Testimonials
This is an updated list of people who have recommended me as a consultant, speaker and founder of REBarCamp Los Angeles.
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CONSULTING:
“Ricardo Bueno personifies the ideals of social media. He is open, transparent, available and approachable. He values and shoulders well the responsibilities that come with helping others work in a dynamic information market. He knows sharing is the key to growth, as is evident in his work “How to Build A Community around your Blog”, a must-read for anyone who is evening dreaming about blogging. Even better, our conversations are filled with warm, good humor and easily exchanged ideas. Blog on, Ricardo!” January 2, 2009
Steven Stearns, Wisconsin District Manager and Blogger/Online Presence, Obeo Inc.
“Ricardo is one of the most kind and generous people you’ll ever meet. As a Social Media Consultant, he’s constantly developing new marketing processes and giving away valuable information free of charge. Ribeezie.com is the blog I visit when I want to know if a Social Network will work for my own business. Most importantly, he truly values his reader’s input. He continuously provides quality content and genuine interaction. If you’re in Real Estate, or even a Small Business owner and you’re unsure how to market your business, start a blog, or stand above your competition, Ricardo is the person you need to talk to. If you need help right now, I recommend you get Ricardo on your team before it’s too late.” December 30, 2008
Pamela Weir
“Ricardo is a wealth of information on the use of social media to expand your business. His breadth and depth of knowledge on the subject is phenomenal, and he’s able to explain concepts in easy to understand terms. Ricardo is a valuable resource to those of us looking to use social media tools and strategies in our business, and he’s willing to share his insights and techniques for their effective application. His blog at www.ribeezie.com has become a must read for me, and I’ve learned an incredible amount from Ricardo. I highly recommend Ricardo Bueno as a social media strategist, author and speaker.” November 21, 2008
Brad Hanks, President, Brad Hanks Seminars
“Ricardo combines youthful exuberance with proven results. He understands the power of the new social media, but more importantly, how it is effectively and practically implemented in everyday business. He has successfully applied social media to improve & enhance his own business practice, and is gifted in helping others learn how to achieve the same powerful results. His working knowledge of social media is surpassed only by his genuine warmth and likable charm.” September 24, 2008
Rich Jacobson, Community Builder/Social Media Guru, ActiveRain Corporation
“Ricardo is one of the most progressive social media strategists that I know. He constantly keeps on top of new ideas and social media changes. Ricardo has successfully built several blogs with a loyal readership base and is an author of a Real Estate Social Media e-Book that brings value to many. He has a clear understanding of realtor and lender on-line needs. I would not hesitate hiring Ricardo to help optimize my blog and highly recommend him to others.” September 5, 2008
Irina Netchaev, Real Estate Broker Associate, Keller Williams International Realty
“Ricardo is one of those guys that just gets it! His grasp on social media is impressive and his ability to break it down into simple terms solidifies him as a thought leader in this space. He has been a source of inspiration and not only is he a talented individual, he’s a good guy. I highly recommend him.” August 24, 2008
Brian Requarth, CEO, Co-Founder, Bilingual Marketing Group
SPEAKING:
“Ricardo is an energetic go-getter, who is not only very knowledgeable about all things social media and blogging, but also has a heart of gold, and is always willing to jump in and help others. He also has a great personality and charisma, that makes him a great speaker at any event.” February 26, 2009
Lori Bee, Owner/BIC, Bee Realty
“Ricardo is a great speaker and very knowledgeable on all aspects of blogging and social networking media. Thank you, Ricardo!” October 3, 2008
Marianne Snygg, Associate Broker, Prudential Professional REALTORS®
FOUNDER, REBARCAMP LOS ANGELES:
“Ricardo was the organizer of the recent Real Estate Bar Camp that took place in Los Angeles. He did an excellent job from start to finish - developing the concept of what the event would look like, getting buy-in from others who volunteered to help organize the event, obtaining a large list of sponsors to help fund the event, finding a great venue, keeping all interested parties informed vie a website, Facebook group and email, and so much more. This event was tremendously successful with a turnout of almost 300 people, and Ricardo is to be commended for his leadership, dedication, vision and ability to get the job done.” April 8, 2009
Jeff Dowler, Sales Associate, RE/MAX Associates
“Ricardo is a great resource for social media information and ideas. I walked away with some great ideas that I look forward to implementing in my day to day business.” April 5, 2009
Ana Connell, Realtor at Keller Williams Realty
“REBarcamp Los Angeles is one of the most valuable events I have attended. I got educated and networked with creative cutting edge people. Ricardo did amazing work organizing and implementing the event. Make sure you atend the next one!” April 4, 2009
Jeero Hebeshian, Broker Associate at Keller Williams Realty
“Ricardo did an amazing job for REBarCamp LA! I think that one of the real challenges with an event like that is to find a way to bring something to everyone - people that are completely green to the world of blogging, social media, and technology applications, as well as those that are very seasoned. In speaking to a friend that attended that was brand new to all this, I was impressed with her enthusiasm for all she was able to take away from the event. I was amazed at all that I was able to learn and the wide variety of people that attended. Ricardo was able to draw such an incredible, and diverse, group of people. I was thrilled with the event and SO glad that I went!!” April 4, 2009
Linsey Planeta, Broker Owner, Belterra Fine Homes
“Ricardo’s tireless efforts resulted in nothing less than a spectacular REBarCamp experience. The location, sessions and socializing were all top notch, thanks to Ricardo.” April 3, 2009
Hal Lublin, CMO & Founding Member, Social Media Marketing Institute
“REBARcamp LA was a terrific experience. Ricardo did an amazing job getting everything organized. What a great experience it was for all who attended… Thanks Ricardo for all the hard work that made the event such a success. Kaye Thomas” April 3, 2009
Kaye Thomas, Real Estate Agent, Real Estate West
“Ricardo Bueno pulled off a major coup in gathering real estate professionals from throughout the Southwestern United States into one location for a dynamic one-day event–all of whom had a unified “THUMBS UP” for a superlative Los Angeles Real Estate BAR Camp. In today’s grumpy and critical real estate market? That was a major accomplishment. Would I recommend his services to the United Nations? Absolutely! Hire Ricardo and make the world a better place.” April 3, 2009
Roberta Murphy, Broker-Owner at San Diego Previews Luxury Real Estate
