Dear Mr. Neimark,

I just finished reading your book and I did not want it to end. The lessons in the book are invaluable. I am currently an MBA student hoping to get into the luxury retail industry post graduation. Any advice on entering the industry would be much appreciated. You are an amazing role model and mentor in this industry.

Thank you for writing this book so that we can learn from your experiences.

Ashley

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I first met you some time ago at one of the Luxury Marketing events. I listened to your inspirational presentation, bought your book and quoted you many times since.
Like you I started from scratch, 20 years ago when I arrived to New York from Europe, with no connections or support. I started my career at Macy’s Lancôme counter, as holiday help.
I have come a long way since. That often challenging path allows me, I believe, to appreciate your story of success that much more. I spent many years in retail environment working for prestigious skin care and fragrance companies and some 12 years ago made a transition to spa industry.

Spa industry, of course, has a many different aspect s, but it has been proven that retail plays a crucial role in any spas’ profitability. Due to very high and un-standardized labor and overhead costs, many spas that don’t have a successful retail facet have a slim chance of ever being profitable. Retail proves to be extremely challenging aspect of the spa business as owners have very little knowledge about the basic principles of retail.

In my current position as VP of Sales and Marketing for the largest Spa Marketing Company worldwide, I am in a unique position to share my retail knowledge with spa owners and operators at various educational seminars and the newsletters that I put together on regular basis.

So, thank you. Thank you for writing your inspiring book and sharing your wisdom and expertise with us. The fundamentals of successful retail that you write about, I happily share with people that are not familiar with the art of retailing and importance of supreme customer service rooted in knowledge and genuine interest. You have not only crossed 5th Avenue, but unwittingly you have bridged over to the spa industry as well.

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Dear Ira,
I am looking forward to your talk at NYU on September 10.
IN

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Dear Mr. Neimark,

First of all, it was such a honor to be able to be at your speech on November 30th for Timeless and meet you in person to have your autograph on your book.

I am taking a rest of your book with me to my upcoming vacation this week as I have read half way at this moment. Reading your book was as if I was watching a movie of it. It felt so real as they were that I could visualize I was watching a movie of it.

Most of all, thank you for sharing your great wisdom in the world of a retailing business and your amazing observation and sense not only in a business but also in people.

I am very much interested in a business part of this industry as much as creative and artistic side as a jewelry designer and I can not express enough to say “thank you” for a wonderful holiday gift, which it will be for me, to have been able to read your book.

I wish you and your family wonderful holidays and a great new year!

Warm wishes,

Norie Takano

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Dear Mr. Neimark,
I recently attended a conference at which you spoke. Unfortunately, I was not able purchase your book and obtain a personal signature, as there were none available. I do have a copy now. Would it be possible to get your signature?
Warm regards,
Abby Ludowise

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Hello Mr. Niemark,
I was one of the lucky ones at FAU to listen to your experiences and your wise words. I also read your book and it is very inspiring. What is your suggestion to someone who is planning to go into film & television production business?
Also, what is your opinion on fashion industry in India?
Thank You
- Naren

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Dear Ira,
A fabulous website as we knew you would have, and of course I am one of your book’s (and your) greatest admirers. It is a great source for your students!
Love, Annie

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Dear Ira,
I understand that you are answering business questions. Let’s see if this comes through.
Jackie

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