I feel absolutely blessed by having amazing friends literally all over the world. At the end of every year I like to count my blessings and besides the obvious: Health, a beautiful family, living comfortably, being successful in my career, I always think of the beautiful people who throughout the year have touched me in one way or another.

Some, have done on a book, a movie, a song and although I have not met these people they have helped me grow in one way or another as a human being and for that I am incredibly grateful. Some have briefly entered my life and I feel delighted that their path crossed mine as they have in a brief moment provided me with a small or big life lesson.

Some have seriously enhanced my life in one or more ways…

On this last post of 2010, I want to acknowledge each and every one of the persons that were part of my life during 2010. Of course it will be impossible to add the picture of each and every one of these amazing people.

So, to make sure I acknowledge each one of you… I would like to say the following: If we met or spend time together in 2010 I would like to THANK YOU for crossing my path!

There are so many names and faces that come to mind that it is hard to remember you all at this very moment but never the less THANK YOU!

Of the top of mi mind let me acknowledge: Ciaran Doyle, Vibhuti Mutha, Mitch Carson, Larry Loik, Christian Mayorga, Yanik Silver, Karola Grunenbaum, Paul Lemberg, Simon Coulson, Keith Wellman, Andy Harrington,  Phil Bedford, Heather Kruger, Christian Farioli, Taner Kilicarslan, Hanif Sadiq, Sue Reader, Julie Meer, Vivian El Hajj, Tom Hendry. Thanks for sharing some great memories with me of 2010

And I specially want to thank and acknowledge these 40 people below for either making me feel special, supporting me, sharing amazing memories, loving me or all of the above during 2010

You guys made for me 2010 an amazing year! May 2011 bring for you lots of happiness, health, joy and prosperity

Ernesto

My Favorite People of 2010!

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 40 Mike Filsaime
Mike organized an amazing Affiliate Appreciation Weekend in Vegas and there I got to meet a number of amazing people who later on became really good friends. Thanks Mike You Rock!

My Favorite Person 0f 2010 # 39 John Carlton (Also in Picture Above)
John, thanks a million for inviting me to be Part of your Action Seminar in San Diego. I felt honored being one of the “Big Dogs” on that event.

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 38 Len Foley Len is one of the coolest dudes I’ve ever met, incredibly knowledgeable and super well connected. It was really a pleasure spending time with him in Dubai and learning from him about viral video and Membership sites. Thanks Len for coming to Dubai!

My Favorite Person of 2010#37 Reg Atwal. I really like the poise and style of Reg on stage, He MC’s events with a unique flair and as a speaker he is also very very good. I pride myself for calling him my friend and surely recommend you to connect with him!

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 36 James Schramko

It was great spending Time with James in San Diego and Washington DC this Year. James is an amazing Guy and a person I feel proud to call my friend. Thanks James for being part of my Life in 2010

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 35 Raymond Aaron

Raymond is one of the kindest and most genuine people I know, besides he’s an amazing speaker. I was thrilled when he confirmed that he was going to speak in the 2010 UPO, he flew all the way from Australia on his way to London to be with us and we got to spend some nice time together in Dubai. Raymond you’re amazing!

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 34 Leonora Pacini Leonora is an amazing lady and our “Secret Weapon” when doing Event Production. Always ‘behind the scenes’ but she always make me (us) shine. Thanks Lee for being ‘behind the scenes’ you’re amazing

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 33 Muneer Al-Busaidi

Muneer is a guy that has a quality I really admire: He can really be the soul of a party! He’s very funny and can easily make you laugh and I am happy and glad I got to meet him this year in Bahrain and Dubai.

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 32 Stan Dahl

Stan is a great guy. I had the chance to spend some time with him in 2010 in Amsterdam, San Diego (Twice) and Las Vegas and Dubai and he is always great fun to be with. Plus he’s a very well connected guy and I feel proud of having him as a friend and as a business contact.

My Favorite People of 2010 # 31 The hundreds of people who participated in all our Events in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Bahrain in 2010 You Guys Rock! This year was a journey of discovery and it was very rewarding for us to see how many people participated in all our events in 2010. You guys are amazing!

My Favorite People of 2010 # 30 Mike Koenigs I met mike in 2008 in Frank Kern’s Mass Control event in San Diego, I invited him to Dubai to speak in the first ever Unlimited Power Online event and he agreed. In Dubai we had a great time. I remember having amazing conversations over Sheesha and drinks. This Year I met Mike again in San Diego and then in Washington DC and I Invited him to come again to Dubai. He could not make it but we made a recording on his Digital Cafe Studio to present in our events. I was honoured to be there in the same studio where he has interviewed big guys like Tony Robbins, Brian Tracy, Harvey Mackey and many others. Thanks Mike you’re a super cool guy!

My Favorite People of 2010 # 29 ALL My IMI Students in Dubai, Bahrain and Abu Dhabi and other parts of the world. Guys I feel proud you selected me as your coach!

My Favorite People of 2010 # 28 The Power of 3 Tracy Repchuk, Marie O’riordan, Debbie Allen WOW What a Dynamic Trio these ladies are! Tracy, Marie and Debbie it was a pleasure spending time with you and I would like to thank you for being part of my life in 2010

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 27 Ali Sabkar

Ali is a person I was very happy to meet this year. Ali is our partner in Bahrain and one of the nicest guys I know. Habibi it is a pleasure doing business with you!

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 26 Vishen Lakhiani I met Vishen in Washington DC in March 2010 while I was wiring him to speak in Yanik Silver’s Underground event. I was really impressed of what this guy was doing so I Invited him to speak in Dubai. There he became one of the 2010 UPO best speakers.In early December I went to his Awesomeness fest in Costa Rica and I feel our relationship has gone stronger and we will sure collaborate in various projects in the furture. Vishen you’re an inspiration! Thanks.

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 25 Rosalind Gardner Ros is an extraordinary lady an amazing marketer and a fun loving person. Her ‘down to earth’ attitude is remarkable and her ‘fun to be around’ personality is a joy. (On top she loves airplanes and flying as me) Ros it was amazing having you in Dubai. I look forward to other events an occasions to ‘hang out’ with you! You’re a very special lady

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 24 Andrew Lock My dear friend Andrew Lock is someone I really enjoy spending time with. This year unfortunately, we only saw each other once while working together on the Production of Yanik Silver’s Underground event. (The picture above is on the set of  UG6) He’s a brilliant marketer a really witty guy and every time we see each other we always have a good time! Andrew You’re “DA MAN”

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 23 Dean Hunt Dean is a person I love to hang out with. He’s a guy you can have a lot of fun but also have serious conversations with. An outstanding marketer and a great and dear friend. It is actually quite funny but he’s the 2nd person I have the most pictures with on my Facebook photo album! We share a total of 75 Pictures! (On the Picture Below we are inside a Hummer Limo on our way to The Palm Jumeirah to Celebrate in Style in Sanctuary a really cool night club) That’s just evidence of the great times we’ve shared together! Salud amigo!

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 22 My Father in Law: Gerrit Voortman. Gerrit is an amazing guy. I admire from him his zest and desire from squeezing every tiny bit of juice out of life. He’s over 60 but in his spirit he’s in his 20′s that is remarkable. Also it is always a joy to see how much he enjoys to travel. As a traveler myself , I love finding people who enjoy traveling so much as he does!

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 21 Lisa Nichols. I was really fortunate to meet this amazing lady this year! All I can say is WOW! Lisa radiates positive energy like nobody I’ve ever met before. I met Lisa and her business partner Susie in Costa Rica on Vishen Lakhiani’s Awesomeness fest. It is just amazing the good vibe I felt for her, we danced had lunch dinner drinks great chats and now I am also very proud to say we are working to bring her to Dubai and India in 2011. She’s also one of the most moving and powerful speakers I’ve ever heard.

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 20 Yamil Lopez. Yamil is a good friend of mine who despite our differences, I appreciate how caring and supportive he is of me. Yamil is always there when I need him and is genuinely an amazing guy.  This year I saw him not too often but when we met we had a great time. I really appreciate when he showed up with me and my dad for my Dutch Nationalization Ceremonmy. Gracias Amigo espero cultivar la amistad mas en el 2011.

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 19 Simon Leung I am so happy that I met Simon Leung in February 2010 in Las Vegas on Mike Filsaime’s event. At first I thought he was a very quiet and distant person, but when you get to know him he’s a lot of fun! Besides he’s a powerful speaker. There are few people that I’ve really say: “Hats off” on the platform and Simon is surely one of them! Simon is joining us again in Dubai in 2011 for an amazing Google Insider’s Seminar.

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 18 Perry Marshall Perry is a guy I have been following for a number of years. I am a big fan of his work and of his marketing style, I’ve been wanting to meet him for a long time and finally I got to meet him in Austin. It was great, I stared having a conversation with him and after a little bit he said, why don’t we grab lunch together? During lunch we had a really nice conversation and I am delighted to share that he will be coming to Dubai in 2011. Perry, I am very happy that finally I had a chance to meet you this year!

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 17 Ram Ganglani I like calling Mr. Ram “The Zen Master”. He’s really an amazing person. I admire how centered and cool he remains at all times. I feel very proud of having you as a business partner Mr. Ram you’re one of a kind!

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 16 Bob Urichuck Bob for me has been a very important person not only in 2010 but for at least 3 to 4 years. Bob was literally the one that ‘showed me the ropes’ on many aspects on my Middle East speaking career. He is one of the nicest people I know and an amazing person to bounce Ideas with. Bob I truly value your friendship!

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 15 Rosalind Twyford I met Rose in one of my ‘Automatic Cashflow Workshops, she was fast to see that joining my coaching program will be very beneficial for her and she has rapidly become one of my best students and in 2011 will be one of our coaches in the Internet Marketing Iceberg Coaching program. Rose you’re a helluva cool lady! BTW We need a picture together

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 14 Barry Cummings Barry was one of my first coaching students. This year he spoke in our Get out out of the Rat Race events in Abu Dhabi and Bahrain and also became one of the founding partners of the Web Reactivators. Our Online Consulting Firm. in 2011 he’ll be also be the senior coach for new students on the IMI coachinmg program. He’s a real professional and a person I really enjoy spending time with!

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 13 James Reynolds James became my first success story in the Middle East as one of my IMI coaching students. Last year he set a goal to be one of the Speakers in our 2010 UPO and he did it! Now he’s the CEO of the Web Reactivators. James is a really clever guy and also he’s great fun to be around and I feel proud to be business partners

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 12 Elin Kilicarslan I am so happy I met Elin this year in April. She joined my IMI Coaching program and within a few months she joined my team as a Business Developing Manager. I feel so proud that she is on our team and I just have to be thankful that she was open to join our chaotic team. Elin you’re amazing and I look forward to growing the business together!

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 11 Rick Itzkowich Rick is a guy I met via B.J. Shah. I actually first Interviewed him as a speaker for the YouLearnTwit Face event and on the interview I discovered he was Mexican, Go figure! Then we met in Dubai and we had a great time. He also became best speaker on that event and we decided to partner on the Linkedin Power Launch and throughout the summer we had a lot of interaction. Then we saw again in Dubai and created a great bond and friendship. Rick is a super genuine guy and I feel very happy to have him as a business partner.

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 10 Gautam Ganglani Gautam is the best business partner I could ask for. It is amazing how synergistic our relationship is and how great we are working together. Gautam has become a very important person in my life and I am very happy of having him as a close friend and as a business Partner.

My Favorite People of 2010 # 9 Mariette Cigaar Mariette was actually my neighbor in Amsterdam. A couple of years ago over a casual conversation I discovered that she was a voice over artist and now we’re working on a project together. Mariette  has been amazingly supportive in 2010 and she’s become a close friend who I cherish and enjoy. She has also been very helpful this year taking care of our appartment in Amsterdam while we are not there. Mariette you’re a really cool person!

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 8 Dave Crane My dear friend Dave is a guy I love spending time with. Working with and brainstorming with. It is amazing how well we get along and how much we have in common. Throughout these 3 to 4 years Dave has really become a very close friend and I really value his friendship! Dave, you rock buddy!

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 7 Mary Lyka Rosit What Can I say About Lyka??? Where to start??? I call he my star. She’s not only my right hand but also the best webmaster ever. She’s been working with me for almost 4 years and I am so proud and happy to have her in my team. Lyka you’re amazing. Thanks for your constant support and always being there for me!

My Favorite People of 2010 # 6 My Brother Alex and my sister Delta. What can I say… I love these guys The more I grow older the more I realize how important family is. I value how much my sister takes care of my parents and how my brother The Doctor supports us all too. Jano and Neff I love you both

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 5 My Uncle Rodolfo Aldapa. My Uncle Rodolfo and I share a special Bond together. Besides my immediate family he’s the family member I feel the closest to and I really value how much he cares for me. Tio Eres a Toda Madre

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 4 Ramon Rodriguez. Ramon has been one of my best friends since the year 2000. He’s one of my closest friends and a very special person I enjoy spending time with! Ramoncin eres fenomenal

My Favorite People of 2010 # 3 My Mom and Dad. I do not think I would be any closer to where I am if it would not be because of my mom and dad. They have been the biggest source of love support and encouragement throughout my life and I love them dearly. Los quiero mucho Winacho y La Piguas siempre estan en mi corazon y en mis pensamientos!

My Favorite People of 2010 # 2 My Beautiful Wife Gerjola (Joan) and My son Vincent. I count these 2 people as one of my biggest blessings. Los quiero con todo el corazon Coco and Patatita

My Favorite Person of 2010 # 1 My Daughter Nina. Now, this I knew it was going to be a bit of a difficult position for me to decide… But YES I have to admit that this little princess in 2010 has wrapped me around her little finger so well that I melt just by looking at her. Its hard to explain… I love of course my wife and son equally as much but I never experienced the love a daddy can feel for a daughter WOW! Nina I am so happy you are my princess and you literally made 2010 extra special with your funny and loving ways. I love you very very much

Well, that’s it! These are my favorite people of 2010.

Thanks everyone for being part of my life and look forward to building more amazing memories in 2011.

Signing off 2010

Big Hug to all

Ernesto