Dear Mike, 

I am very pleased you asked me to write a few comments on the business dealings I have had with  you over the past twenty plus years. My comments are as follows: 

I have had the true pleasure of meeting Mike Tolley over twenty years ago, when he was working  for Showtenders in Orlando Florida. Mike was and continues to be a true professional in every  sense of the word, knowledgeable in all aspects of drink development, flair, bar design, proper  training guidelines and interpersonal skills. I have done many projects with Mike over the years  and always had the utmost confidence in his ability and willingness to help. Thru Mike’s efforts, I  achieved success with most clients when he was involved with the project. He listens to what the  customer’s concerns/issues are and provides an easy to execute solution. I would highly endorse  Mike and Beverage by Design for any beverage related project you may have. 

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Sincerely, 

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Joseph C. Smith Jr. 

Sr. Vice President Sales 

Monin Gourmet Flavorings

"Mike Tolley is one of the most creative and hands on trainers and beverage consultants in the  marketplace. He has led many seminars for my events over the years and his ability to convey  useful and applicable information regarding training, technique and taste is unsurpassed. With  years of experience both behind the bar and creating custom beverage programs is an asset to  any organization. He's definitely one of my go-to industry professionals time and time again." 

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Jen Robinson CEO The Pineapple Group llc jen@thepineapplegroup.net 

I have had the pleasure to work with Michael on many projects with multiple companies I have  worked for on, R&D, Staff & Mgmt. Training and New Concept Development and I have always  been impressed with his ability to get the job done, his professionalism and integrity. I would  gladly hire Michael again if the opportunity presented itself. 

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Richard Verrecchia 

Dir. of Beverage at Outback Restaurants OSI Restaurant Partners

Michael is one of the most forward thinkers in his business with a tremendous insight. I believe  most of his success comes from the fact that he has been in the trenches for so many years and he  has a first hand knowledge of what works and what doesn't with a no nonsense approach. You  will never be disappointed with his performance, I guarantee it. 

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Mike Odle V.P. of Sales at Sun Laboratory Services

Michael has always performed the agreed upon services in a timely fashion, a professional  manner, while displaying a passion for his work. 

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Mark Corcoran 

VP - National Accounts at Bacardi