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Sales Power Keynote and Seminar
The feedback from the financial advisors who attended the presentation was excellent. You captured their attention and held it to the end using humorous anecdotes and left them with good practical advice, which could be easily incorporated into their practice. ~C. Jenner Cowan, Vice President Business
Development Performa Financial
“Please accept my sincere thanks for a wonderful training session – three weeks later people are still commenting on the learning’s – everyone who attended, from the novice to the experienced salesperson benefited from your ‘field smarts’ which where coupled with excellent course content”
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Jocelyn Jenkyns, Director Marketing & Event Sales
Victoria Conference Centre
“As a professional writer and speaker, I never truly believed I was in sales – that is until I took your workshop. ...I not only realized that I am a sales person, I discovered I had the makings of a good one. ... I am convinced that the increase in signed contracts is directly attributable to your workshop. “
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Julie Ferguson, Author and Professional Speaker
“We had a full interactive session where the team received training on the sales process, closing sales, and balancing the expectations of potential clients. Our experience has left us with NO reservation to use Lane Consulting in the future as a way to fulfill our sales training needs”
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Janet Carson, Vice President Visitor & Member Services
Tourism Vancouver
“I would like to thank you on behalf of Redken Laboratories for the fabulous presentations during the two days of the Toronto ABA. As you know, the class format used was a " very bold new approach" to teaching at such a large convention and thanks to your unlimited talents I feel safe in saying the Redken stole the show. Just as a matter of interest, 15,000 attended over the two days. It set an ABA record. I am looking forward to the future shows we will be doing together across the country.”
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Paul Theo, National Sales Manager
REDKEN Canada
Taymor Industries “You engaged our sales team and challenged us to think critically about our selling process. I especially appreciate, being direct and forthright, asking questions, and shutting up to listen. I now use this every day!!!”
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Peter Thomson, National Accounts Manager
Taymor Industries
“You emitted a great deal of energy this past weekend - and you must have a good feeling of satisfaction - because I know I do. Speaking is an art and as we discussed, but the most important and the best part of your talent is that you don’t speak to the audience, you have an incredible talent of being part of the audience! The incorporation of humanism involved your participants to the point of being to touch and appreciate a common experiences”
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E. Willis, Executive Director
Allied Beauty Association
Communications
“I would like to express our thanks for the excellent learning session that contributed to the success of out Professional Development event – feedback from our participants evaluations rated your session highly, with comments like ‘animated and engaging’, ‘very informative, ‘insightful and fun’ “
~D. Evans, CMC Professional Development
Canadian Association of Management Consultants
“As a leader, he has a strong presence (he is totally himself) and has a high
level of integrity with the material he presents. His dry British humor is inviting and charming with his ability to establish trust and rapport he builds strong relationships with his audience.”
~Karen Grey, Graduate Manager
Context Associates.
Geoffrey’s content and delivery was equally powerful. Geoffrey is
a natural keynote presenter who can immediately connect with is audience and intuitively adjust his presentation.
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L. Leontowich.
Learn to Thrive Conference Edmonton
“I am writing to congratulate you on your tremendous presentation at the International Seminar. Geoffrey, your talent continues to grow and impress all of us. Therefore, John and I thank you very much for your outstanding contributions to the success of the international FASHIONJAZZ .” Warmest personal regards,
~Paula Kent Meehan, Chairman of the Board
REDKEN USA
“On behalf of The Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers, I would like to thank you for your excellent presentation. Your contribution to GIC was an important factor in making it a success and I appreciate the time and effort you committed to our event”
The Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers
“The challenge was to entertain us and educate us on the value of using stories to enhance our communication skills. Geoffrey easily met the challenge. His presentation was the perfect windup for our 3-day conference. Our delegates left on a high note, filled with renewed enthusiasm for the spoken word. When we receive comments like “Geoffrey’s speech went by so fast” and “Are you sure that was 45 minutes?” we knew we had selected the master of communication skills. When people enjoy listening to you for 45 minutes and ask for more, all I can say is “does it get any better?”
~Conference Chair
Toastmasters
Consulting & Communications Training
“Geoffrey, you played an important role in defining the people, and the place we believe will be an unparalleled host of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Thank you Geoffrey for your part in creating 4 days of sheer magic”
Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Bid
“Inspiring”, “Incredible depth of knowledge and experience”- just some of the comments - He subtly and effectively blends communication principals with understanding what audiences want to gently and effectively increase our manager’s effectiveness”
London Drugs Limited
Geoffrey you are the quintessential professional. This was apparent from the start of discussions on your engagement. Three words come to mind in our dealings with you, they are proficient, prepared and prompt. You do what you say you will do, and you helped us adapt our presentation to our specific needs, ensuring success. It has been our privilege to benefit from your valuable insights and you have truly helped us make a success of our CN bid.
Peter Armstrong,
President
CEO Rocky Mountaineer Vacations
In addition to the presentation training, the advice and counsel you have provided to our senior executives (either in a small group or in an individual setting) has been extremely valuable. Over the past few months, many of our senior management have had the opportunity to utilize the public speaking skills garnered from you sessions. From my observations, the difference in their organization and presentation style has been most impressive.
~Diana Barkley, Director Public Affairs,
Methanex Corporation
I was very impressed by your professionalism and your demonstrated ability to come in to a process in the later stage, quickly assess where you could add value, and produce results! Geoffrey, as a consultant and speaking coach with specific Olympic insight and expertise, you helped us adapt and refine our presentation to a level that the TELUS Team was very proud of. Thank you for your insights. It has been a pleasure working with you.
~Rob Cruickshank, Executive Vice President
Telus
“In his gentle yet challenging and persuasive manner, Geoffrey captured the group’s attention and brought out the best in everyone. His solid knowledge of presentation skills combined with his sense of humor, made it a fun and valuable learning experience for all, even the most anxious participant!”
Sandwell Engineering
“The feedback from the sales and administrative staff who attended the workshop was excellent. They shared my opinions regarding both the valuable content of the program and the outstanding presenting techniques taught and exemplified by Geoffrey"
Volvo Penta Canada
“It's been a few weeks since our management retreat, and our impressions have been very positive. In fact, we still refer to the material in our day to day discussions. We refer to the each other's traits, chuckle a little, and nod in understanding. Our team seems to have lightened up and, we are managing to keep our cool and inject humor through the day.”
~Keith Tsukishima Director of Operations
Holiday Inn
“…a first class program that encompasses so much more than public speaking skills. We intend to include your seminars as part of our on-going training initiatives…”
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Art Reitmeyer President & CEO,
BCTV
“Geoffrey was able to put forth his message in ways that made our people completely at ease, while at the same time leaving the participants with a greater sense of team. ‘Inspiring’ ‘Incredible depth of knowledge’ ‘made me feel completely at ease while learning’ … are just some of the comments London Drugs Limited heave heard”
London Drugs Limited
In the session I attended he created a very supportive environment that enabled us to progressively build our confidence and skill so that by the end of the workshop, no matter what level we each started at, everyone felt they had made significant strides. I highly recommend Geoffrey Lane and his programs, and look forward to working with him in the future.”
~Karen Willis Employee Development
Lehigh Northwest Cement Limited
Vancouver BC ~ Sacramento California USA
I just wanted to drop you a line to express my thanks for the time you spent with Entercom, Inc in Seattle. I found your presentation to be immensely helpful on many levels; not only does the training apply to professional presentations, but lends it to personal situations as well. I am interested in pursuing the sales training program. If it is anything like the presentation training I know that it will be incredible useful in my professional life…”
KMMT, Entercom Inc.
Seattle, WA USA
"Geoffrey shows great depth on the subject of presentations. He consistently offers practical and timely advice and strategies that are contemporary and encourage presenters to be themselves. Authenticity is what makes a great radio guest and it’s what Geoffrey teaches through his workshop and books.
~Bill Good
CKNW Radio Station
Great Canadian Gaming Corporation: Geoffrey, where were you five years ago? I’ve spent that long refining my presentation and public speaking skills.. Geoffrey, you truly understand not only how to speak, but also - and perhaps more importantly - how to get people to listen. Thank you so very much.
~Anthony R. Martin President & COO.
Great Canadian Gaming Corporation
“It is a pleasure to write this letter of support for Geoffrey X. Lane. Geoffrey worked with UBC Executive Education at the Sauder School of Business as an instructor in 2 different programs: Presentation Power and Sales Talk. Geoffrey's seminars were consistently highly rated.”
~Katherine Bright, Assistant Dean & Executive Director
Sauder School of Business, UBC