I love France: the people, the language, the gorgeous country villages, the magic of Paris. In 2008, I "almost" bought a house in a delightful French village, but the day before settlement, things went astray and sadly, the sale didn't proceed.
With over 25 years experience in the marketing, events and the entertainment industry, including winning a number of national awards for excellence in marketing, it was just a matter of time before these skills were focused on my love of France. And so, French Affair was born and continues to evolve.
In July 2009, I created the first French Affair Expo to celebrate the French experience in Brisbane. After it's phenomenal success, I joined with the French community to create the Brisbane French Festival. With the help of an amazing committee, we have created the largest French festival in Australia - attracting around 50,000 people in 2010 and again in 2011. Even though I have now moved to Sydney, I'm still on the organising committee and we're working on an exciting event for 2012. Hope to see you there.
I've also written an ebook, "How To Learn French Fast" to help you fast track your French language skills. And I regularly travel to France to source a superb range of French designed and French inspired products to share with you in the online shop. I hope you enjoy your French experience ..
Thanks for visiting. A bientôt.
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Click to read article in
bMag - July 6th, 2010
Click to read article in
Honestly Woman Magazine
- April May June 2008
Click to read article in Westside News
- May 22nd, 2008
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What audiences have said at Sue's guest speaking presentations ..
“Thank you for your excellent presentation at our ‘Pamper & Prosper’ Mini-Expo on Saturday 31 May. Your preparation was evident in the fabulous slide presentation that accompanied your talk, and you are a delight to listen to – funny, articulate, and expressive. I know most of us were inspired to think way beyond our everyday lives and start to plan our own ‘affairs with life’.” - Bev Ryan, Editor of Honestly Woman magazine
“You were AMAZING!!! Let me say it again...... AMAZING!!! Not only is your calling in life to be a Francophile, but it's definately to be a public speaker. You are a natural. … You've inspired me in more ways than you realise.” - Charlotte
“It was lovely meeting you and getting inspiration to follow my own passion.” - Clemency
“You have inspired me to "go for it"!!!!” - Debra
“We attended the expo today and truly enjoyed your presentation - thank you for renewing our French desire” - Ann & Sue
“J'ai beaucoup apprécie votre présentation Samedi dernier. Vous m'avez emporte dans votre expérience en Vendée et j'ai cru y être. J'ai beaucoup aime votre dynamisme, enthousiasme et votre persistance a vouloir achever quelque chose. J'aimerai bien suivre votre "French Affair" pour peut être visiter la Vendée que je ne connais pas. Je vous souhaite beaucoup de bonheur dans votre nouvelle expédition.” - France (Yes, that’s her name !)
Translation: “I really appreciated your presentation last Saturday. You carried me away with your experience in the Vendee and I believed I was there. I really love your dynamism, enthusiasm and your determination to want to complete something. I shall enjoy following your "French Affair" and will perhaps visit the Vendee which I’m not familiar with. I wish you lots of happiness in your new adventure.”
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What French Affair customers have said ..
“Oh Sue it's such a pleasure dealing with you. I must come to the markets & meet you! Thanks - Pat
Thanks for posting my little sugar tin so quickly - it arrived in the mail today and I just love it! And thank you also for the little keyring you popped inside, it's very cute. Its a pleasure to buy things off your site, so thank you :) - Sarah
Wonderfully refreshing to receive good old fashioned personalised service - it's rare to find someone who cares about ME, the customer. Thank you Sue. - Georgia
Thank you Sue. I really appreciate your personal service. I've been crazy about all things French since my high school days and eagerly look forward each month to your French Affair newsletter. - Linda
Once again your prompt service is exceptional!! :) - Jill
Thank you Sue - it is soooo nice to find a business person who you can trust to do the right thing by the customer. I will certainly send my friends to your website. - Dianne
Just to let you know that the trolley and bag arrived in the UK and are spectacular! I will be using them at my local market which coincidentally has a French theme this week. Thanks again and kind regards, - Toni
Thank you for your efforts of bringing France downunder. Our sincere thanks for giving us a little French flavor to our Aussie lives. -Karen
Bonjour Sue, J'apprecie beaucoup votre reponse personelle ! :) J'aime ce cadeau... c'est pour une amie, mais je le veux pour moi-meme! Bonne journee. - Jill
Thank you Sue - They have arrived - MERCI. They look absolutely fabulous!!!! - Betty
You always give me a little jolt of happiness when I receive your newsletter. - Ann
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