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Going For Gold International
Dilana Howell, C.E.O.
"“Choosing you to bring your program, Speak Your Truth, to Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban was a wise investment! I’ve never received so much written, positive feedback from attendees to date."
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Harry Paul
FISH! A Remarkable Way to Boost Morale and Improve Results and REVVED! An Incredible Way to Rev Up Your Workplace and Achieve Amazing Results, Co-Author and Author
"Every once in a great while a speaker comes along that is like a breath of fresh air. That's Colette Carlson. Easy to listen to with a very timely, beneficial message."
Executive Women's Network 2007 National Conference
Kimberly Renee, Executive Vice President
"Emceeing a two-day event can be a huge undertaking, but you kept the crowd at the National Association of Female Executives 2007 National Conference engaged, entertained, and energized all while keeping us running on time!
Your participation on the work/life balance panel along with Carol Evans, CEO of Working Mother Magazine and Rayona Sharpnack, founder of the Institute for Women's Leadership provided a well-rounded discussion full of humorous, yet practical advice on how to manage the demands of both work and motherhood.
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Merck & Co., Inc.
Michael Borichewski, Sales Professional & Development Trainer
"Colette took the necessary time up front to understand our organization in order to customize her presentation and connect with our team."
Central California Women's Conference
Susan D. Forrestor, CMP
"Wow, the women loved you at our 18th Annual Conference! On a personal note, I appreciate your willingness to deliver a third program at the last minute for the speaker that took ill. I contacted you first since your sessions had such high registration, and you didn't hesitate to help out. We're excited to bring you back in 2008 as the opening keynote speaker for the 3,000 women in attendance!"
Administrative Professional Conference
Ellen Ackerman, Conference Director
"We'd like to invite you back again to speak at APC 2008 both in the US and Canada. The 2005, 2006 and 2007 attendees loved you! Be prepared to do an encore session again (just like last year) based on popularity and attendance!"
National Association of Professional Mortgage Women
Cindy Byfield, Director of Education
"After seeing you at our 2006 NAPMW Roadshow, "Remarkable Women," I knew you would be the perfect keynote speaker to kick off our 2007 National Convention. Your energy, humor and material was well-received by our attendees, which was reflected by how many chose to attend your break-out session that followed. "
The Escrow Institute of California
PJ Bremer, Conference Chair 2006
"All the feedback I received from your keynote, 'Success Strategies - Become a Sales Star'was over the top! Everyone said it was the best conference we have ever put together, and I know that I have you to thank!"
Bank Iowa
Jon W. Baier, Vice President
"Thank you so much for speaking at our annual Women in Business luncheon. With well over 350 people in attendance, there were many women in the audience who try to balance the overwhelming demands of family and career. Your message on how to say no hit home, and I know many benefited from hearing your message."
Mark Victor Hansen
Co-Creator of the New York Times #1 Best-Selling
Chicken Soup for the Soul Series® and
Co-author #1 New York Times best-seller, One Minute Millionaire
"If your sales team wants to master the fine art of asking rich questions, listen to my brilliant friend Colette."
USG Corporation
Nicole M. Groves, Administrative Coordinator, Sales & Marketing
"After seeing you present at the 2005 Administrative Professional's Conference, our team was determined to bring you to Corporate Headquarters for our 2006 Administrative Professional Day celebration. We loved it so much we had you back again in 2007! You have a gift for making people feel comfortable which gets them to open up and learn. I know that many of us walked away with confidence, skills and desire to grow our careers.""
The State Bank and Trust Company
Kristen Nusbaum, Vice President, Chief Deposit Officer
"Thank you for making our Annual Sales Rally a huge success. Your ability to captivate our 200+ audience with wit and humor made learning enjoyable! Our employees left with a positive outlook, excellent sales tools and newly found motivation to succeed."
Working Mother Media
Janet Wigfield, Director of Programming
"Your Keynote - The Truth about Balance: How to Achieve the Unexpected was very well received at our Working Mother Balance Seekers Event. On a scale of 1-5 with 5 being "excellent," you scored a 4.9 - making you the highest rated speaker of the day! Here are a few comments about your workshop:
“She was fabulous + did a good job of having audience evaluate their own life + situation. I loved her energy, her dynamic delivery and the interactive nature of her presentation.”“Informative and funny!”“Colette was inspiring”“Colette Carlson was awesome. Very dynamic speaker with real life scenarios and actionable recommendations”“Colette’s visual demonstration was priceless!”
I truly enjoyed working with you, Colette, and would be happy to recommend you to anyone seeking a speaker. You go above and beyond the call of duty and you do it in a grace and light-filled manner."
PepsiCo
Laura A. DiMase, Event Chair
"The feedback we received on your "The Truth About Communication" program was absolutely terrific. Your contagious enthusiasm and entertaining style makes learning a pleasure and fun!"
SCORE - Counselors to America's Small Business
Lisa Bentson, Vice President of Women's Programs
"Your presentation "Negotiation Strategies for Success" was a huge success! Your charm and wit kept our audience stimulated and actively participating. Your thought provoking concepts and tips were so beneficial and delivered with such humor and clarity. Thank you!"
2006 Women in Business Expo - Inland Empire
Ingrid Anthony, Event Organizer
"Your topic, 'Yes, I can Say No!' was riddled with humor and the audience was riveted. I can honestly say that you were the favorite speaker at the expo. In addition to getting your message across, the attendees enjoyed your up-beat personality -- you were a hit!"
Siltronic Corporation
Dave Adelman, Director of Sales - North America
"When our team debriefed one month after training, our sales people were still implementing the majority of the skills learned in our session with Colette. Bringing her in to work with our team was a wise investment."
Women's Council of Realtors.
Jean Tietgen, CA State President Elect 2005
"The fun, enthusiastic delivery of your program, Communication Mistakes Even Smart Women Make, exceeded my expectations!"
Florida Bankers Association
Pamela Ricco, Executive Vice President & COO
"When Florida Banker's Association President, Gwynn Virostek, returned from the 2007 American Banker's Association Conference and said, "I found the perfect speaker for our conference," she was right! Your energy, content and humor kept the attendees engaged and laughing. Yet, based on the feedback, you also gave them skills to take back to the workplace and grow their business. Thank you for making this event a success on all levels!"
American Bankers Association
Joanne M. Buck, Associate Director and Conference Manager
"The conference was a huge success thanks to the great job you did with your presentation. I am pleased to report that your program received a rating of 4.75 on the standard ABA 5-point scale!"
Discovery Bank
Margaret Oppliger, Vice President
"Thank you for helping make our inaugural Discovery Women event such a success. Your presentation was informative and entertaining. Laughter is a great stress reliever and you really had them laughing."
Hotel La Jolla at the Shores
Dora Guillen, Director of Sales
"You brought a creative energy that was extremely informative and helpful to our team. Your examples were a true testimonial to our industry, and we will be able to use your informational seminar outline on a daily basis in our workplace. Thank you for being so inspirational."
Women's Small Business Expo 2006
Linda Hollander, Event Producer
"Having Colette Carlson speak on Negotiation at your event is like hitting a home run every time. She is amazing, and Colette brings information, energy and humor to the stage. She was the highest rated speaker at our Expo, and we were honored to have her grace the platform."
International Association Administrative Professionals
Sue Burk, President, California Division
"Your enthusiasm and energy are amazing! I particularly liked how you got us involved with your four easy steps to saying No!"
National Auctioneers Association
Annette Wells, NAA Auxilliary President-Elect 2008
"Colette, thanks again for bringing so much fun and energy to the Auxiliary's 2007 Annual Convention. I do not think that there was one person in the room who could not relate to your message. I truly believe it was a mirror image of each woman there, and each related to what they saw and heard. I am so glad that we had the pleasure to meet you and have you as part of out event!
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San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce
Bill Holman, CMP, Vice President, Corporate Relations
"Our members really enjoyed your lively and idea-packed presentation, "The Truth About Gender Communication." We requested a program that offered practical advice that can be easily integrated into our member's daily routines and you really delivered! Your warm and interactive style allowed you to easily connect with our audience. In fact, a number of attendees commented that they received some great ideas to improve their communication with the opposite gender -- both in their business and personal lives."
International Truck and Engine Corporation
Adrianne Pryer, APF Communications Committee Co-Chair
"After seeing you speak at the 2005 APC Conference, the administrative assistants were so excited to hear that you were coming to share your communication strategies at ITEC's Corporate Headquarters. Thank you, thank you, and thank you for providing another energizing, hilarious and tangible afternoon of fun at our 2006 Annual Administrative Professionals Forum event."
San Diego Financial Women International
Gini Craig, VP/Marketing & Communication, Past-President 2004
"Colette Carlson is dynamite! She is energetic, humorous, and professional....a real show stopper! Her message comes from her heart and is filled with passion. The audience leaves with the tools and inspiration necessary to improve their relationships with others."
Women in Business Symposium
Sheila McDonnell, Event Producer
"Your entertaining style captured the audience and compelled them to listen, think and apply your message. The buzz was all positive, and I'm thrilled we chose you to empower our audience."
American Society of Women Accountants
Brenda Wallingford, President, Orange County Chapter
"Your playful yet powerful presentation, ‘Yes I Can Say No!’ was a healthy reminder of the daily activities women manage to accomplish, and the need to give ourselves the credit we deserve. Watching you dress one of the attendees in all those props kept us in stitches!"
Westport Escrow
Colleen Cantlay, Manager
"I knew when I saw you speak at the Escrow Institute of California's Annual Convention that you were just the right person to bring in-house to inspire and educate our staff. Your mix of sales, customer service, motivation and humor is exactly what we needed."
KMA960/KKBZ FM
Dian Grimes - Hughes, Account Executive
"Wow!! You humored, inspired, and informed the 370+ attendees at the annual Women in Business luncheon sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. I know I took away several positive, "doable" habits I can incorporate in my life, and I thank you for finding such an interesting way to present them."
Cardinal Pacific Escrow
Patricia J. Bremer, President
"Throughout your energized presentation you suggested easy changes we could make in order to increase our business and challenged us to feel more powerful by being specific, clear and concise in our words and actions. You were just what we needed, and we want you to come back again soon!"
Jewish Family Service
Cheryl Alexander, Director of Parenting and Youth Programs
"Thank you so much for delivering the three powerful, inspirational break-out sessions at the 13th Annual Life Skills Conference. You have all the elements of excellence - knowledge of your subject, abundant examples, a sense of humor and involvement of the audience."
USANA Health Sciences
Janice Hobbs, RN Independent Associate
"Colette Carlson is an articulate, thought-provoking speaker. She has launched me on to a wonderful life changing voyage. Every woman should experience Colette personally."
For You Network
Gisella W. Thomas, MBA, Executive Director
"What made your keynote speech most powerful were the personal stories you shared to illustrate what you have personally overcome and to motivate others to be clear, direct and assertive in their daily lives."
Results Seminars; Tom Hopkins Sales Training
Ron Marks, President
"Colette will do the necessary research and preparation to make sure the information is applicable to your business. Watch your productivity and profitability grow after this seminar."
Author of "New Sales Speak" and "Mentoring"
Terri Sjodin, CSP
"Colette's audiences rave about her relevant content and refreshing perspectives. No one will try harder to make your program a success. Colette is a true professional."
Partial Client List:
American Business Women's Association
American Society of Women Accountants - Orange County
Administrative Professionals Conference
American Banker's Association
Allison McCloskey Escrow
Bakersfield Women's Business Conference
Bank Iowa
The Bishops School
The Boeing Company
Cardinal Pacific Escrow
CCS Presentation Systems
Central California Women's Conference
Chevron Texaco
Cisco
Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce - Women's Professional Development Conference
Discovery Bank
Florida Bankers Association
For You Network
Escrow Institute of California
Executive Women Leading the Way National Conference
Exxon Mobil
Georgia Association Chiefs of Police
The Golden Door Spa
The Impac Companies
International Association of Administrative Professionals
International Truck and Engine Corporation
KMA960/KKBZ FM
Limo Digest
Long Beach Chamber of Commerce Women's Council
Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce - Women In Business Conference
Memorial Hospital
Merck & Co. Inc.
Metafacts, Inc.
Morgan Run Resort & Club
National Association for Electrical Distributors
National Association Professional Mortgage Women
National Association of Professional Organizers - San Diego
National Association of State and Local Equity Funds
Results Seminars; Tom Hopkins
Pepsi
Palos Verdes Chamber of Commerce
Reed Smith
PIMCO
Salon Training International
San Diego Financial Women International
San Diego Chamber of Commerce
San Diego Deputy and City Clerk's Association
Siltronic Corporation
S.C.O.R.E. San Diego
The State Bank and Trust Company
Stephen F. Austin State University
TAP Pharmaceutical
Training Evolution
UCSD Medical Center
USANA Health Sciences
University of California San Diego
USG Corporation
Weekenders
Westport Escrow
WomanSage
Women's Council of Realtors
Women in Business Symposium - San Diego
Women's Small Business Expo - Los Angeles, Ontario
Working Mother Media
Y.M.C.A.
Young Women's Spirit of Leadership Conference
National Charity League
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