Mission Statement of The Protocol Institute (TM) : "A COMMITTMENT TO EXCELLENCE" The Mission of the Protocol Institute (TM) is to provide world-class seminars and briefings in business etiquette and international protocol that will help people achieve their personal and professional goals. News Flash ! Col. Turner will soon release the following: Book: " Using Protocol For Business Success " DVD: " Medal Protocol & Diplomacy " The Protocol Institute (TM) delivers world-class Protocol Seminars to people in business, government, media and entertainment. When the staff of The Protocol Institute (TM) arrives at your corporate headquarters or seminar location, you can be assured that all details will be taken care of and workshops or briefings will exceed your expectations. Excellence is not our goal, it is our standard. Col. Turner is Director of The Protocol Institute (TM), which does consulting and training in Business Etiquette, International Protocol and Corporate Dress. Col. Turner and his professional team at The Protocol Institute (TM) are available to fly quickly to any city in North America by private jet and handle any emergency protocol issues a person or organization might be experiencing. Besides presenting workshops on land, The Protocol Institute (TM) is available to do training in an exclusive setting such as on board a private yacht. These "seminars on seas" last about a week and participants can easily network and practice what they learn in a relaxed environment. Col. Turner holds a scale model of Air Force One during his seminar, where he explains the history and protocol of this famous plane. He also dons a jacket like the one the U.S. President and his crew wear on board the jet (which is sometimes given to VIP's travelling with them). Protocol Seminars The goal of these Protocol Seminars is to empower people to present themselves with confidence and authority so as to fully realize their personal and professional potential. To excel today in our highly competitive and high-tech world, one needs many skills. The most crucial one remains the ability to interact successfully with clients, colleagues, supervisors and staff. It is one's behavior from the outset that will help build a strong foundation in the relationship building process. Research from Harvard University, The Carnegie Foundation and The Stanford Research Institute shows that "technical" skills account for only 15 % of the reason a person gets a job, keeps a job, or advances in a job; and the rest comes from "people" skills such as etiquette and communication. Other studies have also shown that 40% of all business is done over a meal! So taking a tutorial on Dining Protocol would be advantageous to create a positive first impression during a business lunch, breakfast or dinner. "I will pay more for the ability to deal with people, than for any ability under the sun." - John A. Rockefeller "To establish oneself in the world, one does all one can to seem established there already." - Francois de la Rochefoucauld 1) DINING PROTOCOL (Half Day Workshop) : $750. US (plus applicable taxes) per person. 2) DINING & BUSINESS PROTOCOL (One Day Workshop) : $1,500. US (plus applicable taxes) per person. 3) DINING, BUSINESS & INTERNATIONAL PROTOCOL (Two Day Workshop) : $3,000. US (plus applicable taxes) per person. 4) FINISHING SCHOOL FOR PROFESSIONALS (Dining, Business, International & Dress Protocol): a) Two and a Half Day Workshop over One Week-end: $3,750. US (plus applicable taxes) per person. b) Three Day Workshop over 3 Week Days: $4,500. US (plus applicable taxes) per person. 5) TEA PROTOCOL (Half Day Workshop) : $750. US (plus applicable taxes) per person. Today's savvy business person is aware that 40% of all business is conducted not at the conference table but at social functions. Discussing a project over tea is a popular alternative to the traditional business lunch, cocktail party or dinner. This seminar presents the latest social and business tea etiquette applicable to one's personal and professional life. TOPICS FOR SEMINARS 1 TO 4 INCLUDE: How to Make an Entrance and Work the Room - Introducing Yourself and Others - Responding to Introductions - The Art of Handshaking - Forms of Address - How to Remember Names - Conversation Skills - Business Card Etiquette - Business Meeting Protocol - Host, Hostess and Guest Duties - American and Continental Styles of Eating - Silverware Savvy - Seating Protocol - Toasting - Forms of Service - The Do's and Don'ts of Dining - Cell Phone Etiquette - Formal Parties - RSVP's - Thank You Notes "People, like diamonds, have a basic market value, but it is only after they have been polished that the world will pay their real value." - William Thourlby, author of the best-seller "Passport To Power" The workshops are limited to a maximum of 50 people in each class. There is a Dining Tutorial with a four-course Lunch included in each workshop, plus a Workbook that participants may keep after the seminar. It also includes breaks with coffee and tea served. A Certificate of Accomplishment from The Protocol Institute (TM) will be awarded to all attendees who successfully complete the program. The One Day Workshops run from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. In the U.S., these Business Seminars are done in Washington, D.C. and in Canada, they are usually presented in Montreal, Quebec. These workshops have been successsfully presented for over 30 years to more than 50,000 individuals in the field of business, government, education and entertainment. For more information about "in-house" training for your organization and group rates, please contact The Protocol Institute (TM) for a free estimate. Contacts: Director - Col. Nemo Turner: nemoturner@protocolpower.com Administration - Ms. Regina Lorek: reginalorek@protocolpower.com Promotional Consultant - Mr. Allan Ailo: allanailo@protocolpower.com "They don't teach etiquette much any more, but if you ever have to choose between 'Incredibly Advanced Accounting for Over-achievers' and 'Remedial Fork and Knife,' head for the silverware!" - Harvey MacKay, author of the classic business book "Swim with the Sharks" "A person's professional image will play a greater role in landing a new job or contract, than one's education or experience." - Col. Nemo Turner, Director of The Protocol Institute (TM) DECEMBER IS "NATIONAL TIE MONTH" Fact: Twenty percent all ties ties sold during the year are in December, probably because they are gifts for the holiday season. Col. Turner covers "Tie Protocol" extensively in his Protocol Seminars. Useful tips include: A "White Tie" attire means wearing a black tailcoat with a white vest, white shirt (wing-tip only) and white bow-tie. NEVER wear a black bow-tie with this attire. This attire is only for an invitation that says "Formal." A "Black Tie" attire means wearing a black formal jacket with a black bow-tie, white shirt (wing-tip or turn-down collar), and black vest or cummberbund. NEVER wear a white bow-tie with this attire. This attire is only for an invitation that say "Semi-Formal," which is also referred to as wearing a "tuxedo" or "dinner jacket." The proper length for wearing the everyday "long tie," whether it is for business or social events, is that it must go just to the bottom of the belt, and NEVER above or below the belt. This is an international rule that should ALWAYS be followed! To see a list of many Regimental Ties and their patterns that represent different military regiments, clubs and universities, please go to: www.bensilver.com. When an invitation also reads "decorations," it means medals may be worn to the event, if one has "official" medals ONLY. Remember, that with "White Tie" or "Black Tie" attire, ONLY miniature medals should be worn. With a regular "long tie" and business suit or blazer, ONLY full-size medals should be worn. Interviews with Col. Turner regarding National Tie Month: U.S.A. (2007) - Web podcast of a show called "Conversations on the Road" with host Mr. Eric Model. To hear the interview, click on: http://conversationsontheroad.podbus.com U.S.A. (2008) - Newspaper interview with Mr. William Loeffler of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review on December 14th. Great Britain - (2008) - Radio interview in Scotland with a web podcast during December. Canada (2008) - CJAD AM Radio in Montreal with host Abe Hefter on December 23rd. Col. Turner greets The Honorable William J. Clinton, 42nd President of the USA, at an international conference. Col. Turner had dinner with President Clinton previously, where they had a long discussion on one of his favorite subjects, universal health care. Col. Turner is a member of the National Sheriffs Association as a trainer of protocol for law enforcement. He has also received their Commemorative Badge for the Inauguration of U.S. President Barack Obama, which is shown above. Col. Turner poses with Presidents Clinton and Bush in 2009 at a private meeting before a major conference, wearing the Albert Schweitzer Medal (which was also awarded to President Clinton for his humanitarian work) and the Commemorative Medal of the Texas Navy Association (where he was honored by President Bush as an "Admiral of The Texas Navy" for his charitable work). Col. Turner chats with The Prince Philip before dinner at the Duke of Edinburgh's Awards in 1993. Col. Turner also received the Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal and the Canada 125 Medal from HM Queen Elizabeth II. Col. Turner greets fellow Rotarian Mr. Mikhail Gorbachev at a private meeting on October 21, 2011 before a conference of The Montreal Board of Trade. Mr. Gorbachev is the former President of the Soviet Union and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. His Holiness The 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet receives the Paul Harris Medal and Fellowship from Col. Turner on behalf of Rotary International on September 7, 2011 for his promotion of world peace and understanding. Col. Turner poses on the steps of The White House in 1995 after receiving a VIP tour of the official residence and working office of the President of the United States. At that time, Col. Turner completed advanced training in Washington, DC in business and international protocol. The Oval Office is the President's formal workspace, where he meets with heads of states, diplomats and other dignitaries. It is the most recognized room in the world, where he often addresses the American and international public on television or radio on important issues of the day. Col. Turner and the Honorable Madeline Albright, U.S. Secretary of State under President Clinton, had lunch and dinner together at the International Economic Forum of the Americas. Col. Turner and Dr. Henry Kissinger chat before dinner at an international conference. Dr. Kissinger was the 56th U.S. Secretary of State and recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. Col. Turner was made an Honorary Colonel by the Governors of three different States in the last two decades. He is also a Life Member of the National Infantry Association and has a dedicated granite paver set in their Museum and Soldier Center's Heritage Walk at Fort Benning, Georgia. Col. Turner presented Mr. Arnold Schwarzenegger The Albert Schweitzer Medal from The Austrian Albert Schweitzer Society in 2011. Mr. Schwarzenegger, the 38th Governor of California and Hollywood movie icon, received this international award for all his humanitarian work over the years. Col. Turner chats with Her Excellency Michaelle Jean, Governor General of Canada and representative of H.M. Queen Elizabeth II, after a Gala Dinner celebrating top performing artists. She is Prior of the Venerable Order of St. John, where Col. Turner is also a member of the Order. Col. Turner and The Right Honourable Joe Clark, the 16th Prime Minister of Canada, chat after dinner about their mutual connections to international service clubs. Col. Turner catches up with The Right Honourable Brian Mulroney, the 18th Prime Minister of Canada, at a cocktail reception organized by The Fraser Institue. Col. Turner received from the Canadian Government the Order of St. John, the Canada 125 Medal and the Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal. Col. Turner chats with the Right Honourable Jean Chretien, the 20th Prime Minister of Canada, at a cocktail party. Years before, they had dinner together at Les Fusiliers Mont Royal to commemorate the glorious history of that Regiment. Col. Turner and HRH The Prince Edward (the youngest son of HM Queen Elizabeth II) at The Duke of Edinburgh's Awards ceremony in 2007. Col. Turner received the Supporter's Pin for his contribution to The Duke of Edinburgh's Awards. Col. Turner entertains 2009-2010 Rotary International President Mr. John Kenny of Scotland at a dinner party. Col. Turner is a 2009-2010 Rotary Club President. Col. Turner entertains Sir John Swan, Premier of Bermuda and his office staff while he was in the country speaking to various Rotary Clubs. Col. Turner also received The Paul Harris Medal from Rotary International for his meritorious work. Col. Turner discusses with Sarah, Duchess of York, the Scottish roots of the tartan of the highland dress he is wearing at a charity luncheon in 2009. American Consul-General Bernadette Allen (left) and British Consul-General Sarah Gillett assist Col. Turner in a ceremony inducting people with Colonel Commissions on behalf of the Governor of Kentucky. Col. Turner had the honor of having lunch with Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Archbishop Tutu during the 2007 Millennium Summit. Here is a poster that he did for Rotary during their 2010 International Convention, which Col. Turner also attended as President of his Club. Col. Turner was invited to the headquarters of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in 2007 to help celebrate their United Arab Emirates (UAE) Week. Standing on Col. Turner's right is Captain Aysha Al Hamli (UAE's first female pilot) and on her right is the UAE Ambassador to ICAO. Col. Turner chats with the Austrian Ambassador, His Excellency Werner Brandstetter at the 50th Anniversary of the Austrian Ball in Montreal. Col. Turner introduces British High Commissioner H.E. Anthony Cary and other VIP guests in a traditional manner at a Royal Commonwealth Society Gala Dinner. Col. Turner chats with H.I.H. Prince Charles Napoleon at a gala dinner of The Museum of Fine Arts Exhibition of Emperor Napoleon. He is currently Head of The Imperial House of France. Col. Turner at The St. James Club, where he helped organize the Royal Heraldry Society Gala Dinner. He stands between two members of his former regiment, the Grenadier Guards Company. Col. Turner poses with fellow Certified Protocol Consultants from Lebanon and Trinidad after a week of intensive training in Portland, Maine. Col. Turner talks with Mr. Paul Burrell about some of the finer points of etiquette and protocol. Mr. Burrell was the Royal Butler at Buckingham Palace to Queen Elizabeth II for 10 years as well as to Princess Diana for another 10 years until her untimely passing. Col. Turner received a papal Knighthood for his charitable work around the world at an Investiture Ceremony by Bishop Bathish. Col. Turner received his BA degree in Psychology from Concordia University, where he also did graduate studies in Education. He is also a 2005 Nobel Peace Prize Nominee. Col. Turner (third from left) organized a gala dinner under the patronage of HM King Kigeli V of Rwanda for members of The Royal Order of The Lion and their invited guests in 2007. Col. Nemo Turner, a Rotary Club President, presents country singer legend Dolly Parton a Paul Harris Medal and Honorary Rotarian Diploma during the 2010 Rotary International Convention. Ms. Parton partnered with Rotary to donate 25 million books to preschoolers to help fight illiteracy. Col. Turner stands between the outgoing and incoming President of The Royal Heraldry Society of Canada holding the Official Mace at their National Conference in October 2008. He is also the only member in North America of the prestigious Guild of Mace-Bearers in Great Britain. Col. Turner shares a moment with Mrs. Billard, Consul-General of Austria, who is wearing her beautiful national dress at the Austrian Ball. Col. Turner (right) was inducted as "The Official Town Crier" of The 78th Fraser Highlanders' Regiment by Commander Okill Stuart. Col. Turner's extensive knowledge of protocol always helps him in his ceremonial duties. Col. Turner poses with Mr. Joey Dillon, a three time World Champion six-gun handler, after one of his public shows in New York State. Col. Turner is wearing his official Texas Ranger hat and Sergeant's Badge of the Former Texas Rangers Foundation. Col. Turner and H.R.H. Dom Duarte, Duke of Braganza and Head of the Royal House of Portugal. Col. Turner was made a Knight in his Royal Order of St. Michael of the Wing and a Commander in The Royal Honor Guard. Col. Turner chats with H.E. Francois Delattre, Ambassador of France, at a gala dinner celebrating Napoleonic history and its artifacts. His Highness Count Philipp von Habsburg (Archduke of Austria and Prince of Hungary) and Col. Turner meet again in 2008 while attending The St. Stephen's Ball. Popular model and author Ms. India Hicks poses with Col. Turner in 2007. Her grandfather Lord Mountbatten and godfather The Prince Charles have something in common with Col. Turner. All learnt to entertain people with magic tricks and illusions! Singing legend Julio Iglesias receives the "Paul Harris Medal" for all his humanitarian work over the years from Col. Turner of The Rotary Club of Montreal on July 7, 2011. Paul Harris started Rotary in 1905 and it is now the world's largest and oldest service club with 1.2 million members. Col. Turner was the M.C. and Toastmaster for the 2008 Welsh Ball. Here he poses with his traditional red tailcoat and gavel of a British Toastmaster with some of the dignitaries of the event. To be a Toastmaster, one needs formal training in etiquette and protocol. Col. Turner presented his Rotary Club banner to Sir Richard Branson at a luncheon on February 23, 2010. Col. Turner was not only impressed with all his humanitarian work around the world, but also his impeccable protocol skills. Col. Turner was the first person to receive the "Global Citizen Award" for his humanitarian work from The United Nations Association in Canada. He is seen here receiving the diploma in 2005 from Director Ms. Kathryn White, while staff in the Ottawa headquarters look on. Academy Award-Winning actor and producer Michael Douglas chats with Col. Turner at a major hospital fund-raiser on May 3, 2011. Mr. Douglas also graciously donates his time as the United Nations "Messenger of Peace." Col. Turner presents an official plaque to Mr. William Shatner for his star on the Quebec Walk of Fame and Museum for his great contribution to acting and charity. Mr. Shatner was featured in TV shows such as Star Trek, Boston Legal, T. J. Hooker and many others over the years.