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Newsflash - January 2010


 

Looking ahead

 

Suddenly that magic year we have all been talking about and looking forward to is upon us....2010. I still remember where I was when the announcement was made that South Africa would be hosting the 2010 World Cup. My daughters and I were having breakfast in a busy shopping mall anxiously awaiting the announcement when a cheer went up and then continued to reverberate around the whole mall. It was a really spine tingling feeling.

 

I am sure that along with the excitement and the buzz of the World Cup each one of us will experience some speical times this year. Whether its actually attending a game, or entertaining international guests, or just lounging on the couch watching the beautiful game, I am sure that you will be making some special memories.

 

As far as business is concerned, we were all expecting to make our fortunes this year. The economic downturn might be slowly receding, but I think everyone is still playing a wait-and-see game. But don't let that be a reason not to plan the best conference ever. At Speakers of Note, we have some wonderful speakers and entertainers who can walk the talk, inform, entertain and bring home the right message to your delegates all within the constraints of your budget. Why not give us a call to assist you in planning the best conference ever?

 

'Til next time,

 

Jenny

 

News from the world of SoN

 

Congratulations to Patricia Glyn

 

Tricia has been invited to speak at the World Economic Forum 2010, which takes place between 27 Jan and 1 Feb in Davos, Switzerland.  This is a by-invitation-only meeting of the world’s top business leaders, politicians, thinkers and media and it is a tremendous privilege to give a presentation to this august group.

She will be presenting her talk "Footing with Sir Richard's Ghost" which is a unique conservation story garnered from the expedition, having walked with a 142 year old diary in her hands and able to witness, literally step by step, the terrible destruction of our sub-continent since her ancestors came through here, but a wink of an evolutionary eye beforehand.  The angle of the presentation can be summarized as ‘walking the green talk’ and it has proven itself to be an entertaining but thought-provoking way of encouraging audiences to address their personal culpability in the environmental melt-down we now face – principally through the way we eat.

 

In April Patricia will be in the USA to address the New York Explorers’ Club and the Boston Travellers Club.

 

Speakers

 

Soccer mania

If you are thinking of entertaining your clients, conference delegates or colleagues with a soccer star, Speakers of Note has an agreement with an international sports talent agency and are able to bring you a host of soccer stars before, during and after the World Cup. Soccer personalities like David Seaman, Jamie Redknapp, Graeme le Saux, Tony Adams , Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, Ali McCoist, Terry Butcher, Ian Rush and Kevin Keegan could be available for appearances in South Africa.

Give Neil a call on 012 259 0091 if you are interested in hearing more.

Of course we also have our very own South African soccer stars too - Gary Bailey and Marks Maponyane, not least amongst them.

 

Dr Anton - make 2010 your healthiest year yet!

Dr Anton Janse van Rensburg is a practising medical doctor who takes his audiences on an exciting journey of discovery regarding health, longevity and well-being! He presents with enthusiasm and ample energy, making sure that no person leaves his talks without some life-enhancing motivation!

 

Bonita is Rebelliously Good

TV Presenter, motivational speaker and celebrity MC, Bonita G is best-known for her trademark “Rebelliously Good” stance that connects with audiences and offers fresh perspectives on life. Bonita G is a seasoned adventurer, always on a quest to explore and share the exciting, the kind, the positive, the fun and the good in people and places, ideas and entertainment. Her passion is discovering and communicating better ways of being in the world – where we are “Enough” – happy enough, successful enough and abundant enough.

 

Bonita is offering Speakers of Note clients special discounts on her G Rebellion talk until the end of February


International speaker Tony Allessandra

Tony Alessandra will be in South Africa briefly in February so make use of this opportunity to have him address your company.

 
Dr. Alessandra was inducted into the Speakers Hall of Fame in 1985 and has been recognized by Meetings & Conventions Magazine as 'one of America's most electrifying speakers.' His programs get across practical information - with a lot of entertainment and snap - so people can grasp it, remember it, and use it. Dr. Alessandra is a widely-published author with 17 books translated into 49 foreign language editions, includingThe Platinum Rule, The Power of Listening, and 10 Qualities of Charismatic People.

 

Link to Dr Alessandra's demo video

 

Entertainment

 

Magic, music and laughter - you can have it all.

 

Ilan Smith

Magician Ilan Smith wants you to have the best year yet and has offered a special discount to Speakers of note clients:

He says: "This year we hope for the end of the recession and the promise of more success in both business and personal goals. With this in mind – I’d like to help both you and I in reaching these goals. As you plan your next private party, awards ceremony, VIP evenings or special function keep this in mind: Bigger, Better, Magical! For any events quoted and booked by the end of February 2010, I will be giving a 20% discount off my usual charge. Consider it a New Year’s Gift to you :)

 

P.S This goes for Trade Shows, Conferences and Infotainment bookings too.

 

Laurie Levine and Thabang Noosie Jazz Duo

 Offer your 2010 clients uniquely South African entertainment                                          

                                   

Introduce your overseas visitors to African melodies and rhythms 

A soothing cross-over repertoire of swing-jazz classics and African Jazz standards 

Poignant vocals accompanied by intricate and rich guitar melodies 

 

This sophisticated duo is ideal for easy-listening background music at any function