Aleeya Alimmudin, Walmart and Sam's Club, Project Manager
Eddie did a great job with coordinating the Sam's Club Networking Receptions in 10 different cities which attracted top level college students to meet with our Corporate HR Department and nationwide recruiters.

Kelly Downes, Select Event Rentals, Account Manager
Eddie and I have become fast friends over the past couple of months through ISES. He lead an amazing semniar about event marketing. His expertise in the field and knowledge from this first meeting, I knew I wanted to work with him in the future. We are now currently working on a few marketing concepts for the company I work for, Select Event Rentals. Eddie has been a key part of the excitment and cutting edge market segmentation that we want to be set apart from my competitors. If you need an event planner and someone to market your business....he is the person to do this for you! I am lucky to call Eddie my friend and industry peer, but also a key player in how we set ourselves apart of my competitors for 2012!"

John Fainter, Vice President of Development, Cypress Equities and Village at Leesburg
Eddie is very personable and a very creative thinker. His company did a great job for a large public event held at our mixed-used development, Village at Leesburg.

Sam Schwartz, Owner of Business Network International of Northern Virginia
Eddie is a driven, focus individual, his creative ideas helped promote our events for BNI NOVA. He is timely and professional in his work and delivers results with passion. Always learning and developing looking for new ideas and opportunities. Eddie is a bright and talented marketing professional, event planner, and promoter. Eddie support for BNI was recently illustrated in a BNI Gala, that included a talent contest. It was so well produced by Eddie that it was a sold out.

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Morgana Somers, Bride, Destination Wedding
We had a destination wedding in Mexico and we cannot begin to express what a big help Eddie and his team at Impact were! We could not have done it without them! They helped us along with every detail from choosing the location, the menu, the flowers, making travel arrangements, negotiating and paying all involved vendors on our behalf and coached us through every step.
Eddie was very responsive (he works way too hard!) and was especially helpful in coordinating with the local resort. This was a challenge as we had a destination wedding and the resort had a very 'relaxed' approach. Eddie made sure that we got the answers we needed right away and that we were satisfied every step of the way. Eddie and his wife Miranda travelled with us to Mexico for the wedding to ensure the venue was up to our standards and took care of all the little details. They were there any time we needed them and made it one of the least stressful days of my life! My husband and I were relaxing in the hot tub 2 hours before the wedding! How many couples can say they did that on their wedding day!!! I could go on for hours but in short it was a blessing to work with Eddie and his team and they have become close friends throughout this experience. Highly Recommended!!

Sarah Miller, Founder and President of We Believe Foundation
In October 2011, I recently had the pleasure of working with Eddie Fam and his “dream team” at IMPACT Marketing and Events to produce an unprecedented event that required him to wear many hats. A Night of Pink Hope combined art, fashion and awareness on such a personal level that those who attended his collaboration found themselves profoundly affected and in turn committed themselves to our foundation in significant ways. One could say that Mr. Fam’s biggest asset is his vast pool of resources or maybe his credibility within the Washington DC/Virginia community or perhaps his calm multi-tasking ability, all of which he certainly possesses, however I would say his strongest asset is his genuine heart. He has the ability to see your mission, partner with you in your vision and create the tools to make it happen. If you have a BIG vision, Mr. Fam will create it! I look forward to working with Mr. Fam and his “Dream Team” in the future.

Colleen Shane, Bride
Eddie Fam and IMPACT Weddings were a tremendous help for my husband and me on our wedding day. My husband and I had planned and organized most of the vendors on our own, but then realized we do not want to be "in charge" on our wedding day, or put any of our guests in that position. So we decided to hire a day-of coordinator. That was one of the best decisions we made! Eddie not only helped us out on the day of, as soon as we hired him (about 2 months before the wedding), he responded quickly to emails regarding suggestions for additional vendors we still needed. He also met with us and all the vendors one month prior to the event to ensure everyone knew the other parties and could answer questions we or they had. Eddie also had great suggestions in the month leading up to the wedding - such as writing out a detailed timeline of the day, sending a "logistics" email to our guests a couple weeks before the event, etc. Personally, it was also good to for me to have this "homework" and someone who was expecting it to be "turned in". On the day of our wedding, Eddie was at the ceremony site right on time and made sure everything looked great. When the ceremony was over, he zipped over to the reception, he was there to look into it so we could enjoy our day. I would definitely recommend Eddie Fam and IMPACT Weddings to anyone else who is looking for a coordinator for the day of their wedding. Eddie will go above and beyond to make sure your day goes off without a hitch!

Kirk Johnson, Area Director, Business Network International of Northern Virginia
Eddie Fam lives up to his business namesake - IMPACT Marketing & Events. He is a team player serving as the BNI Northern Virginia Event Planning & Marketing Director with several successful events completed during the last 18 months. Eddie has delivered creatively stellar, promotional materials and negotiated top shelf venue bookings for our region's 1000+ members. Some of Eddie’s refreshing, key characteristics include an efficiently effective work ethic, professionally positive attitude and excellent communication skills. This gent is the rising star of the Metro Washington DC Area Special Events and Conference Planners.

Susan Brooks, Event Planner
I brought Eddie on as a partner to help with the logistics and planning of the NVBIA Great American Living Awards. He handled all aspects of the planning, logistics, client meetings, partnership, etc. with professionalism, efficiency and dedication to getting the job done. He was a pleasure to work with and I will definitely partner with him for future events.

Kristin Holland, Director, Webster Group
Thank you so much for all of your help and support during our conference. You are always such a delight to work with and it makes all the difference to have competent people on whom we can depend! We have only heard positive feedback – from the client to Secretary Principle – and know you were an integral part of today’s success.

Richard Lukens, Area Director, Business Network International
Eddie organized several projects for us. He negotiated very favorable rates, found excellent locations, and managed the process well. His latest event, the BNI NOVA Gala/BNI Idol was successful. It was attended by more than 240 people. We are still receiving compliments about the program. Eddie performs well under pressure. He is driven to make your event a success.

Rick Gambhir, Photographer and Member of Business Network International
Working with Eddie and his team at IMPACT Marketing & Events is always something I look forward to. Having now worked three events with IMPACT (1 Gala, 1 party and 1 wedding) I can attest to their professionalism and expertise in planning, coordinating and executing events. I distinctly remember on one occasion at a Gala with 400+ guests where something went awry, Eddie calmly and quickly handled the situation without issue, which is a real asset as an event coordinator. In fact, having a great event coordinator like Eddie is a real asset to me as a photographer because I know that things will run smoothly without surprises. Good communication, great customer relations and a smiling and pleasant attitude are qualities that Eddie and IMPACT have in spades.
I look forward to the next event we work together

Jim Mitchell, Member, Business Network International
Eddie is a remarkable marketer with great skills to reach out for clients. He accomplishes much reaching out for clients and contributing his time to Business Networks International (BNI). His support for BNI was recently illustrated in a BNI Gala, that included a talent contest. It was so well produced by Eddie that it entranced a large audience. Beyond this, Eddie danced in a group competing in the Gala talent competition. Go with Eddie Fam!!!

Severin Hanoun, Groom
My wife and I were married on May 15th, 2010 on a beautiful day (I take credit for the weather btw). Eddie Fam was instrumental in coordinating the day as well as making sure the entire day went smooth. He double checked with vendors days and weeks in advance to make sure they were all set and clear on our unique requests. He met with us and waited patiently for us and our families to make decisions, offering his own when needed (and they were needed!). The day of, Eddie was great in making sure my wife and I never bumped into each other before the ceremony, coordinated with both families, got us food and water before the reception (critical!), and basically was our wedding-day-insurance-policy. It was great working with him and I think others could benefit from his services.

Virginia Lynn Lee, Bride
Eddie's full package wedding coordination was invaluable to our special day. We told him our vision, he listened, and delivered. Eddie found the perfect venue that suited our taste and character all at an affordable price. My husband and I both work full time jobs and have zero time for event planning. We completely put our trust in Eddie, and he did not disappoint. My husband and I still ask ourselves, "can you imagine what the day would have been like, WITHOUT Eddie?" Thankfully we didn't have to experience that...it was an amazing event that our friends and family will be talking about for a long time.

Jamie Forhan, Photographer
Eddie helped organize and present the "Night of Pink Hope" for the We Believe Foundation. I've attended hundreds of charity fashion shows but Night of Pink Hope was in a class by itself. It was simply the best. 1st class in every way. Eddie played a major role in the event. I can recommend him without reservation and look forward to working with him again in the future

Matt Somers, Groom
My wife and I had a destination wedding in Mexico that Eddie and his team worked with us on. They did a great job. It was a stress free experience and I had the most relaxed bride in the world. You cant ask for anything more than that! Great job IMPACT! We couldn't have done it without you!!

Lea Carter, Member, Business Network International
Eddie was responsible for planning and promoting a gala for BNI that was a huge success. The event was sold out and very well managed. Everyone that I spoke with had a great time and already looking forward to the encore next year. Well done!

Andrew Larris, Larris Entertainment Group
Eddie Fam is absolutely a pleasure to work with. As a vendor working with him on a wedding, I can say he really knows what he is doing, has great ideas and brings a lot to the table. The wedding was at the Mandarin Oriental and the team he put together was outstanding. I highly recommend Eddie!!

Derek Irelan, Business Network International, Assistant Area Director
I have had the pleasure of networking extensively with Eddie in several different capacities over the last few years, and have found him to be someone with the utmost integrity and professionalism. Eddie is all about making connections, and using those connections to make clients satisfied. His events are top notch, and his ability to strategically leverage his network to market events is unique and powerful. If you need marketing done for your company or for an upcoming event, and would like someone to do it professionally, l would recommend Eddie and IMPACT Marketing and Events without reservation!

David Kassir, Manna Capital Management, Onwer and Financial Advisor
I have known Eddie for approximately 10 years and am constantly impressed with the level of detail and attention with each and everyone of his events. I know people who have come up to me and stated they hadn't realized that Eddie and IMPACT Marketing & Events have operated at such a high level in terms of the size and scope of their events. I look forward to having IMPACT create the impact in my lines of business in the years to come!

Greg Shuster, Creative Designer, Angry Platypus
Eddie Fam is a driven marketer and event planner, by far the best I have ever had a chance to work with. His ability to manage anything from a fashion to a trade show is unparalleled. Eddie surpassed his role at iKY Clothing multiple times and has a sincere passion for what he does. I confidently recommend Mr. Fam for any marketing or event planning need.

Eileen Caroscio, Member, Business Network International
If you want a fun entertaining event, Eddie Fam is the guy to do it all for you. I attended this year's really fun BNI Yearly Gala event coordinated by IMPACT. A delicious dinner was followed by an distribution of awards and then a really fun talent show just like on American Idol. Lots of great talent and laughs. Really great event with dancing afterwards. Go to Eddie to make it happen for you!

Kenneth DiPasquale, Groom
Eddie was extremely professional and on point with every aspect of our wedding. Various problems came up with service providers and Eddie handled them in a prompt manner. Some were handled so quickly that we didn't even know about it until after our honeymoon. Based on the excellent wedding services that IMPACT provided us, I highly recommend them to plan your wedding!

Joanne Johnson, Fiducial
How can you NOT want to work with Eddie Fam? He is completely knowledgeable, personable, organized, enthusiastic, driven, detailed, upbeat, professional, savvy, well-connected, diligent, charming, hard working, philanthropic, experienced, smart and Fun! Eddie "knows his stuff" . He listens to his clients and researches the market and its trends totally so as to give his clients the most up-to-date, smart and fairly priced events possible

Phillip Meawad, Groom
IMPACT Marketing & Events is an extremely responsive and professional firm. We worked with Eddie Fam, who was always responsive to our needs and very helpful throughout the wedding planning process. Eddie consistently went above and beyond, and always asked us if there were other ways he could help. Eddie is a fantastic event planner, and I would recommend IMPACT events to any bride planning a wedding, or to anyone planning an event of any kind.

Sehreen Awan, Bride
I had a great experience working with IMPACT. They made my day memorable and easy! Eddie Fam brought to the table poise, experience and humor.

Sean McColl, Groom
Through Eddie Fam and IMPACT, we were able to book top notch services that made our wedding day extra special. Eddie took charge behind the scenes to ensure that everything ran smoothly so neither my bride and I nor our families had to worry about any of the logistics on our wedding day so we could just enjoy the celebration.

Stephanie Jojokian, Washington Redskins Cheerleaders and Capitol Movement Project
We were very pleased with IMPACT's event coordination for Capitol Movement Project's annual winter fundraiser.

Jenn Taylor, Bride
IMPACT was very helpful for the day of coordination of our wedding. They were responsive and took care of an "an emergency" when we had some guests arrive that we were not expecting. They worked with the caterer to resolve this issue without any guests knowing about it. IMPACT was also great at managing our vendors. I would definitely recommend them for your wedding.

Melissa Gibson, Florist, Sylvain Florist
If you are looking for a wedding coordinator - look no further! IMPACT is very professional, always on time, in total control of the wedding, and is fun to work with! As a wedding vendor, I was impressed with Eddie since he was really on top of everything during the wedding day, as well as before the wedding when he came with the clients to book my services. I would highly recommend IMPACT as an event planner!

Candace Tuohey, Director of Sales, Intelligent Office
I've been to several of the events Eddie had planned and managed with IMPACT I'm always very impressed by them and I always have a blast. The work he's been doing with BNI's 1 to 49 events is amazing. These events are heavily attended and looked forward to by everyone involved with BNI. I would highly recommend Eddie and IMPACT to anyone who is looking to plan an event whether large or small. I have full confidence in him and his abilities.

Hala Youssef, Director of Federal and Medical Divisions at EarthWalk Communications
Eddie was a client of mine when he was launching his clothing line, iKY Clothing. Eddie was very professional and had a strong sense of what he was looking to achieve and what it might take to have his goals met. He did his homework in understanding the different demographics of different radio stations and types of media campaigns we could create. Eddie worked WITH me to create a marketing campaign that would meet all of his needs. He's defines the word "partner" in not just handing the buck over to you, but will work with you to make sure that everyone is on the same page. The idea of working with Eddie again makes me smile, and I would highly recommend working with someone as genuine and focused as him.

Donnie Gray, Photographer
I've have the pleasure to work with Eddie on several occasions, and I think Eddie is a remarkable event planner. His genuine personality, attention to detail, personable nature and follow through skills put him at the top of the game. He is a true professional and gentleman with the skills to make your event very special. When you work with, or hire, Eddie and IMPACT Marketing & Events, you can feel assured and relaxed that your needs are meet with enthusiasm and professionalism.

Harry Brooks, President, Search First Marketing
I have had to opportunity to discuss marketing strategies with Eddie on several occasions. On each occasion he has impressed me with his creativity and business acumen. As referral partners, I have heard first hand from many of Eddie's clients about how they were impressed by his ability to over deliver on every project. I would wholeheartedly recommend Eddie for any event marketing effort.

Sally Attia, Sr. Consulting Services Manager, Surrex Solutions Corporation
I have known Eddie since 1990 and it is easy to say he is one of the most driven, tenacious professionals I have had the pleasure of working with. He has a positive attitude and gets the job done with creative out-of-the-box ideas. He would be an asset to any organization.

Karen McKinney, Owner, Baskets N' Bags
Eddie did a fabulous job as the event planner for the BNI mixer in July. What a hot event! A great networking party and delicious food. For the attendees the event was flawless. We got to eat, drink and make terrific business connections. Glad to hear that he is the Event Planner for the next BNI Mixer on October 29th. It's bound to be another outstanding networking event.

Brock Boyd, President, CMI
Eddie knows the marketing/events game as well as any and he is a true professional. I would happily recommend him.

Andrew Weyrich, Chief Marketing Officer, Hailcab
I have known Eddie Fam for over 12 years. We were both marketing majors at George Mason University and shared the same passion for the discipline of marketing. I had the privilege of working with Eddie in the American Marketing Association when he was President and immediately recognized his leadership and drive. Even at a young college age, Eddie was a great communicator, a very hard worker who knows how to relate to and motivate people, and most importantly he would think outside of the box, and he led us to many accolades and achievements within the AMA nationally. Lastly, on a personal level, Eddie is a great guy and more importantly, a man of great faith and that comes through in how, even with being a very busy business man, he still finds time to give back and serve his church as well as his involvement in mission trips to Africa and his work with Coptic Orphans.

Eric Davis, CEO of Sans Serif Graphics
For over 15 years Eddie Fam has proven himself as a hard worker in business. He has always been a master at networking, extending his reach and impacting all of those around him in a memorable and positive way. His contacts span the globe. I have known Eddie for quite a long time and his focus has always remained steadfast. His focus is on others. His devotion to the many philanthropies and his love for his many friends and family has helped him understand human nature. Many overlook this talent, the ability to read others and predict their interests, but in marketing, it is essential.

Rob Chevez, Owner, Caza Properties
There is no one else I would rather have do my event planning. I've known Eddie for many years, and his ability to throw amazing events is second to none. I would highly recommend his services to anyone I know.

Amber-Therese Foster, Booking Agent, Last Call Entertainment
Eddie is amazing to work with! He is dynamic, detail-oriented, extremely personable, and well-respected in our community. I always look forward to any opportunity to work with him.

Andrew Mitry, Director of Information Technology, St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church/Little Flock Christian School
Eddie is a driven, innovative marketer, whose creative ideas helped catapult events and programs at St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church on to the national scene. He is timely and professional in his work and delivers results with passion.

John Basta, Executive Director, Mission Life Center and Hope Clinic
Eddie is the most talented marketing/development director I have ever had the pleasure to work with. He has managed to direct and develop a project that is being run on the other side of the world. His passion drives him to go above and beyond the call of duty. He puts his heart, mind and energy into everything he does. You will never get less than 100% from him. He is a form of inspiration to everyone he works with.

Alan Stewart, Manager, Ferry Corsten and Duran Duran
I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with Eddie for over 10 years. I have found him to be extremely detail oriented, conscientious and able to deliver on difficult promises. His business acumen aside, he has become a trusted friend over the years. I recommend him without reservation.

Richie Frieman, CEO/President, PensEyeView.com
What Eddie has done with iKY is not only phenomenal but also inspiring. As a fellow entrepreneur, watching iKY grow and develop from Eddie’s lead, is something to truly admire. He’s got the drive and determination to take iKY to the next level and I’m excited to see it.

Mark Guirgis, Vice President, PRIMUS Telecommunications Group
Eddie Fam is one of the most organized, efficient and focused persons I have ever had the pleasure to work with. Eddie and I collaborated on many non-profit projects and, each time, he demonstrated a level of professionalism, creativity and teamwork that ensured the success of the project. A unique characteristic of Eddie is that he is not limited by the task at hand, but rather, envisions how the success of it is related to or may impact other larger project. Eddie is a professional that any creative, marketing or public relations team should have.

Katie Ibrahim, Graduate, Georgetown University - The McDonough School of Business
Eddie always seems to be a step ahead of everything. He is very detail oriented and makes sure any task set before him is accomplished the best it can be. I've seen first hand Eddie's ability to adjust seamlessly to unanticipated challenges and changes which is a must in this industry.

Nermine Nahkla, Bride
Eddie Fam and Impact Weddings were instrumental in helping my now husband Michael and I in resolving a number of vendor issues and services for our formal engagement ceremony and reception which took place in Washington DC, and our formal wedding in NY. Because of his contacts and connections in the industry, he helped us locate and sign services with vendors in DC that were within our budget, helped us address a couple of day-of organizational issues, and most importantly, provided us help and advice in dealing with a florist that canceled our contract 3 weeks before our wedding. His calmness and advice were instrumental in how we dealt with the problem (which I, like any other bride, thought was the end of the world!), dealt with the florist, and found a new florist. Thank you so much Eddie for your friendship and services!! Highly, highly recommended before any other!

Jason Howell, Motivational Speaker and Author
Throughout his career Eddie has sacrificed his own success for the success of the mission or cause he champions. I have worked with Eddie on for profit opportunities and observed his charity work--he is tireless. If you can articulate your mission, Eddie will help you distill, refine and achieve it.

Dr. Sam Rowan, NOVA Pain & Rehab Center
Nova Pain and Rehab PLLC hired Eddie at the beginning of 2007. We had just opened a clinic in Chantilly, VA. Eddie was our Marketing Director and produced results immediately. His combination of professionalism, personality and out-of-the box thinking is hard to find. I would highly recommend Eddie for any marketing or event planning that your company may need.

Ihab Marcus, Director of Client Services, 3 Cords Consulting
Eddie has a remarkable ability to remain organized and detailed during large and complex projects. Eddie always remains calm and focused on the objectives at hand while always being pleasant and professional. I've worked with Eddie on multiple projects and look forward to working with him through Impact Marketing & Events for many upcoming events. I highly recommend Eddie and his services to friends and family!

Sam Said, IT Recruiter, CIR
Eddie is a person with great character. He is honest, trust worthy, reliable and a pleasure to work and deal with.

Diana Stagnato, Booking Agent, The Moore Music Group
Eddie Fam is a pleasure to work with in every way. His company iKY Clothing, has high quality products that are unique and special. Eddie is professional, dependable, and has great marketing skills. He is also wonderful to work with as a band manager.

Jan Forman, Business Owner, The Jeans Whisperer
Eddie arranged a trunk show with a great band and many interesting people that I hope to do further business with. The proceeds went to support a charity in Zambia. I am looking forward to the next event!

Jason Kim, Fashion Designer, iKY Clothing
Eddie Fam is awesome to work with. We worked on a clothing line together called iKY Clothing. His creative directions and marketing strategies are innovative and clear. He is highly energetic and gets things done on time. He listens well and
finds the solutions to a problem. I would like to work with him again soon. He encourages other and is a true leader. He definitely love challenges and does what he says.

Howie Oren, Client
IMPACT Marketing is a heck of a firm and the hard work and dedication they give to their clients shows in the finished product. Keep up the great work.

Danielle Feder, Business Network International Member
Eddie sponsored a HUGE Business Networking International Gala.It was so popular they had to add more tables! We had a great time and enjoyed ourselves. Thanks Eddie!

Alex Hanna, Engagement Party Client
Stated simply, Eddie is a bright and talented marketing professional, event planner, and promoter. He works tirelessly for causes with which he is associated. And, as an added bonus, he is a fun guy to spend time with, whether socially or professionally.

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