Testimonials

May 2006

"The National Forum continues to be directed by a dedicated group of professionals offering a high-calibre guest speaker program. To this day I truly value my 15 year plus membership, not only to ensure that I am kept abreast of the many changes, challenges and concerns in the business world, but also to have the opportunity to meet the Credit and Financial Executives whom are members"

Brad Price
National Credit Manager
AD, ASC, Valvoline & Drew Industrial
Ashland Canada Corp.

May 2006

"I always feel professionally and intellectually stimulated after attending an event. I usually find that I have gained a fresh perceptive on the topics presented, broadened my horizon and received a return far in excess of the time invested. Keep up the great job."

Zaheer Sajun
Senior Manager Financial Operations
Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc.

May 2006

"I have been a member of the Forum for greater than 15 years now and have found the Forum to be a very professional & well respected organization.

The educational seminars/speaker events are excellent and informative. They have afforded me the opportunity to benefit from & participate in both formal and informal discussions related to current topics and have refreshed me on older & ever-changing credit related issues. Further to this, the Forum has provided me with the opportunity to network with and establish many invaluable contacts & friends from a vast array of industries.

I look forward to continuing as a member of the Forum and do not hesitate in recommending it's benefits to other Credit & Financial Executives."

Shaun McDonnell
Director, Credit & Financial Services
Carlton Cards Limited

May 2006

"The Forum meeting held on May 10/06 was excellent. Mr. Nielson-Jones of the Competition Bureau was especially enjoyable. His presentation on bid rigging and price fixing deserved more time as his stories and insight were very interesting. As always, the Forum has continued to put together strong presenters, entertainers and social functions that provide an excellent opportunity for networking."

Terry Paley
TSX Group

May 12, 2005

Re - National Forum Meeting of May 11/05 Wow, Ray.....Both you and your committee are to be truly complemented on putting together yesterday a program that was thoroughly professional, educational and entertaining to boot! By having such articulated top-notch guest speakers as John Everett, advising us on the role of The Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy and Malcolm Hamilton, speaking on the inherent differences of Defined Benefit vs. Defined Contribution pension plans and their impact on both company financials and individuals. But the real surprise and delight was landing Canadian singer/songwriter Amy Sky. It was awe inspiring to hear about her "travels" through the music business and to top it off.... to have her entertain us with a rendition of two of her hit songs.

Ray.... It doesn't get any better than this! Thank you and the Forum so much for a "great day spent"

Regards,

Allan Hale, FCI (Emeritus)

November 2004

Much like the TV show "Apprentice" our speakers presentations are from various industries
and represent a diverse perspective of topics of vital interest and are offered in a "book smart'
as well as a "street smart" manner.

Our programs are leading edge!

The Forum is a vibrant, progressive group that provides the continuing education necessary
in order for the Credit & Financial Professional to become even more successful, at their firms.

Don't miss another opportunity!

Ken Young

May 2003

My recollection of nearly 40 years as a member of the "forum" is and continues to be about a senior credit fraternity with an absolutely amazing variety of excellent speakers on a very wide range of management subjects.

I was privileged to chair, with a fine executive committee, this distinguished group of men and women during the years 73-74 and 85-86 and, even though retired for over a decade, I still look forward to attending meetings.

I wish the National Forum members continued success long into the future. I would also respectfully remind anyone who shares my view, that the way to keep a good thing going is to support the programs and when appropriate get involved.

Lorne