Full Report PNCH:
Steven Samblis - CEO / Chairman of the Board
Mr. Samblis comes to IC Places from a background of finance and entrepreneurship, starting in business as a stock broker for one of Americas largest brokerage firms.
During his time at the firm he achieve many awards including being named the top producing rookie broker in the firm. Moving into the position of IPO Analyst, he was quoted in hundreds of articles on IPOs including The Wall Street Journal, Time magazine and US News and World Report.
Mr. Samblis represented T. Boone Pickens United Shareholders Association, speaking before the Michigan Senate on the dangers of radical anti-takeover legislation.
He co-wrote and hosted The Investors Institute, a National television program which taught strategies for investing in IPOs. He then took the show on the road and held seminars for 250,000 people during an eight month cross country tour.
Mr. Samblis strategized with Author Mark Victor Hansen on the development and concept of the run away best selling book series Chicken Soup for the Soul. Mr. Samblis and Mr. Hansen later co-hosted the audio program -The World’s Most Powerful Marketing Tool.
Mr. Samblis has help people build their businesses into National brands. Working with a friend and owner of one fledgling gym in Durham New Hampshire, Mr. Samblis developed a marketing strategy and came up with the name - Planet Fitness. His friend renamed his gym - Planet Fitness -and then took that name and concept and turned it into the most successful and fastest growing fitness franchises in the country.
With his highly diversified background and hands on entrepreneurial experience, Mr. Samblis creates the company vision for IC Places and inspires the team to implement the vision on a daily basis.
Joseph Collins - President
Growing up in South Central Los Angeles, California took its toll on Joseph Collins Jr. Gang violence and drug ridden streets were a daily battle for the Collins family as they ventured out into their work and school lives. At the age of ten, Joseph’s mother decided to uproot her family and move them to the safer neighborhoods of Pomona, California where Joseph essentially grew up. Money was tight, forcing the family to rely on food stamps and other government assistance just to get by. Although there were many struggles growing up, Joseph still looks back on his childhood with fondness and accredits his parents as the most influential people in his life.
Joseph knew at an early age that he was born for television. The Three Stooges, Speed Racer and The Addams Family were among the many shows that lit the spark inside this future Television CEO, knowing that one day he would be developing and producing top notch shows like the ones he grew up watching. Gary High School in Pomona, California was the developmental grounds for Joseph’s future as the founder of Punch Television Network. Here he was heavily influenced by his high school teacher, Barbara Barkermeyer, who opened doors for him to gain his first Hollywood audition. Persistence paid off when, after months of calling, Joseph landed an internship with WVTV in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. His flare and contagious personality helped him grow from an intern to working as the youngest news anchor to report the business news, drawing people in to hear his take on the daily events.
Many people have influenced and shaped Joseph’s role in the television world, from J.W. Witt former CEO of WVTV in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the story of William Paley, founder of CBS, to Michael Eisner, former CEO of Disney and Ted Turner, the cable industry's trailblazer. These men have inspired Joseph and helped keep him focus on achieving his dream of owning and operating a television network, which has since become a reality.
Joseph’s ultimate goal has come to fruition by bringing life-changing, inspirational television to viewers throughout the world. With a long list of accomplishments, recognition from various Senators and City Council members and the newly formed Punch Television Network, Joseph’s extensive background is bringing Punch Television Network to your living room.
JOSHUA MANDEL – VP of Productions
Born in Los Angeles California, Joshua graduated Landmark West and attended University of Southern California. While in high school he had an internship at Boss Film Studios where he worked on such films as Starship Troopers, Air Force One, Desperate Measures, and Turbulence. He also assisted the multi academy award winner wizard Mr. Richard Edlund. After college, he started working as a production assistant on films such as Rebound, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Little Miss Sunshine, Heartbreak Kid and the TV show The Loop. After working in production and post-production, he moved to freelance production accounting. He worked as a production accountant on the films Tropic Thunder, Surrogates and Real Steel. He is currently working as a production supervisor on 21 and Over.
Curtis O. Clark - Director of Programing
Curtis Omari Clark joins the executive team as Director of Production for the Punch Television Network. Mr. Clark has nearly forty-five years of experience in Community Outreach and thirty-six years of experience in Media and Television production. Some of his notable credits include an emphasis in turn key operations, and highlights in still photography in which he produced a documentary on Urban Life in five West African Countries—all video taped on location.
While attending Jefferson High in Los Angeles, California, Mr. Clark's leadership was instrumental in organizing a youth organization. This organization grew to over 400 members, which resulted in the first city wide high school walk-out. This had a major impact on social and civil rights in public schools. His influence on this issue prompted meeting requests from the staff of Dr. Martin Luther King and Senator Robert Kennedy.
Mr. Clark’s experience in Community Outreach extends into Directorship of a Single Women’s Shelter, Women and Children’s Shelter and the City of Refuge Rescue Outreach. He also served as an advocate Recruiter/Counselor at California State University at Long Beach. While holding this position, he was responsible for the admission of over 1500 minority students.
In the world of Media and Television, Mr. Clark has humbly held the position of Producer and Director of independent television productions, Urban Music Director of a Public FM radio broadcast, Program Manager for Cable TV, Public Access Production Manager, Cameraman and Program Director, Technical Photographer, and Music Director, just to name a few.
Mr. Clark has a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree is Mass Communications, with a Minor in Industrial Photography from California State University, Long Beach. He also holds a California Teaching Credential in Media Production.
Rachel Ramos - Executive Director
Executive Producer, Rachel Ramos is proud to call Punch Television Network her home. It’s safe to say that she is the ‘Queen behind the Scenes’. Not only is Miss Ramos the right-hand lady for Punch CEO Joseph Collins, she’s pouring her heart into changing lives and creating a television network known for its genuine passion and drive for success.
After nearly twenty years in the corporate world, Miss Ramos transitioned into entertainment to put her love and natural flair into her Punch family. From Operations to Marketing, Human Resources and Casting, Miss Ramos has her hands in nearly everything happening behind the scenes of Punch Television Network.
Miss Ramos is a mother of two and knows the importance of family, which is reason why Punch Television’s vision of family-friendly programming is something she’s very proud of.
“Watching this network grow right before my eyes has been a life-changing experience. I am so thrilled to be a part of this movement,” Ramos says.
Miss Ramos is proud to be part of the Executive Team and looks forward to growing with her Punch Television family.
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