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How does Rick Mearns determine fees for his performances?
All of Rick's performances and presentations are customized for the event. No two events are exactly the same. Generally, for local events, fees are by the hour or for a half day or for a full day. For some corporate events (i.e. trade shows, speeches, sales meetings, etc.) there is a performance and production fee plus standard travel expenses where applicable. For an exact quote, call or email our office to discuss your next event.

How can we be certain that the presentation meets our goals and expectations?
As a professional entertainer and communicator, Rick has also planned hundreds of events. He knows the level of anxiety and detail that go into planning an event that's a "home run", and goes to great lengths to handle the entertainment details so that you can relax! When you and Rick first begin planning the event, he will provide you with a highly informative questionnaire: Success Formula: How to Ensure a Successful Event that Wins Rave Reviews"! (This formula is based on best practices gleaned from years of diverse experiences coordinating outstanding entertainment events. Rick will then use your responses to custom-craft a presentation that will meet - and more often - exceed your expectations!

Can our company executive be a part of the magic?
Of course! Nothing delights audiences more that seeing one of "their own" on stage, gently poking fun at him or herself! They can magically appear (and, yes, we can also make the boss disappear!) before or after a speech. Again, we will work with you to include an illusion that your executive can participate in that is appropriate for the occasion.

How can Rick assist us with meetings?
We all know (from experience!) that attention levels begin to decline right after the opening speaker. By including Rick Mearns on your agenda, you'll keep the energy and attention levels high and ensure that your message is being heard and remembered. Rick's unique entertainment skills can be utilized to "kickoff", transition and close your meetings, ensuring lots of fun, surprises and audience interest.

Why should you select Rick Mearns and Vancouver Magic Productions for you next event?
Great question! We realize you have choices and totally appreciate your interest and concerns regarding this important decision. That's why we will guarantee your complete satisfaction.

Making your next banquet, convention, meeting, or special event memorable is a difficult task. A speaker or entertainer who gets everyone involved with an engaging and dynamic presentation is one of the major keys to making your event successful, but there are so many people to choose from? Do you hire a pure motivational speaker? A humorist? A celebrity? A comedian? It's frustrating to try and figure out something that will please everyone, isn't it?

Here are 10 powerful reasons Rick Mearns will help make your events amazingly successful, fun and memorable.

1. Rick's Successful Track Record Means That You Can Be Confident!
   How can you be confident that the person you hire is really good? Every speaker and entertainer claims to be good, but that certainly isn't any assurance, is it? The best way to know is by what other event planners have to say. Rick has hundreds of thank you and testimonial letters from other satisfied customers (SEE REVIEWS).

2. Your Event Will Run Smoothly Because You Are Dealing With A True Professional!
   Thousands of individuals and companies have utilized Rick's unique presentations to make their events memorable, successful, and fun. Rick has performed for Fortune 500 Companies. Rick's corporate client list includes: American Express Card, Bentall Corporation, Gulf Pacific Group, IKEA, PMC Sierra, Honda Canada Inc., Air Canada just to name a few. (See client page).

3. Your Group Will Leave Your Event Feeling Inspired, Uplifted, and Empowered (This statement applies to motivational programs)!
   Imagine everyone discovering how to unleash their inner power, achieve results faster than ever, and be more productive all while being entertained! Not only will everyone leave your event feeling great about themselves, your company, and you for creating such a memorable event, they will be armed with breakthrough strategies that will have a positive impact on their professional lives, their personal lives, and your business.

4. Rick Will Make Your Group Feel Special By Creating A Customized Presentation!

   Rick doesn't present "off the shelf" programs! Based on your answers to your client questionnaire, Rick will create a unique presentation for your group. This is a super important benefit! People will enjoy the program and remember it for a LONG time because the presentation was created especially for them.

5. Lots Of Audience Involvement Makes Your Event More Enjoyable For Everyone!
   Your key executives, employees and guests are the real stars of Rick's presentation. You can rest assured that although Rick has fun with the audience volunteers, they are treated with respect and are never embarrassed. People want to participate in his program because it is enjoyable for them and the rest of your group.

6. Rick Will Make Planning Your Event Easy and Hassle Free!
   Worrying about whether the speaker or entertainer is going to show up on time or show up at all and having to deal with his or her "special requests" can add a lot of undue stress and frustration to an event planner's life. Rick takes care of everything so you don't have to worry. Here's how he does this: He will contact you at least one week before your event so you can have peace of mind knowing that your speaker and entertainer will be at your event. He will contact your meeting facility to arrange the details for his program. He will arrive to your event on time, guaranteed. Not only will Rick help make your event be exciting, successful, and fun he will also make planning your event much easier and a lot less stressful.

7. Rick can provide you with a quality demo tape so you can get a good feel for his entertainment programs and his personality.
   You deserve to see what you are paying for in advance. Many entertainers and speakers can do a great job of selling themselves on the telephone but can they actually deliver the results they promise. Are they entertaining, do they utilize clean comedy, do they treat their audience with respect, are they professional and polished?

   Per your request, Rick can send you a highly entertaining 12-minute demo video.

   Bottom line: Your event is too important for unexpected surprises, insist to see a high quality demo tape from all entertainers and speakers. The demo video should give you a feel for what the performer does, how he or she interacts with the audience, and how the audience responds to the entertainer or speaker.

8. Outstanding Customer Service
   Rick Mearns and his associates at Vancouver Magic Productions offer outstanding customer service. Your questions, telephone messages and emails will be answered promptly, usually within hours.

9. Experience, Experience, Experience!
   Not only has Rick performed at thousands of different events and venues; he is constantly improving his entertainment and performance skills by attending no less than a dozen educational conferences, conventions, lectures and seminars a year.

10. You Have No Risk With Rick's "Tear Up Your Check" 100% Satisfaction Guarantee!
    Your event is extremely important to Rick. That's why he gives you a complete, 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.

    Rick makes this bold guarantee because out of the thousands of individuals and companies who have utilized his talents, no one has ever requested their money back. In fact, many of them hire him year after year.