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   Hear some members tell their story! (NEED SOUND)

   05.Jun.08, 21:53 EDT
   
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   WE'VE BEEN PUTTING SMILES ON OUR MEMBER'S FACES FOR ALMOST SIX YEARS!
   

   TURN UP YOUR VOLUME AND LISTEN TO SOME MEMBER EXPERIENCES.
   

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   Take a Listen: Audio Testimonial of Member Fiona Bloom
   Visit Her  in Our Community: The Bloom Effect
   
   

   
   

   Take a Listen: Audio Testimonial of Member Cathy Philbert
   Visit Her in Our Community: Vision Match Event Services
   
   Take a listen:  Audio Testimonial of Member Dorethea Myrick
   Visit Her in Our Community:  Angel Ring-At-Home Service
   

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   Members Rave about Our Events and Membership!

   22.May.08, 11:08 EDT
   
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   "The power of networking is truly evident in Give 'N Take. I learned of the organization through networking and instantly became a member because of the connection you feel when everyone in the room is genuinely seeking connections and not just business cards. I have acquired several new clients and friends and look forward to each Give 'N Take event."

   - Carla Rutledge,Owner and Founder, BoutiqueFiness

   "I was looking for months to find a job in the entertainment industry and everyone knows that it's not what you know, or even how much experience you have, but who you know! I found that person "to know" at one of the Give 'N Take monthly meetings and was able to secure a job at MTV Networks. I'm so glad that there's a way where women can network like this!"

   
   Lasana Smith
   MTV Networks

    

   "Give 'N Take Membership was one of the best investments I made. In the last two years of membership I have seen the power of networking unfold before my eyes. The powerhouse women who make up GNT have helped with new business launches, non-profit fundraising, building brand awareness and providing professional support to one another. I met my business coach through GNT and one of our most active Hiyaah Power members through GNT. Simply put...you "gots to have it." Thank you Simone for all of your hard work and dedication to empowering women across the United States."
   
   Niambi Jarvis
   CEO
   Hiyaah Power.com

   
   "Renewing my Give 'N Take membership was part of my New Year's resolution...but since I couldn't wait to get back to the energy that this networking group exudes, I decided to "come home" early and I'm glad to be back!!"
   LaVerne Newton
   -MTV NETWORKS
   -Sincerely Chores, llc

   "The support that is offered by various individuals has been priceless. Today in this dog eat dog world, it is hard to find people whom you have only met once that will email you just to encourage you or support you by buying your products or services."

   "The online community of Give 'N Take has given me so much support and information!"

   "Give 'N Take is a fabulous resource and a unique opportunity for motivated, hardworking women to share their talents. I have referred many women to this organization and will continue to do so in the future!"

   (Member Survey Quotes)

   "Hi Simone,
   I just wanted to commend you on your event last night. I had a good time. It wasn't as painful as I thought it was going to be. As I told you, I hate networking, but know that I have to do this in order to grow my business. Thank you for making the atmosphere as down to earth as possible. I met a lot of great people who have great businesses and I plan to help them in any way possible. Thanks again!"
   Regards,
   Natalie Benjamin

   
   
   

   "Hey Simone,
   It was a real pleasure attending your event last night. I met a lot of positive women with fabulous entrepreneurial spirit. Those are my kind of girls! I also feel that I made more than a few good connections last night. I'm looking forward to becoming a member. I'll see you at the next event. Keep doing what you're doing, girl! I LOVE it!!"
   Brenda Pullman, Independent Consultant, Passion Parties

   "This was the coolest networking event I have ever been to! It's just like going to someone's house! Thanks again for the evening!"
   
   Sam Tomasello
   Sammiegirl, Designer for Web, TV, and Print

   "I had such a great time last night and made soooooo many 'positive' contacts. The energy in the room was electrifying! I am very happy and pleased that I came out. And I think a large part of it's success is that you know how to make a sis feel welcome. So, thanks for that."
   
   Alon Bennett
   In The Event Planners
   

   

   
   "Dear Simone,
   Making the trip from Philly to NYC to attend the Give 'N Take Networking event was well worth it! I made numerous business contacts, got news that I can really use, and enjoyed the warm and energetic ambiance. The young lady I brought with me was also impressed with the quality of networking that Give 'N Take offers. Keep up the good work! Looking forward to your next event!"
   
   Victoria L. Vogt
   PR NOW!
   Energetic Public Relations & Marketing
   

   "I just wanted to say again - thank you. I had a wonderful time. I will definitely become a member of this awesome group. I have been telling people at my job about your group. Give 'N Take will definitely go far!"
   
   Sabrina Joynes
   Warm Spirit Independent Consultant

   "It was my first time at your networking party and I was pleasantly surprised. I could feel your positive energy all over! I met so many interesting people! All of the people who were working with you were very nice and helpful too. Continue doing an amazing job helping women to network and become more entrepreneurial oriented. It has been an impressive experience for my friend and me."
   Regards,
   
   Bisila Bokoko-Echols
   
   "I encourage you to try to make the next event. It presented a great atmosphere, encouraging people, excellent contacts and a motivational vibe. Simone·all I can say it was EXCELLENT. You definitely have a good thing going!"
   
   Laverne Newton
   Sony Music

   
   "Simone Kelly-Brown is doin' her thing!! President of Gots To Have It, Marketing www.gotstohaveit.com hosted a wonderful "networking event for women who HATE networking." The flavor of the women that we came in contact with were phenominal!! This event was a private affair, in an intimate setting that provided us with an opportunity to shoot the breeze with future colleagues that are movin' and shakin' in various industries. The luv and support and excitement was wonderful!! We met women who are creative, talented, motivated and connected in music, art, culture, marketing, fundraising, health...the list was endless."
   
   Wendy and Daria Petties of SistaConnection

   
   "I originally came to my first Give 'N Take event with no expectations...a clean slate. And among many valuable contacts, I met Tonya Leigh, who will be photographing my wedding this July. I've gotten career advice, wedding advice, found a few spas, and made some new friends. Simone, this event has become essential!"
   
   Jermaine M. Ferguson
   Marketing Coordinator,
   SUNGARD®
   
   "Simone, I applaud you on a WONDERFUL, thought provoking, inspirational, and EXCITING night!!! I never thought I would be so moved!"
   
   Carly Rae
   Singer/Songwriter

   
   
   

   "I had a great time last night! I have already followed up with some of the contacts I made and I just loved the ambience of the evening! It was a comfort to meet young upwardly mobile women like myself in the entertainment/media industry, not only for professional reasons, but also to remind myself that I'm not in this alone. Thanks again and I'll see you at the next Give 'N Take event.

   
   Kara Barnett
   Eyez On The Prize Productions

   "I thought your event was an incredible idea. I went there with no expectations. I found the event to be both uplifting and positive. I hope you keep doing these. I'll bring all my friends."
   
   Katherine Dean

   Dreamhire/Zomba exec
   
   "I booked a party for next month, thanks to my Give 'N Take connections!"
   
   Kim Thomas
   Founder of Tickle Your Fancy Co.
   
   "Give 'N Take gave me the opportunity to meet new people who shared my interests - now I have a partner who meets me regularly at the gym and we support one another's goal of maintaining a healthy lifestyle!"
   
   Rachel Breton
   Assistant VP of Branding and Communications at JP Morgan Chase
   
   
   "Give 'N Take events are a lot of fun and I've met a lot of my clients and friends throught them. Simone Kelly-Brown knows how this world works and what business women need. Everybody is happy to be part of such an amazing network organization. There's nothing like Give 'N Take and Simone is doing great job connecting us and enriching our businesses and personal lives. Thank You Give 'N Take! "
   
   Bianca Zvorc-Kumpel
   CEO Bianca Black Design Factory
   

   "I met Simone Kelly-Brown back in 2003 at a Real Men’s Cook Event in NYC. Simone simply had an aura around her, just a profound goodness that I was drawn to. Simone invited me to a Give n Take Event and I was hooked. I couldn’t wait to spread the word to everyone I met. The book club that I have been in for the last two years was originally started by Simone’s friends. Laverne Newton of Sony Records, I met at a Give N Take event and she provided promotional items for a Talent Show I held. Michelle Newton- Warm Spirit Consultant hosted a birthday party for me, also a member of Give N Take. I’m a currently a volunteer and assisting to open a branch of Give N Take in Atlanta. When I look back now and I see all the friends I have made over the years because of Simone it amazes me that one woman could touch so many lives with such a simple concept. Simone I praise you and all that you do."
   
   Alice Jones
   GNT member
   Atlanta, GA

   "The Give N Take Network is THE BOMB! I just came back from Barbados after a meeting with one of your members of the Give N Take organization a few months back where we bartered a trip to Barbados and staying at their villa in exchange for some promotion/PR....Well— it worked! Had a fab time."
   
   Fiona Bloom
   The Bloom Effect
   (PR company)

   "Good Morning Simone,

   I want to thank you for teaching us the proper way to network. Your style and approach to networking should be taught to every corporate company and maybe they will get more genuine candidates. What you are doing is awesome and keep up the good work. You have an outstanding and professional team. Again, thank you for the opportunity to hear you and I look forward to participating in future networking events."

   Yolanda Dotson