Jonathan Penner - "SURVIVOR PHILLIPINES"
Personal Claim to Fame: My Oscar nomination for Best Live Action Short Film for “Down on the Waterfront,” which I co-wrote and co-produced with my wife, and also co-starred in with Jason Alexander and Edward Asner.
Inspiration in Life: My kids. My daughter is hilarious and actually looks up to me, and my son is smarter and more athletic than I am already. Wanting to make them proud is why I always do my best. Pet Peeves: Stupidity, meanness and slow drivers in the passing lanes.
Three Words to Describe You: Happy, prickly and funny.
If You Could Have Three Things on The Island, What Would They Be and Why? A good book to read, a blank book to write in and, if I can count her as a thing, my wife. If not, I’ll bring a pen. Reason for Being on SURVIVOR: The money. I have nothing more to prove or accomplish but winning. Why You Think You’ll “Survive” SURVIVOR: Experience is the biggie, but I also bring humor and I’m a team player. Why You Think You Will Be the Sole SURVIVOR: Third time is a charm! If I can get past the first three or four votes, I’m going all the way. Seriously!.
CHEF SHANE SCHAIBLY - CORP CHEF - "MELTING POT RESTAURANTS"
Chef Shane can talk about fondue for the holidays, recipes and wine pairings, and the Melting Pot experience. He can also chat about the Melting Pot restaurants upcoming feature on the new A&E original series “Be the Boss” on Sunday, December 9th as two franchise employees compete against each other for the chance to become the owner of his or her very own Melting Pot franchise. More information about Chef Shane and the Melting Pot restaurants can be found below. We will provide some info for the website under separate cover later this week. Shane Schaibly is the corporate chef of Front Burner Brands, restaurant management company for The Melting Pot Restaurants, Inc. On the culinary side, Schaibly is responsible for overseeing the research, development and cost planning for all of The Melting Pot’s menu offerings. He personally creates and assists in the procurement of all new menu items for The Melting Pot. Schaibly works closely with The Melting Pot’s existing vendor partners and research and development chefs to ensure the fondue chain is putting out more than exceptional food every time. Shane also oversees the beverage department with responsibilities including creating and procuring all ingredients for The Melting Pot’s new signature cocktails which are released every six months coinciding with the Big Night Out (limited-time feature menu) as well as overseeing the current core wine program and beverage offerings. Prior to joining The Melting Pot, Schaibly served as lead pastry chef and sous chef for Café Ponte in Clearwater, Fla. Café Ponte features contemporary American cuisine with French, Asian and Italian influences and recently was named “Best in the Tampa Bay/Sarasota Area” by Zagat Survey. Schaibly also previously served as a cook at The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach in Miami Beach, Fla., and graduated at the top of his class from Johnson & Wales University in North Miami, Fla. About The Melting Pot Restaurants: With more than 140 restaurants in North America, existing locations in 36 states, Canada and Mexico and more than 15 locations currently in development, The Melting Pot Restaurants, Inc. Is the premier fondue restaurant franchise. Founded in 1975, The Melting Pot continues to be a memorable dining experience. Guests enjoy a choice of fondue cooking styles and a variety of unique entrées combined with dipping sauces. The menu also includes cheese fondues, salads, fine wines and chocolate fondue desserts. The Melting Pot is an affiliate of Front Burner Brands, a restaurant management company headquartered in Tampa, Fla. For more information, visit www.meltingpot.com.
JOHN O'HURLEY - "BRING YOUR PET TO WORK DAY"
JOHN O’HURLEY has become one of the entertainment industry’s most versatile players–Award-winning actor, show host, advertising spokesperson, feature film star and one of People Magazine’s “Sexiest Men Alive.” He has served as host of “The National Dog Show presented by Purina®” on NBC since its inception in 2002. Best known as “J. Peterman” on “Seinfeld,” the #1 syndicated television show in the world, O’Hurley’s television career began in daytime television on a number of soap operas. He starred on the inaugural edition of ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars,” and was the show’s ultimate champion. O’Hurley went on to star on Broadway in “Chicago,” as the male lead, “Billy Flynn,” and he hosted the syndicated game show, “Family Feud,” for several years. He has written two books, the New York Times bestseller, “It’s Okay to Miss The Bed On the First Jump” and “Before The Dog Can Eat Your Homework First You Have To Do It: Life Lessons From A Wise Old Dog To A Young Boy,” both published by Penguin Books. America’s solution to a cheerful and more productive workplace may just be curled on the couch at home or waiting by the front door for a game of fetch. A recent study and data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention* suggest employees who bring their pets to work tend to have increased productivity and lower stress level by the end of the day. Taking up the cause for Fido and Kitty’s space in the workplace is John O’Hurley, award-winning actor, one of People Magazine’s “Sexiest Men Alive” and co-host of the 2012 National Dog Show. O’Hurley is available on Tuesday, December 4th to discuss his partnership with Nestlé Purina PetCare to encourage pet-friendly workplaces becoming a trend among employers large and small.
