CNN – California Incredible Honor…!! After finishing his conference for CNN at Dana Point, California, something very moving happened. A warm long standing ovation happened after the conclusion of the conference and a second never ending one after the Q&A session. But, the most incredible honor for Nando Parrado, was that at the exit of the Ball Room of the St. Regis Hotel, the whole AV crew was standing in formation and clapping with reverence. The Director of the AV team said to Nando: “ We have done hundreds of AV work for some of the most important companies in the world, for the last twenty years. This is the first time that my whole AV crew, without any previous plan, stood and clapped in awe for a speaker…I have never have seen or heard that happening before in our industry.”

Van Doorne (The Netherlands) Dear Nando, This is just to let you know that we have greatly appreciated your presentations in the Neatherlands last week… Letter Van Doorne (PDF)

Nando Parrado got the most spontaneous, long and strong standing ovation, that I have ever seen in the whole history of the NSA (National Speakers Association). I have not seen before a speaker which could inspire an audience  in such a way. Hats off to one of the best speakers in the world…! Sam Silverstein, CSP President of NSA Phoenix

No speaker has ever inspired or moved me, like Nando Parrado has done today… Bob Pike Director NSA Phoenix

This is the best conference that I have seen in my life…! The message, inspiration and presence of Nando Parrado at the NSA Convention, has moved me beyond comprehension. I can not thank him enough for being here…! Melanie True Hills Stobafib Org. Greenwood, TX

Indeed my friend, your keynote speech was probably the most impactful in my 30 year, 14 international award, career. I don’t tell you this to brag but I do tell you this because I am proud to say… you were the best keynote I have every had the pleasure of working with! And while I don’t play rugby (even gentle rugby) I do feel I have a new friend in you. Thank you so much for your heartfelt presentation. Warmly, Richard Lowy Executive Producer/Creative Director Branded Experiences, Vancouver, Canada.

Dear Nando, Thank you, I did return safe and sound to Sweden. I trust you did as well…but to Montevideo of course. Today I’m back in the office, and I feel empty. Some kind of “post-event-disorder” I assume. I had high expectations on your presentation, but I must say that the impression you made on me was deeper than I could have imagined. And I know that I’m not the only one. In fact you got the highest score ever of any internal or external speaker at a Skanska Management Meeting throughout the years we have had the meeting. Again, thank you for coming to Orlando and telling us your story. Until next time, enjoy life and take care, Karin Lapasoon Skanska (Sweden) Group Communications Director

Dear Mr. Parrado: The Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) Annual Meeting is now history. I have no doubt that lives were changed over the course of those four days in Toronto… Letter of James E.Rogers (PDF)

In more than twenty years of listening to speakers, this is the best speaker and speech ever..! It changes lives….many thanks Nando. Mark Lewis CEO IBM Americas

We have been producing audiovisuals, for some of the most important companies in the UK and Europe, for more than twenty years. Nando Parrado is the best speaker I have seen. Outstanding, moving and absolutely engaging. A head above all other speakers I have seen. Simply… The Best. Mark Walker Presentation Services Providers Ltd. The Matrix Studios. London

Dear Nando Having been told about you by Alberto Herrera & having read your book it was a pleasure, more than a pleasure, a thrill to meet you at the MDRT meeting this week. Your story was with out doubt the best part of an excellant meeting. Our members will long remember your message of hope & love. Thank you for sharing with us. We never know what impact we may have on the audiences we address, yours is more than a presentation, listening to you is life changing. Sincerely Tony Gordon Million Dollar Reound Table Toronto, CA.

Hi Nando, Thank you so much for attending our conference. Your talk was fantastic, so moving and inspirational. There wasn’t a dry eye in the house! I have witnessed many presentations in my career but I can say, without question, yours was the best. Do let me know if you visit London and I will be delighted to buy you dinner. Best regards John John McEwan – Chief Executive Advantage – Specialists in Travel London N1 7NH

Dear Nando, Your speech was riveting. Your impact on the audience not to be forgotten. Most importantly, your presence all around us was felt, especially by our Linkage team. Thank you for being part of this. Would very much like to continue our relationship and look for other opportunities to engage you, including the possibility next year in one of our GILD programs sometime. My very best regards, Phil Philip J. Harkins CEO Linkage, Inc. 16 New England Executive Park Burlington, MA 01803

“ I have brought to speak into our Organization, some of the best speakers in the world, in the last twenty years….but the best of the Best is Nando Parrado…” Elyse Gut Director HR Southwest Human Resources

“ The best ever speaker for our organization, has been Nando Parrado….consistently gets the best evaluations in every University, Area Conference or Chapter event he goes to….” Y.P.O ( Young Presidents Organization)

“The best speaker in the 30 years of the company….it says it all…” Hewlett Packard

Bravo…Too powerful for words..! Compelling…the best speaker and message I have ever heard..! I am speechless, I am overwhelmed…this will change my life. Excellent… Fascinating… Wonderful story; moving experience. Renewed my sense of energy. We are strong. Merryl Lynch Consumer Banking Symposium San Antonio

“Nando Parrado en su presentación logra demostrar porque la palabra “Imposible” debe ser reemplazada en toda situación por “Improbable”. A su vez, demuestra como la palabra “Improbable” puede transformarse en “Posible”. Todos en nuestra Compañia coincidimos que nunca vimos una presentación en nuestras vidas que tuviese tan alto impacto en lo profesional y personal, llegando a lugares de nosotros mismos que nos hiciese repensar situaciones, decisiones y comportamientos esenciales. Nadie fue el mismo después de esta presentación. Hay un grupo de 16 personas que tienen una tremenda, sabia e incomparable experiencia que contarle al resto de la Humanidad y lo tienen a Nando Parrado como vocero.” Sergio Prendoné Pita HR Director Kraft Foods Int.

Hey Scott, I am so glad that I made it a point to see Nando. What he learned in the end, the story he told about his father and “the Book,” well, that said it all. The change in my household since then has been a transformation. My attitude has certainly improved and because of that, my children’s behavior has changed. We had our first great weekend in ages. Max went to a client lunch with me on Saturday in Westport. Helped me for the first time ever with the Sunday dishes not even being asked!!! Olivia and I had a wonderful Mothers/Daughter Sunday, no arguing. She even went to a People to People event without a struggle. A miracle? Not of the magnitude of Nando’s experience, but most certainly affected by it. The trick will be to keep my new found perspective on life and love front and center. I may need to get a screensaver with his photo on it. Not a bad idea. Thanks so much for making sure I didn’t miss this experience. Truly lifechangeing. With regard, Beverly Saatchi & Saatchi

I attended the first session of IBMs Hundred Percent Club. I have attended many seminars and motivational speaking sessions. This was by far one of the most moving inspirational and relevant speaking engagement that I have ever seen. We as successful IBMers spend so much time away from our families that sometimes we forget the simple purpose for which we go about our business. The relevance of family first and its foundation was very moving to me. I dont believe upon conclusion of Nandos talk that there was a dry set of eyes in the audience. Many thanks for the opportunity to share time with Nando… Jason E. DeLoss IBM Georgia, USA

Hi Nando Im a sales rep for IBM and I was just in Palm Springs CA for our 100% Club. I was so inspired by your story your determination and drive were amazing! First thing I did when I got back to Atlanta is to run out and get your book. Your story should be continued to be told all across the world. Keep up the good work and again “Thank you” from the bottom of my heart for telling your story to my company!. I have two little boys that were waiting for me when I got home to Atlanta and the first thing I did was give them a big hug and kiss and tell them how much I love them. My family is my inspiration and thats the first thing I told them when I came home! Good luck in everything you do….and take care! Krista Perkins IBM Atlanta, USA

Mr. Parrado:  I just want to thank you for that most powerful speach in Palm Springs on Friday April 11.   Your courage is something most of us will never know. I will definitely take to heart the message about family. And now I can hardly wait to get home and hug my family ! God Bless you. Sincerely, Bob Wisnack IBM United States

Mr. Parrado: I was fortunate to be in the audience last Friday when you spoke to my colleagues at IBM in Palm Springs. I was 12 years old when your plane went down and 14 when I first read the story in Alive. It had a profound effect on me given the age of the principles was very close to mine .. some 5 to 10 years apart. I had often wondered about many aspects of the lives of the crash survivors … your story your message was most inspiring. In leaving the conference hall after your presentation many of my colleagues called home to tell their loved ones that they missed them and loved them. Not a moment to waste. Thank you for your message and the power of your spirit … it will certainly be something that will remain with me for a long long time. Have a great life! Stephen Dean IBM Palm Springs .

I am the Human Resource Director for Placer Electric, an I was invited to your seminar last week at the AIr force base, and I just want to say thank you so much, my life has been very touched… Letter of Diane M. Burns (PDF)

I am not sure where to begin. My name is Katherine Ashmore, and I am writing to you because you have to be the one man who has influenced me so greatly in such a short space of time. Ever since I read about your life altering Andrean “adventure”, I have been so attached to your personal story… Letter of Katherine Ashmore (PDF)

Dear Nando: Let me tell you once again how inspired we have all been with your speech and visit. I have participated in the organization of our Firm Conferences for more than 15 years now, and I don´t think we ever had someone who had your impact. And I couldn´t personally be more happy with the types of values and reflections you have helped us bring out, since it is of course all inside us. But it needs to be brought out, and you did that beautifully with your moving story and, perhaps even more, with your person. As my friend Jim Collins likes to say, leaderships is much more about being than about doing, and I believe you are leading many people these days Nando, inspiring us to live lives of impact and meaning, as individuals, professionals, and family members. Claudio Fernández Araoz. Board Member EGON ZEHNDER INTL.

Dearest Nando: Words cannot properly express how wonderful it was for me to host you, and the impact on our IBM teams is beyond what I could have imagined. I know the experience changed people, their perspective both personally and professionally.   To be able to do that, make a difference in the world  is something you should be very proud. I am so happy that we had success together, and I had the support and trust from Kark and my team to bring you to IBM.     A significant impact was made and that is magical. Please know you are never far from my mind and I am very grateful for the experience. Nina Figur (IBM)

Dear Nando: This is a long overdue thank you for your coming to Omaha, Nebraska for the Salvation Army´s D.J. Hero luncheon.  I sincerely want you to know how much Paul and I appreciated the opportunity to hear you speak again and visit with you personally. There are still many people in Omaha buzzing about your story,  especially after reading your book.  I have two girlfriends who were on the D.J. Hero selection committe and got to hear you that afternoon and have not stopped thinking about you ever since.  They were so moved by your experience, they claim that they have been “changed”.   You are changing so many lives around the world.  God is accomplishing great things through your mountain-top experience!. Another woman who attended the luncheon said, “All the women at our table could definitely feel God´s presence in that room.”  How awesome!. Here´s another story that was shared with me by my brother-in-law,  Fred.   Fred went back to his office after hearing your message of loving one another and hugged all his employees,  told them he loved and appreciated each one, then, gave them the rest of the afternoon off.  It´s a ripple effect that you have created!.   You inspire others to love one another  with a sincere heart, to be the best they can be and to persevere through hard times.  Please know that you have made an astounding impact on our community!. I am honored to call you my friend and ask God to continue to bless and guide the work He has chosen for you. I pray that our pahts cross again some day and at that time I hope for the opportunity to meet your beautiful wife and daughters. Warmes Regards and God´s Many Blessings, Lori Hogan

Dear Nando, Nando, you are an extraordinary man who has achieved extraordinary challenges with a style and dignity that I believe no other has even approached.  The way you carry out your life, you care and love your family and keep such good relationships alive with your friends, is a wonderful example for all.  No wonder you have received so many accolades,  honours and privileges.  They are well earned and you should be dutifully proud in every respect.  You know you and yours are always deep in the heart of the Stewart family. You are the Champion. Love, Jackie Stewart

I had the pleasure of hosting Nando Parrado for a couple of days, as he was preparing to give a talk to my lovcal chapter of the Young President´s Organization(YPO). Hearing about his experiences, created a lasting impression on me. Moreover, his demeanor, confidence and poise struck me as something I needed and wanted to learn more about. I found Nando to be the most pleasant, altruistic and confident person I had ever met. He was so confident with himself; he radiated serenity, which made him very charismatic and easy to be around. Patrick Finley Ohio YP