For more information on Tony Gattari visit www.tonygattari.com.au

What Tony Gattari speaks about

Tony is a business educator.  His passionate practical, real life and enthusiastic style makes him an ideal speaker for the “hard sessions” others do not want.

Tony is considered to be a “Guru” in the following business arenas:

1.      Sales

2.      Marketing

3.      Negotiation

4.      Retail

His Story so far

Tony Gattari was born and grew up in Sydney’s outer Western suburbs to hard working Italian parents.

Deciding early on that he didn’t want an ordinary life, Tony graduated from the University of Western Sydney with a business degree and secured a job as an organiser of Harvey Norman’s computer and communications division. Within a few years he was promoted to general manager and increased the division’s turnover from a healthy $12 million to a staggering $565 million.

At the height of his success, Tony left Harvey Norman and began his own venture, Smartbuy in the field of online retailing. It was during this time that Tony’s courage was really tested, as he was forced to overcome technology stock crashes, collapsed business partnerships, nervous investors and a myriad of other problems. He quickly learnt that attitude to adversity was what determined true success in life. Tony survived a ‘perfect storm’ of market trouble and emerged as the CEO of a profitable technology company, bringing nearly all of his original employees with him.

In March 2002, Tony stepped down as CEO of Uniqueworld to set up a new company, Achievers Group Pty Ltd. Some of his large business clients include, Cisco, Australia Post, Gloria Jeans, Harvey Norman, LG Electronics, Sanyo, Mortgage Choice, Rebel Sport and many other names in addition to more than 110 small to medium sized businesses.  Tony also spent one year working as a CEO of a Public listed retailer. 

 

Known as a ‘doer’, Tony is also a powerful business speaker who has educated thousands of business owners around the world. He is the co-author of “Pillars of Business Success” and “Marketing success” and has contributed as a key author to “Secrets of Tops Sales Professionals Exposed “ and “Secrets of Marketing experts exposed” and has articles read by over 200,000 people every month. He has also starred in a number of business training products and has also created and presented a business building program on Pay TV

For more information on Tony Gattari visit www.tonygattari.com.au

What others say about Tony Gattari – The Professional Speaker

“Before having the privilege of listening to one of Tony's amazing motivational speeches I thought I knew a lot about business and being motivated. I was wrong, within a moment of Tony standing in front of me my heart and mind opened to a level I didn't know was possible. It was so long ago but what is amazing about Tony's work is, of all the seminars I have been to since then, Tony's is the only one I can remember, the only seminar that really did impact my life. There isn't a week that goes by that Mr Gattari doesn't enter my head and fix a problem without him even knowing it. Speak to this man and your life and business will change! A man of knowledge, motivation, inspiration and integrity."
Aziz Elali Director – Pizzarazzi Franchise owner – Save On Bills Hoba

“Tony Gattari, the young salesman credited with driving the Harvey Norman Group to dominance in computer sales, typifies the Harvey Norman style: straightforward, passionate, optimistic and an enthuser on a grand scale."
James Kirby Gerry Harvey Biographer

”He first came into public view as the fast-talking sales hurricane behind Harvey Norman's computer superstores”.

The Sydney Morning Herald

”Whatever it is you’re taking first up in the morning for brekkie I really want some of that each morning to get me started. Tony again I have seen a lot of people in action over my 30+ years in business time but you my friend you are truly a Rock Star. I mean that I really do!”.

Steve Conn – Managing Director – Abel Rent a Car

"Tony Gattari is a really inspirational trainer and motivational speaker. He has really fired our team up and helped us to position our offering at an enterprise level. Our sales team were blown away by his insight into different personality types of our customers/decision makers and the techniques on how to negotiate and close deals. We have subsequently engaged Tony to assist us with formulating a Sales and Marketing plan."
Jamie Duffield – Co-Owner Revolution IT
 

Credibility and enthusiasm are two of the key components to success. They are also something that Tony Gattari has in truck loads. Tony has worked with Beaumont Tiles to help inspire and educate our managers and Franchisees and we keep inviting him back ... so something must be working!  I love the great mix Tony achieves between everyday practicality of face to face customer contact with getting the philosophy right. I strongly recommend Tony’s CDs and books for anyone who wants to capture or recapture an exciting vision for their business.
Bob Beaumont - MD of Beaumont Tiles - AUSTRALIA’S FAVOURITE PLACE TO BUY TILES.

“Tony is unique. He has a regular segment on our Business Essentials audio CDs and our subscribers love him. He knows sales better than anyone else we have used over 25 years. Not only has he achieved amazing results in the selling world he has the tremendous ability to teach others. He is a motivator extraordinaire because he has an ongoing passion and is an extremely likekable person.”

Michael Schildberger– Executive Chairman of Business Essentials

“Congratulations on your fantastic performance full of great information- well done! Many people said you’re the best we have had for a long time – so keep up your great work and have a wonderful year ahead. Thank you , so much from all at Gold Coast Business Swap"
Ranine

Once again thanks for the invitation to the breakfast this morning. He was without doubt the most inspirational key note speaker I have ever heard. I would like to see his reaction to our industry with all its regulations and politics. I thoroughly enjoyed the morning
Michelle Peden

"Thanks for the thanks, and congrats on a great delivery. I even took notes, which is unusual for an event manager ....1. Make an irresistible offer; 2.Go to a thirsty crowd; 3. Get them to drink more than once. Great stuff! Cheers, Miles"
Miles Clemans - Event Manager - My Business Magazine

“During my professional & personal life over the years, I have been fortunate enough to attend a large number of seminars and be trained and informed by many National & International sales, marketing & business professionals and experts. I must say that amongst all of those I’ve heard, Tony’s Sales & Marketing messages and energetic delivery stand out as being amongst the most engaging, relevant, current and immediately practical sessions I have attended. He packs an enormous amount of information into bite sized pieces that can be used piecemeal or as a total system, to make an enormous difference to business direction & practices. He has recently helped clarify what the focus of my marketing messages needs to on to meet the needs of the current fickle generation. Thanks Tony, keep on spreading the word worldwide!!”
Jo Hanlan

“Tony shared some valuable insights in the world of marketing in today’s economic climate. His articulate and entertaining style had the audience captured from start to finish. Everyone in the room will no doubt have walked away with some amazing information and useful tips to ensure that their own marketing strategy gets the boost it needs to gain an edge in the marketplace”
John Nawotka

“Tony spoke to Central Coast Business Swap about how to market and sell when buyers are reluctant. What a powerful presentation full of out of the box take home ideas to implement in our business straight away.”
Simon Royle - President Central Coast Swap

“I sensed an exceptional quality in Tony - a passion, drive and focus packaged in authenticity- a quality I long for but have struggled to find in business circles. I thoroughly enjoyed Tony’s presentation”
Rebecca Lloyd

“What a wealth and knowledge and experiences. Loved the stories, the metaphors and the applicability of what your shared. Brilliant and down to earth” – Thank you .
Karen Calson

“Tony is a insightful and a gifted communicator. His thought provoking seminars are full of progressive ideas delivered in a very practical user friendly manner. Tony is a true motivator who succeeds in getting people focused on what’s important to succeed. The thing I like most of all is that he just doesn’t talk about ‘doing it’ he has ‘done it’. “
Steve Lynch Sky Partners

“I have sat through more of Tony's presentations than anyone else. During my time at Achievers Group, I personally was involved in over 100 of Tony's presentations all around Australia and New Zealand. It always amazed me how Tony could relate to any audience - from High Powered executives to casuals who worked only 3 hours a week. They all walked away with more knowledge because Tony engaged them. If you want a boring speaker - DON'T HIRE TONY. If you want a speaker who will not only energise your people, but also give them real life practical strategies to improve their business or professional lives - THEN HIRE TONY.”
Shaun Mooney - Chief Profit Maker - Profit Marketing

"I engaged Tony to speak at an industry conference as i have been listening to Tony speak on a business CD and he was very impressive with his thoughts. He engaged the audience very well with his true life stories about how he built Harvey Norman's computer division and how he helps over 100 businesses continue to succeed. I am listening to his business mastery CD series at the moment and his teaching's are very real and pertanent to every business."
Matthew Denehy - Founder - Eagle Insurance

I worked with Tony for a couple of years during my time at Harvey Norman and have kept in contact as we have both progressed during our careers. Much of my success today I can attribute to Tony's guidance, passion and energy. Always one to break things down into their simplest forms, focus on what needs to be done to achieve results and have the energy to follow things through. Tony's success still has its mark on the Australian industry today with Harvey Norman still a dominant player in the consumer electronics marketplace. I have been lucky enough to be involved with or work with other retailers who even today still strive to achieve what Harvey Norman has done. Tony has taken the learnings gained from his grass roots heritage, corporate career history and family life to deliver a unique view on business and life. His books, positive rants, teachings & speaking engagements deliver what is missing from a number of 'normal' presenters - true passion, energy, enjoyment and a practicality that everyone can relate to, whether teenager working out their life path or corporate high flyer looking for new inspiration”
Paul D”Ambra

”Tony Gattari delivers the fundamentals of business success without distraction from a short-term motivational buzz. His passionate and down-to-earth presenting style inspires strategic planning to implement within the business over the coming months and years, setting him apart from the stereotypical ‘motivators’ who make you feel all-powerful at the time but convey no meaningful message or ideas to actual help grow your business. With a ‘real world’ approach and practical suggestions, his teachings are simple to translate into everyday practise.”.

Paul Line - General Manager - Telcoinabox

“Tony was employed by us to get a stronger bond with fellow workers. To bring together the Sales Team and the Administration Team. His style of delivery was fresh exciting and filled with energy. He is by far the best presenter that we have had”
John Watkins- Founder and CEO of Biocycle

“Tony and I met in Portugal and spent an intensive training week together. Tony is the most charismatic trainer that I have met, not an act he really knows his stuff - as he is also the most learned, and studious, continuously reading books, thirsty for more knowledge - that he can transfer like no other. If you get the chance to go to one of his seminars it will change your life.”
Terence O'Mahony - Owner - Icon Business Solutions

“I have had more positive feedback concerning your sessions, than anything we have ever done in the past “.

Mike Jeffs - Managing Director - Network Communications

“Tony is a no nonsense down to earth communicator who can easily adapt to the audience - down & dirty through to professional & sophisticated - this is an art within itself & along with his clarity of thinking allows him to deliver training/consultancy that hits the money!
Brett Johnson - Sales and Marketing Manager Focus Press

 “Tony is an inspired speaker and formidable educator on all things to do with growing a business. His particular strengths are in the area of sales and marketing, and he's a fund of information on ways to find new business and improve a business's bottom line. His uncomplicated, common sense approach to doing business is refreshing. Everything Tony says makes sense and you wonder why more people don't think or speak like him! He is also a delightful person to work with - friendly and approachable and a man of his word.”
Heather Dawson - Producer/Production Manager - Business Essentials

“Last night’s address was powerful and impacting with lots of useful, actionable information. Your unique style is 2008 Australian – real, authentic – not froth and bubble- lots of take home “meat”.”

Norman Philips The Bill Shrinkers

"The Harvey Norman computer store managers left Tony Gattari's presentation pumped! His raw enthusiasm and obvious credibility in the subject matter had made significant impact on their understanding of the profession they were in - SALES. There was no skepticism. There was no confusion. It was without doubt one of the more relevant presentations I've I heard on sales."

Matthew Semple - Franchisee - Harvey Norman Computer Store - Auburn

"The impact on staff was dramatic to say the least.”

Linda Austin – Harvey Norman Proprietor

"The passion and enthusiasm of Tony towards his work rubs off on the audience."

Geoff Van der Vegt –Harvey Norman Proprietor

"Tony creatively expands the realms of possibilities within individual lives. Tony genuinely builds people!. Tony's dynamic and powerful presentations will challenge your motive, mindsets and practical management skills. A clear and concise communicator, Tony creatively expands the realms of possibilities within individual lives. Tony genuinely builds people! Encouraging, motivating and activating the heart to believe for more. Wherever life's journey finds you today - glean from the experience of an individual whose passion will propel your destiny! It has been such a privilege to walk with one, whose motivation exceeds the boundaries of 'self', whose voice resounds with truth and integrity."

Zella Taylor - Staff- Residential Services, Teen Challenge NSW inc

"Tony is down to earth and people respond to that well. The staff was fascinated by the "real life" angle Tony uses. "

Tim Edwards – Managing Director - Space Furniture

“Your professionalism and enthusiasm shone through in your presentation and the audience left feeling inspired. It's a pleasure to hear someone who has such clear convictions and such clarity in communicating them.”

Wendy Foster - President - North Sydney Chamber of Commerce

"Tony Passion and enthusiasm for this is the driving force behind what we learned. Everything said came from experience and humility. There was no quick fix or empty promises simply common sense ideas with an outstanding approach"

Sam O’Brien – Resource Manager - Network Communications

 “Tony enthusiasm, passion is passed on to the crowd and mixed humour with wisdom, knowledge, role plays and activities. He had me awake all the time with only 4 hours sleep".

Dr Steven J Semaar - Medland Orthodontics

"The guys here are unanimous in their praise for the workshop. They found it relevant; inspiring; accessible; and fun

Gillian Hyde - Contact Centre Manager - The Wine Society

You have inspired us.
Shane and Nina Roberts

Life and business changing – starting from today new ideas, new systems, new incentive, new beginning.
Doug Webber – Webbers Retravision

"I have everything published by Brian Tracy and Zig Ziglar, so it’s no surprise I thoroughly enjoyed Tony Gattari’s (The Achiever’s Group) presentation....see, Tony, you do appeal to some ‘owls’... Tony is a charismatic and entertaining speaker with a wealth of valuable insights to share. Tony spent time describing various personalities and how to deal with them. He pegged my type to a tee...it was almost spooky! What it also did was highlight to me one of my greatest weaknesses - what Tony called ‘paralysis by analysis due to an unattainable need for perfection. So, I took some insight into myself away from Tony’s speech along with an abundance of practical tips and tricks for working with other personality types. I purchased Tony’s book, Marketing Success, while at the conference and from I have read so far, it’s probably one of the first truly practical books for small business I’ve seen in a long time (and I should add, I consume at least one business book a week)."

Julie Lewis - Alan Lewis Accountants

"I had the pleasure to be at one of his workshops. Insightful, funny and practical sales and marketing knowledge. Cannot wait to see his next presentation at Liverpool Chamber (NSW) end of October. Disclaimer: I am a Director of Liverpool Chamber. However, I cannot speak more highly about Tony. Own several of his books as well. "
Daniel Doherty - Liverpool Chamber (NSW)
 

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