September 22, 2011- Plano, Texas- Thomas Nelson Live Events, the number one producer of live events in the Christian market, announced today the addition of Patrick Koors as its new Vice President of Marketing. Koors joins the Live Events division of Thomas Nelson, Inc. in the Company’s effort to strategically expand its marketing outreach and drive awareness of our events to a larger audience.

“We are thrilled to have Patrick join our team!” said Sally Hofmann, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Thomas Nelson Live Events. “Patrick brings to Thomas Nelson Live Events a very successful track record and in-depth knowledge of the live events industry, working with companies such as The Walt Disney Company, AEG and Feld Entertainment. He brings great past experience in implementing publicity promotions for nationally-recognized events―such as the Ringling Brothers Circus, Disney Live, Amgen Tour of California (the largest cycling tour in America). The creative vision and forward thinking that Patrick brings to Live Events makes him a perfect fit for our team.”

Koors joins the Thomas Nelson Live Events team at the perfect time to introduce objectives that create a greater value for the guests at Women of Faith events. Historically, Thomas Nelson Live Events has primarily focused on Women of Faith two-day arena events. In 2012, we will introduce a new concept: in addition to our arena events, a one-day event featuring renowned speakers such as Christine Caine, Angie Smith, and Sheila Walsh.

“Women of Faith is a vibrant movement that helps women deal with life’s challenges,” continues Hofmann. “We offer women an escape from their day to day lives with captivating speakers, relatable dramas and uplifting music that will help them find courage, inspiration and fulfillment. With the addition of Patrick Koors, Live Events will be able to fine-tune its market expansion strategy and influence even more individuals with the message of having an authentic life changing encounter with God and one another”.

For more information about speakers, guests, and tour dates, please visit www.womenoffaith.com

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Thomas Nelson Live Events, a division of Thomas Nelson, Inc. is the number one producer of live events in the Christian market, nationwide. Live Events is host to Women of Faith events and The Revolve Tour. To date, Thomas Nelson Live Events has inspired over four and a half million women with its message of hope and God’s love. Based in Plano, Texas, the Live Events division of Thomas Nelson travels to numerous cities across the United States, encouraging women to grow in faith and spirituality. For more information on these events, or to find an event listing, please visit www.womenoffaith.com. Thomas Nelson, Inc. continues to inspire the world as the largest Christian publisher with products in more than 100 different countries worldwide.

Plano, Texas- September 8, 2011- As women of Faith continues its 2011 “Over the Top” tour in Anaheim, California (Honda Center) and “Imagine” tour in Philadelphia, PA (Wells Fargo Center) September 9-10, 2011, the weekend will take on new meaning with the addition of a special remembrance and memorial of the 10^th Anniversary of September 11.

 Up to 10,000 women are expected to attend at each event from the cities and surrounding areas for a much-needed opportunity to connect with one another and be encouraged as a diverse array of music artists, authors and performers take the stage in a weekend designed to offer a refreshing getaway filled with laughter and hope.  This weekend will include special events and remembrances of the victims of September 11, 2001 with over 1,000 registrations to each event given away to local military and public service officials.

 This is a special weekend for both tours, as they fall on the 10^th Anniversary of September 11^th attacks on the NYC World Trade Center.  To remember this sad but important day in America’s history Women of Faith has made some great additions to the programs.

 In addition to the 1,000 free registrations given away, Women of Faith will have a special time Saturday morning to remember September 11 and to honor all current and former service officers.  The September 11 memorial is a beacon of reverence, hope and thanksgiving added to an already inspiring event.

 As the nation’s largest live event for women, Women of Faith has reached over 4 Million women since its creation in 1996.  These events draw the women of this country together in an unparalleled fashion.  In two days, these women have the opportunity to fellowship, laugh, be inspired and share life with each other in a way that will impact them forever.

Register on www.womenoffaith.com  or by calling 1-888-49-FAITH. 

Thomas Nelson Live Events, a division of Thomas Nelson, Inc. is the number one producer of live events in the Christian market, nationwide.  Live Events is the host to the Women of Faith events and The Revolve Tour.  To date, Thomas Nelson Live Events has inspired over four million women with its message of hope and God’s love.  Based in Plano, Texas, the Live Events division of Thomas Nelson travels to numerous cities across the United States, encouraging women to grow in faith and spirituality.  For more information on these events, or to find an event listing, please visit www.womenoffaith.com.  Thomas Nelson, Inc. is the world’s largest Christian publisher with inspirational product in more than 100 countries worldwide.

GRAMMY WINNER STEVEN CURTIS CHAPMAN, GRAMMY NOMINEE & “AMERICAN IDOL” FINALIST MANDISA, LISA WHELCHEL FROM TV’S “FACTS OF LIFE” & POWERFUL LINE-UP SPEAK, PERFORM & ENCOURAGE

With families across the nation struggling, facing economic hard times and dealing with over 2.6 Million job losses in 2008 and record home foreclosures which skyrocketed 81% in 2008 (1 in every 54 housing units in the U.S.), women are under more pressure than ever before. With the weight of the world on their shoulders they are being stretched to make ends meet to keep a roof over their families’ heads as they juggle jobs and children.   In these challenging times, they are turning to the Nation’s Largest Live Event for Women, which has attracted more than 4 Million women from across the country and which focuses on providing women with hope and inspiration.

Women of Faith’s 2009 Tour A GRAND NEW DAY will head to 28 cities across the U.S. At each event, thousands of women will gather in arenas for a much-needed opportunity to bond, connect and be inspired as a diverse array of musical artists, authors, and performers take the stage in a weekend designed to offer them renewed strength and hope as they forge ahead.

The Women of Faith event will bring together thousands of women in the nation’s largest scale female bonding and friendship experience connecting women from all walks of life in a deep and meaningful way – focused on helping them thrive in the face of the real, shared challenges they confront every day.

Independent studies by Harvard Medical School and UCLA both confirm that women who have more female friends in whom they can confide are less likely to develop health problems as they age, take less time to recover from trauma, and lower their risk of early death.  According to Harvard Medical School, not having close friends (or confidantes), could be as detrimental to a woman’s health as smoking or obesity. Numerous experts recommend female bonding as a stress reducer – essential in this Recession when women are facing high levels of stress at work and at home. A recent UCLA study revealed that when women engage in female bonding, they release oxytocin – a hormone that counteracts stress and produces a calming effect.

The women who mentor and lead the events as speakers also embody the deep female connections forged at the events as many have been friends and colleagues for 14 years on the Women of Faith tour criss-crossing the nation together for over a decade and supporting each other through life’s ups and downs. The friendships of a few speakers span nearly three decades.

The 2009 A GRAND NEW DAY event will feature a diverse line-up of musical artists, speakers and special guests, including  GRAMMY Winner Steven Curtis Chapman, GRAMMY Nominee & “American Idol” break-out finalist Mandisa, Lisa Whelchel from TV’s popular show “Facts of Life,” Marcus Buckingham, author of landmark best-sellers, acclaimed music artist Sandi Patty, and Nicole C. Mullen, music artist and 8-time Dove award winner.

Throughout the 2-day event, women join together to experience music, comedy, drama and inspirational stories that leave a powerful, lasting mark on the lives of the women who participate. Women of Faith has been going strong since 1996 and has a proven track record as the Nation’s Largest Women’s Conference.
Registrations sell quickly and well in advance of the event. They are available and can be ordered on www.womenoffaith.com or by calling 888-49-FAITH.

Who:         Women of Faith
Where:     28 Cities Across the U.S.
When:     March through December, 2009

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Holly Taylor
310-854-8115
hetaylor@rogersandcowan.com

Denise Lepow
310-854-8115
dlepow@rogersandcowan.com