Testimonials

 

 

My name is Juergen Schlueter - Universal Sourcing, Inc

The GBCF facilitated to open my own Business

Finding the right Partners and financing to establish your Own Business can be difficult and trying

Personally I have found the right Partners thru the GBCF and together we operate a successful Import & Export Business

Being a Member of the GBCF through networking also friendships develop which can lead to successful and profitable partnership.

A connection made and Friendship gained by being a Member of the GBCF.

 

 

My name is Norbert Rigendinger -Monopolize Marketing

The GBCF Membership helped me to reduce my taxes! Trying to sell a pleasure boat is a frustrating endeavor.

At a monthly GBCF meeting I talked to Fred Gruen from the American Institute of Marine Studies about my problem.

After a brief inspection of my boat he came up with an immediate cash part for a deal that also gave me additional tax deduction opportunities for $140,000.00. I liked the proposal and the boat was sold.

Needless to say, without the GBCF I am sure I'd still have to spend money on maintenance and hope to find a serious buyer.

This is just one example how membership in GBCF can benefit, in running my own marketing business I have good reason to recommend to all my clients and friends the GBCF as an excellent business and networking platform.

 

Thomas J. Rice- Regional Marketing Manager

Since I joined the German Business Council of Florida in November of 2002, I have met many wonderful and interesting individuals. I have use many of the members companies for their services and have never been disappointed. I recommend this organization to all of my friends and would recommend this organization to anyone that wants to increase their revenues through our networking functions.

My name is Andrea Lawton

My experience in meeting the German Business Council of Florida has been a knowledgeable one. Besides knowing they are very interesting and intelligent people, they showed me how to have fun. I have learned a lot through them and gained an excellent work opportunity. Thanks to some of their contacts, I have retained a position @ my company working closely w/ individuals that will help further my career. I can't thank each and everyone of them enough for all they've done for me

 

My name is Jay Ghanam

Joining the GBCF from the very first moment was an excellent boost for our company. Making new connections, where we've successfully achieved many proyects this year, thus increasing and expanding our business venues.

My name ist Heinrich von Oettinger

I have been a member of the German Business Council of Florida since the time of its inception. In this time I have not only developed excellent business relations, but also developed great business friends and personal friends through the Council.Because of its diverse activities, one is able to develop many profitable business relations.The monthly mini-seminars with their diverse themes are very well organized. They are short, precise and down to the point. They are never boring.Through their outreach activities across the Atlantic, the GBCF allows the American business person to develop meaningful connections to Europe. Vice versa European business people are able, through the club, to develop a foothold in the American market.I sincerely recommend the German Business Council of Florida as a first contact to every business man as well as private person that wishes to expand his business, or wants to establish a new business venture here in the US.

 

My name Wolfgang Moll (Commercial Div. Manager of RAINSOFT)

Our Company subscribed to the membership of G.B.C.F beginning this year, and we have been attending all meetings ever since, establishing new contacts each time! We would like to congratulate Gerd Ludwig for his excellent job to bring Business-People together.

My name is Jorg Hruschka

Recently a business associate and friend asked me how my affiliation with the GBCF has affected my personal and professional life. First I thought: what a strange question. But on closer reflection, I realized that my participation in GBCF activities has deeply enriched and in some instances really changed my life on both levels. Maybe I should begin with the impact on my personal life. I was born and raised in Germany and came to South Florida in 1981 at the age 17. Life has always been a great adventure. Ultimately I realized that there is a significant cultural difference between the American and German attitude and way of thinking. This is especially true when it comes to the concepts of integrity, commitment and doing what you said you are going to do, doing it right and on time. I do have to admit that I succumbed to the relaxed South Florida life style and the “manana” attitude. Being a participating member of the GBCF and associating with fellow German business owners has helped me to reconnect with the important value systems of timeliness, precision, dedication, honesty, commitment and reliability that has been such a strong part of my European upbringing. Over the years I have made great friends here who live by these values and conduct business the same way. However, the most significant impact has been the superb quality of presentations that have been featured during the monthly meetings. As an example, a presentation done by Cynthia Greenwalt-Cerevalt two years ago about “quantum networking” has changed my life. It took my understanding and commitment to nurturing both personal and business relationships to a new level. Also the recent marketing presentation by Brian Gibson has really influenced my thinking and networking with members has created a multitude of new business relationships and exciting opportunities. Therefore, I am looking forward to be a contributing participant in the GBCF, because it has enriched my life in so many subtle ways. I invite anyone to come to the monthly meetings and to become an active member of the GBCF and consequently part of the vibrant German business community. The bigger the game, the greater the gains and you cannot win, if you do not play.

 

My name is Anja Weinberg, Wellness Consultant

At the German Business Council of Florida not only have I found a great way for networking, but it provides the perfect balance between business and fun. I have introduced many friends and business associates to the GBCF.

We are the team of USA Realty Consulting, Inc.

Being a member of the GBCF was a crucial business decision, helping increasing the number of customers we have. Our professional service of Tax, Business and Real Estate advice was used by the experience and competent members of the GBCF. The German Business Council of Florida is one of the leading business councils in the greater South Florida area. We are honored to be part of this great organization