Local award-winning journalist and author Maureen Francisco is hosting an intimate discussion with high-profile personalities who have achieved their American Dream at the launch party for her new book, It Takes Moxie: Off the Boat, Or Out of School, To Making It Your Way In America (January, 2013) on Saturday, January 19th, 2013. The event is open to the public but space is limited. It Takes Moxie is targeted to those who are out of work, or who are new to the workplace, such as recent graduates, immigrants, and the unemployed. Special Guests include Dr. Connie Mariano (Health/Author) The White House Doctor and Bruno Singh (IT) VP of NBCUniversal, among others. $20.00, includes breakfast and parking.