Q3 • FALL 2014 HIGHLIGHTS NEWS & EVENTS TRANSAMERICA PYRAMID CENTER AN OASIS IN YOUR BACKYARD Redwood Park continues to be an oasis of calm and beauty set in the midst of an urban environment. The vision of Transamerica CEO Jack Beckett, and architect William Periera back in 1969, the park boasts towering “Children at Play” crafted by redwoods, peaceful fountains, Glenna Goodacre. and sculptures of children at play. It is also host to the unique “Jumping Frogs” exhibit in honor of Mark Twain, who often did his writing in such peaceful settings in and around San Francisco. Recent landscaping improvements include adding many native species for color, beauty and authenticity. The park was dedicated along with the Transamerica Pyramid in 1972. The park is the centerpiece of the Pyramid Center Block, and is open to the public Monday – Friday from 6:00 am – 6:00 pm. It is privately owned and is closed on weekends. The “Jumping Frogs” sculpture by Richard Clopton is dedicated to the jumping frogs of Calaveras County made famous by Mark Twain. fall 2014 News & Events.......................1-2 Safety Matters.......................3 Tenant Spotlight...................4 Concierge’s Corner................6 Event Calendar......................7 Then member of the Board of Supervisors, Dianne Feinstein dedicating the park and building in December, 1972. 1 NEWS & EVENTS CONT. UPGRADES WE’RE GETTING BETTER ALL THE TIME! 505 GETS CELLULAR UPGRADE In April of this year, At&t performed a no-cost fiber installation upgrade at 505 Sansome. The upgrade combines managed Internet with voice and data through fiber technology that delivers an integrated experience. Speeds improved to 10 megabytes per second, with more reliable access and 24/7 technical support. Plus, the Internet is dedicated and not shared with other businesses. The use of SIP trunking allows you to leverage your unused bandwidth to support features such as IP conferencing, instant messaging, unified communications, and presence management, with overall better performance, security and control. For more information on the technology upgrades at 505 Sansome, contact Jason Smith at jsmith@ thepyramidcenter.com. DON’T MISS THE ANNUAL HEALTH FAIR! • Free massages • Delicious healthy foods from Chef Ryan Scott • Free health screenings and Flu Shots • Ways to Go Green • E-waste dates, how to use electric car stations, “green” commute options, and more! When: Thursday, October 9, 2014 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Where: 505 Sansome, Winter Garden Lobby 2 Lighting technician seen here replaces 96 bulbs ranging from 400 to 1,000 watts. LET THERE BE LIGHT… It’s not easy changing out some of the highest watt bulbs atop the spire of still the tallest building in the city. It takes a special crew with the know-how to scale the spire and install the bulbs safely. The spire contains 50, 1,000-watt bulbs; 30, 750-watt bulbs; and 16, 400-watt bulbs that illuminate the night skyline. The Travel Channel contacted the Pyramid to film a segment due to air in late 2014/early 2015 about interesting places in various cities, and they chose the Transamerica Pyramid to represent the Bay Area. On the top of their list was the changing of the spire lights, complete with an explanation of the colored lighting that often accompanies the holidays. Stayed tuned for more information about the airing of the Travel Channel program about YOUR building, featuring interviews from your management team. safety matters By Jackson Talbot • Director of Security 415.829.5410 This quarterly column offers safety tips from our Director of Security, Jackson Talbot. Jackson and the Pyramid Security Team are always available to provide resources and/or custom training to Pyramid Center tenants. If you have any questions, contact Jackson at 415.829.5410. Cell Phone Zombies Zombies are quite the trend these days, both on TV and at the movies. But they also exist in real life! In the past several years, a new breed of zombies frequent the Pyramid Center grounds. Without concern for their surroundings, they march on, occasionally into light poles. They are known as “The Cell-Phone Zombie.” We’ve probably all been guilty of glancing down a bit too long on our walks to work, but a quick YouTube search for “Distracted Walking” reveals some folks literally walking into everything from walls to subway tracks. It’s funny on YouTube, but the reality is that being entirely distracted while navigating the city is simply a bad idea. Our Security Officers see people throughout the day (and night) who are oblivious to their surroundings, intently focused on their cell phones. While on our property, “bad guys” aware of our tight Security stay away. However, once that distracted person moves on, they become an easy target for criminals. Benjamin Franklin once said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Do yourself a favor and hold off on device use while walking along the busy city streets. Be alert and keep your valuable electronics out of snatching distance. Here is a helpful Public Safety Advisory from the SFPD on Robbery Prevention Tips: http:// www.sf-police.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=24323. Behind The Scenes ALEX SOTO, ENGINEER A San Francisco native, Alex grew up seeing the Transamerica Pyramid and marveling at the building’s architecture and engineering that was far ahead of its time. Never dreaming that he would one day be working for this worldrenowned landmark, he was hired as an apprentice to oversee equipment and learn the complex Co-Gen system that powers most of the building. In 2012, Alex was promoted to a full-fledged journeyman, and today can be found working the one-man graveyard shift at the Pyramid. On top of monitoring all the equipment in the building, which includes two 500 MegaWatt Co-Gen engines, he is responsible for the heating and cooling of the buildings to ensure tenants are comfortable, and prepares the building for its occupants on a daily basis. MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE HOLIDAY PARTIES! 505 & 545 Sansome Thursday, December 4, 2014 3:30 to 5:30 pm Location: 505 Sansome, Winter Garden Lobby 600 Montgomery Thursday, December 11, 2014 3:30 to 5:30 pm Location: 600 Montgomery, 22nd floor 3 Tenant Spotlight: 505 Sansome Phillips, Spallas & Angstadt Phillips, Spallas & Angstadt is an AV rated, civil litigation firm with an unparalleled record of successful results for our clients. We emphasize prompt, economic resolution whenever possible. Trial Excellence. We are proud of our ability to obtain the best possible solutions for our clients when alternative dispute resolution is not an option. Our 90% prevailing record at trial speaks for itself. Efficiency. We are highly adept at managing costs and remaining within budget guidelines. One of our greatest strengths is the accurate evaluation of our cases early in the process. This allows us to work efficiently and effectively in meeting our clients’ objectives. We recognize that quick resolution is almost always in our clients’ best interests. Diversity. We are committed to diversity both within the firm and in the profession of law at large. The firm actively pursues minority status individuals for all positions and supports several fellowships for minority students. However, our lawyers’ outstanding qualities are not measured just by ethnicity, race or gender. All of our lawyers have proven track records as remarkable attorneys. With fully staffed offices in San Francisco, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and Napa, we possess a thorough knowledge of the unique rules, judiciary and plaintiffs bar of most state and federal venues in California and Nevada. This knowledge is a product of not only the highly qualified local attorneys staffing each office, but also our vast trial experience. The firm tries dozens of cases each year, and we are National Coordinating Counsel and Lead Defense Counsel for complex litigation throughout the United States. For more information visit www.psalaw.net. 4 POI NEWS AND SPECIALTY ITEMS Point of Interest (POI), located on the ground floor off of Clay Street, is always stocking up on the items you ask for most! The Pyramid hand blown and painted holiday ornament is back in stock, but quantities are limited. Below are some specials as well as your 10 percent off coupon for use any time in the gift store. Glass ornament by Landmark Creations Grey travel thermos Ladies Grey Fleece Vest, Red Polo LED Black Keychain FALL Savings 10% Off your purchase with this coupon HATS OFF TO THE POI! POI is thrilled to announce that Steve Silver’s Beach Blanket Babylon Hat, prominently displayed at the Transamerica Pyramid’s POI, will be on display through the end of 2014 – it’s a sight to behold up close, and provides a fun photo opportunity for tenants and tourists alike. The Beach Blanket Babylon hat featuring the Pyramid is on display at the POI. POINT OF INTEREST RECEIVEs INTERNATIONAL MARKETING AWARD Thousands of entries from more than 25 countries competed for one of the marketing/creative industry’s most coveted awards: the International Summit. Transamerica Pyramid’s Point of Interest (POI), a visitor center, historical display and gift shop, was awarded the Silver Summit Creative Award for the design and implementation of the POI. The award took into consideration the retail concept, design of the space, functionality and use of the space, timeline for completion, budget restrictions, and success of the end product. Countries that competed for the coveted Gold, Silver and Bronze awards included Austria, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, Sweden, Switzerland, Trinidad & Tobago, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and the United States. 5 C ONCIERGE’S C ORNER Transamerica Pyramid 600 Montgomery St. San Francisco, CA 94111 505 Sansome 505 Sansome St. San Francisco, CA 94111 545 Sansome 545 Sansome St. San Francisco, CA 94111 For Leasing Information Contact: Margaret Duskin Executive Director [email protected] 415.773.3538 Ross Robinson Senior Director [email protected] 415.773.3576 By J.C. Cuayet • 415.829.5340 Featuring a new twist to the Concierge Corner, JC Cuayet reviews great restaurants, events, shows, night life and so much more. Ask JC for his tips that are custom tailored to your group or party at [email protected]. Good Eats (and Drinks) • Kusakabe - The new upscale sushi spot located across the street from the Pyramid featuring chef and owner Nori Kusakabe, formerly chef of Michelin-starred Sushi Ran in Sausalito. The 30-seat sushi bar and six tables offer only Omakase (a 14-course chef’s menu for $95pp). • Dirty Habit - Don’t judge the restaurant by its name. Helmed by Chef David Barzirgan formerly of Fifth Floor, Chez Papa Resto, Dirty Habit is an intimate, plush bar and restaurant located on the 5th floor of the Palomar Hotel (4th & Market Streets) The menu consists of small, shareable plates. And be sure to check out the heated outdoor patio. Arts & Entertainment Alcatraz is SF’s Newest Art Gallery and Museum. Its current exhibition is “@Large: Ai Weiwei on Alcatraz.” This exhibition will be on view September 27, 2014-April 26, 2015. Ai Wei Wei is one of China’s most prolific and provocative contemporary artists. His works spotlight issues of freedom of expression, as well as individual rights both in China and globally. For tickets, visit www.alcatrazcruises. com Featured Mobile App Go Dish - Save as much as 50 percent off lunch every day at 50 restaurants in downtown San Francisco. Nearby restaurants participating include Bask, Mercedes Cantina, Tricolore, Yoppi Yogurt, and many more. Go to www.getgodish.com for details, or search “Go Dish” in the Apple App Store. (Available soon on Android.) Shopping & Travel A number of Pyramid tenants have suggested that I approach local retailers in the area to see if they would offer special promotion/discounts. Several merchants (including Bloomingdales, Westfield, and Embarcadero Center) have warmly embraced the idea, and as a result, Pyramid tenants will indeed qualify for promotions. TRANSAMERICA PYRAMID CENTER 6 For details on each offer, please email [email protected] or call 415-829-5340. EVENT CALENDAR TRANSAMERICA PYRAMID CENTER 2 3 6 1 4 5 8 9 7 1. Dark Universe Planetarium Show Oct - Nov Cal Academy of Sciences calacademy.org 2. Best of SF Stand-Up Comedy Fridays Oct 1- Nov 14 Shelton Theater standupcomedy.bpt.me 3. Golden State Warriors Season Schedule Oct - Dec Oakland Coliseum nba.com/warriors 4. Treasure Island Music Festival Oct 18 Great Lawn treasureislandfestival.com 5. Nike Women’s Half Marathon Oct 19 Union Square nike.com 6. Wharf Fest 2014 Oct 25 Pier 39 sresproductions.com 7. Titanic Masquerade Halloween Cruise Oct 31 Pier 40 events.sfgate.com 8. San Francisco 49ers Season Schedule Oct - Dec Levi Stadium 49ers.com 9. I Love Lucy Live on Stage Nov 21 Curran Theater shnsf.com www.TransamericaPyramidCenter.com 7
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