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"What can I say? Your words of praise and encouragement to our young enlistees (and their parents) were nothing short of AMAZING. But what most people didn't see, as I could because I sat next to the podium, was the passion in your eyes as you spoke from your heart. Rest assured, my dear friend, they will remember and carry your words with them for a very long time and, perhaps, through a few very challenging times while on active duty." - Dr. Kenneth E. Hartman - Founder and Director ”Vince Papale brings an enthusiasm, passion and energy to each and every crowd we’ve presented him to. His story is both inspirational and motivational and leaves every group he speaks with uplifted.” "Your speech filled our attendees with renewed enthusiasm for the importance of helping kids hold fast to dreams!" - Christina Milano National College Access Network: “Thank you again for speaking to the PDE members at our annual business meeting last week. As you know we’ve had some pretty big names in the past but everyone agreed that you and your talk were by far the best. You have a great story to tell, and I know it should help everyone who hears it with their life and all of its potential problems.” “On behalf of the entire team at Breakfast Club America of Philadelphia, we would like to thank you for your energizing presentation at our “AM” Breakfast. We received wonderful feedback about you and your presentation and sincerely appreciate you being our featured guest speaker.” - Joleen S. Jaworski, Director of Business Operations, Breakfast Club America “How can we ever thank you enough for your kind and generous gift of telling your story to our 168 cadets. To get a celebrity of your stature is both an honor and a thrill.” - Colonel Carson Holman, AUS “I wanted to let you know, I received so many positive remarks regarding your presentation. Everyone loved it.” Vicki Laviolette "Once again, thank you very much for coming to Texas A&M University. Both programs were excellent and we are hearing great feedback from some of the 800+ students you spoke to. Your message was right on target, and we really appreciate the encouragement you gave to our students. Undoubtedly, this will remain a very memorable event for many of them!" - Lynn Barnes, Jr. - Director of Special Programs, "What can I say but thanks so much for sharing you, your family and "It was a pleasure working with you on this event. Thanks so much for "I just wanted to extend my sincere thanks for agreeing to speak at Bishop McDevitt last Friday. I thoroughly enjoyed your presentation, and reviews from everyone I spoke to - teachers and kids - have been universally positive. I know Lisa Ford and the gang from McDevitt could not have been more pleased. I did just check out your web site and it is very cool - certainly both informational and attention grabbing. Best of luck with the movie and the continued success we all certainly hope continues to come your way. Thanks so much again!" "Your voice mail has been a huge hit, I've been in interviews all morning and when I got out I had 22 voice mails from the team. All of them were screaming, firing it up and thanking you. I appreciate it, again shows why you are so special." Michael P. Loftus, Senior Vice President - "I spoke to Judy Bogue this morning and as you know, they loved you! I am very grateful for the opportunity to work together and my sincere thanks for making us look good, as I knew you would. "I wanted to tell you that every time I have a doubt or a hard day I think about what you are all about. I think about the speech you made for us at the Burlington County Chamber of Commerce and how inspiring it was. I think about all the challenges you have overcome in your life. It picks me up and makes me refuse to give anything less than my absolute best. I just wanted to Thank You for being such an inspiration." "Vince Papale's story doesn't end with NFL football; he's really an everyday guy who's repeatedly beaten long odds to take full advantage of life's opportunities. His story illustrated to us that people can still realize their dreams through persistence. You can't always win against long odds, he said, but you can always stand up and take your best shot. He advised our members to give 110% and to expect to succeed. If you don't make it, he said, you can still walk away with your head held high. There's no shame in losing, he said, only in not trying and in not striving to do your best. He connected with his EBMA audience. Our organization's members gave him a standing ovation." - General Dynamics- Electric Boat Company, Groton, CN What new coach Dick Vermeil saw impressed him. Papale had speed and sure hands, but most of all, he exemplified what Vermeil calls "Eagle Effort" Whenever his name would come up at cut meetings, Vermeil would say no. "He's a character player," the coach said. "We need more like him, not less!" - Sports Illustrated. 1977 Feature Article. In the past year, Papale has made more public appearances than the 76'ers Julius Irving, the Phillies' Mike Schmidt, and the Flyers' Bobby Clarke, combined. "Vince makes Bob Hope look like a recluse," says Eagles General manager Jim Murray. - NFL Pro Magazine. 1977 Feature Article. "Thanks for an inspiring and motivations speech. You are a true living legend." - U.S. Healthcare/HMO. Keynote speaker - National Sales Rally "May I take this opportunity to thank you on behalf of Deborah for your gracious giving to our humanitarian effort. We are privileged to consider you a member of the Deborah family and making a reality of the words" "Deborah - where healing comes from the heart." - Deborah Hospital Foundation. Executive Director. Participation in Fund Raiser. "Your opening remarks and presentation were excellent and well-received. It is a pleasure to meet and speak with someone who has participated in professional sports and knows what a privilege it is to be so gifted and motivated to be able to perform. And, not only to perform, but perform as well as you did. Your enthusiasm for sports and life is to be admired." - Iron League of Philadelphia. Keynote Speaker. Thank you for your help in making our wellness day such a success. We really appreciate your participation; it could not have been accomplished without you!" - Sterling High School District. Keynote Speaker. "Thanks to my dear friend, Vince Papale, our annual Notre Dame/Penn State Banquet was a huge success. You seem to have the unique ability to do a quick overview of an audience, and address your remarks appropriately. I received many comments from members of both clubs telling me how they enjoyed your excellent mix of humor, fun, in addition to your more serious side relative to the remarks you made!" - Notre Dame/Penn State Banquet. Keynote Speaker. "I will take this opportunity to thank you for your contribution in making the Father and sons dinner of the Lutheran Church Of Our Saviour a greet success last Friday. Your presentation was interesting and inspirational to everyone who was there. Afterwards, I received many unsolicited favorable comments." - Father/Sons Dinner, Keynote Speaker. "You made our first revival of Father/Son Dinners very special! Our "men" both young and old, were touched by your words of sincerity." Father/Sons Dinner, Keynote Speaker "Your message to our students was loud and clear. Hopefully, it will have a lasting effect. All feedback that I received from students and faculty and staff, concerning the luncheon and assembly was positive. Thanks again for your excellent presentation." - William Penn School District. Student's Achievement Awards Day. Keynote Speaker. "On behalf of the Board of Managers of the Camden County Unit of the American Cancer Society, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for making the Monsignor Sharkey Roast a great success. The unit is grateful for your commitment to support the educational and patient service programs of the A.C.S." - American Cancer Society Fund Raiser, Celebrity Roaster. "We would like to thank you for being the guest speaker at our SPORTS NIGHT...your time and patience with the (special) athletes is greatly appreciated. We hoe you enjoyed yourself as much as we enjoyed having you." - St. John of God Community Services. Keynote Speaker "On behalf of the students, staff, and administration of Pennsville Memorial High School, I would like to thank you for your motivational dissertation during our day of drug and alcohol awareness. Points that you bring forward are those which all educators share" that being "students have unlimited potential, there are logical systematic approaches to every endeavor, and you must believe in yourself before any success can be realized. Your instructional background and experience with teenagers was very evident during your presentation." Pennsville Public School District. Keynote Speaker. "What else can I say" you were great! I received calls at the house this morning from parents who thought you were super!" - I.B.M. Recognition Picnic. Keynote Speaker. With former Philly Eagle and Philadelphia Bell Vince Papale as emcee, the evening flowed like fine wine. - NewsZap.com You did a great job speaking at the Cingular meeting last week. The employees are still talking about it....you really inspired the gang and generated a lot of enthusiasm....Everybody was very impressed with your story and how you presented it. - John Caras - Cingular Hey Vince, I just wanted to drop you a note to say thanks for your great work on Radio Row at the Super Bowl. You did a tremendous job with all of the interviews, and as always, I appreciated your professionalism and your high energy level. - Chip Namias - President, Athlete & Event Sports Public Relations Vince Papale brings an enthusiasm, passion and energy to each and |
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