Ivette Franqui

Journalist - Producer

United States of America

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Haute Living Magazine

Haute Living
12/22/2015
5 Haute Ways to Get Into the Holiday Spirit in South Florida

Florida is known for its warm weather and amazing beaches, so while we might be lacking (not necessarily missing out) on the snowstorms and family snowball fights, we still let our festive spirit spark. Spend a magical evening at one of these top attractions and spread some holiday cheer- the Floridian way.

Haute Living
11/20/2015
MIA: Donald J Pliner Opens Coming Home Gallery in Wynwood

Donald J Pliner established a reputation designing some of the most pristine footwear and accessories. His art, which is inspired by over two decades of world travels, helped create a line that combined the exquisite taste of fashion, fit and comfort, into every design.

Haute Living
10/28/2015
Quinto La Huella Comes to EAST, Miami

With Miami exponentially growing, buildings are going up and developments are bringing some of the most diverse restaurants to the Haute scene. EAST, Miami at Brickell City Centre, envisioned a signature restaurant that would fit the diversified cultural city, and they found just that.

Haute Living
10/27/2015
HAUTE 100: Jorge Pérez Receives the BCA Leadership Award

Jorge Pérez, Chairman and CEO of The Related Group, has been named the honoree of the BCA leadership award. The BCA, Business Committee for the Arts, acknowledged Pérez for his commitment supporting the arts and inspiring other professionals to follow his lead.

Haute Living
10/19/2015
Lennox Lewis Celebrates his 50th Birthday in Miami Beach

On Thursday, October 15th, Lennox Lewis celebrated his 50th birthday in a big way. Not only did he celebrate 50 years of life and an impressive 41-2 professional fight record, but he decided to dedicate the big night to raising funds for his League of Champions Foundation.

Haute Living
10/16/2015
MIA: Luxe Twin Towers going up for One River Point

The Miami River has provided many Brickell venues with some of the most stunning views, and it will soon gain a new glimmering building on the north bank. After the completion of One River Point, it'll be easy to feel like you're seeing double- Miami's new twin towers will be soon under way.

Haute Living
10/01/2015
In the heart of it all: Miami Worldcenter

Miami has had its share of mammoth projects, but the Miami Worldcenter takes the cake. Building on nearly 30 acres of land in the heart of Downtown, there is simply nothing like it. Two main components of the project were recently approved by the city review board.

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The Reporter

By Ivette Franqui [email protected] Eric David Walker has always dreamt of being a reporter. When he was ten years old he mimicked local TV journalists in hopes of one day following in their footsteps. Walker, who earned an Associate of Arts degree in mass communications this summer from Miami Dade College, is now living out his dream.

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By Ivette Franqui [email protected] Geoffrey Philp, chairperson of the college prep department at Miami Dade College's North Campus, plans to send a message of hope to his readers with his new poetry collection, Dub Wise. "It was a book written for all who love poetry; every morning I get up at 5 a.m.

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Homestead Aviation Student Receives Scholarship Joaquin Mantovani, a student at the Eig-Watson School of Aviation at Homestead Campus, was awarded $7,500 in November by the Greater Miami Aviation Association-Bachelor Scholarship Fund. The GMAA scholarship is annually awarded to qualifying aviation students pursuing a career in the industry.