“This seminar exceeded my expectations both in content and
the opportunity to network with other marketing leaders.
I left the meeting with not only valuable ideas that stretched my thinking,
but also practical information I have already applied
in my own business. I'll be back next year!”
Justin Lewis, Vice President-- Strategic Marketing, Circuit
City
“I haven’t attended a retail conference in several years.
They just weren’t serving my purpose. But this conference looked
promising from the minute the first invitation arrived in the mail.
Several times I considered canceling, but I kept thinking this one
could be different. It was everything I thought it might be and more.
The speakers were world class and actually helped me more clearly
formulate my thoughts on some critical issues facing today’s
retailers. It proved to be two of my most constructive days on the
job in a long time.”
Debra Edwards, Senior Vice President—Marketing, Elder-Beerman
Stores
“I just wanted to drop you a note on behalf of Abitibi Consolidated
to tell you how pleased we were with the conference. Considering
the late start and the uncertain economy, the Retail Marketing Institute's
inaugural conference can only be characterized as a "homerun"!
Congratulations to you for pulling this off. The effort, skill and
enthusiasm you put into this were clearly in evidence in every aspect
of the conference. From the venue in Tucson, to the size of the group,
the fantastic roster of speakers and the excellent balance of content,
to the networking opportunities and fine food, everything was planned
and executed to perfection. We couldn't be more thrilled with the
outcome and the promise of greater things to come. You can count
on Abitibi's enthusiastic support in 2003.”
Breen Blaine. Corporate Vice President, Abitibi
“A short note to thank you. Through your efforts, this RMI
forum turned out to be an incredible success. Thank you for inviting
Kelly and I to the first RMI Forum. We hope to be included in all
future meeting plans of all future RMI forums and gatherings. What
Kelly and I have learned from this Forum will not only help some
of our ongoing marketing and operational issues but will help to
move our company to the next level. We have made many friends and
developed many business relationships with the greatest business/marketing
minds from across the country. Partnering and learning from the best
is and always has been a winning formula.”
Vic Cotton, Senior Vice President—Chief Operating Officer,
Petland Superstores Canada
“Great Start, particularly in this economy!”
Scott Harding, Chairman & CEO, Newspaper Services of
America
“I just want to congratulate you again on pulling of a really
great marketing summit. Not only were the speakers first rate but
it was very obvious to everyone how much time and effort you put
into their presentations. Everything about the conference was first
class; from the limo ride from the airport, the hotel, the meals
and even the recreation. Everything was first rate and well worth
my time and energy. Congratulations and I can't wait for next year.
I also want to congratulate your staff on paying attention to all
those details.”
Ernie Speranza, Senior Vice President-- Marketing, Intl.,
Toys R Us
“My expectations were exceeded for this inaugural event. The
schedule was well conceived and the agenda and presentations held
the proper balance. I would like to stress the issue of balance.
We are all being challenged in our professional endeavors and will
always benefit from industry insight but this event was distinguished
by the perspectives shared with regard to the issues surrounding
our lives outside the professional setting. The quality of the presenters
was the key! The speakers were insightful and were able to connect
with the audience. Congratulations again!”
Joe Kuhn, Senior Vice President—Sales, American Color
Graphics
“I thought everything went very well from the program to the
social activities and accommodations. Everything was well planned
and I think everyone felt they were treated first class. You did
a great job of putting this together and I know everyone is looking
forward to doing this again next year. Once again, congratulations
on a job well done!”
Phil Schneider, Executive Vice President-- Marketing,
Pier 1 Imports
“Thanks again to you for a memorable retreat. Great organization
and line-up, and I believe you surpassed expectations for a first-time
event. Congratulations--I'm already looking forward to next year.”
Alex Safos, Marketing Manager- Retail/Wholesale, Bearing
Point (formerly KPMG Consulting)
“First, let me thank you for the invitation to this year’s
conference. I found it very enlightening and quite valuable. You
and your staff did an awesome job in managing this event. We conduct
several large scale meetings each year and I know what it takes to
pull them off. The extra touches were appreciated. Can’t wait
for ’03 Forum! Kudos to you and your team!!!”
Dan Griffin, Marketing Director, Pearle Vision
“I thought the entire Forum was outstanding and I felt very
privileged to be included. I wanted you to know how successful I
felt this first meeting was. You and your staff did a wonderful job.
Thanks again.”
Thomas Curran, Vice President—Advertising, Haverty’s
Furniture
“Thanks for everything you did to make the first Institute
sooo successful.”
Kathy Doyle Thomas, VP-- Marketing & Development, Half
Price Books
“We had a great time and enjoyed the speakers, the topics
and the opportunity to visit with other retailers. We have passed
on other conferences before because they are either set up for vendors
to have access to retailers or they are just retailers that have
been successful and are patting themselves on the back. Great job
and we will definitely be back next year.”
Casey Ramm, Vice President—Marketing, Academy Sports & Outdoors
“This was one of the best conferences I have attended in years.
The conference was so very well organized. It is obvious that a lot
of preparation went into the planning of the event and that is why
it was so successful. Congratulations to you for an exceptional conference.
If RMI was a restaurant, I would rate it a 5 star!”
Carl Main, Director of Advertising, Academy of Sports & Outdoors
“An excellent effort and most enjoyable event! I did not want
it to end!”
Terry Laughlin, Vice President—Sales & Marketing,
Univision
“Outstanding success for first year effort.”
Sonny Nardulli, President & CEO, Black Dot Group
“I found the size of the conference to be refreshing, the
content relevant and my fellow attendees inspiring.”
David Skinner, Director of Marketing, Wilsons Leather
“Excellent beginning. Overall eclectic, but focused.”
Ed Carroll, Executive Vice President—Marketing, Carson
Pirie Scott
“Great job coordinating the event-----it seemed as if everything
went very smoothly. Congrats on a job well done!”
Katy Cross, Vice President, Midwest Region, Lifetime
Television
“I wanted to drop you a quick note to personally thank you
and your staff for the outstanding job you all did in preparing and
taking care of us while in Tucson. You have laid the foundation for
what I believe will be a great annual event.”
Jack Leary, Retail Client Executive, Acxiom
“The conference was very well coordinated and content educational.
In fact, among the conferences that I have attended this year, RMI
ranks among the best. Congratulations to your team for a great job.”
Michael Ross, Group Director of Marketing, Meijer, Inc.
“I just wanted to congratulate you on an excellent conference
and to say thanks for all of your efforts.”
Mike Draver, President, Wetzel Brothers
“You hit a homerun! If you can replicate this event next year,
you will be equally successful.”
Charlie Stuart, Senior Vice President—National Sales,
Univision
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