by Wade on August 20, 2009
We surveyed the attendees of the CAMA Gospel Brunch in Harlem and wanted to share some of the feedback we received from the folks who came to experience a truly different networking and fellowship event first-hand. Here’s what some of the attendees had to say:
The pianist and bass guitarist, Spirit of Love singers and featured singer Helen Slade were sincerely worshipping our Lord Jesus. They weren’t just entertaining us–they were worshipping with us, and ushering us, who would go, into God’s throne room of grace. This is what should set us apart as Christians, even as Christian business-people looking to enhance our businesses, we need to first be seeking to honor and follow Jesus. Nothing else is more important or has any eternal value. – Sylane Mack
(editor’s note – Sylane was so moved by the music that she ended up singing with Helen Slade – and doing a dynamite job of it)
I was so pleasantly surprised! I didn’t expect to enjoy it so much but I LOVED the food – Megan Egan
The CAMA Gospel Brunch is a can’t miss event at any Affiliate Summit. It is a great way to connect with other like minded people in the industry. I will be sure to make it to the next one in Vegas. – Joe Sousa
I’d rate it higher than excellent, if possible. I have some video, but it doesn’t do it justice. Emotions swell up just thinking about it- Eric Nagel
This CAMA Brunch was my favorite so far – the setting was amazing – you could feel the history – credit to John for doing an awesome job of keeping the place up. The food was great, the music was compelling and overall, I loved it. The only glitch was the transportation back – the Dominican Day parade made the accommodations on the 1 Train cozy for a bit. – Wade Tonkin
Thanks to all who came. We also got some great feedback on ways we can improve networking at the event as well as some great suggestions on how to enhance the Christian impact of the event that we’ll be looking to put into play in the next event in Las Vegas. It looks like we’ll be doing the House of Blues Gospel Brunch again, but with some tweaks - ticket sales will start in late November, so stay tuned.
God Bless,
The CAMA Team
by Karen on July 28, 2009
The Christian Affiliate Marketing Association (CAMA) invites you to kick off your Affiliate Summit experience on a high note at the CAMA Gospel Brunch at the historic Cotton Club
Who’s invited? Anyone and everyone, although seats are limited so register now.
NOTE: You DO NOT need to be a Christian to attend. This event is open to people of all faiths who want to have a good time, eat some awesome food, and hear some Gospel tunes that will have you dancing in the aisles or on the stage.
Where: The Historic Cotton Club in Harlem, NYC
When: Sunday, August 9th from 8:30-11:45 AM.
Why: To share Food, Fun and Fellowship!
How much?: $35 per person
What’s included:Awesome brunch menu, amazing Gospel music from the live Cotton Club Gospel Ensemble and starring Helen Slade and fellowship with fellow affiliate marketers you can’t get anywhere else. This is a private event…affiliate marketers will be the only folks there!
The Schedule
8:30 – Meet in Lobby of the Hilton Hotel
8:45 – Depart from Hilton via subway*
9:00 – Arrive at Cotton Club
9:10 – Welcome and Sponsor Messages
9:00 – 10:30 – Brunch and Networking
10:30 – 11:30 – Live Gospel Music
11:30 – Head back to Hilton via subway*
11:45 – Back at the Hiton in time for the start of the Meet Market
What’s on the menu? (what isn’t?)
Cold Items
Creole Tomatoes • Green Salad • Potato Salad
Southern Beet Salad • Tuna Pasta Salad
Rolls, Corn Bread & Biscuits
Hot Items
Baked Fish • Fried Chicken • Herb Roasted Chicken
Meatloaf • Braised Turkey Wings • Sauteed Chicken Liver
Scrambled Eggs • Collard Greens • String Beans
Mixed Vegetables • Candied Yams • Cuban Style Black Beans
Black Eye Peas • Baked Macaroni & Cheese • Rice Pilaf • Buttered Grits
Dessert Station
Assorted Cakes • Bread Pudding
* Menu items subject to change.
It’s incredibly good…trust us!
P.S. Please note, there are two changes to our event this time…first, you will need to purchase your subway fare separately. (It’s very reasonable, and we’ll be heading over in a group, so you won’t have to ride alone.) Transportation has always been a problem with folks needing to come and go based on their own schedules. Since we’re not booking the transportation this time, the tickets are FAR cheaper than ever before! Second, there is no open bar…mostly because no one ever really used it, so we dropped it to make the tickets even less expensive!
