice on Leadership Committees, and the Adopt-A-School Program.
Mark’s greatest sense of accomplishment is knowing that one helps oneself best through helping others. He has a value system firmly entrenched and built on faith, persistence, integrity, decency, and patience. It is always there as a point of reference, a foundation and a center of balance.
In addition to professional success, Mark has managed to deliver an impressive community involvement portfolio. Among his community distinctions: Mark received a Certificate Of Tribute from The City Of Los Angeles, and Letters of Appreciation from Los Angeles Schools. He continues his community involvement by providing mentoring, particularly to the youth, through the arts, business, education, church and personal involvement.
"Mark is uniquely qualified and whole heartedly recommended. He brings to you what others can’t. He makes a striking impression in any medium. His acumen and perception are a matter of record. Mark brings with him the empathy, passion and wisdom to understand the problems of businesses, and education; and offers solutions to their objectives, goals and aspirations".
Professional Portfolios: Education, Writing, Business Appraisal, Entertainment
Special Education Teacher / Resource Specialist
SDC / RSP / ED
Teacher / Substitute Teacher / Assistant Teacher
1} Central Juvenile Hall, Eastlake –LACOE -- ‘07/’08 – present
· At the invitation & encouragement of the distinguished Dr. Denise Miranda, Principle at Central Juvenile Hall, Eastlake –LACOE ; Mr. Brown accepted & was assigned to one of most challenged "at risk" classrooms, the pregnant teenage mother’s to be. The students required two to three times normal Probation presence, & an average of seven out of seventeen girls were unable to function and make it through a full school day in class. They were relegated to unconstructive "hangin’ out in the hallway.
· He was given a mandate to be "as creative & entertaining as possible."
· Observed first hand on the 16th day of instruction was 12 to 18 of our pregnant teen student mothers to be; fully engaged, in self instruction. They were successfully teaching their class lessons in all four core subjects & two electives --
· Observed by Administrators, Para-Educators, Probation Staff, Facilities Management, & other Hall Staff & Students; & a visitors committee on the Art’s, from LACOE
· Mr. Brown role played as a student receiving instruction. He sat at a student desk at the back of the classroom. He assessed, & occasionally assisted. The students were able to teach on their own competently.
· The students:
· Successfully conducted self instruction of highly creative grade level standards based lessons provided by Mr. Brown
· Posted the Agenda, including standards, goals & objectives, & generated it on the computer monitor, displayed, & distributed.it.
· Generated their own criteria charts & rubrics during instruction for each lesson w/ class participation
· Utilized flip charts mufti colored markers, graphic organizers, the internet, subject textbooks & stations, & color pencil illustrations
· Earned consistently 5 min music appreciation breaks after every 20 min segment of successful class instruction.
· Integrated Maternity, Motherhood, & Parenting as the through instruction vehicle for all curriculum
· Researched & Set up an appropriate mock Home in the classroom & created a well structured environment where learning took place.Various areas of the classroom simulated a healthy home environment for Mother & Child –even the screensavor depicted A smiling baby embraced in a loving mothers arms…
· Used Realia brought in by Mr. Brown -- the baby’s room station was complete w/ bassinet, blankets, diapers, wipes, …, & stuffed animals, one functioned as the class surrogate baby which was adopted by all the mothers & used in simulation often. The classes baby. It was content rich & visually stimulating, w/ literature, music & many other resources…. Pictures are available! in Mr. Brown’s education Specialist Portfolio
· Posted each expecting mother’s ultrasound pictures along w/ delivery dates, dilation of the cervix, Dr.’s appointments, baby’s name, names of family members, the babies colors etc.…
· Implemented effectively all essential resources supplied for each respective room. The kitchen had healthy cookbooks, baby bottles , measurement information, safety… The bathroom had a bathing tub, clothes & towels; also childproof medicines, remedies, & all essential items for typical baby care & welfare –the necessities of mother & child, et al respective to each room
· Practiced & learned preparation organization, planning, adaptability, patience, empathy, value of authority, rule making, following directions, time management, financial management, checkbook mgmt, bill paying , & overall accepting adult responsibility
· Praised one another, cooperated, self corrected, cared for each other, built self esteem, sent cards to classmates upon delivery!
· Sang Lullaby’s, explored children’s literature & music, created bedtime stories, wrote journals complete w/ notes from mother to child…
· Participated in dance instruction, they learned following direction & instructions, imitation, memorization, the value of repetition -how to practice -practice-practice, self confidence- self esteem -self expression, movement - tap & confidence, self expression popular dance & performance …
· Met critical thinking challenges like how will you provided solutions to problems for you & your baby, know what to tell them in specific situations, make better choices for their baby & themselves
· Demonstrated cooperation & teamwork
· Duplicated Mr. Brown’s unique, passionate, & ebullient style of praise & instruction, by imitation
· Witnessed first hand that day & attested to herein by: AP Al Hunter - C wing, Probation Officers Whitaker, & Gomez among several, Joe, C wing facilities mgr., AP Jerry Pertolla - A wing, & the remarkable students in room 4, C - wing
· Many students / expectant mothers voluntarily praised, discussed & commented openly in class about their successes & achievements under Mr. Brown’s tutelage. One of the things he is known for is "keepin’ it real.’
· At IEP meetings in the presence of Support Specialist, Mr. Brown, Education. Specialist., & AP Jerry Pertula; when asked where they had received their readily apparent knowledge of Maternity, Motherhood , & Parenting; they mostly replied -- nowhere before Mr. Brown’s class
· They said, Mr. Brown was the first person to address their challenges & provide answers to their questions & solutions to their problems & show that he truly cared for each & every one of them.
· The students say, a critical determinant is that he respects them, no matter what!
· Mr. Brown imparted skill sets, the value of knowledge, the desire for wisdom, appreciation & value of authority, conducting oneself as a responsible adult, the value of an education as a practical means of self reliance, independence, & being able to be a contributing member of society
· He imbues praise, motivation, inspiration, & HOPE! - [testimonials available]. OCT. 2007
2} Central Juvenile Hall, Eastlake
· I recently observed a student free hand drawing in Anime style one of the main characters from Dragon Ball Z
· I assessed the talents of a student whose skills are so pronounced that a house guest Animation colleague of mine of the recent E Insurance spots [Dave Rodriguez] & trained at Cal Arts & Disney, directed the student to the internship programs at Disney, Nickelodeon & Cartoon network-- Dave unfortunately is in China & I need this done now
· Through the courts the Judge granted early release & placement w/ the stipulation that this young man follow through w/ these opportunities, monitored by probation, & report to the court JUNE 2008
3} Central Juvenile Hall, Eastlake
· On several occasions Mr. Brown’s have been observed thoroughly engaged in the expressive acts of writing original song lyrics, creating a beat, sometimes melody & harmony, & students recording students materials live in class among their peers
· This has led to the discovery of some unique student talent
· One such talented student, when finished "puttin’down" his stuff and 12 of his culturally diverse classmates burst into combustible applause --leapt to their feet clapping & jumping up & down all the way towards the artist as if drawn by a magnet
· Each & every student lauded him verbally & physically in their unique vernaculars
· Some shouted, some pounded, many cried –
· The sentiments of their lives were embodied in it’s poetic lyricism.
· In it’s title:
"Another Day in This Cell"
&
· In it’s hook:
" Another Day in This Cell; Feeling Like I was in Hell --
" Locked up Doing Time; & I Ain’t Seen Sunshine"
· It’s beautifully, excruciatingly raw verse that buries itself in the deepest depths of your heart, mind, & soul
· Then, they asked him to do it again! August 2008
· Word of mouth of that "tight joint" has most students who here it say
· That should be on radio – he be representin’
· You got Platinum album, put him on Mr. Brown, put him on!
· I survey the song in many of my classes
· Significantly, & overwhelmingly, HS students lobby me to get it to You Tube
· Students are the buying market & they are saying they know it will absolutely blow up! Sept/Nov 2008
· I have been called a rainmaker by many authorities in the recording industry & a master of the creative process
· Six other times I’ve gotten Platinum hits –5 singles & 1 album
· Only once before have I had the rare opportunity to be the point who became responsible for an Independent Platinum album which contained a hit acapella single that broke itself, If & when the audience heard it almost everyone had to have it - like what’s happening in some of the HS’s city & county wide presently This type of groundswell is almost always phenomenal
· The student is commended for his passionate hard work, passionate best efforts, & passionate pursuit of his passion!
4} Westchester HS - LAUSD > Malaga Cove Academy - LACOE - > Slauson Learning Center - NPS >
Morningside HS - Inglewood Unified > Wright MS - LAUSD > 74th St. ES - LAUSD -- -07 > 02-03
· I am pleased to inform you that Dr. Bernadette Corsey Graham, Transition Coordinator, LAUSD, district office of transition services, central/west unit, recently observed my class at Westchester HS, Feb. 2007, & asked me to serve on her Committee of the Los Angeles County Alliance of Black School Educators.
· Ms. Millicent Butler, Program Specialist, LAUSD, Support Unit, Special Education Services, was my TTA instructor 5 years ago & at a recent professional development day Feb. 26, 2007, asked me to advise her on sp. ed. for her doctoral work.
· I was privileged to be selected by, and have, National Board Certified, Dr. Maria Montana as academic and curriculum mentor, spring ‘07. Dr. Montana was honored by the board this spring for 10+ years dedicated service to the community at Westchester HS.
· "Within the first days of class Mr. Brown proves to his students they can learn at grade level. Mr. Brown has a unique style of teaching that delivers an increased level in student success. He is able to establish a special personal relationship with his students through their learning from him. This is a first time experience for most of our students." Jan. ’05 Coach Keith Williams, Slauson Learning Center – (Community Honored, Distinguished Leadership -- L. A., Ing., Watts)
· "As we plan in-service for the next school year 2004-05 (at Morningside and Inglewood high schools), Mr. Brown will do an in-service on learning modalities in the classroom, and how to use different strategies to approach them.– S. Ferrell, Department Chair English & Special Education –Inglewood HS.
· "One of our very talented teachers. Has the unique ability to establish a rapport with his students, when Mr. Brown stands in front of a classroom his students want to learn!"
Ray Barbeau, District D Literacy Cadre Member / Head of English department Wright MS.
· Sensational Staff Peer Recognition Award. "Presented for enthusiasm and dedication to our students. Great Job!" Cathy Ferrin, Tittle One Coordinator, 74th St. Magnet, LAUSD.
· Displayed a tremendous energy and enthusiasm for the importance of learning and academic proficiency as the practical key for students of diverse backgrounds to achieve a more successful future." Jacklyn Thompson, Principal, Virginia Road Charter, LAUSD.
· "Thank you for being a great substitute teacher. We enjoyed having you at our school. Do keep in touch." Shahida Alikhan, Principal, New Horizon School at The Islamic Center Los Angeles.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE: Mark R. Brown
Education Specialist / Resource Specialist
SDP, RSP, ED -- ELM, MS, HS
General Education, Substitute
· Increased Student Attendance
· Delivered significant grade level and IEP improvement
· Maintained Standards Based Instruction
· Met state teaching standards, "Clear Expectations"
· Collaborative lesson planning w/ Mentor, National Board Certified
· Emphasis on comprehensive learning modalities instruction
· Reading with the emphasis on phonics, structural analysis and journal writing
· Speech development with the emphasis on articulation
· Language Arts emphasizing syntax, semantics, spelling, emergency and consumer vocabulary
· Arithmetic Dynamics with emphasis on arithmetic operations and consumer skills
· Career Development/Vocational guidance
· Student mentoring – classroom cultural activity, lunch
· Enriched Activities:
· Instructed Science Labs – first time for SDP classes
· Instructed "The Story of Movies" – THE FILM FOUNDATION program on
How films are made for teachers of MS & HS school students
· Utilized music and dance for benefit from kinesthetic learning modality
· Focus Group – "Culture"
Malaga Cove Academy Education Specialist / Teacher / ED
HS, P.R.I.D.E. PAU ’05 -‘06
Palos Verdes Estates,
LACOE Assignment: ED 9-12
English/Lit., Pre-Algebra, Basic Math,
Biology, History
· Improved classroom structure, learning environment, student attendance and production
· Introduced and maintained Standards Based Instruction
Slauson Learning Center Education Specialist / Teacher ED ‘04 -’05
HS, NPS
Los Angeles Assignment: ED 9-12
English/Lit., Pre-Algebra, Basic Math
· Increased students productivity 75%
· Increased Back To School Night parent/student attendance, (award)
· Delivered significant grade level improvement
· Delivered improved student attendance
· Broke new ground. Students came to classroom during lunch period for "cultural experience." Recognized by Principal of 20+ yrs.
· Maintained 90+ % grade level instruction, on Holt Rinehart Standardized Assessment Exams, 60+ RSP students
· Delivered significant progress on meeting students IEP goals and objectives
· Recommended to do an In-Service on Learning Modalities in the classroom, and how to use different strategies to approach them." Fran Vuknic, Department Chair - English
· Leadership Committee
· Participation in Planning & Organizing Black History month.
Wright MS Education Specialist / Teacher SDC ’02 - ‘03
Westchester, LAUSD Assignment: Special Day Class 6,7,8
History, Science
· Literacy Cadre - Represented Special Education at Wright MS to District D
· Leadership Committee
· Maintained Standards Based Instruction
· Met state teaching standards, "Clear Expectations", 1 of 8, 40+ teachers
· Received administrative recognition for meeting "Clear Expectations"
· Delivered significant grade level and IEP improvement
· Book Club
74th Street Gifted Magnet, 98th Street, Vermont Avenue, Schools 02/02 - 06/02
Elementary Schools Substitute Teacher
LAUSD Assignments: Gifted 5th , k through 5,
Special Ed. - LD 5th, long term 4-5
· Sensational Staff Peer Recognition Award for "Enthusiasm and dedication to our students." Cathy Ferrin , Title 1 Coordinator
New Horizon School Substitute Teacher 11/99
Elementary School Gifted 5th, 6th combination
Islamic Center of
Southern California
Los Angeles Shahida Alikhan - Principal
· "Thank you for being a great substitute teacher. We enjoyed having you at our school. Do keep in touch - Shahida".
Virginia Road Charter Resource Assistant Teacher 02/98 - 06/99
Elementary School Assignment: Teach RSP classes 2-5
LAUSD with RSP Dept. Head
· Increased meeting students goals and objectives
· Tests, asses, input on IEP’s
· Featured - Key Note Speaker - Career Days.
· Conducted Enrichment Program Science Lab.
· Judged - P.E.P., Proficiency in English Program Instructional Oratorical Contest.
· Organized "King Day" program
· Bookclub
36th Street School Career Day Organizer ’89 -’94
LAUSD "Ten Schools Program"
Mrs. Maxine Hanger, Mrs. Patricia Pitts
Foshay Charter School Career Day Speaker ’73, ’76, ’81
Los Angeles, LAUSD
Warner Avenue School Teaching Assistant ’78 - ’80
Holmby Hills, LAUSD Mrs. Mary Alice Hawkins, Principal
Fairburn Elem. School Teaching Assistant ’77 - ’78
Westwood, LAUSD
Hyde Park Elem. School Playground Director ‘76
Los Angeles, LAUSD Summer
CREDENTIALS:
Provisional Intern Permit (PIP) #070244700 01/03/2007 to 11/01/10
Subject(s) and Authorization(s): # 4137781883287396
Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Cross-cultural, Language and Academic Development Emphasis
LAUSD Credential Clearance 01/28/02
CBEST ID# - 40130702 08/09/97
LAUSD Teacher Certification Unit Certification of Completion 01/18/02
Teacher Training Academy
General Education Teacher, Special Education Teacher, Substitute Teacher
UCLA 12/14/01
Bachelor of Arts, World Arts and Cultures, Ethnic Arts
Honors and Distinctions
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