The Philadelphia Contributors

Rob Avery – “People In History” Contributor

Robert Avery is, the Founder and Executive Director The Philadelphia Wax Museum. He is native of Philadelphia and a visionary who has worked for a number of companies, including NCR Corporation, Drexel University, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and the United States Air Force Reserves, each offering insight and business sense of what Mr. Avery would like to include in The Philadelphia Wax Museum’s organizational model. He is a 13 year veteran of The United States Air Force Reserves who has done two tour of duties to Baghdad. He attended and played football at Millersville University. He later attended Drexel University. He continue to support The Philadelphia Wax Museum and, with the assistance of the Board of Directors, guides the Organization’s activities. He is very passionate about honoring the lives of the famous personaliteis unique to Philadelphia. “”We should never forget the great things and greatness of people who have done great things, because it spawns more greatness” say Mr. Avery

Life is about Legacy

Robert Avery founder of The Philadelphia Wax Museum

It’s better to attempt something great and fail, than to attempt nothing and succeed”

Erica Brooke Fajge – Senior Contributor

A 2004 graduate of Arcadia University with a B.A. in communications/print journalism and a minor in marketing, Erica also received an M.Ed. in secondary English education from Temple University in 2007. She is currently an Assessment Specialist for an educational technology and testing/assessment company in Central New Jersey and tutors English and writing on the side.

Erica also holds an alumni class officer position as class editor for the class of 2004 for Arcadia University’s alumni publication, the Arcadia Magazine. She was a columnist for PMZ Magazine in Philly and wrote freelance for Campus Philly, as well as various feature stories for the Temple Times while working as Calendar Editor for Temple’s Office of Communications.

Erica grew up in the Philadelphia/Bucks County area and has lived here most of her life, except for a short time in South Florida. In her downtime, she enjoys traveling (Vegas, Florida, and AC/the Jersey shore are among her favorites), shopping/fashion, working out, reading, going to the movies, relaxing at home or on the beach, spending time with friends and family, updating her Facebook status and surfing the web, attending and promoting events through The Collaborative and Pulse Promotions.

And, of course, checking out various bars, restaurants, and social events while exploring the Center City nightlife scene!

Michael Hammond – Auto Industry Contributor

My name is Michael Hammond and I live in East Norriton Pa. I’m the Internet Marketing Manager at Conicelli Autoplex. My job is to tie together creative and technical aspects of the Internet by including design, development, advertising, and sale.

My primary goal for this site is to inform readers about current news and events that happen in and around the tri-state.


Kyle Hasset – Sports Contributor

Kyle Hassett grew up in the suburbs of New Jersey as a diehard sports fan. Having an interest in sports at a young age Kyle decided to pursue a career in journalism after graduating from Lenape High School. He is currently attending Temple University for his bachelor’s degree in Journalism.  Once he gets his degree he plans to use his skills to become a journalist in the Philadelphia area.

Sabir Peele – Style & Fashion Contributor

Sabir M. Peele is the Philadelphia Men’s Style Examiner. He was named as one of the Top 5 Best Dressed Real Men in America by Esquire Magazine in 2010. Sabir is currently looking to help improve the style of men in Philadelphia one man at a time with consultations and tips. A native of Philadelphia, Sabir is a graduate of Central High School and of Ursinus College. You can follow Sabir on Twitter at MensStylePro215 and at the Examiner.com. Feel free to send any questions his way via email at styleexaminersabir@gmail.com. Sabir’s style philosophy is,”Your style should reflect you and not what you think you are”.

Jillian Weiner - Movie Analyst

Greetings fellow lovers of sophisticated events, scintillating parties, stimulating topics, and above all else the city of Philadelphia.

I am a 26 year old fulltime student. And by fulltime I mean overtime. I am currently completing my third Masters Degree at Arcadia University. I have a Masters in English, one in Humanities and will be completing one in Film & Philosophy. I will be applying for my PhD, in English, in the fall of 2010.

I am a lover of all types of art, particularly film, theater, and literature.

I plan on sharing my finds and throwaways, hits and misses, with you.

Christopher Nutt – Financial Analyst

Hello my name is Christopher Nutt, I enjoy writing about finance topics including personal finance, economic, and business industry trends.

My goal to present advance economic topics in a simple and understandable format. I hope to educate all who are interested in the current financial topics that you hear about or read in the news.

Our country is in the process of going through one of the most dramatic and unprecedented periods of economic and regulatory change. I hope I can help shed some insight on what these issue really mean and how they impact you!

I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Temple University, Fox School of Business, majoring in Finance and a minor in Real Estate Investment. I’m a candidate in the Chartered Financial Analyst program (Level II). I hold my Series 7, Series 66, Series 24, and Life, Accident and Health Insurance licenses.
Feel free to send me a question you may have about personal financial topics or any financial topic that interest you.

Jenn Taverez – Assistant Editor

Born and raised in South Jersey, Jenn is a true Jersey Girl (not to be confused with “Jersey Shore” girl). Jenn has always been an avid writer and an artist. Two years ago, she uprooted herself from the country life to live in the City of Brotherly Love to pursue her entrepreneurial spirit.

Co-owner and operator of Street Star Clothing, this girl puts the pedal to the medal when it comes to getting things done. In just two short years, she has helped launch the clothing line from tee shirts in a corner shop into a brand that is worn all across the nation and in countries such as the UK, Canada and Germany.

A Jill of all trades, Jennifer also works as the marketing assistant/social media guru for one of Delaware Valley’s premiere physical therapy companies. She is also a licensed Skin Care Specialist and Real Estate Agent.

Joe Notter – Publisher & Founder

I had this idea for a few years now, thanks to comedian Vince Patterson and this unique city of Philadelphia.  I caught myself saying, “Only In Philadelphia” daily after taking a stroll through the city.

Check back periodically where we provide the skinny or the insider on news and events that are uniquely Philadelphia!

We are always looking for your personal stories and feedback to the site.  Feel free to register and post your own stories for approval or email editor@onlyinphiladelphia.com.

Interested to become a contributor?  Please email a 150 word creative essay about yourself to: editor@onlyinphiladelphia.com