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Thursday, November 29, 2007

'Great Introduction' To INNER Circle

From: Richard Knee
To: innercircle@tiscali.co.za
Sent: Thursday, November 29, 2007 2:20 PM
Subject: Here's My POSITIVE Palazzo Meeting Testimonial

Hi Trevor,

What a great introduction to INNER Circle, and a wonderful venue in which to be introduced! The surroundings and ambiance of the Palazzo Hotel created such a good feeling amongst all the delegates that it made the process of networking a real delight. Such good food, such magnificent wine, and such friendly service – even from the guy who saw me out at the door when I had to tear myself away! If this is the norm for the Palazzo, then they certainly deserve our support, and I will make a point of recommending them to any of my contacts.


Kind Regards

Richard Knee
Cell: 082 807 4255
Tel/Fax: 011 792 3709
E-mail: richardknee@telkomsa.net
Web: http://www.worthframing.co.za/

INNER Circle at The PALAZZO - Nov. Testimonials

From: Tess Elsen
To: innercircle@tiscali.co.za
Sent: Thursday, November 29, 2007 12:58 PM
Subject: Here's My POSITIVE Palazzo Meeting Testimonial
Once again the INNER Circle hosted at the Palazzo Hotel exceeded all expectations! What a great venue to meet and do business. The staff are always courteous and efficient and the introduction to new food ideas and wine labels is wonderful. As someone in training and development, I know that the venue and food can make or break an event. The Palazzo always adds value!

Tess ElsenTessen Enterprises
Office (011) 787-5361
Fax : (011) 787-4108
Cell : 083 266 1505
Email : tess@tessen.co.za
Web : http://www.tessen.co.za/
The Potential for Greatness is Within Each One of Us. Realise Yours.

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From: Chris Stevens
To: innercircle@tiscali.co.za
Sent: Thursday, November 29, 2007 5:10 PM
Subject: Here's My POSITIVE Palazzo Meeting Testimonial

Hi Trevor

I really enjoyed Tuesday's meeting, especially the opportunity to 'perform' before the cameras! Once again the Palazzo came up trumps - do they ever have a bad day?

Kind regards
Chris Stevens

FullHouse Internet Imaging
(A Proudly South African Company)
011 794 3854
Cell: 082 783 4920Website: http://www.fhi.co.za/

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From: Brian Carter - Liberty Life
To: innercircle@tiscali.co.za
Sent: Thursday, November 29, 2007 10:50 PM
Subject: Here's My POSITIVE Palazzo Meeting Testimonial

Hi Trevor

What I find amazing about the Palazzo meetings is that they just get better and better each time. There is an air of expectance over the place, and people just keep on saying how fantastic the meetings are, and they really are!

Once again a great group of people, lots of new folk, and being filmed was an exciting experience. I believe that what Andrew wants to do with that will take things to a whole new level, only bigger and better into the future it seems.

Thanks very much to you for hosting such an awesome meeting, and a big big thank-you to Mark and the Palazzo team and staff. Once again, excellent food, excellent wine, and staff with service to match.

Mark for president!

Kind regards

BRIAN CARTER
082 855 3281

LIBERTY LIFE ACCREDITED CONSULTANT

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From: stewart.int
To: innercircle@tiscali.co.za
Sent: Friday, November 30, 2007 9:37 AM
Subject: Here's My POSITIVE Palazzo Meeting Testimonial

Hi Trevor,

The networking meeting at the Palazzo was outstanding, and definitely the best one we’ve attended so far. We found everything ran smoothly and efficiently, and were very impressed with the exceptional service at the Palazzo Hotel. Thank you so much for inviting us!

Regards,
Gayle & Angela
(Jordan Stewart Interiors)

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From: john reilly
To: 'INNER Circle'
Sent: Friday, November 30, 2007 7:05 AM
Subject: session

Hi Trevor,

The PALAZZO team once again pulled out all the stops at the recent INNER Circle session, to ensure the all participants felt special, Service, Service, Service was again exceptional . Indeed one really feels like a Million Dollars, clearly our MDI initiatives are gaining momentum, well done indeed.


Regards,
John Reilly.

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From: Gaetano
To: 'INNER Circle'
Sent: Tuesday, December 04, 2007 10:17 AM
Subject: RE: Please ensure that I don't miss YOUR response

Hi Trevor,

I have been to a few other INNER Circle meetings before, but this was my first time at The Palazzo. Although INNER Circle meetings are generally informal, I found the meeting at The Palazzo more formal and professional, and I think it is largely due to the venue that attracts a fantastic group of individuals. Having the intros in a meeting room and then the “get to know one another” outdoors is a winning combination, not to mention the superb wine and eats that were on offer. I hope that you are able to secure this superb facility for future meetings.

Thanks
Gaetano

Gaetano Gabellone
GT Electronica (Pty) Ltd.
Mobile : +27 (0) 82 881 8286
Tel : +27 (0) 11 675 5269
Fax : +27 (0) 86 607 9782
E-mail : gg@gtelectronica.co.za

First-Timers Say: INNER Circle - The BEST

Writes Lyn & Ben Delissen:

Thank you Trevor,

This was our first INNER Circle meeting. We have attended other networking groups, but INNER Circle is by far the best.

A huge thanks to all at the Palazzo for a truly 7 star service.



Lyn Delissen – Time & Space Design Consultants
Ben Delissen – Classico Water

Tel (27)11 791 6591
Fax (27)86 621 1148
Cell (27)82 307 7804
Email info@classicowater.co.za
http://www.classicowater.co.za/

Wednesday, November 28, 2007

Rodizio's In Fourways SCORES & Comments

Sent: Friday, November 23, 2007 1:08 PM
Subject: Rodizio's

Hi Trevor
Hope you are well, Just a short note to let you know that I arranged to have our companies year end function at the Rodizio's in 4-Ways last night.

It was a absolute blast and everyone had a terrific time.

Regards Tim.

Timothy van der Berg
Tel: 011 783-2241
Fax: 011 783-2127/37
Mobile: 083 252-1546


From: Rodizio4ways
To: Trevor Nel
Sent: Friday, November 23, 2007 11:24 PM
Subject: Re: Rodizio's

Hi Trevor

Thank you very much for the support you (INNER Circle) have given us. I'm glad we could please and entertain Tim and guests. Please thank him for us and is most welcome.


Kind regards
Manny

Friday, November 23, 2007

Vodacom INNER Circle Launch Meeting Testimonials

Herewith extracts from first 11 Vodacom INNER Circle meeting testimonials in.

From: john reilly
To: innercircle@tiscali.co.za
Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2007 7:46 AM
Subject: Here's My POSITIVE Vodacom INNER Circle Meeting Testimonial

Hi Trevor,
A great INNER CIRCLE meeting last evening at the Premier location - The PALAZZO - who’s staff once again were fantastic. The session and interface with VODACOM executives was very beneficial and I really feel it will develop into meaningful positive business projects. Very well done indeed.
Regards,
John Reilly.


From: Chris Porter
To: innercircle@tiscali.co.za
Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2007 8:38 AM
Subject: Here's My POSITIVE Vodacom INNER Circle Meeting Testimonial

Hi Trevor,
Thanks again for the splendid opportunity last night. The corporate door is firmly shut for the SME owner, but last night you gave a glimpse of a chance to connect with the fine individuals of one of SA biggest corporates.

True to your nature, you will invite people to help themselves, and I hope everyone used the opportunity last night to make some serious business contacts. Not just from the VODACOM people but from everyone attending.

My gratitude again to Mark Sawkins and the PALAZZO staff.
Regards,

Life Preserving Wellness Clinic
SALVAGENTE (Pty) LTD
Chris PorterDirector


From: Patrick Laverty
To: innercircle@tiscali.co.za
Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2007 11:01 AM
Subject: Here's My POSITIVE Vodacom INNER Circle Meeting Testimonial

Trevor,
This was my third INNER Circle meeting and I can quite comfortably say that there is no other event or meeting place that I know of which will give you better value for your cause, all for a mere R100. Another INNER Circle meeting is never enough! I was honored to meet with everyone there and thank you to INNER Circle and Vodacom for making the get together interesting, knowledgeable and very worth while! To all the Vodacom execs, thank you very much for the opportunity to meet, and I look forward to reaching the health and hangover taste buds of as many of the Yebo Gogo followers as possible! To all the Inner Circle and Vodacom people, please feel free to drop me an email anytime if you need to experience that weird jungle juice taste, or just to Bluxem that Babalas!

Patrick Laverty
Jugi Master
JIGUJA - The Drink to Drink when you Drink
+27 11 442 2078 - telephone
+27 11 447 8444 - fax
+27 84 364 2540 - mobile
http://www.jiguja.co.za/


From: michelek@mailbox.co.za
To: "Trevor Nel" <growth@global.co.za>
Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2007 9:54 AM
Subject: Re: Vodacom INNER Circle testimonial

Hi Trevor,
Thank you for the invite to attend the Vodacom INNER Circle networking meeting - as usual the venue and attendees were a definite cut above the rest. The introduction of Vodacom into the INNER Circle networking realm is extremely innovative and has huge - and far reaching - potential. From a personal perspective I always see tremendous value in constantly widening and strengthening my own personal business network and with the introduction of Vodacom subscribers to the "pot of networkers" the sky is the limit!

The larger the network group - the larger the intellectual base - and ultimately the greater the possibility of closing more deals.

Once again, many thanks Trevor and see you next week.

Michele

From: online274685@telkomsa.net
To: <growth@global.co.za>
Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2007 9:57 AM
Subject: Re: Vodacom INNER Circle testimonial

Hi Trevor
I am excited about Vodacom INNER Circle. As an SMME, I hope to see mycompany using Vodacom's technology to improve my service delivery and continuing adding value into people's wellbeing, faster and efficiently. And making millions on top.
Regards
Mali


From: Mike Lacey-Smith
To: lerato.motsoeneng@vodacom.co.za ; viwe.soga@vodacom.co.za ; 'Lwandile Booi'
Cc: 'Trevor Nel'
Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2007 11:56 AM
Subject: A way to raise Money for Mobile HIV/Aids units on World Aids Day (Dec 1 2007)

Good morning Lerato, Viwe and Lwandile
What a pleasure it has been to meet you all through the INNER Circle meetings and the first Vodacom INNER Circle meeting this week!

With kind regards
Mike Lacey-Smith
0832557998


From: Ben Bredenkamp
To: innercircle@tiscali.co.za
Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2007 12:12 PM
Subject: Here's My POSITIVE Vodacom INNER Circle Meeting Testimonial

Hi Trevor
Thank you for the opportunity to attend your Vodacom INNER Circle Business Network meeting. It was my first time that I attended, I have attended similar opportunities.

It was a very productive evening, during which I connected with at least 8 potential leads. It was an important exersize for me to present, talk and sell my business to other business people. It forced me to think about the vision for my business and
realize the importance of entrepreneurship. There was also an opportunity to learn from other people how to drive your business and make a success of it. As business people we welcome the opportunity to network.

Thank you,
Ben Bredenkamp


From: tammy@teambuild-africa.com
To: Trevor Nel
Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2007 3:02 PM
Subject: Re: Vodacom INNER Circle testimonial

Hi Trevor
These Circles are all opportunities for us , thank you!!

Tammy SinekCeo Teambuild Africa083 378 4034


From: Carmen M. Schnider-Kemp
To: INNER Circle
Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2007 4:05 PM
Subject: Here's My POSITIVE Vodacom INNER Circle Meeting Testimonial

Hi Trevor
What an inspired event last night. I would like to express my gratitude for the fabulous platform the Vodacom INNER Circle meeting presented us with to meet like-minded SME's. The Cherry on Top was definitely the attendance of a fine team of Vodacom's key decision makers.

The buffet hosted by Vodacom was a sheer delight and a sign of their committment and interest in opening doors to passionate SME owners who like to make a difference. I found Vodacom's Executives added tremendous value by allowing us insight on what exactly they are interested in. It was enlightening to get an inside perspective on what they are faced with when having to decide what kind of projects they should support. Their feedback to shape our ideas to projects that will have a chance of being looked at is invaluable.

The evening was networking of the finest, my head is still spinning at the opportunities this opened up. Never thought I'd get the best insights on my way out just before midnight. Just shows you, every minute spent was worth it!

Sincerely
Carmen M. Schnider-Kemp
http://www.divine-parents.com/
Online community supporting Parents of 21st century children


From: Brian Carter - Liberty Life
To: innercircle@tiscali.co.za
Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2007 10:05 PM
Subject: Here's My POSITIVE Vodacom INNER Circle Meeting Testimonial

Hi Trevor
Tuesday night's Vodacom INNER Circle meeting at the Palazzo was definitely a fantastic evening. Aside from the awesome canapés, which are different and tastier every time, the group of people in attendance had an air of expectancy and excitement about it.

Having the execs from Vodacom was a great value add, in terms of the level of people that they are, and the different aspects of business and experience that they brought to the meeting. Even though it did not seem at first that they were 'the right people' to be there, they were all forthcoming and open in their interest in the concept of the meeting, and the future potential of where the INNER Circle wants to take this relationship.

Added to that was their willingness to put people in touch with the right people in order to achieve potential business goals. Not many people are willing to do that, and that to me is a mark of a great networker, and a person who shows a genuine interest in others. Even more so, for me I realised that an executive level of person is still a person, who chats to me on a normal human level, but whose presence I value, as I was able to interact with them, learn from them, and begin a relationship with various levels of potential, both on the human level and the business level.

In the few months that I have been an INNER Circle member, I have experienced the exponential growth that happens in people's businesses as a result of this forum. The opportunity to meet people is the most valuable for me, and the INNER Circle has brought this to a new level. For this reason I am very excited about the Vodacom INNER Circle collaboration vision you put forward. The opportunity to meet 200000 people who are cherry-picked has massive potential for my business. But even more importantly, this opportunity to grow the network of the INNER Circle to incredible proportions has got to be one of the best ideas in a long time. This type of pportunity means that the vision of growth in everyone's businesses, the vision of abundance, the vision of giving back to the community can start to take shape and form, and it will mean the beginning of something amazing. In the MDI meetings we have spoken at length about these visions, and I think that this collaboration will have far reaching effects for everyone involved, and will be the start of making a difference in our communities.

I look forward to this with much anticipation!
Kind regards

BRIAN CARTER
082 855 3281

LIBERTY LIFE ACCREDITED CONSULTANT


From: Mike Lacey-Smith
To: innercircle@tiscali.co.za
Sent: Friday, November 23, 2007 8:13 AM
Subject: Here's My POSITIVE Vodacom INNER Circle Meeting Testimonial

Good morning Trevor
What an awesome meeting of exciting motivated people. The opportunities to learn and grow are endless! Not only do we have the opportunity to grow our own businesses, but we get to meet with dynamic fantastic people who are blessed with
emotional and business connectivity. Meeting the guys from Vodacom was a pleasure!

Mike Lacey-Smith
CEO, Psychologist

Wednesday, November 07, 2007

More TESTIMONIALS Roll In

Michélle de Oliveira writes:

Dear Trevor

I wish to thank Nikki for hosting that meeting. I must tell you that I felt welcome as well as felt that everybody was there with a purpose. A comment was made by you which has stuck in my head since then: we are all thinking too small. We must believe, as well as work hard of course, to achieve our million dollar wish list. I wish to thank you for this as you have removed my blinkers and now I can slowly see the light at the end of the tunnel.

A further lesson learnt is to sell my business, so to speak, within a short space of time which definitely makes a person come out of their shell whether they are ready to do so or not.

I thank you for these two valuable lessons and I look forward to "acquiring" new knowledge so to speak from these meetings in future.

Have a wonderful afternoon.

Kind regards

Michélle de Oliveira


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Benita Vermeulen writes:

What an amazing experience this last month at the Palazzo!!! Wow, I must just compliment you for being so open to an innovative idea to host the INNER Circle Group at your hotel. We have been spoilt!! With the MDI WORKSHOPS and THE PALAZZO’S STAFF. Last night again was great. You and your staff are really going out of your way.

Benita Vermeulen
Marketing Divisional Manager
Maximum Profit Recovery (Pty) Ltd
(012) 991-8966 (office)
086-682 0510 (fax)
083-2254268 (cell)
Benita@maxprof.co.za
http://www.maxprof.co.za/


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Mark lacey-Smith writes:

Dear Mark

Thank you for your, your Hotel’s and your wonderful staff’s gracious hosting of the INNER Circle meeting last night (and for the wonderful food too). I am an international conference speaker and facilitator and I have to say that the venue and the hosting is the best I have ever experienced anywhere in the world.

A special thank you too to Mohale (the man with the million dollar smile as I call him) who provides the most outstanding service with the most positive and courteous attitude. Your staff are so professional and so attentive and the whole evening was a superb event and experience!

With kind regards
Mike Lacey-Smith
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Linah Meketsi writes:

Hi Trevor

I'm glad I got the last bit of the session and glad to have met people whom I’ll be in touch with very soon. People were sharing and willing to help where they can and that showed me that I was in the right space with the right people.

Thanks for the experience given and thanks for hosting us.

Linah


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Venette Nel writes:

Dear Mark

If something is worth doing – its worth doing it well!!!!! Wow – and you and your staff do not only do it well – YOU DO IT GREAT!!!!!

The venue is amazing– but that is not what impressed me the most. Every company that succeeds does so because of its people – that is without a doubt your winning recipe. Your staff is obviously committed to fanatical attention to detail. What a pleasure to attend a function at such a venue.

Best Regards

Venette Nel
Director
exordiQ Consulting (Pty) Ltd
Tel: (012) 644 2761
Fax: (012) 644 2760
Cell: 082 922 6197


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Lwandile Booi writes:

Dear Trevor

Thanks again for having me last night – it really was a dynamic evening of networking!

I was also impressed with the venue, catering & service - WOW!!! Will definitely be back at the PALAZZO.

I am eager to get our ball rolling..

Kind Regards
Lwandile
VODACOM Business


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Chris Porter writes:

Dear Mark,

First of all a heartfelt thanks once again for your hospitality in providing us with a superb venue.

I cannot stop rambling on about your gracious attitude, excellent service, superb wines and canapés, friendly staff and the list doesn’t stop there.

I wrote previous emails complimenting the PALAZZO and the staff in general, but I am trying to get to know the friendly smiles we always receive, and I am going to start to single out the individuals who make my experience at the PALAZZO a memorable one. If you can take the time to congratulate these individuals, your personnel and a valuable asset I must say, I would appreciate it.

First of all Mohale, a smile I have seen at numerous of our meetings. He is truly an amazing young man and he strives to make the patrons visiting your Hotel his centre of existence, and he delivers on it as well. Thanks for superb service.

Also Stanley with his gracious yet humble manner of treating everyone. He is a fine addition to your staff.

Hopefully I will get to know more of the staff at your hotel and I know I won’t be disappointed.
Kind regards,

Life Preserving Wellness Clinic
SALVAGENTE (Pty) LTD
Chris Porter
Directormailto:Directorcporter@absamail.co.za
fax: 086 616 7019mobile: 072 485 4786
http://www.drugalert.co.za/
Skype ID:chris.porter2


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Nnerina Cooper writes:

Hi Trevor

This was my first meeting with the INNER Circle, I was invited by Susan and I can’t thank her enough. I was a bit negative as I attended several networking sessions before. I did not know what to expect but kept an open mind. I MUST TELL YOU LAST NIGHT WAS PHENOMENAL!!!! I will be inviting other business associates to this professional business forum as we can all benefit from one another. I’m looking forward to working with everyone in the forum for business growth and community development.

TO THE PALAZZO, thank you for making us feel so special. I‘ve used your venue in the past when I worked at MultiChoice and I will certainly recommend you to my existing clients.

Kind regards
Nerina Cooper
Events and PR Solutions
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Carmen Schnider-Kemp:
Dear Mark,

I would like to express my gratitude for the fabulous event hosted at the Palazzo yesterday evening.

The staff serving us after the meeting were not only helpful but each had a wonderful attitude. Their charming smile can only vouch for the exceptional treatment they must receive as employees of the Palazzo. They represented your venue with glamour.

A special thank you to everybody involved in the preparation of the wonderful canapes and snacks. The quality of the people making this banquet a splendid success radiated through the delicacies on offer. Melting on the tongue is certainly an
understatement!
Sincerely
Carmen M. Schnider-Kemp
Simply Divine Parenting
http://divine-parents.com/
honored to be part of the INNER Circle
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Brian Carter:
Hi Trevor

I think the BEST Yet was definitely true - for me personally, for the first time ever, I had not one, but TWO people approach me asking to see me for financial planning. This has never happened before. I believe that people realise that we are at the INNER Circle meetings to talk business, and if there is business to be talked about, let's do business. I also feel that people at the meetings believe in the other people that are there. Perhaps it is me, the way I present myself, the things I say, the environment, the Palazzo! I don't know, but whatever it is, it is working!

Thank-you once again for the opportunity to attend, and to be a part of the INNER Circle.

Thank-you to Mark and his team for definitely the BEST Yet - the wine and canapes were the BEST Yet!

I cannot understand why anyone who goes to the PALAZZO would ever have a complaint. We are there often,and in large groups, and I have never seen anyone unhappy!

Pro's, con's, good, bad...? I can't think of anything other than pro's and good. Well, perhaps a con is that there is never enough time to hear everyone talk for a decent time. But that's why we try to meet with them afterwards during the wine and canapes. So it goes from a con to a pro!

I enjoyed the way people were comfortable during the meeting, comfortable enough to talk openly, ask questions of others who are talking, generally being relaxed in a good business prospecting environment.

Enough from me already ;-) I look forward to the next one.

Best regards

BRIAN