Hi Guys, Just when you thought our sponsorship drive was coming to a *slow and grinding halt*........... I bring you..... *PHASE II* ** Here's what I mean: Phase I was targeting large companies for large figures, and to an extent that's not going to stop completely (I still plan on talking to Ulster Bank, Bank of Ireland and Bank of Scotland...cuz AIB are *dare I say it*...cunts), however Phase II will target businesses in the DCU and Dublin City Centre area for one-time opportunities and smaller sums of cash, cuz lets face it - we're not the biggest fish in the pond - and although we think we are worthy of sponsorship from Bill Gates, Donald Trump etc. corporate Ireland does not seem to agree. For one thing - the Gala night needs to be scrapped. To be honest guys, the pressure of supplying 20-30 "big wigs" for the NuBar scares the bejesus out of me due to the overwhelmingly negative response these companies have had so far. If they cant spare 5 minutes to respond to my emails (and my god have I sent ALOT) then what makes us think that they'll come to DCU for a few hours?! I feel like my efforts have been exhausted....and the sad thing is...its only OCTOBER!!!! Should the Gala go ahead - and it be a flop (which at this point in time looks highly likely) I don't know if I could take the discouragement. My job has become harder than ever before - and its time for a change. Therefore - this new and MORE EXCITING phase of Sponsorship will begin immediately. Please read the attachment and let me know what you think. The document I've attached is meant for the committee - the ones I present to businesses will be aimed at them. I can speak more at the next committee meeting. Respond to me individually with comments n' stuff. I seriously want to deliver cash - and I feel like putting my energy into more realistic goals will be much more beneficial in the long run. *So.....Bring on Phase II???* xoxo Suz PS....Susan and Pauric - bare with me...I know this might be going over your heads a bit! -- Susan Doyle Sponsorship Officer DCU Drama