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| The Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership |
For being a champion of small businesses in Newark...
For putting on a great event - The 2nd Annual Business Plan Competition
I wanted to again extend my compliments for the both the occasion and the
outcome of IFEL's 2nd Annual Business Plan Competition and Mini-
Conference. The day was not only informative and entertaining, but
opportunistic and empowering for anyone interested in and supportive of
urban economic development and entrepreneurship in general. Lives are
changed and enhanced when people of good will come together as they did
this past Thursday. I am proud to play even a small role in what you are
accomplishing in all of these lives.
The adage that "it's not personal, it's business" does not apply in certain
circumstances. For early stage businesses, and those who support their
development, it’s entirely personal. Holding in trust the interests of others
puts us squarely in the "destiny" business, and that's as personal as it gets.
And so, professionally and personally, it is an honor to be in your company
and it was a real pleasure to see how this past Thursday unfolded.
Congratulations and I look forward to what's ahead. Jill, your leadership and
accomplishments far exceed the laudatory and well deserved compliments
of so many this past week.
Jerry Masin, Principal Advisor
CompasScale
Good morning, I hope this email finds you well. I was one of the judges
yesterday for the business plan competition and as I did not get a chance to
formally introduce myself to you yesterday, I wanted to take a moment now
to let you know that I absolutely loved the event yesterday and was very
happy to provide what assistance I could in the form of being a judge.
Every one of those finalists yesterday is on a great path to success and I
firmly believe that that all comes from the hard work, devotion and belief that
originates from their own well being in addition to all the dedication you
provide to them through the IFEL organization as well. While someone
obviously had to be a winner yesterday, as far as I'm concerned, I did not
see a single loser from yesterday's competition.
As the business plan competition is going to be an annual event, I would
very much like to provide whatever type of assistance you would need on an
annual basis as well. In fact, in speaking with Vinnie Blazewicz yesterday, I
had already mentioned to him that I would love to come back next year and
be a judge again.
Thank you again for a terrific day and I wish the best of luck to all the finalists
yesterday
Best Regards,
Jason L. Canter, Financial Advisor
Wachovia Securities, LLC
I really wanted to congratulate you on running a successful event. I came in
at the very end but from what I saw you did a really great job putting it all
together! Thank you for the opportunity to serve as a judge on the capital
match presentations. It was a nice experience.
Jasmine Cordero, Managing Director
Rutgers Business School Newark & New Brunswick
The Center for Urban Entrepreneurship & Economic Development
Thanks Jill for the invitation to such a comprehensive entrepreneurial event.
Keep me informed about how BPNA can partner with IFEL in the future.
Remember, I have millions of dollars to lend but not any small business
applicants. Understand, at this time, there is a wealth of opportunity for your
entrepreneurs to obtain financing through BPNA.
Thanks again!
Kimberly N. Taylor, Branch Manager
Banco Popular
I just wanted to say thank you for your continued effort in assisting
entrepreneurs like myself. I enjoyed the event immensely and I look forward
to a continued relationship. Thank you again. I hope you did take a moment
to relax today as you mentioned.
Kenesha Brathwaite, Founder
Indigo Bleu Events
Finalist, 2nd Annual IFEL Business Plan Competition
First, I just wanted to thank you again for all of your hard work and passion
that goes along with helping entrepreneurs achieve their dream.
Yesterday's conference was awesome in that it allowed me to break
through in many areas of personal and business development. Secondly, I
wanted to make you aware in our new informational website, TBBbookstore.
com , which also has IFEL as a business link. I neglected to mention the
site during my presentation, but it was listed on our marketing materials at
yesterday's event. Thanks!!!
Ellis J. Still, Founder, President & Chief Executive Officer
Tinellis L.L.C.
Experiential Christian Retailer & Service Provider
Finalist, 2nd Annual IFEL Business Plan Competition
What a great day yesterday. It was really nice. You should be proud of what
you are building and the people you are helping.
Robert O'Donnell
Silver Lining Custom Tailors
Empire State Building
I've heard from several sources that you had an AWESOME event yesterday.
Congratulations!! Well done.
Jeffrey A. Robinson, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor and Assistant Director
Center for Urban Entrepreneurship & Economic Development
Rutgers Business School
I loved the entrepreneur conference today. I graduated with a Master's
Degree from NJIT and was on the Alumni Board of Trustees. As a Board
Member I put on many events including networking events and yours was
definitely the best one I've been to.
Gary Spivak, Producer
Will It Play
Yesterday’s event was terrific! Well done!
W. Hope Player, CPA, CFP, CVA
The Arcadian Group, LLC
It was a lovely event and a very nice location. Thank you for inviting us to take
part.
Steven W. Ross, Ed.D.
Technical Assistance Coordinator
Center for Non-Profit Corporations
For putting on a great event - The 2nd Annual Business Plan Competition
I wanted to again extend my compliments for the both the occasion and the
outcome of IFEL's 2nd Annual Business Plan Competition and Mini-
Conference. The day was not only informative and entertaining, but
opportunistic and empowering for anyone interested in and supportive of
urban economic development and entrepreneurship in general. Lives are
changed and enhanced when people of good will come together as they did
this past Thursday. I am proud to play even a small role in what you are
accomplishing in all of these lives.
The adage that "it's not personal, it's business" does not apply in certain
circumstances. For early stage businesses, and those who support their
development, it’s entirely personal. Holding in trust the interests of others
puts us squarely in the "destiny" business, and that's as personal as it gets.
And so, professionally and personally, it is an honor to be in your company
and it was a real pleasure to see how this past Thursday unfolded.
Congratulations and I look forward to what's ahead. Jill, your leadership and
accomplishments far exceed the laudatory and well deserved compliments
of so many this past week.
Jerry Masin, Principal Advisor
CompasScale
Good morning, I hope this email finds you well. I was one of the judges
yesterday for the business plan competition and as I did not get a chance to
formally introduce myself to you yesterday, I wanted to take a moment now
to let you know that I absolutely loved the event yesterday and was very
happy to provide what assistance I could in the form of being a judge.
Every one of those finalists yesterday is on a great path to success and I
firmly believe that that all comes from the hard work, devotion and belief that
originates from their own well being in addition to all the dedication you
provide to them through the IFEL organization as well. While someone
obviously had to be a winner yesterday, as far as I'm concerned, I did not
see a single loser from yesterday's competition.
As the business plan competition is going to be an annual event, I would
very much like to provide whatever type of assistance you would need on an
annual basis as well. In fact, in speaking with Vinnie Blazewicz yesterday, I
had already mentioned to him that I would love to come back next year and
be a judge again.
Thank you again for a terrific day and I wish the best of luck to all the finalists
yesterday
Best Regards,
Jason L. Canter, Financial Advisor
Wachovia Securities, LLC
I really wanted to congratulate you on running a successful event. I came in
at the very end but from what I saw you did a really great job putting it all
together! Thank you for the opportunity to serve as a judge on the capital
match presentations. It was a nice experience.
Jasmine Cordero, Managing Director
Rutgers Business School Newark & New Brunswick
The Center for Urban Entrepreneurship & Economic Development
Thanks Jill for the invitation to such a comprehensive entrepreneurial event.
Keep me informed about how BPNA can partner with IFEL in the future.
Remember, I have millions of dollars to lend but not any small business
applicants. Understand, at this time, there is a wealth of opportunity for your
entrepreneurs to obtain financing through BPNA.
Thanks again!
Kimberly N. Taylor, Branch Manager
Banco Popular
I just wanted to say thank you for your continued effort in assisting
entrepreneurs like myself. I enjoyed the event immensely and I look forward
to a continued relationship. Thank you again. I hope you did take a moment
to relax today as you mentioned.
Kenesha Brathwaite, Founder
Indigo Bleu Events
Finalist, 2nd Annual IFEL Business Plan Competition
First, I just wanted to thank you again for all of your hard work and passion
that goes along with helping entrepreneurs achieve their dream.
Yesterday's conference was awesome in that it allowed me to break
through in many areas of personal and business development. Secondly, I
wanted to make you aware in our new informational website, TBBbookstore.
com , which also has IFEL as a business link. I neglected to mention the
site during my presentation, but it was listed on our marketing materials at
yesterday's event. Thanks!!!
Ellis J. Still, Founder, President & Chief Executive Officer
Tinellis L.L.C.
Experiential Christian Retailer & Service Provider
Finalist, 2nd Annual IFEL Business Plan Competition
What a great day yesterday. It was really nice. You should be proud of what
you are building and the people you are helping.
Robert O'Donnell
Silver Lining Custom Tailors
Empire State Building
I've heard from several sources that you had an AWESOME event yesterday.
Congratulations!! Well done.
Jeffrey A. Robinson, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor and Assistant Director
Center for Urban Entrepreneurship & Economic Development
Rutgers Business School
I loved the entrepreneur conference today. I graduated with a Master's
Degree from NJIT and was on the Alumni Board of Trustees. As a Board
Member I put on many events including networking events and yours was
definitely the best one I've been to.
Gary Spivak, Producer
Will It Play
Yesterday’s event was terrific! Well done!
W. Hope Player, CPA, CFP, CVA
The Arcadian Group, LLC
It was a lovely event and a very nice location. Thank you for inviting us to take
part.
Steven W. Ross, Ed.D.
Technical Assistance Coordinator
Center for Non-Profit Corporations
