"Bruce's years of marketing expertise and understanding of diverse clients' needs coupled with his ability to connect with the audience make him a true leader in the marketing arena. Bruce is able to get his message across through captivating story telling that people understand, often relate to, and certainly learn from; stories which stay with them long after he has left the room. I can comfortably vouch for you and recommend you for organizations wanting to focus on branding. marketing, advertising, or from our most recent engagement, improving communications and public speaking skills for their executives."
Henry Martinez,
President, Discovery Communications, Latin America/ U.S.Hispanic/ Canada
"We were looking to inspire our marketing organization and ignite their energy to 'think laterally,' and Bruce answered that call! He was the opening guest speaker of our annual marketing summit and he not only delivered on that challenge, but he did so in a sincere, entertaining, educational, and 'real world' way that our team really appreciated. Based on the response of our attendees, we are beyond pleased that we selected Bruce to speak at our summit."
Juan Rovira,
Chief Marketing Officer, Bacardi
"You were the highlight of our meeting! Your subject on the brands was right on and through our survey I am getting great reviews on your presentation."
Alvaro Diago,
Chief Operating Officer,
Latin America & Caribbean, Intercontinental Hotel Group
"Thank you so very much for your amazing contribution to the NSA keynote lab. I loved your model to building your unique brand position, as well as your comments and perspectives."
Kristin J. Arnold,
President, National Speakers Association
"What a great opening keynote presentation! Our attendees were buzzing about it at the conference and well into the next week on Twitter and Facebook. We are in the midst of launching our association's new brand so the timing of your presentation was just perfect! It is very important to us that we give our members and industry partners valuable tools that they can take back to their perspective places of business. We feel very confident that your presentation accomplished that."
Marc McQuaid,
Executive Director
Janet L. Johnson,
Assistant Executive Director
Ohio Travel Association
"The annual convention for DMAI has been over for three weeks and our members are still talking about your presentation. Here are a few select quotes:
- "Entertaining - loved him and the harmonica."
- "Fabulous presentation."
- "Fascinating and very informative."
All this is to say job well done and thank you very much."
Doug Price,
Senior VP of Professional Development, Destination Marketing Association International
"Your presentation and presence at our retreat was the highlight of the three day event. Over the years we have had many speakers with national credentials. With all honesty I can say that you excelled in getting your points across in clear and memorable terms. Your unique ability to involve the whole group was outstanding."
Michael Pappas,
President and CEO, Keyes Corporation
"Thanks you so much for joining us during the Wyoming Governor's Conference on Tourism. You are such a talented speaker...enthusiastic, appropriate, and so skilled in teaching in a very fun and effective way. The attendees loved you and found great value in the messages you shared. I can't wait to hear you again at ESTO!!"
Diane Shober,
State of Wyoming
"For our team marketing summit, Bruce Turkel surfaced with a seminar dedicated to lateral thinking. He had the audience guide the meeting rhythm and content through a 'choose your own adventure' style. This was incredibly engaging and pushed the team to drive the summit and make it their own. Big success!
Bruce speaks with confidence and competence while triggering the audience to build solutions - which worked extremely well across our marketing organization."
Bill Melnyk,
Brand Director, Grey Goose Vodka
"Your presentation on "Building Brand Value" was amazing. Your insightful discussion of the seven points of building brand value captivated the audience and contributed greatly to the substance of our conference program. I heard positive comments about if from my attendees.
Thanks again for your thoughtful presentation"
John C. Murphy,
Executive Director, National Association of Local Housing Finance Agencies
