As the Smoky Mountains celebrate 75 years, Geoffrey Wolpert and his Park Grill Steakhouse located next to the entrance of this great national treasure have their celebration in full swing!Geoffrey has teamed up with Jacob Timmons of S.D. Professionals, LLC, a multimedia company located in Sevierville, TN, to add a new, fun twist to his restaurant’s image. To do that, they have introduced a new "spokesbear", if you will, to represent the Park Grill Steakhouse. Her name is “Suzetta Parker” and she is a beautiful black bear with a heart touching story and a zany personality!Suzetta “Black Bear” Parker was rescued as a cub in a deadly forest fire which proved tragic for the rest of her family. Now living in Los Angeles, California, she is quickly becoming famous around the world because of her zany attitude and impeccable taste for great dining! Evolution LA, Suzetta’s agent, ensures her happiness and comfort around the clock by having any production done at her home so she never has to be moved to any other location which could cause her to be stressed.
To do this, they use Green Screen Technology which allows us to then take the “Green-Screened” video footage and produce just about any concept we want as Suzetta (Misty) leads the way.
“We struck gold when we found Evolution LA! Misty Black Bear (aka Suzette Parker) is a super hit with super talent. Combine her with the unsurpassed talent of Velton Ray Bunch (scoring), our RED ONE 4K production and editing crew and the majestic, lodge-like Park Grill Steakhouse, you have the perfect combination to achieve greatness”….Jacob Timmons, president S.D. Professionals, LLC.
“One of the greatest hidden treasures of the Great Smoky Mountains is the talent...and tops on that list is Jacob Timmons”, Emmy Award winner, Velton Ray Bunch. For more information on the Park Grill Steakhouse, visit http://www.parkgrillgatlinburg.com/.For information on having a video concept produced for your company, contact Jacob Timmons at S.D. Professionals, LLC by clicking here: http://www.sdwebpros.com/ or call 865-774-9023.
As the Smoky Mountains celebrate 75 years, Geoffrey Wolpert and his Park Grill Steakhouse located next to the entrance of this great national treasure have their celebration in full swing! Geoffrey has teamed up with Jacob Timmons of S.D. Professionals, LLC, a multimedia company located in Sevierville, TN, to add a new, fun twist to his restaurant’s image. To do that, they have introduced a new mascot, if you will, to represent the Park Grill Steakhouse. Her name is “Suzetta Parker” and she is a beautiful black bear with a heart touching story and a zany personality! Suzetta “Black Bear” Parker was rescued as a cub in a deadly forest fire which proved tragic for the rest of her family. Now living in Los Angeles, California, she is quickly becoming famous around the world because of her zany attitude and impeccable taste for great dining! Evolution LA, Suzetta’s agent, ensures her happiness and comfort around the clock by having any production done at her home so she never has to be moved to any other location which could cause her to be stressed. To do this, they use Green Screen Technology which allows us to then take the “Green-Screened” video footage and produce just about any concept we want as Suzetta (Misty) leads the way. “We struck gold when we found Evolution LA! Misty Black Bear (aka Suzette Parker) is a super hit with super talent. Combine her with the unsurpassed talent of Velton Ray Bunch (scoring), our RED ONE 4K production and editing crew and the majestic, lodge-like Park Grill Steakhouse, you have the perfect combination to achieve greatness”….Jacob Timmons, president S.D. Professionals, LLC. For more information on the Park Grill Steakhouse, visit http://www.parkgrillgatlinburg.com/. For information on having a video concept produced for your company, contact Jacob Timmons at S.D. Professionals, LLC by clicking here: http://www.sdwebpros.com/ or call 865-774-9023.
Weeks of preparation paid off Friday, May 8th, 2009 as S.D. Professionals, LLC and their new media “TheSmokies.TV” revealed their worldwide broadcast of Dolly Parton’s 24th Annual Parade in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Pigeon Forge, TN, May 11, 2009 Although the there were a few technical snafus here and there such as clogged servers from time to time, once again they have a big hit on their hands. Stats reveal tens of thousands of viewers logging on from 20+ countries around the globe, all of which are potential new visitors to this area which is dependent upon tourism. “We truly strive to always think outside of the box. Not only did we bring the Smokies to the world during Dolly’s Parade but we actually streamed and recording for the first time ever with a RED ONE 4K Camera” said Jacob Timmons of S.D. Professionals, LLC For those who may have experience issues logging on during the heavy traffic period, TheSmokies.TV is now broadcasting an encore performance on TheSmokies.TV. TheSmokies.TV is an online broadcasting division of S.D. Professionals, LLC which covers live events and entertainment within the boundaries of the Great Smoky Mountains and immediate surrounding areas. For more information, contact Jacob Timmons at 865-774-9023.
S.D. Professionals, LLC was thrilled to learn that the popular Business TN magazine had named them among the top one hundred companies in the state of Tennessee.
This multimedia and Web development firm built the technology responsible for providing over 500,000 books to children each month through the Imagination Library, the literacy brainchild of fellow Sevier County native Dolly Parton. S.D. also created the graphic & Web site designs which graced Parton's latest world tour. Earlier this year, the firm created the visual animation for Parton's appearances on American Idol episodes. At press time, the company was working with the Boys & Girls Club on a project that included Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
"We are honored to be named as one of Tennessee's Top 100 and we thank Business TN for recognizing our efforts!"...Jacob Timmons, Founder, S.D. Professionals, LLC.
As a small business owner, I have been watching CNN and the stock markets today as congress struggles to pass a bill to bailout Wall street. Now, here just about 1 minute after the bill has failed, the stock market is on a downward plunge that some say is unrecoverable. I remember when I was an employee and not a business owner, I would always think the stock markets didn’t really affect me. It is so strange how life’s journeys seem to change a person’s way of thinking. I have not yet felt the financial pressure of this horrific financial issue our country is facing and I understand that simply means I am one of a lucky few as I see some of our clients beginning to feel this as their sales begin to drop in front of our eyes. Several of our clients are in the real estate business and we have seen them struggle for some time now but today, I am truly afraid of what is yet to come for the entire financial market in the U.S.A. I can only pray that we all stay together to get through this and that recovery comes swift and fruitful.
Sevier County superstar Dolly Parton took some personal time off from her busy press schedule Saturday to celebrate the life and music of former television partner and mentor, Porter Wagoner. In her own Celebrity Theater, the singer spent an emotional and poignant afternoon singing the songs and sharing the stories of the time she and Porter spent together and the impact the legend had on all who surrounded him. Parton also took the opportunity to surprise manager, and original Wagon Master, Don Warden with an induction into the Missouri based Steel Guitar Hall of Fame. The Dollywood Theater was transformed with familiar sets from the long-running country music show and Dolly’s band, The Backwoods Boys, dressed in the signature costumes from the era. Dolly, herself, wore a Porter-inspired outfit to set the mood for the afternoon. “This won’t be a sad time,” she assured the crowd. “This will be a happy time!” The private event was attended by Wagoner’s children and grand children and many of the Grand Ole Opry stars who had performed with him during his long and successful career. “The Porter Wagoner Show” debuted on syndicated television in 1960 and the flashy country star brought new talent Dolly Parton aboard in 1967. Parton credits his support and the popularity of their duets together, as the foundation of her own success. During the emotional memorial, Wagon Master steel guitar player Don Warden was surprised by Parton with a tribute of his own. Dressed in the original costume he wore on the famed show, Warden was gifted with a sculpture from Parton who described him as her “Angel on Earth” and told of his induction into the Steel Guitar Hall of Fame. When Dolly left the Porter Wagoner Show, Warden went with her as manager and has remained with her as an adviser through the years. This very special tribute marked the first time the two had performed together in 34 years. Eyes glistening with tears, Parton closed the memorial with the original version of her 1974 musical farewell to their partnership, “I Will Always Love You”. “Not a dry eye in the house,” says Sevierville media artist Jacob Timmons, who designed and manages Parton’s web empire. “The whole first row of the theater was Porter’s family, the second row was legends from the Grand Ole Opry. It was a powerful and moving expression of love”. Porter Wagoner died on October 28, 2007, in Nashville Tennessee. His career spanned seven decades.This blog brought to you by S.D. Professionals, LLC :: Tennessee's Entertainment Bloggers!All content of this blog belongs exclusively to S.D. Professionals, LLC and may NOT be used, copied or rewritten in any form with out written consent.
As thunder storms and funnel clouds ripped through East Tennessee yesterday, Pigeon Forge had their own special angel keeping skies sunny and dry! This area's favorite daughter, Dolly Parton, welcomed Spring with her annual parade down the city's main street, and even the weather seemed to be under her spell.From the Dollywood Foundation offices to Wears Valley Road, eager fans lined the streets to catch a glimpse of the Backwoods Barbie and, as usual, she didn't disappoint! Signature smile (and wig!) glowing, looking full of life and bursting with happiness, Dolly waved and chatted with the crowd from atop her new custom built float.Sharing time with her home town fans before jetting off to a year-long World Tour, Dolly has had a busy Spring already; appearing as a mentor on Fox Television's popular hit, American Idol and promoting her latest album. Not likely a few rain drops would dampen her enthusiasm or that of the crowds cheering her on.The yearly tradition celebrates the official Grand Opening weekend of the star's Dollywood Theme Park and has become an eagerly awaited kick-off for summer in the Smokey Mountains.
S. D. Professionals, LLC owner Jacob Timmons isn’t appearing as a contestant on American Idol this week but, with the help of super star Dolly Parton, his work will be seen on the popular talent showcase just the same. Timmons, owner of the Sevierville based media design company, was contacted by representatives from American Idol to create the visual animation for Parton’s appearance on episodes airing this week. “It isn’t every day you see American Idol on caller ID!” Timmons laughed.On Tuesday night, Sevier county’s hometown celebrity is sharing her wisdom and years of performance experience with the Idol finalists celebrating her music. Parton will be performing her new hit “Jesus and Gravity” live during the elimination phase of the show Wednesday evening. No coincidence that the Fox network staff looked to Timmons for artistic visual interpretation when planning Dolly’s Idol debut. S. D. Professionals, LLC designed and maintains Parton’s new web site, http://www.dollyparton.com/ as well as her Imagination Library web site and book order system, DollysImaginationLibrary.com. The artist also recently produced the video content for Parton’s new 2008 Backwoods Barbie World Tour which kicks off this month. Timmons’ work opens the famous show tonight and he looks forward to seeing “S. D. Professionals, LLC” roll by on the credits.“We are thrilled to be part of the evening”, says Timmons, “and feel Dolly will have a little bit of Sevierville there with her”! Local residents can enjoy the same affordable services as the successful Fox network by contacting S. D. Professionals, LLC at http://www.sdwebpros.com/ or by calling 865-774-9023.
East Tennessee takes cover this morning as a deadly storm fronts rolls through the region. With over 40 people dead and at least 22 dead in Tennessee alone, East Tennessee braces to weather the storm this morning that our neighbors to the West faced last night. Here are a few photos showing the storm blowing in across the Great Smoky Mountains this morning courtesy of http://www.sdwebpros.com/.
Bird watchers in East Tennessee are sighting a new breed of Eagle in the skies. Not the feathered kind, but the latest pet of Sevierville based media company S.D. Professionals, LLC The local company has launched the first ever HD (high definition) video blimp. The nearly 5lb bird has been dubbed, affectionately, The EagleEye. S.D. Professionals, LLC already known in the industry for its cutting edge media tools and techniques, originally trusted Aerial Products, a Florida based business, to develop the new blimp as an additional advertising view for their Sevier County clients. “We surprised even ourselves,” says company owner and creative force Jacob Timmons, “with the overwhelming number of uses and level of interest!” Before the bird was even out of the cage, Timmons was contacted by the king of blimps, Goodyear tire & Rubber, Co., with an interesting proposition. S.D. Professionals, LLC & Aerial Products, are now in the process of building, for the Goodyear Company, a 22ft small scale replica of their famous flying logo complete with all wireless remote controls. “We have designed a wireless, high definition, video system that can send images from the flight to pre-selected television screens and stations on the ground. Goodyear is premiering this innovation at their yearly world wide vendor event at the "Gaylord Texan" in Grapevine, Texas" with Timmons and company piloting the flight! “It’s a VERY exciting time for us”, says Timmons. “But even more exciting is the possibilities this will open up for business in Sevier county!” Timmons plans to use his new toy not only for area advertisers and real estate interests, but as a promotional vehicle for local schools, events and sports. He is speaking with several interested groups, and delighted with plans for the future. Already affiliated with Dolly Parton and her Imagination Library, the company looks forward to giving back to the community. “Check out our EagleEyeinthesky.com website for more details or to find where we will be flying next. Meanwhile, keep looking UP!”