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Real Estate & Hospitality
“Technology is wonderful and useful in many different ways, but nothing will ever replace a genuine handshake or being able to sit down and look a potential client in the eye while having a meaningful conversation. At Vantage’s International Educational Conference, Deena Baikowitz of Fireball Network made a huge impact on our development team, and had a standing-room only seminar as she entertained and educated our hotel owners about networking opportunities within their communities that will ultimately increase their revenue. We will definitely have to get a much larger room for Deena next year!”
Roger Bloss
Founder, President, CEO
Vantage Hospitality Group, Inc.
“Thank you for designing and conducting the Networking Skills Workshop for our staff earlier this month. Since we frequently interact with a wide variety of parties in our work to promote brownfield cleanup, it is very important for us to consider how we present ourselves and our messages and to practice ways to improve them. Your workshop helped us focus on the importance of making impressions and building relationships. The exercises allowed the staff to discuss the opportunities that networking offers and practice a variety of messaging techniques. Your encouraging feedback ensured that each person left with practical tools and ideas for improving their networking skills. I am very appreciative of your interest in our office and your efforts to help us advance our goals.”
Daniel C. Walsh, Ph.D.
Director
New York City Office of Environmental Remediation
“At emerge212, have been using Fireball Network’s services for several years and we find their experience invaluable to our three business centers and our growing team. Through private coaching and group training, they have helped each staff member understand how to effectively convey our brand not only in what they say, but how and with whom they interact. They also have an incredible ability for creating partnerships, and thanks to Deena’s insight and connections, we recently sponsored a legal industry event, and found new sponsors and committee members for a charitable event. Engaging Fireball Network in any capacity will definitely help you improve your networking skills, connect you to valuable contacts, and maximize your business results.”
James Kleeman
Director
emerge212 “Redefining Real Estate”
Professional Services
“Deena’s workshop with my team got them thinking about networking in a way they never had before and produced lasting changes in behavior that have been a big help to our business.”
Rebecca Sausner,
Director of Content,
SourceMedia Conferences and Events
“I hired Fireball Network when I launched my new travel consulting business, globeDOTTIngTravel. As a corporate real estate finance professional turned entrepreneur, I needed a firm that understood both B2B and B2C marketing, and could help develop a brand with global and local services and clients. Fireball Network’s energy, creativity, enthusiasm, marketing savvy and professional attention made my transition to business owner easier, more focused and more fun!”
Dotti Cunningham
Chief Exploration Officer
globeDOTTIngTravel
“I collaborated with Stephanie and Deena on a networking program targeting young lawyers practicing in the greater New York City area. Not only were Deena and Stephanie wonderful presenters; their creative ideas and management skills made preparing and organizing the event seem effortless. I see these women as the true definition of a “fireball” – dynamic and dedicated, with boundless energy, insights and resources!”
Danielle M. Wanglien, Esq.
Associate
Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A.
“Networking frightens many professionals. Fireball Network and CC Strategies really broke down the basics of relationship-building, and energized my colleagues and I to get out there and start shaking hands! Their practical advice and their positive energy resonated with the crowd. I highly recommend them to all attorneys.”
Lisa Gora
Associate
Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, PA
“Deena is an absolute force of positive energy! Her unwavering support of my ideas and her creative approach to growing my special events business helped me immeasurably. I gained increased confidence to speak about Five Senses Tastings programs and events in front of any audience, and honed my message and marketing materials. Another wonderful advantage of working with Fireball Deena and her team are their targeted introductions to other business owners and to potential clients. I highly recommend Fireball Network’s services to anyone looking to put some spice – and fire – into growing their business in this wonderfully vibrant city.”
Kala Maxym
Founder & CEO
Five Senses Tastings
“Your emergency networking training kicked butt! It completely changed my conference experience. Now I have clear goals, and I’m having fun and doing serious networking.”
Adria Richards
Organic Technology Consultant
But You’re A Girl
“Thanks for the non-stop advice, support and encouragement. You kept me on track and motivated me to reach out to a new market – which I did, and which landed me a wonderful new client. I also enjoy reading about your networking adventures. You’re always out and about, and you inspire me to do the same!”
Louise Egan
Corporate Language Instructor
Learn English in a New York Café
Professional Associations
“I had the pleasure of collaborating with Stephanie and Deena on the strategy and execution of a networking program for the New York County Lawyers’ Association. Nearly 100 young lawyers and law students marveled at their interactive presentation on the “do’s and don’ts of networking”, and came away with a firm understanding on how to work a room. Their creativity is boundless and their energy is contagious. I wholeheartedly recommend Fireball Network and CC Strategies for any association. They are the deans of networking!”
Daniel K. Wiig
Assistant General Counsel, Municipal Credit Union
Board of Directors, New York County Lawyers’ Association
“As chapter president, I launched our new Allied Professionals program with an inaugural gala, bringing together multiple industry associations. Fireball Network provided exceptional strategy to the committee, and guided us on organizing and promoting the event and attracting sponsors. At the gala, the Fireball team delivered a powerful presentation (with a perfect golf analogy) and led a fun exercise that had everyone connecting in meaningful ways.”
Mark Brownstein
President
Financial Planning Association of the Greater Hudson Valley
“Deena is an intuitive networker and communicator. And coupled with her clarity and organization, not to mention her boundless energy and enthusiasm, those skills were just what we needed to make sure we were getting our project off on the right foot.”
Miranda Wilkotz
Strategic Consultant
The Quorum Initiative
“Deena is the ultimate definition of a connector. She recognizes the value and impact of networking, and shared wonderful tools on how to develop an ideal professional network. We were fortunate to welcome Deena as a guest speaker at our Allied Professional Women’s Power Breakfast. We received incredible advice on how to gain the confidence and skills we need to become power networkers.”
Maëlis Mittig
Director of Marketing and Client Relations, Francis Financial, Inc.
Director of Programming, Allied Professional Women
“I had the pleasure of working with Deena and Stephanie on a “How Not To Network” program for our Membership. They delivered a very professional and entertaining presentation which engaged all of our Members and the feedback we received afterwards was very very positive. We will definitely work with Fireball Network and CC Strategies again.”
Toni Valenti
Director of Marketing and Membership Development
New York County Lawyers’ Association
Arts & Entertainment
“I enjoyed your presentation immensely. I think it’s exactly what aspiring professionals and entrepreneurs need. Great meeting you and great work!”
Vincent M. Laspina
Executive Director
Transcend Entertainment
