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TESTIMONIALS
FROM REAL
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There is no
question we are enthusiastic about
our
Wholesale Gateway Program, our
outstanding training and
distributor support services. We
pride ourselves on our reputation,
and out standing within the industry and
have worked hard to put together a
licensed distributor program that we
believe is
unprecedented
in the field.
But
why should you just take our word for it?
Why should you even consider
Distributors First International?
Because we hope
to one day
add your
comments to our list of testimonials and
endorsements below...
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I am happy to provide this recommendation for
Distributors First because of my experience when I got started. The DFI
consultative approach was nothing, if not refreshing. I was looking at
several avenues and getting very mixed and confusing advice. I have been
in business for myself for many years in a tangent industry, so I knew
this would be challenging and rewarding.
The kind of advice and help I was looking
for is just what Vince and DFI offered. The "inside secrets" have put me
miles ahead from the get-go, and was more than I expected. Vince not
only gave me real advice, but it was instantly usable and translated
into immediate sales. Vince is the "real deal" when it comes to
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When I was deciding to get into this business,
Vince so impressed me that I traveled on my own dime to his office in
Idaho Falls to see if he was really the guy he claimed to be. We had a
very nice dinner and I got to meet his lovely wife, Leslie. After
dinner, and my most pressing questions, he proved to be everything I was
looking for.
Working with Bryan and Gail also, has
been a real pleasure. They really know their stuff, and have been very
helpful to me in building my company. The entire DFI staff have really
kept me on track and saved me from chasing endless rabbit trails. If you
are looking for someone who under-promises and over-delivers, then Vince
is the guy, and Distributors First is the company.
Mark Koch -
LOGOMARX - Medina, WA |
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| STUART YOUNG - SAY MARKETING & PROMOTIONS |
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I began working with Distributor First in the
spring of 2008. My wife and I took our time exploring our options
getting into this industry.
Vince was the first person that was
willing to share honest and useful information up front. His wisdom and
advice have been immeasurable.
Gail has shown herself to be a wonderful help and support in setting up
our office and learning all of those technical terms in decoration and
artwork. She also supplied us with valuable information that allowed us
to land a $10,000 account within a few months of getting started. |
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Bryan is the best at technical support. He
literally got our website up and running in no time. He also helped us
structure our e-mail accounts so that they work for us. Any questions I
have had about technical or “virtual” issues, Bryan has had the answers.
His wealth of knowledge is amazing.
Vince told me in the very beginning that I could do this business and I
believed him. Our sales are growing every day and we have developed a
clientele of repeat customers thanks to the coaching and support we have
received.
If I had to do it all over again I would join Distributor First again in
a heart beat. Thanks, Vince.
Stuart Young -
SAY Marketing & Promotions - Adelanto, CA |
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| CRAIG GREULICH - CG
PROMOTIONALS, LLC |
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| Wow, it has
almost been a full year since I joined the DFI team. What a year it has
been! I was a casualty of the corporate downsizing in the woodworking
industry and I remember thinking, now what…? I was surfing the web for
job ideas because I wanted to do something on my own that was new and
fresh to me.
I had many of my friends tell me, “You
need to get into sales”. But what was I going to sell? While doing my
civic duty on the local fire department, (10 years) I was in charge of
new t-shirts for all the guys. While doing this task, it occurred to me,
“Hey, maybe I should look into this type of work”…and so it began. |
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| I found the DFI program on the
internet. I wrote down many questions and had many concerns. A few days
later I was able to speak to Vince Whaley on the phone. We went over all
my questions and concerns. To this day there are two things that really
stand out to me from our first conversation that lasted almost an hour
and a half. First, he said, “Craig I can help you change your year into
a positive one.” (Which he did.) Second, “This business can be
profitable and fun and also give you some freedoms”. It most certainly
has. Vince and I spoke three times before I decided this is what I was
going to do. I did my research. I read everything he provided and
everything I could find, and I can honestly say that everything Vince
said was true. His word is good and he did not over promise anything to
me.
My business has been growing every month. It is really exciting how we
can help other businesses grow by being creative with the artwork and
the item they want to sell or give away. The investment has paid off in
spades…and I am beginning to live the life I have wanted to live. And
the financial rewards will allow me to attend a couple of Pittsburgh
Steelers games every year…and then some!
Craig M. Greulich -
CG Promotionals, LLC
- Jasper, IN |
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| KELLY ROE - GEMINI PROMOTIONAL
PRODUCTS |
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My
background was the sign business. I worked for a company as a sales
rep and became interested in the promotional products business. I
began my investigation and found Distributors First. My employer did
not want to expand and I did, so in March of 2006, it became a
simple choice for me to start Gemini Promotional Products.
My business has grown every year and has exceeded my expectations.
In fact, we’ve just begun to expand with hiring sales people.
Working with Vince and Distributors First has been just exactly as
offered. Bryan, Gail and Vince have been there every step of the way
to help me grow my company. I’ve attended Vince’s classes at PPAI in
Las Vegas and had a great time there. |
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This is a
wonderful industry and without the program that Distributors First
offered me, it would have been virtually impossible to figure out
everything I needed to be successful.
The profit is great…my biggest month exceeded $24,000. But it’s not
just about the money…it’s about building a fun business, helping my
clients and developing a strong business, tough enough to survive
and thrive, even in recessionary times. That’s exactly what we are
experiencing.
Thanks again Vince & DFI for all your support. I am happy to be a
reference for you because I know you will take care of your new
clients just like you have taken care of me.
Kelly Roe -
Gemini
Promotional Products - Westminster, CO |
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| GWEN LEWIS - THUMBS UP!
PROMOTIONS |
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| After
23 years in Coaching I decided to make a career change. I had always
enjoyed the marketing and promotional side of the coaching business
and decided that I wanted to own my own promotional products
business.
I thought I had a good understanding
of the industry ... but had no idea how to run a business, and I
mean absolutely no IDEA! Where to begin? I started with the
Internet, doing some research. Distributor’s First, gave me the
most comprehensive overview of what I could expect for today,
tomorrow and in the future.
After calling DFI, my phone call was
returned immediately (important lesson for the future). Always
respond to your customers in a timely fashion ... LESSON 1! |
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I was greeted by Vince Whaley, owner of DFI.
We must have spoken for at least an hour on several occasions in a 7 day
period. I needed help to realize my dreams ... and they had all of
the answers. I needed to start from scratch, and they held my hand every
step of the way (whenever I needed them). The good folks at DFI and
their program vendors helped me with logo design, website design, email,
content, website functionality, how to research, who to research ... and
it goes on and on. Vince Whaley, Bryan Kochis and Gail Wingerd
have always been there for me whenever I needed them. They’ll be there
for you, too! So, here I am
15 months later ... reporting back from Thumbs Up Promotions! Sales have
been great, but meeting a ton of new people and businesses has been even
better! My average sales are like most people in the business (250-500
qty. per order). However, I have a few big clients who order
(3,000-5,000 quantity per order). My biggest order so far was over
$15,000! The secret that I have learned, as does anyone in sales
is turning customers in to clients. How do you do that? By listening to
them ... you can’t sell something to someone that they don’t need. They
will tell you what they need ... sometimes all you have to do is consult
and tweak. Others know exactly what they want ... so don’t try to talk
them out of it, just give them great customer service.
I took one thing with me that I used to
preach while I was coaching. The Golden Rule, “treat others the way you
want to be treated”. If you do just that one thing ... I think you will
be in business a long time. Using that philosophy I have already
converted many 1st time customers into brand loyal "Thumbs Up" clients.
Thank you Vince, Bryan and Gail for
giving me the necessary tools to make Thumbs Up Promotions a reality.
Gwen Lewis -
Thumbs-Up
Promotions - Evansville, IN |
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| PAUL MIDDLEBROOK - MIDDLEBROOK
MEDIA |
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As you
know, I launched my new company in April of 2008, so as I am writing
this I’m at my first year anniversary with my business. What a great
first year it’s been! Thank you Vince for helping me start my
company. You have made learning this business very simple, even
though there is a lot to learn.
In my first year I achieved a full return of my investment in about
12 weeks and with my profits from Middlebrook Media this year, I was
able to expand in my market place by investing in a local radio
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At this stage of my life, the fun factor has
really ramped up. I absolutely love the creativity, the energy and the
enjoyment that my company brings to my clients and to me. The support
provided by Gail and Bryan has been invaluable. They really know their
stuff! And it was fun to finally meet you after our several phone
conversations when I attended the PPAI Expo in Las Vegas in January. What
a grand event and a tremendous motivator the Expo is!
I highly recommend Distributors First to anyone who is serious about
getting into the promotional products business. In my research I never
found anything even close to what I have experienced with their program.
Distributor First provides a simple, uncomplicated and professional
approach to the Industry.
I have adopted the motto “I refuse to participate in the recession”
because business is good, the money is great. Owners and managers need to
connect to their clients and customers – and I get to help them do that in
a powerful way.
Vince, I am having as much fun as anything I have ever done in my life.
Thank you for all your help and support.
Paul Middlebrook -
Middlebrook
Media - South Lake Tahoe, CA |
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| MARK VANNASDALL - PALM PRINT
PROMOTIONS |
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| I am a
‘full-time” Executive Chef – and I LOVE to cook! I also LOVE
the promotional products business!
My wife and I started our business with
Vince & DFI in November of 2004, and we almost made a $20,000
mistake then by buying a “brand-x” company (that’s what Vince calls
them?) with hobby pad & screen printing equipment, that hindsight
now proves we would have never needed or rarely used.
Even though Ann and I run our
promotional products business part-time, our business affords my family a wonderful
lifestyle. All of our vacations are paid for with our business.
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contributes greatly to our savings for the future. I
couldn’t be happier with the decision to choose Distributors First
to help us. If you are considering this business, make sure you
investigate DFI. Their program offers incredible support and
knowledge. Literally every time I’ve had a question or concern, the
team at DFI has been on top of it. Believe me when I say, even
part-time you can make full-time money…even if you have a busy life
Give Vince a call anytime – and experience what we have experienced
– a great opportunity, a great program and people who really care
about your success! And if you do speak with Vince, tell him I’m
cooking his steak “medium rare!”
Mark Vannasdall - Palm
Print - St Louis, MO |
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| ADDITIONAL DISTRIBUTOR TESTIMONIALS |
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"The other thing I want to tell you is that
your consulting program helped me nail down the biggest sale I have ever
made in my business. A pharmacy in our town placed a $12,000 order for a
new store they are opening on the west side. This one order made me over
$5,000, and this only took a couple of hours. If you ever need a
recommendation, you know who to call!"
Adam Cromwell, Owner
Ship Pro Mail & Copy Center
Idaho Falls, ID
"Here’s the skinny on the school fund raiser I told you about. It was a
great success and the best part – I worked on this for less than an hour
and the school did the rest. They needed to raise the seed money for the
rest of their fund raising projects, and the t-shirt’s I suggested were a
great hit!
"It was their 10 year anniversary, so I suggested a “Top 10 Reasons” to
attend motif. They sold the shirts for $10 bucks that I brokered to a
local contract screen printer. The school made over $2,500 and my net on
the project was $1,000 for my hour or less!
"Truthfully, I couldn’t imagine doing this business without your coaching
and support. It has proved invaluable to my company! Thanks again for all
your help."
Frankie Wutschel, Owner
Peachtree Promotional Products, LLC
Atlanta, GA
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"Promotional Products Association International
(PPAI) is pleased to have Distributors First International Inc. (DFI) as a
member. DFI's knowledge of sales and marketing in the promotional products industry is impressive. The extensive education, training
and support provided by DFI to its distributor clients qualifies
them for a provisional, one-year membership in the association.
We are happy to extend this special membership opportunity to DFI
Distributors."
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"I have watched Vince Whaley and Distributors
First over the years lay a strong foundation for new people coming into
our Industry. Connecting to and learning the ropes in this business can
be quite a daunting task, and the Distributors First support program
provides the much needed tools for new people to build successful
businesses in the promotional products field. Offering great support,
coaching and guidance, based in years of collective know-how, translates
into an accelerated distributor experience. DFI also can help their
clients avoid many of the pitfalls that often befall new people as they
start their careers selling promotional products. PromoMarketing also
provides support services to distributors and is pleased to offer our
services to clients of Distributors First."
Anthony Stover, MAS,
MASI
19 Year Industry Veteran
Sr. Distributor Manager PromoMarketing (2005-2011)
National Sales Manager, MAC Specialties, Ltd. (2011-Present)
Board-level PPAI Professional Development Committee
Member of GRAC (Gov’t Relations Action Committee – PPAI) |
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"Truthfully, I couldn’t imagine doing this
business without your coaching and support." |
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