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Friday, October 28, 2011

Showcase Speaker Profile: Cary Hall

Vietnam veteran, heath insurance expert and nationally syndicated talk show host Cary Hall is next in line for our 2011 Kansas City Speakers Showcase!!!

As a family man, a veteran and a hard working entrepreneur, Cary's passion and vision is to keep America strong by protecting and improving our national free market system, particularly in the health insurance industry. That is achieved by truly meeting the needs of families and small businesses and strongly opposing government run national health care programs. Cary does both.

Today, as the President of Benefits by Design and host of the Health Insurance Advocate Show heard on Missouri and Kansas radio stations, Cary is leading a charge to educate and empower Americans to take control of an essential aspect of their lives... health and financial protection within the commercial sphere - and just as important, avoid a government run train wreck known as national health care. How? By making you, the consumer, aware of your affordable options.

His most requested topics include: The 2014 No Pre-Existing Requirements from The Federal Patient Protections and Affordable Health Care Act, How Will the Insurance Marketplace Change?, Specialty Benefit Programs, and his Radio Presentation Program.

See Cary Hall and many more at our showcase on November 3rd!

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Tom Flick: FIVE STAR Showcase Speaker Profile

Less than a week to go until the FIVE STAR Speaker Showcase and we are all thrilled to not only see an amazing group of speakers, but to meet our clients as well! Have you registered yet?? You can do so for FREE here (hint, hint!).
Our lineup continues with the very in demand Tom Flick!

Tom’s exceptional ability to communicate clear business solutions with humor, wit and razor-sharp insight is why he is in such high demand. Tom Flick is a former Rose Bowl Champion, Pac-10 Conference “Player of the Year” and successful NFL quarterback for seven seasons. Since 1989, he has delivered over 3000 presentations, to a who’s-who list of clients that includes Starbuck's, Microsoft, American Express, Boeing, Ritz-Carlton, Shell Oil, Hallmark Cards, NASA and the US Army Rangers to name just a few.

Personally, Tom addresses over 100,000 men and women each year on high performance strategies for leadership, teamwork, change, and personal growth. His passion for raising more effective leaders is achieved by his unique gift to connect with the listener’s heart as well as their head.  

His most highly requested topics are: 'At the Heart of Leadership' (Leadership, Vision, Sales, Communication) and 'Get to Your "Go" Side' (Change, Sales, Customer Service).

See Tom Flick and many more at our showcase on November 3rd!

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FIVE STAR Showcase and Networking Event Just Days Away!

Happy Friday to everyone!!!!!

It's hard to believe the FIVE STAR Showcase is just days away!!!

Have you registered for our upcoming Kansas City Speaker Showcase? There is still time to register and you may do so HERE!

If you are attending, we are happy to announce that our networking reception directly following our showcase will benefit Kansas City based community food network, Harvesters!

The reception is also FREE to attend, we just ask you to help us donate to Harvesters and metro-area families for the holidays.

Please bring canned goods and boxed food to entered into the raffle, which will take place during the reception. You may enter up to 5 times with 5 cans/boxed food you donate.

WIN exciting prizes from our sponsors or even a chance to win a NEW Kindle Fire!! We appreciate you helping the community!

Win Raffle Prizes From Some of Our Amazing Sponsors:



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Monday, October 24, 2011

Showcase Speaker Profile: Jonathan Edison

Our FIVE STAR Speaker Showcase is right around the corner, have you signed up yet? Tickets are selling out fast-- sign up now... http://kc2011showcase.eventbrite.com/ !!!

Up next in the lineup is Jonathan Edison--M.Ed., a talented teacher and motivator with the proven ability to inspire. Using a combination of life experiences, education and old-fashioned high-wattage charisma, Jonathan empowers his audiences with success-centered strategies that not only help them through difficult times, but rebound to even greater heights.

Jonathan knows what it takes to bounce back from adversity. Born into poverty in Detroit--Jonathan's mother was removed from their home due to drug and alcohol dependency at the age of five. Three years later his father moved out. He was raised by his grandmother until she passed away when Jonathan was only 13. His high school years were spent living in the basement of his aunt's house, working full-time as a dishwasher at a restaurant so he could pay $50 a month in rent. Not surprisingly, he graduated from high school with a GPA of 1.63 and completed his first year of college with a GPA of only 0.86 before dropping out.

With the odds stacked against him, instead of submitting to failure Jonathan found the strength, determination and resiliency to rise above his circumstances. Caring mentors helped him realize he was worthy of success and he went on to complete four college degrees in Education and Leadership Supervision.

His most popular topics include 'How to Stay Motivated in Challenging Time', 'Tough Times Don't Last', 'Tough People Do', 'Change Makes Cents', and It Takes Teamwork to Make the Dream Work.

See him live at our speaker showcase on November 3rd at Bacchanalia!

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Oscar Winner Charles Ferguson Available for Speaking Engagements

Charles Ferguson is the writer, director and producer of two of the most critically acclaimed films in recent history.  His first feature documentary, No End In Sight: The American Occupation of Iraq, takes a comprehensive look at the Bush Administration's conduct of the Iraq war.  Released in 2007, it was nominated for an Oscar and won a special jury prize for documentaries at The Sundance Film Festival. 

His second feature length documentary, Inside Job, takes a closer look at the shocking truths behind the economic crisis of 2008, and what brought about global financial meltdown.  Narrated by Matt Damon, the film was released in the fall of 2010, after being screened at the Cannes Film Festival and the NY Film Festival. It went on to receive the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature that year.

Ferguson is currently working on his next film about Wikileaks founder Julian Assange that will be released by HBO Films.

Ferguson is available for speaking engagements.  For information regarding fees and availability, contact the FIVE STAR team here: fivestar@fivestarspeakers.com | http://www.fivestarspeakers.com/ | 913.648.6480 

 

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

From Mashable: Facebook Friend Count Linked to Brain Density...

The more friends you have, the more dense your grey matter?
I have 700 friends, and apparently, a fairly dense brain according to the study.

http://mashable.com/2011/10/19/facebook-friend-count-brain/

Showcase Speaker Profile: Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald


Comedian and entertainer Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald has background that ranges from numerous tours as a bouncer with The Rolling Stones, The Who, and The Police, and a 25-year career in veterinary medicine that named him "Specialist of the Year in Private Practice" in 2006, Fitzgerald also has over 20-years of performing as a professional stand-up comedian.

 Kevin Fitzgerald is a true renaissance man who is perhaps best known for his 10 seasons on the popular Animal Planet TV show, 'Emergency Vets'.  Kevin's passion for making people laugh is surpassed only by his unwavering dedication to all creatures great and small. He believes it is a great privilege to be in a position where he is able to pursue a dual career doing work that he truly enjoys.

As a comedian, Kevin has opened for such diverse and legendary performers as Bob Hope, Diana Ross, The Temptations, and The Neville Brothers. Despite maintaining a busy practice at Alameda East Veterinary Hospital in Denver, Kevin performs to rave reviews at nearly one hundred corporate and fundraising events annually and is in very high demand as a host, guest speaker, and lecturer at universities and veterinary conferences across the country. He believes that laughter is an incredibly important part of everyday life, and that nobody could ever laugh too much.


We are pleased to have Dr. Fizgerald at our FIVE STAR Speaker Showcase in Kansas City on November 3rd.

Our showcase is FREE to attend and Space is filling up fast --to learn more, go HERE!


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Up at Bat: World Series sized Speakers..

Ahh October baseball, the favorite of many. While the Cards take on the Rangers in the 2011 World Series, you can't help but look back at some of America's baseball greats..who just happen to be amazing motivational speakers.

Jim 'The Rookie' Morris-who made a promise to the high school team that he coached that he would try out for Major League Baseball if his team won the District Championship, just happened to sign a professional contract with the Devil Rays organization at the age of 35.  While the subject of the award winning Disney film 'The Rookie', Jim is an accomplished speaker who is particularly good at weaving the needs of his customers into his presentation and works hard to please his customers. He receives standing ovations wherever he goes.

A school teacher by trade, Jim is a lovable storyteller who captivates and inspires others to step up and change their lives. His signature program, 'Never Give Up on a Dream', inspires those about second chances in life and overcoming obstacles.

More on Jim can be found here.

Jim Abbott, is a former Major League Baseball pitcher, who played despite having been born without a right hand. He played for the California Angels, the New York Yankees, the Chicago White Sox, and the Milwaukee Brewers from 1989 to 1999.

Those who have hired Jim Abbott to speak will tell you what a truly motivational keynote speaker he is. His style of speaking is humble and humorous. He shows your audience, employees or members of your association how to overcome obstacles and difficulty. He is a living example that disability does not define you, but rather your ability.

Motivational speakers can lift and inspire your team. Those who are a living example of overcoming adversity, like Jim Abbott, are the best at bringing the message into the hearts of the listener. His messages use many sports anecdotes, but is 100% appreciated and loved by even those who are not sports fans.

For information regarding both of their   fees and availability, contact the FIVE STAR team here: fivestar@fivestarspeakers.com | http://www.fivestarspeakers.com/ | 913.648.6480 

 

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Good Reads: Five Rules for Entrepreneur's on Building Strong Connections

Thought this was a great read from Entrepreneur.com! 
'The Five Rules for Building Strong Connections', http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/220441  imakes sense. Everyone knows that networking is important, but how so? For new start-ups the network they create is critical.

Make a real connection, reach out to people, and build relationships.

Who's in your Entrepreneurial Circle of Trust?

Showcase Speaker Profile: Marilyn Sherman

The FIVE STAR Speaker Showcase lineup continues with Marilyn Sherman, who is not only an author and inspirational speaker, but is known as the go-to motivational speaker in the food service industry... helping people get out of their comfort zone and get a front-row seat in life!


Increased sales, more personal accountability for success and ignited positive energy are just some of the benefits that audiences have received after hearing a motivational keynote from Marilyn Sherman. If you want your audience to take more responsibility and have more passion to increase their productivity, Marilyn is the speaker for you.

In addition to delivering a high energy motivational keynote, Marilyn has a full 90 minute high content breakout session on reducing conflict in the workplace. After hearing Marilyn do her opening keynote, you can be sure her breakout session will be filled. One client has nick-named her "SRO" for "Standing Room Only" as her sessions always fill up fast. 

Sherman will be at our FIVE STAR Speaker Showcase on November 3rd, will you???!

FREE to attend. Space is filling up fast --to learn more, go HERE!

Monday, October 17, 2011

Speaker Showcase Networking Reception to Benefit Harvesters

Have you registered for our upcoming Kansas City Speaker Showcase? There is still time to register and you may do so HERE!

If you are attending, we are happy to announce that our networking reception directly following our showcase will benefit Kansas City based community food network, Harvesters!

The reception is also FREE to attend, we just ask you to help us donate to Harvesters and metro-area families for the holidays.

Please bring canned goods and boxed food to entered into the raffle, which will take place during the reception. You may enter up to 5 times with 5 cans/boxed food you donate.

WIN exciting prizes from our sponsors or even a chance to win a NEW Kindle Fire!! We appreciate you helping the community!

Win Raffle Prizes From Some of Our Amazing Sponsors:

           

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Showcase Speaker Profile: Joel Comm

Next in the FIVE STAR Speaker Showcase lineup is Internet entrepreneur, mobile expert, social media strategist, software developer, New York Times bestselling author and international speaker (whew!),  Joel Comm!

The leading authority on new media marketing tactics, Joel's current specialty is using social media such as Facebook and Twitter to help companies market their brand. He has also created top-ranked mobile apps, including the most talked about iPhone app of all time. Not just another social media expert, Joel has been building profitable and cutting-edge Internet ventures since 1995.

Joel is the bestselling author of The AdSense Code: Stories from the World's Most Successful Entrepreneurs, and Twitter Power. He has appeared in The New York Times, on Jon Stewart's The Daily Show, on CNN online, on Fox News, and many other places.

His most requested topics are:
  • Social Media Success
  • Twitter Power
  • Seven Keys to Success
  • iPhone and Beyond
  • How to Get Google to Send You Money
We can't wait to watch him deliver!

***Remember! The FIVE STAR Showcase is November 3rd and FREE to attend.  Space is filling up fast --to learn more, go HERE!


Friday, October 14, 2011

Showcase Speaker Profile: Steven S. Little

Second in our FIVE STAR Showcase line up is Steven S. Little, who is not only an amazing motivational business speaker, but author of such best-selling books “The Milkshake Moment: Overcoming Stupid Systems, Pointless Policies and Muddled Management to Realize Real Growth” and "Duck and (re)Cover: The Embattled Business Owners Guide to Survival and Growth" approaches organizations that he speaks to as a self-described 'Ignorant Outsider'. 
Steven just happened to stop in our offices on his Midwest road trip back in August for a 'little' lunch and learn (read all about it HERE).

Steve's will be showcasing 'Own Your Opportunity: Proven Growth Initiatives in the Age of Uncertainty'  as the leading authority on proven growth strategies for 21st century businesses organizations and communities.

Remember that the FIVE STAR Showcase is FREE to attending and space is limited!
REGISTER NOW!

For information regarding his fees and availability, contact FIVE STAR here: fivestar@fivestarspeakers.com | http://www.fivestarspeakers.com/ | 913.648.6480


Thursday, October 13, 2011

Showcase Reminder: Fairfield Inn Room Block Rate Expires Tomorrow 10/14

Just a reminder to all of our out-of-town clients who are or who are thinking about attending our showcase... our room block at the Fairfield Inn, which is conviently located next door to our showcase venue, Bacchanalia) expires tomorrow, Friday, 10/14.

Make your room reservations  by 4pm CST tomorrow to get the $94 room rate (our room block is under: FIVE STAR).

HOTEL ROOM BLOCK:

Hotel: The Fairfield Inn & Suites

Address: 12440 Blue Valley Parkway · Overland Park · Kansas · 66213

Phone: 913.338.3600

Room Block: FIVE STAR Speakers & Trainers - $94/night

Room Rate Expires: Friday, October 14, 2011

**Standard Double rooms with 2 double beds or Studio Suites offering 1 king bed with more space, hide-a bed couch, mini fridge and microwave. Complimentary Breakfast buffet Served daily. Indoor pool and whirlpool with Sun deck. State of the art exercise facility, Guest Laundry, In-room hair dryers, iron & ironing board and coffee maker. Free high speed internet access. Non smoking hotel Group rates for November 2-3, 2011

See you there!!!

FIVE STAR Speakers & Trainers Announces Its Partnership With The Pro Football Hall of Fame

FIVE STAR Speakers & Trainers is pleased to announce the launch of their partnership with the Pro Football Hall of Fame as being the exclusive and official speakers bureau for the Hall of Fame.

The Pro Football Hall of Fame has developed a new program that allows organizations to have three Hall of Famers address their audience at their conference or corporate function.   "The Hall of Famers will be grouped by position, class induction year or by team,” said George Veras, President Pro Football Hall of Fame Enterprise, “so you could have a Washington Redskins panel with Joe Gibbs, Darrell Green and John Riggins."  This is the first of many new initiatives that Enterprises will launch in response to strong public demand to see and have access to members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

 The speakers will be supported with a multi-media video screens and interactive format where audience members will be able to ask the Hall of Famers questions on topics including motivation, leadership, team building, risk management and communications.

 FIVE STAR Speakers & Trainers is one of the country’s leading speakers bureaus for athletes, celebrities, keynote speakers, and trainers.   With more than 23 years and over 18,000 events in their experience, FIVE STAR’s clientele is vast, ranging from Fortune 100 companies to non-profits, governmental agencies, associations and educational institutions, nationally and internationally.

For information regarding the Pro Football Hall of Famers availability, please contact FIVE STAR Speakers & Trainers here: fivestar@fivestarspeakers.com | http://www.fivestarspeakers.com






David Deboy: FIVE STAR Showcase Emcee

Our FIVE STAR Speakers Showcase is just around the corner (November 3rd) at the Bacchanalia Event Space in Overland Park, KS. The event is FREE to attend if you are a meeting or event planner and space is filling up fast! For more info on registering, go here!

That said, David Deboy just happens to be first up as our Showcase Emcee!!

A burst of energy and humor, David gets your attendees on their feet as a team builder, motivational speaker and emcee! David doesn’t just speak – he gets your attendees involved.

David's rare combination of show-business and real business brings expertise to live events as a Communicator, Team builder, Emcee and General Troublemaker. Buckle your seat belts, David will deliver a burst of energy and humor that brings any audience to their feet!

He entertains and enlightens at the same time, allowing his audience to laugh while they learn. And he has such a wealth of material and know-how that many organizations bring him back year after year to speak and Emcee their conferences.

His most requested topics are Team Fun-damentals, Star Performers, Direct to the Top, Star Communicators – the Breakout Session, and Energizers: DeBoy’s DeEmCee.

We can't wait to see what he delivers for our Speaker Showcase!!!

For information regarding his fees and availability, contact FIVE STAR here: fivestar@fivestarspeakers.com | http://www.fivestarspeakers.com/ | 913.648.6480

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

From PR Daily: 99 Ways to Improve Business Communication

I'm in lurve and simply amazed at this list of 99 Ways to Improve Business Communication...just posted by PR Daily.

The list, which includes such commonsensical things as... 'speak and write clearly' (#4) and 'know when to speak up and shut up' (#24) to such awesome ideas as 'write your blogs consistently so people can gain insight into your expertise, experiences, and personality' (ehem gang, #37)  and (#98), 'be the fountain, not the drain.'

Print or bookmark, stat.

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Jim Collins Announces New Book

Ten years after 'Good to Great', award winning author and speaker Jim Collins, and his publisher HarperCollins, are excited to announce the publication of Jim's next major work. Based on nine years of research, it answers the question: Why do some companies thrive in uncertainty, even chaos, and others do not?

'GREAT BY CHOICE: Uncertainty, Chaos, and Luck—Why Some Thrive Despite Them All', distinguishes itself from Jim's prior work by its focus not just on performance, but also on the type of unstable environments faced by leaders today. Jim and coauthor Morten Hansen identify what leaders must do to build a truly great enterprise when faced with big, fast-moving forces they can neither predict nor control.

The new book hit the shelves October 11th, 2011.

While Collins is a must-sought after speaker, Jim continues to conduct rigorous research while maintaining an active teaching schedule with leaders in the corporate and social sectors.

For information regarding his fees and availability, contact FIVE STAR here: fivestar@fivestarspeakers.com | http://www.fivestarspeakers.com/ | 913.648.6480 

Monday, October 10, 2011

7 Conference Functions Leveraged by Social Media

Great post from the jeffhurtblog:

7 Conference Functions Leveraged By Social Media,  


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Good Read: Bo Fishback on Zaarly

This http://www.siliconprairienews.com/2011/10/guest-post-think-you-have-the-next-big-thing-5-questions-to-ask-yourself  is a great read about Bo Fishback-- CEO of KC based Zaarly (and who just happen to be our downtown incubating partners), his start up, and the idea of macro-trend next big thing.

The interesting entrepreneurial dream and concept of Fishback, in which a real-time buyers market exists.. (you want a good or service or vice-versa, you post and Zaarly members respond) is taking 'the next big thing' to the next level.

Buzzing through Zaarly, you'll find everything from someone who needs a piano moved from their upstairs apartment (they'll pay you $100) and someone who needs help with filing, to a person looking for an iPad and much, much, more.

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Friday, October 7, 2011

FIVE STAR Speaker Showcase 11/3/11

It's hard to believe it is less than a month away, the FIVE STAR Speaker Showcase! We have an amazing line up, a day full of food, fun and even a happy hour reception afterward!! Who could miss that?

Come and preview 16 keynote speakers and corporate entertainers in one amazing event.

The FIVE STAR Speakers Showcase will be held at the Bacchanalia Event Space, in Overland Park, Kansas.

FIVE STAR Speakers Showcase Event Lineup:

  • Registration & Breakfast: 7:45am-8:25am:
  • SPEAKERS SHOWCASE: 8:30am-4:30pm
  • Client Appreciation Reception & Networking Happy Hour: 4:30pm-6:30pm

The cost is free to attend, and you may register here: http://kc2011showcase.eventbrite.com/

Chip Bell: 'Wired and Dangerous' Review

Speaker and best selling author Chip Bell (who will also be closing the FIVE STAR KC Speaker Showcase on November 3rd), just had a great review featured in the current issue of 'Customer Service Excellence' magazine.

'Wired and Dangerous: How Your Customers Have Changed and What to Do About It'  is his newest book, with John R. Patterson, and is currently on the Inc. Magazine top 25 best-selling books. It was the #1 best-selling customer service book on Amazon.com.
We look forward to his showcase program, 'Innovative Service - Strategies for Creating Growth and Bottom Line Impact' and had a great time with him a few weeks ago on our weekly speaker call.

Chip has a heart as big as Texas, and he'll tell you that with his Texas sized accent!

For information regarding his fees and availability, contact FIVE STAR here: fivestar@fivestarspeakers.com | http://www.fivestarspeakers.com/ | 913.648.6480 

Eric Bailey Available for Speaking Engagements

Who is Eric Bailey? He is a speaker, a mentor, a visionary...and an inspiration to all that meet him. Eric is the leading authority on understanding and stimulating human potential for individuals, businesses and organizations. This translates to greater productivity, enhanced individual well-being and a much improved personal life plan and vision. Eric's compelling techniques have worked for some of the world's largest multinational corporations, including Nike, McDonald's, Toshiba and Canon.

If you are looking for a great motivational speaker for your next event, Eric is currently available from 12/13/11-01/31/12 and is offering two programs--one geared toward speakers, the other, for corporations.

For information regarding his fees and availability, contact FIVE STAR here: fivestar@fivestarspeakers.com | http://www.fivestarspeakers.com/ | 913.648.6480 

Thursday, October 6, 2011

RIP Steve Jobs

As word spread last night of Steve Jobs untimely death, we undoubtedly all agree that we had all lost an ultimate leader in technology, a creative genius  and a true visionary.

We thank Mr. Jobs for the hard work and dedication he gave to the ever changing tech world, all of which would not have the same . Jobs not only raised the bar but set the mark.

One of my favorite quotes from Jobs: 'You have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future. You have to trust in something -- your gut, destiny, life, karma, whatever. This approach has never let me down, and it has made all the difference in my life.' He talks about it in  this 2005 Commencement Speech at Stanford: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UF8uR6Z6KLc&fmt=18

See his most memorable quotes from Mashable: http://mashable.com/2011/10/05/steve-jobs-quotes/

Apple plays tribute: http://www.apple.com/stevejobs/

From the Huff Post: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/alison-van-diggelen/steve-jobs-what-makes-it-_b_997447.html

In tribute, I'm working on my iMac all day.  

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

KCADC Annual Meeting Features Bill Taylor

KCADC's (Kansas City Area Development Council's) annual meeting will feature a keynote by Fast Company Co-Founder and Author of 'Practically Radical', Bill Taylor.
The meeting will be held on November 4th, at the Grand Ballroom at the KC Convention Center.

Taylor is an agenda-setting writer, speaker, and entrepreneur who has shaped the global conversation about the best ways to compete, innovate, and succeed. The arrival of his new book, Mavericks at Work, promises to once again change how companies and their leaders navigate a fast-moving world and devise strategies that win in the marketplace. Mavericks is an inspiring and effective collection of next practices that amounts to a business plan for the 21st century.

Bill has published numerous essays and CEO interviews in the Harvard Business Review, and his monthly column, "Under New Management," ran in the Sunday Business section of The New York Times.

For more about Bill Taylor and information regarding his fees and availability, contact FIVE STAR here: fivestar@fivestarspeakers.com | http://www.fivestarspeakers.com/ | 913.648.6480 

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

FIVE STAR Fiscal 2011 Success

We just got back from our annual FIVE STAR fiscal luncheon at Nick and Jake's in OP (thanks, Steve!).
As many of you know, it was a great year here at FIVE STAR--a year of growth, opportunity and success. We've worked with some great clients, had amazing showcases and have worked with some of the greatest professional speakers on the planet.

A huge shout out goes to Account Executives Julie Homsey (who also celebrated her 10th anniversary with FIVE STAR), Brittanny Kreutzer, and AE/Public Relations Director, Charlotte Raybourn as 2011's top salespeople (one, two, three, respectivally).

We want to thank everyone who has made 2011 such a huge success and are looking forward to an even bigger 2012!

GO TEAM GO!

Michael Bergdahl's New Book, 'The Sam Walton Way'

Michael Bergdahl is a professional international business speaker, author and turnaround specialist.Bergdahl worked in Bentonville, Arkansas for Wal-Mart, as the Director of "People" for the headquarters office, where he worked directly with Wal-Mart's founder Sam Walton. It was Sam Walton who gave Bergdahl the nickname, "Bird Dawg"!

Previous to Wal-Mart, Bergdahl worked in the FMCG Industry for PepsiCo's Frito-Lay Division in the sales organization and headquarters staff assignments. He's an experienced turnaround specialist who has participated in two successful business turnarounds at American Eagle Outfitters and Waste Management.

His new book,  'The Sam Walton Way, 50 of Mr. Sam's Best Leadership Practices', EBook was published on October 1 entitled and it is now available online at Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Bergdahl is available for speaking engagements, for information regarding his fees and availability, contact FIVE STAR here: fivestar@fivestarspeakers.com | http://www.fivestarspeakers.com/ | 913.648.6480 







Sir Richard Branson on Social Media

Social media has taken the world by storm, but how many organizations do it right? Do they keep the content clear and fresh or is their last blog post from October or 2009?

Sir Richard Branson, godfather of all things cool--early adopter and genius behind Virgin EVERYTHING has a lot to say about his own Twitter, Facebook and even Google+, which Branson minds himself and are not only super active, but extremely personal.

From hashtags to ampersands, Branson does it up right.

Read this great interview from Mashable. http://mashable.com/2011/10/04/richard-branson-interview/

Sir Branson is available for speaking engagements, for information regarding his fees and availability, contact FIVE STAR here: fivestar@fivestarspeakers.com | http://www.fivestarspeakers.com/ | 913.648.6480