2009 Conference
The four days spent at the 2009 Conference proved two things: positive energy is contagious, and, we never stop learning.
Guest speakers along with Debra, Lia and a variety of directors and team leaders showed everyone how easy it really is to
increase your sales and build more productive teams. Each speaker proved that you can achieve your goals if you truly commit
yourself to creating the circumstances you want. We also celebrated our recruiting and sales leaders...each one taking the
stage to experience that unique feeling of accomplishment you get when you take in the spirited applause of your peers. When
you mix that with friendship, laughter, dancing, dining and the best fashion show ever, the 2009 Conference helped everyone
commit to getting out there and begin Reaching for Their Dreams!
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2009 Incentive Trip Earners
Paradisus Punta Cana Hotel
April 24-28, 2009
Crystal clear water, cool Caribbean breezes, mouth-watering cuisine and sparkling white beaches. For our 38 trip
earners and their guests, the 2009 incentive trip "Reach for your Dreams" was truly a dream come true. Whether
it was poolside relaxation...spectacular views...barefoot strolls along the beach...exotic cocktails in lush tropical
gardens or lazy afternoons on a sun bed it was all about relaxation and fun with a healthy dose of genuine P2P FUN!
2008 National Conference - July 18-21, 2008
Lincolnshire, IL., Lincolnshire Marriot Resort
BEAT: in musical circles it can be defined as a "pulse of sound that marks the meter or rhythm of a
piece of music." But at the Jockey Person to Person® National Sales Conference it was all about
"Keeping the B.E.A.T." When you have just the right blend of Balance,
Enthusiasm, Attitude and Teamwork in your personal
and professional life ... well, you're simply unstoppable! From start to finish, the blend of education, entertainment
and excitement struck just the right "chord" with the energized crowd of Comfort Specialist®
consultants.
Team Leaders arrived early for special training and recognition, and were treated to a cocktail/dinner reception
with a unique twist; dress in your favorite musical era! Team Leaders and Home Office alike rose to the challenge with
alacrity. Everywhere you turned there was a zoot-suited hipster, poodle skirt-wearing bobby-soxer, tie-dyed hippie,
seventies groovester, or cowboy-hatted country fan greeting old friends and networking with new friends.
Saturday morning started early with a veritable sea of Comfort Specialists (proudly sporting team attire and
ribbon bedecked name tags) lined up outside the ballroom in hopes of nabbing prime seating for the opening session. The
level of excitement rose to a dull roar as Home Office team flung open the doors and everyone raced to claim their
table.
The musical talents of ONE DRUM (accompanied by Michael Lapidus, President of Jockey International, Inc.,
Worldwide Consumer Direct) and Andy Childs brought the crowd to their feet as they set a tone of - what else - ENTHUSIASM
for the event. Kiane K. Nopenz, VP of Sales Jockey Person to Person, Inc., welcomed the crowd and brought Janet Gallagher,
Mary Schifano, Tammy Copeland and Cindy Patzner onstage to share their inspiring and very personal stories of how they
KEEP THE BEAT in both life and business. Jockey International, Inc., Chairman, CEO and Jockey Person to Person, Inc.,
Founder, Debra S. Waller touched hearts as she shared her story of overcoming challenges and emphasized that her ultimate
dream is to help make every woman's dream come true!
After UP TEMPO BUCKS were distributed and a score of exciting initiatives announced, (NEW Online Service Center!
New Customer E-Newsletter! NEW Promotional items to order!) the moment everyone was waiting for arrived: The Fashion
Show. The audience was riveted as the Fall line came alive on stage. Dancers demonstrated the incredible stretch and
comfort of numerous items, while a fleet of models showed off the infinite styling possibilities of the entire line!
Whether the model was cat walking in fabulous fleece or pairing up rich new colors and styles with accessories, the crowd
went wild!
After a relaxing lunch featuring members of the Leadership Council showing off the new line, the afternoon sequed
into serious learning. Each session provided invaluable, tips and knowledge from Leaders, with attendees taking home NEW
Party Cards as well as the NEW Business Building Essentials. Accomplishments were celebrated and top achievers
recognized during the Saturday evening awards dinner, which culminated with the high-energy sounds of the Andy Childs
Band.
Sunday morning was all about getting in touch with personal dreams - and being inspired to reach for them. Guest
speaker Mathew Kelly made a huge impression as he emphasized how important dreams are for shaping lives and urged
everyone to become the best version of themselves. In fact, attendees opened up their new Dream Journals and, with his
guidance, got a head start on their dream list!
A big dream for many - and the most tightly guarded secret at Conference - is to earn their way to the annual
Jockey Person to Person Incentive Trip. When the 2009 REACH FOR YOUR DREAMS destination of the Paradisus Punta Cana
Resort in the Dominican Republic was announced ... well ... it went right into hundreds of Dream Journals.
After a weekend filled with development, dreams and delightful destinations, Debra and Diane took one more
opportunity to remind everyone to believe in the power of their dreams and to always KEEP THE BEAT ALIVE!
Mexico Trip
May 14-18, 2008
Dreams became reality for over 50 Jockey Person to Person® Comfort Specialist® Consultants (and
their guests) when they qualified for a trip to the Aventura Spa Palace resort on the Riviera
Maya. Between May 14th and 18th, trip earners were pampered like princesses and enjoyed relaxing by the
pool, dining in fabulous restaurants, spending time with family, friends, and Jockey Person to Person®
team members and getting a sneak peek at the new catalog. When you add in the opportunity to swim
with the dolphins, explore ruins and dance the night away...well, it truly was a dream of a trip!