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Bell Group 2006

When we needed a good break with some of our cherished customers we hired Costa del sol events, who sorted everything out for us completely from arranging collection at the airport through to Golf for those who wanted to play, and a selection of bars and some great restaurants we would not have known about, without their knowledge of the area.

It took all the hassle away from trying to plan anything and left us free to do what we should be doing, ie enjoying and make the most of our time with our customers.

Thanks to Finola Sloyan for all the hard work from all of us and making the few days so memorable.
Alastair Bell, Managing Director, the Bell Group, Portsmouth, Hampshire

National annual media campaign 2000 \ 01 \ 02 \ 03

Finola Sloyan possesses a passion for business and showcasing any event or cause to its potential. I spent 3 years working in partnership with Finola through raising awareness of Meningitis Research in Ireland with Boots the Chemist, and to this end found her strong business management skills, coupled with extensive knowledge of what works in a campaign truly rewarding for Boots as a good corporate citizen in Ireland. The yearly campaigns produced an extensive recognized portfolio within the Irish Media of a successful Cause Related campaign on raising awareness of Meningitis in Ireland. It was through Finola's effortless advice on communication strategies that worked. I have witnessed first hand, Finola's innate ability to manage a room with volunteers, press, Ministers of State, invited guests, make everyone feel at ease and go onto a podium and give an impassioned speech on Meningitis Research. A true professional, who loves the drive of being a self starter, and therefore is an asset to any business.
Catherine Cullen, Marketing Manager, Boots Ireland

Corporate Golf Trips 2006 & 2007

Thanks again for organising our corporate golf outing. I received several compliments on your services and the outstanding quality of the golf courses - I see why it is called the Costa del Golf! I see a repeat trip on the horizon.
William Ohrt, President, STI Global Limited, 7211 Regency Square Blvd, Houston, Texas 77036

Thanks Finola for a great day's golf - from our early-morning breakfast on arrival at La Cala, preparation of buggies and goody bags, to the rounds of drinks and food back at the club house after the game - it was an enjoyable day out for us all.
John Fogarty, the Fogarty Group, Waterford. Also http://www.myhomeoverseas.ie

Hi Finola,

Attached are the photos you took in El Faro restaurant in Cádiz during the Mitsubishi Trip. Thanks again for looking after us so well.

Best Regards,

Frank McGinty, Industrial Solutions Ltd., Co Meath

RN Murphy & Associates Feb 04

Ms Finola Sloyan organized the corporate opening of our new offices at Portview House in Feb 2004, with the Irish Prime Minister Mr. Bertie Ahern performing the official unveiling.

As part of this event she wrote the Prime Minister's address, which was very well received by all. The following reception and music quartet for approx. 150 guests was professionally organized and run.

Our company was very pleased with the organization and attention to detail provided by Ms Sloyan, and I have no hesitation in recommending her as an event organizer.

James J. Nolan B.E., R.N. Murphy & Assoc. Consulting Engineers

Mediterranean Cooking, Yoga, Wine & Tapas tasting 2007

Hi Finola

I wrote emails to both Rashida (thanking her and sending her the photos I took during her class) and to Maria, again to thank her for the yoga classes on the beach. I really hope to stay in touch with you all because I think you are all such interesting people and I certainly want to come back soon! I was not entirely joking either about moving out there ...

Talk soon,

Love

Anna Cattaneo, Milan, Italy

Hi Finola,

Just to say 'go raibh mile maith agat' for organising those fab activities for us and really enhancing our holiday. Aine has some brilliant photos of our table at the beach club, which you will see soon. Don't know if anyone has tried out our new recipies yet from Rashida's class - though I wouldn't be surprised if Brenda has given one or two a shot. What a lovely experience we had that day!

Also Finola, you should stay out there as long as possible ... the weather here is the pits!

Slán,

Prionnsiasa Ní Chathasaigh, Kerry

Finola, we had a beautiful day wine & tapas tasting and left with 6 gorgeous bottles of red. Thanks for making our day special.

Trish & Liam, Dublin

Deep-sea fishing Sept 07

Thanks for all your help Finola, you've been most helpful and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend your services to anyone. Had a great time with the fishing being a particular highlight.

Tony Roe

Managing Director

McGowan Print

Special Olympics World Games Ireland 2003

The first time in its history outside of the USA. The games were the largest sporting event in the world in 2003 and included athletes from almost every country in the world.

Dear Finola,
I am writing personally to thank you on behalf of the management and the Board Of Directors of the 2003 Special Olympics World Summer Games for the role that you played in making the Games such a resounding success for Ireland. I know you gave up a significant amount of your private time in the lead up to and during the Games. Your dedication and commitment is greatly appreciated.

On behalf of all the Special Olympic Athletes, their families, friends, supporters, coaches and delegates I offer my deepest thanks for all your help. I hope you choose to stay involved with Special Olympics in some way in the future.

Yours sincerely,
Denis O'Brien, Chairman

Bob Crozier Puebla Aida Annual Golf Tournament 2006 & 2007

Hi Finola,

I will tank you fore a very good and nice day, all my friends send to you a big tanks.

Best wishes,

Peter Edstrom, Sweden 2007

Finola,

Just a note to thank you for your organisation of the Puebla Aida Day - It was a tremendous success and most enjoyable.

Regards

John and Barbara Hutchinson, England 2007

Once again I want to thank you for a well organized golf tournament and the dinner in the evening. I'm also very happy to tell you that my golf became much better the week after the tournament. Bad timing but that's life.

With kind regards,
Rolf & Kajsa Sandlund, Kalix, Sweden

Dear Finola,

Thank you for making Bob's event so special and for all your hard work in making this a fantastic golf tournament.

Mrs Joyce Crozier, London

Family & Friends' celebrations in the sun 2006 \ 2007

My family & I used Costa del sol events on a recent trip to Spain. Everything was seamlessly organised by Finola & her team to ensure we had a most pleasant & memorable holiday. I am recommending Costa del Sol Events to friends visiting that area this year.
Aisling O'Callaghan, Mallow, Co Cork

Finola Darling,
Thank you so much for organizing dinner at your beach club - we loved our VIP table and all the attention to detail we received. The Arabian Nights party later on with views of the sea was simply fantastic - what a great location! The mélange of mood music and champagne really set the tone. Look forward to seeing you next time we are out there.
Charlotte Adamson, Mother of 3 rugby & cricket-playing boys, Winchester, Hampshire, UK.

Hi Finola,
We had such fun at the fashion show and VIP party at the beach, Marbella is a crazy place! Thank you for organizing everything for me and Natalie.
Linda Petterrson, Sweden

Premiére of Angela's Ashes, Savoy Cinema & Burlington Hotel, Dublin

Ros and I just wanted to say how amazing the organization was of the 'Angelas Ashes' première in Dublin. We know how many people work behind the scenes unsung and make the difference between an ordinary event and a great occasion.
John Hubbard and Ros Hubbard, Hubbard Casting, London W1F 8QL

Dear Fin,
Thank you so much for all the wonderful work you did to make Angela's Ashes party such a success. Without you, there would not have been such a great turnout of people and I don't believe we would have made so much money. Once again, many thanks for all.

Kindest regards,
Cecilia Gallagher, London SW6 2HT

Finola,
Thank you for a most enjoyable night the other evening. A job well done - all the way down to the invoicing!
Richard Duggan, CFO eTel, Dublin

Dear Finola,
I would take the opportunity to congratulate you on a most enjoyable night. I thought the film was fantastic and the following party was brilliant, the food was delicious, the wine plentiful and The Corrs were superb. Our only problem was that I and all our guests felt like death the next day, or should I say the same date but later! I know how hard you and all the team must have worked but the whole thing was a resounding success and I hope you raised lots of money. Kindest regards to all at Irish Youth Foundation.
Mary Clancy, Irish Youth Foundation (UK) Limited, London W6 9DT

Canadian High Commission, Accra, Ghana, West Africa

As Consular Officer, Ms Sloyan has been responsible for one of Canada's busiest passport programmes in Africa; she has brought the High Commission rare praise for having reduced errors from an embarrassing high which she inherited at the beginning of her tenure, to a satisfying 'nil report' after only a few weeks on the job. Her efficiency and expertise extended to her up-to-date, detailed reports on travel conditions and warnings to Canadians, her substantial input into well-conceived contingency plans, and her accounting for Government funds and financial assistance to distressed Canadians.

Ms Sloyan's forte is her ability to deal with people, both in Ghana and Canada. Her clients are often in emergency circumstances; they can be difficult to manage, and are almost always in great distress or worry. Some are deeply affected by tragedy. Finola Sloyan has nonetheless established a hard-won reputation with Consular Division in Ottawa, the staff of the High Commission and her clients for her pragmatic, useful, cool-headed yet concerned solutions and her persuasive advice. She has dealt with the deaths of Canadians in Ghana: when a Canadian nun was murdered in particularly shocking circumstances, her work with the family in Canada and concerned colleagues here won universal praise. Similarly, her caring management of the deaths of Canadian businessmen in accidents or from illness brought grateful accolades from family and employers. Her patience and discretion with Canadians in business and family difficulties have gained the High Commission universal gratitude for helpfulness, tact and pragmatism.

The result is that Ms Sloyan has been nominated for the Minister's Award for Consular Excellence. She has been one of the most popular members of our staff, known for encouraging morale, inspiring teamwork and building loyalty. She has been a pillar of strength to Canadians, and a valued friend to Ghanaians.
John R. Schram, High Commissioner - December 17, 1996

Black Tie & Diamonds inaugural charity ball, Shelbourne Hotel, Dublin

Dear Finola,
I love the opportunity to help out on charity auctions which Pat and his brothers are involved in. It's so nice to think that you get to help others out in some small way. The work you are doing is fantastic, continued success and I'm sure we'll be in touch again in the future.

Kindest regards,
Sibeal Byrne, Pat Gunne's Office, CB Richard Ellis Gunne, Ballsbridge, Dublin (Mr Gunne was the event's auctioneer).

I go to these kinds of events all the time but this has to be the best organized.
Mrs James Cummins, Socialite

You obviously know what you are doing. The night is a tremendous success.
Orla Crowe, Barrister at Law, Law Library of Ireland