CONGRATULATIONS!
That is how the British Airways Executive Vice President Americas -- Simon Talling-Smith begins his NY speech. - @BritishAirways
The warmth of his words were echoed over and over again by the British Airways staff who helped us during our journey. It didn't matter if they knew we were one of the winners, they were always there to smile and congratulate everyone flying on their airline.
There is no way that I can fully convey the overwhelming sense of accomplishment after winning a seat on the British Airways Face-2-Face contest. Never did I imagine an airline could be this generous. It is a dream come true for a select group of entrepreneurs and start-ups.
Think of it this way, British Airways basically awarded 250 businesses with (1) free trip to anywhere in the world. Period. Now think where you would like to go?
Then when you are done daydreaming, add to it a full day of professional workshops ( see the Video on Demand Link ) and (1) free night at the Sheraton Hotel in NY plus another free night in Hotel Sofitel near Heathrow Airport - London.
PLUS! a european expert panel presentation in London, plus great food, plus entertainment and drinks. The hospitality never stopped!
If you are like me and you have never flown with British Airways, you are in for a great experience. For example earlier today I noticed on TV that Continental is no longer providing FREE SNACKS - no snacks !?! Crikey!-- with British Airways they provide food, snacks, movies, comfort kit, blanket, pillow.... and drinks - no charge - as oft as you need. There is always a smile right behind the hospitality.
The amount of confidence that British Airways gave to this group of entrepreneurs is staggering! We were told by British Airways that we CAN do it! Then they told us we WILL do it and from what I have seen and heard from the winners is that they DID do it!
Business connections, networking and straight-up deals have been negotiated between dozens of US companies and foreign companies all across the globe. Different businesses flew to Dubai, Ireland, Norway, Russia, Sweden, South Africa, New Zealand, Australia, China, Saudi Arabia, the list goes on and on for all 250 people. Then those business people travelled from the airports via, cars, other planes, trains, etc. Their schedule was their own, no rush to get back on the return flight (which of course is free too) they were free to stay for weeks if needed.
I N C R E D I B L E !!!!
Thank You British Airways!
Now, what did the Qubits Toy Company do with this opportunity?? Good Question! and during the next few week I will add posts illustrating the adventures and excitement of the Qubits Toy Company's trip to the Nürnberg Toy Show - the largest business oriented toy show in the world. Located in the ancient German town that practically gave birth to the toy industry back in the 1800's. It was a whirlwind trip that uncovered many interesting aspects of foreign travel. Stay tuned to our twitter account at: http://twitter.com/qubits_toy
