Winners' Testimonials
My experience with Gabriela international has completely changed my life in so many different ways. I cannot tell you how great it felt to be a part of such a fascinating experience. My self-esteem has increased significantly. After going through trainings and courses people tell me that I "light up the room" and it shows in my daily activities. I feel so honored to have the opportunity to represent Gabriela Productions and I am delighted to serve the community. Gabriela is a great person, she is not only my coach, but she has become a dear friend. Thank you! Erika Ruiz.
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Learning the ropes from Gabriela International Productions have been very rewarding experience. The organization puts their hearts into it in order to make sure every participant feels welcome. They go the extra mile to turn every participant into top models. Gabriela International Productions are very professional and they show that they care, and because of that I am very grateful. If you are looking for an organization that helps ordinary men and women turn their dreams into reality by giving them the opportunity to participate in a fashion show, model search without any previous experience, and at the same time supports a social cause. I advise you to look no further, this is the place you want to be. Thank you. Luis Ulloa
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It was an honor for me to represent Gabriela International Productions in spreading the word about their mission, doing their events for a good cause. Today, I am part of the organization and I work recruiting participants. I am the Assistant Producer of Gabriela International Productions. I am very proud to see how winners and participants realize and appreciate the hard work it takes to produce and run a competition and to represent Gabriela International Productions. To represent this organization you need to show honesty, loyalty and respect to yourself and to your community during your time as a winner. That is The Image ! Thank you. Andrea Villafana
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I would like to thank Gabriela Arslanoglu for helping me all this time. I am currently doing my masters in Counseling Psychology and I plan to finish my masters and jump ahead into the PhD program. It was a great experience to represent Gabriela International Productions. I met wonderful people and I had the opportunity to share my experience. After my participation I became a Judge in the 2006 event and today I am part of the organization and very proud of being part of Gabriela International Productions. Thank you. Victoria Torres
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I would like to thank Gabriela Arslanoglu who I really love so much for helping me all this time to show my skills as a professional model. I started my modeling career in Brazil when I was 5 years old. I became a contestant with Gabriela International Productions and I won. After the competition, I had the opportunity to become part of the organization. I worked all the time together with Gabriela as her assistant director. My experience was great and I am very proud to be part of her organization. Thank you. Laidiane Melo
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I would like to thank Gabriela Arslanoglu and Gabriela International Productions for this wonderful opportunity. I have met some amazing people while being a part of this organization. My experience with Gabriela International Productions has been great and I am very proud to be a part of this organization. Thank you. Rocio M. De Zeeuw
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My experience with Gabriela International Productions was incredible ! I had such an amazing time with everybody. I made new friends. I became more self secure with all the runway classes and workshops . We received seminars from professionals in the areas of Self Confidence, Nutrition, Beauty Skin, Make Up and Dental Care. I learned a lot, professional and personal growing experience. I want to thank Gabriela Arslanoglu and her staff for giving me the opportunity to be part of this Glamorous Event. Thank You Gabriela for all the support and guidance . I have so much fun doing my college internship with Gabriela from 2006-2009 and also being part of the organization. I was a judge in the 2008 event. Thank you. Hagna Milena Fernandez
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More winner testimonials coming soon.....
Some letters from the business community
Dear Gabriela,
We wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for your enthusiasm and support in the Lift Up America Giving Hope Tour event. With your help, the Kansas City event was an amazing success! Lift Up America was able to serve many of Kansas City's less fortunate by providing the gifts of food, sight, hearing and comfort. The agencies helped were overwhelmed by the generosity shown to so many and are looking forward to future events with the same spirit. As the Giving Hope Tour continues to the next city, Kansas City has set a precedent for how each event should be prepared and completed. Lift Up America could not have helped the Kansas City area without each participant's unselfish dedication to making the event as close to perfect as possible. The smiles and expressions of hope instilled in the children's faces were thanks enough for us to understand the purpose we all share in the success of the event. We are proud to be on the same team, We look forward to the opportunity to work with you in the future and again, thank you for being a part of the Lift Up America team. Regards, Wendy B. Kula, APR , Caroline Lemelin, MS, Eric Hanna.
Dear Gabriela Arslanoglu,
You were recently chosen to represent the professional and business community of Kansas City, based upon your current standing as well as criteria from executive and professionals. Who's Who Among Executives and Professional Women. Given your background, the Publishing Director believes your profile would make a fitting addition to our Honors Edition publication. Ms. Arslanoglu, on behalf of our committee I salute your accomplishments. Sincerely, M.Lowe, Who's Who Publication
Dear Gabriela Arslanoglu,
Thank you for your participation in the internship program at Johnson County Community College. The internships are a vital component of the Fashion Merchandising and Design program. You are offering an opportunity to gain valuable experience, knowledge, skills, and a positive attitude for a challenging and rewarding career. Your valuable contribution to the program is greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Joan E. McCrillis- Lafferty, Program Facilitator