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1999 PRESS RELEASE BY MARILYN HOLMWOOD TIMS, AHI SENIOR EXECUTIVE.
MEET
OUR DYNAMIC PRESIDENT EMERITUS, THE RENAISSANCE MAN AND INTERNATIONAL
CELEBRITY. THE HUMANITARIAN WHO RAISED MILLIONS OF DOLLARS FOR CHARITABLE
CAUSES AND HUMANITARIAN ORGANIZATIONS WORLDWIDE.
Maximillien De La Croix de Lafayette is an acclaimed international authority on international business operational strategies and business development .
Dr. de Lafayette is an
acclaimed international speaker, author and authority on business
development, communications and social services. He has extensively lectured
on and written about hospitality, corporate leadership, communication
strategies and journalism. For several years, he served as Director of
Development, Director of Communications, President and CEO of several
organizations in the eastern and western hemispheres as well as multi-million
Dollars corporations, generating over $250 Millions in revenues, sales and
fund raising. As an international speaker, lecturer, author and lawyer by
training and trade, de Lafayette remains a fervent advocate of accuracy in
media, business ethics, world journalism, health issues and social services.
Mr. de Lafayette added another score to his long list of creativity,
leadership and entrepreneurial successes; He wrote and directed the World
Premiere Musical Melodrama of "Marmara The Gypsy "(The Jewish Baroness) at
America's most prestigious theater: The John F. Kennedy Center for the
Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., USA. His fascination with world issues,
global communication and international business/corporate law transplanted
him on most daring terrains and regions of the world. He knew back then
that, the world commerce, the world's biggest business deals and contracts
are taking place in the rich countries of the Middle and Near East. He went
there. He studied their culture, civilization and laws. He earned his Juris
Doctorate , specialized in media and corporate law. Joined the Bar
Association and became partner with the legendary Michael Akl, President of
the Bar Association . Soon after, his services were solicited by world's
organizations dealing in Europe and the Middle East, as well as by heads of
states and leaders of that part of the world. Mr. de Lafayette is one of the
most fascinating and cultured men you will ever meet. He is known
to his friend as Max, sometimes, the Great Mad Max as it was reported in The
Washington Post. He toured the globe. He visited 46 countries and wrote the
most authoritative book on comparative social life and systems in 120
countries which appeared under the title of “SECRET BOOK OF NATIONS” in 1992,
one of his many international bestsellers. He is fluent in 7 languages.
A man of a delightful sense of humor and unsurpassed dynamism. A scholar and a
captivating story teller.
He is the only
American author, scholar and hospitality/tourism senior executive to be listed in
ENCYCLOPEDIA BRITANNICA. BOOK.
PRESS ARTICLES ABOUT DE LAFAYETTE APPEARED IN:
To name a few: 1-American Library Association, Book Review 2-American Books Reference, Book Review 3-Books in Print, Gale Research, NY 4-Forthcoming Books, R.R. Bowker, NY 5-The WASHINGTON POST (Cover Story: On The Town. Weekend Section by Eve Zibart) 6-The WASHINGTON POST (Feature Article. Weekend Section by Eve Zibart) 7-The WASHINGTON POST (Cover Story, 5 page article-Style Section by Martha Merrill) 8-The UNAUTHORIZED GUIDE TO WASHINGTON, D.C., McMillan Publishers, New York 9-USA TODAY (Cover Story: Food and Live Entertainment) 10-WHERE MAGAZINE (Cover Story) 11-WGAY Radio Station, Washington, D.C. (Main Story on the Air by Lisa Webber) 12-DETAILS MAGAZINE (Cover Story of the Year: The 300 Best Spots in America) 13-WASHINGTONIAN MAGAZINE (Cover Story-3 page article by Sheri D’Alphonse) 14- WASHINGTONIAN MAGAZINE (Cover Story-The 25 Most Favorite Places in Town) 15-WRC-NBC by Lisa Feldman 16-GUIDE TO THE BEST CHOICES IN THE NATION ( The Nation’s Best) 17-UNIVERSITY REPORTER, Washington, D.C. (Cover Story) 18-Virginia International Public Television, Channel 56 (Documentary: The Cabaret in Georgetown) 19-FREE PRESS, Washington, D.C. (Editorial by Clyde Brinkley) 20-TRANSMEDIA NETWORK NEWS, (National Coverage-WHAT’S HOT) 21-GEORGETOWNER MAGAZINE, Washington, D.C. (Cover Story by R. de Vaney) 22-WASHINGTON’S FLYER, Washington, D.C. (Cover Story) 23-IL TEMPO JOURNALE, Rome, Italy (Review by Dina Diza, Washington, D.C. Correspondent) 24-GEORGETOWN COURIER, Washington, D.C. (Vive La Difference) 25-The WASHINGTON POST/Washington Post Magazine : Entertainment/Cabaret Section.
SELECTED STATEMENTS FROM LEADERS AND PEERS
“ Prof. De Lafayette is
a walking encyclopedia. A scholar, a superb communicator and innovative
strategist.”
“Dr. de Lafayette is one
of the most intelligent and brilliant men I have ever met in my life”.
“Wealth of information”.
"Maximillien de Lafayette added class, magic and excitement to our world event." Raymond Loire, President of The Foreign Press Correspondents, Proche Orient. President of Regional Committee, Election Miss Universe Georgina Rizk.
"Maximillien makes everything possible. Brilliant mind, great communicator, glowing personality and the lord of savoir faire." Melina Mercouri, former Minister of Education and Culture of Greece, international super star and leading star of "Never on Sunday".
"Max, a man for all seasons. Brilliant, warm, captivating, mesmerizing." From a speech given by his Excellency, Dr. Kabir, former ambassador of Bangladesh to the United States, during a reception at his residence in Maryland in the honor of Mr. de Lafayette
"Mr. de Lafayette is more than an aristocrat. He is a man of the world with amazing knowledge, effective communications style, refined manners, class and distinguished leadership." His Excellency Senator Robert Sabalat, former Minister of Foreigner Affairs of Haiti.
"Counselor Maximillien de Lafayette was instrumental in the success of our mission to the Middle East. His exemplary devotion and remarkable insight were noticed and highly appreciated by our office." His Excellency, Eminence Cardinal Bertolli, Former Secretary of State of the Vatican.
"I had the honor of writing the introduction of many of Dr. de Lafayette's books and encyclopedias. I knew the man as a friend, as a scholar and as a brilliant entrepreneur-business man. He amazes him. A man of a great wisdom, immense knowledge and unsurpassed intelligence. Dr. de Lafayette is fascinating." Dr. John Chen, Laureate of the United Nations/UNESCO, former Member of the White House Convention on Information and Library Science, Washington, DC.
"My buddy Max is the man. He is the best." John Riggins, The Red Skins Quarter Back, All Americans, World Champion Super Bowl USA
"Maximilian is bigger than life and fate. A super star. Overwhelming yet humble. Grosso modo: One of the most captivating personalities, striking strategists and entertaining scholars you will ever meet. We owe Maximilian a lot. Thanks to his guidance and support, we stayed and prospered in the publishing business." Dr. Gisele Muller, World Art Celebrities Journal, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief.
"Maximillien de Lafayette was my right hand and source of strength for vital decisions taken by our law firm. His brilliant analytical mind cemented solid foundations for continuous success in our international and regional legal representations and transactions. Mr. de Lafayette was a great addition to our firm as an attorney and as a scholar." Counselor Michel Akl, President of the Bar Association, Palace of Justice, Liban.
"Max is too much. Simply brilliant!" Paul Condon, NOKIA Vice President of Sales
INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION: PRESS , MEDIA, TV, RADIO, EXPERTS, REVIEWS AND STATEMENTS
A considerable number of documentaries and articles about his accomplishments appeared in the national and international press, radio and TV stations to name a few The Washington Post, USA Today, Details Magazine, WHERE Magazine, The Nation’s Guide, McMillan Unauthorized Guide to Washington, D.C., Washingtonian Magazine, Washington Flyer, Georgetowner, Georgetown Courier, UR Reporter, Free Press of Washington, NBC, CBS, WGAY Radio Station, DC and MD, International Public TV Station, VA-Channel 56, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Stagebill, etc. National & International Internet website providers are currently displaying & listing his immense work.
8"Maximillien, the GREAT MAD MAX, the MARQUIS is Mr. Excitement par excellence and Mr. Hospitality in person! Always, first class, the best of the best." Jim Kimsey, AOL (America On Line) CEO/PRESIDENT Emeritus
8"Genius at work." Michael Yazbeck, President, Co-Proprietor of the Grand Hotel, Washington, D.C.
8"He is our ambassador to the world…he is the best of the best in the business." Michele Davis (MBA, MIT, Harvard). Paramount CEO. Washington, D.C.
8"A magician! Certainly he knows how to create the best establishments in America." Dina Diza, Il Tempo Journale , Rome, Italy. Washington's Correspondent
8"He did it again! Absolutely the best! Quality rating: 5 stars." University Reporter, Washington, D.C.
8"He made it the hottest spot in town. The last refuge for the clever!" Eve Zibart, The Washington Post, Washington, D.C.
8Selected by Details Magazine, N.Y. as the creator of "One of the Best 300 Spots in America."
8"Thank you for a wonderful night…absolutely magnificent. A memorable experience." Liza Webber "On The Air", WGAY Radio Station, Washington, D.C.
8"Extraordinary. A truly delightful Parisian experience. It is what Washington has been waiting for all these years. Wonderful evening." Lisa Feldman, WRC-NBC, Washington, D.C.
8"High marks!" WHERE Magazine, Washington, D.C.
8"The very best…one of the nation's best. Do you want to excel in the business, then learn from him." Guide to the Best Choices in the Nation
8"He brings back to Georgetown its past glory…the aristocrats are back in town. Leadership… explosion and implosion of magic, and sophistication!" Robert de Vaney, The Georgetowner Magazine, Washington, D.C.
8"Absolutely a delight! Quite magnificent." Clyde Brinkley, The Free Press, Washington, D.C.
8"A great scholar…America's leading authority on business development" Dr. John Chen, UNESO-United Nations Laureate. Former Dean of Alabama State University, Former Member Of the White House Committee on Library Science and Information Service, Washington, D.C.
8"We are so grateful for the superb services you provided us. You added class and magic to our event." Raymond Loire, President of the Foreign Press Correspondents Syndicate, Paris, Beyrouth. President of the National Committee (Regional Bureau) Georgina Rizk Miss Universe.
8" Vive la Difference! Outstanding...He made his mark on the town." Washington Courier Magazine, Washington, D.C.
8"This man has class. A lot of class. Wherever you look is beautiful and perfect… great sense of details. One of the giants in the business." Jacqueline Rodier, Grande Dame of the French Fine Cuisine, "Le Petit Paris", Paris, France
8"Max is the best." Janet Green, Former Director of the White House Operations, Washington, D.C.
8 " I come here just to see my buddy Max…He is the best." J. Riggins, Redskins Former Quarterback, NFL Hall of Fame, All American
8" His keen sense for details and public relations is unsurpassable. Most certainly, he is one of the best in the business and entertainment industries." His Excellency Senator Dr. Robert Sabalat, Former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Haiti
8"We had a great time with Mr. Max. A perfect host. I had to honor him and thank him for his warm hospitality and savoir faire by inviting you to this dinner reception in my humble residence." His Excellency Dr. Kabir, Former Ambassador of Bangladesh to the United States
8"You will be touched by his hospitality and warm welcome. He is one of the pillars of our great American enterprise. His impact on the industry was felt across the nation. He is a dear friend." His Excellency John Upston, Former United States Ambassador to Rwanda.
8"One of the giants of the industry with a heart bigger than life." Marilyn Timm, AHI National Executive Director
8"Wealth of information not available elsewhere." The American Library Association