TESTIMONIALS

“Absolutely fantastic and inspirational. Thank You. This information is priceless”
Rebecca Goodman, The Leukaemia Foundation

"Richard's business development and corporate partnering training is outstanding. He provides one with much to consider, skills and practical know how which is life changing and makes a huge difference in how one operates"
Christopher Wainwright, Adelaide Youth Orchestra

“As a result, we have some new partners on board who are very excited about the opportunities that MIFF presents their brands with” Read full testimonial
Emma Merrigan, Melbourne International Film Festival

"As a gifted facilitator, Richard's ability to keep the group focused on desired outcomes and on solving problems has ensured that our planning sessions are very effective in developing strategy and actions to help achieve our ambitious fundraising targets"
Shanthini Naidoo. Taronga Zoo

"Richard offered a cohesive and strategic solution to facilitate the exchange and discussion of ideas and challenges within our business.  We now run workshops for our offices in Australia and UK each year that provide invaluable insight required for management to retain staff, plan solutions to problems, and exchange new ideas for the future"
James Pegum CEO Parrimark Technology

“Richard’s sponsorship sales training helps you focus on the real needs of potential partners. No matter what level you are at, he brings great insight and will lift you to a new level. It’s made a real dollar difference to our business"
Sean Pickwell, Waterfront Entertainment Marketing

 "The training was both practical and inspiring with many attendees returning to their businesses and immediately rearranging their entire approach"
Kimberly Chisholm, Outback Queensland Tourism Authority

"I have been using your advice like a bible. I have met with 17 of the corporate sponsors we had on board. Half have doubled their sponsorship. So thanks"
Margie Ryder, Dirt and Dust Festival

"Richard’s coaching, mentorship and skill set are invaluable to an organisation wanting to grow and understand the corporate sector and their drivers” Read full testimonial
Deborah Willcox, NISAD Schizophrenia Research

“Having done the training course with Richard we achieved immediate results when approaching new sponsors”
Michael William-Kelly, Single Market Events

“I would certainly never have won this award, nor have been so successful in this field, without your guidance”Read full testimonial
Paul Richards, Australian Volunteer Coast Guard

“Easily the most beneficial, relevant and dynamic workshop I have been to”
Ben Cox, Brisbane Legacy

 “Excellent – Thanks Richard. I’ve been in this game a while, but still have taken many things away to make me more successful”
David Furniss, The Leukaemia Foundation

“I have attended other sponsorship seminars but this was far and away the most valuable and relevant”
Gary Henshall, Parks and Leisure Australia

“The workshop was fantastic and I look forward to attending others in the future”
Lisa Nicolle, Hardware Association of Queensland

"I saw Richard's seminar at the FIA conference in Perth and knew immediately I had to attend the all day workshop” Read full testimonial
Tarnya Van Driel, Asthma Foundation of SA

"I have told many friends/colleagues how great and useful the course has been”
Anthea Jackson, Taronga Zoo

“The training was both practical and informative and will enable Northcott to raise significant amounts of money in the not for profit arena. (Richard’s) training skills were exemplary and I thoroughly enjoyed the training”
Mathew Brine, Northcott

“I cannot emphasis too strongly that your efforts have been greatly appreciated by us” Read full testimonial
Paul Richards, The Engineering Link Group

“It is the finer points that Richard teaches that make all the difference” Read full testimonial
Katherine Beget, ClubsNSW

“As a direct result of the marketing strategies which were developed during your consultancy visit we have achieved immediate positive outcomes which have exceeded our initial expectations and performance targets”  Read full testimonial
Noela Ward, Booringa Shire Council

 “Fantastic. Great interaction between us and the trainer. Really valuable content. Professionally presented. I’d highly recommend to anyone."
Jenny Wright, National Gallery of Australia.

“Overturned our previous approach. Opened up new territory of research, method and process of our approach”
Lyn Conybeare, National Gallery of Australia

 "Terrific content which I am sure will assist us in refining how we offer opportunities to corporates. Fantastic”
Bernadette McNamarra, Musica Viva

 “Very useful, applicable, empowering and clearly delivered. Good notes which will provide a great reference”
Hannah Penman, Musica Viva

“I came today with high expectations on what I would take away. You have excelled in every regard. If you think you are doing things right, hold that thought until you have worked with Richard”
Ken Bates, NSW Department of Education and Training

“Very organized, experienced and committed. Richard really knows his material from both sides and has integrated all elements into a total package”
Louise Marcroft, NSW Department of Education and Training

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