Licensing
I am writing this letter to show my sincere appreciation and admiration for your consulting services provided us, towards our trademark license project. As you know, I started Java Girls with only $30K out of my pocket and opened one drive thru espresso shack in the Seattle area. Once I got my doors open, I was instantly overwhelmed by an extraordinary amount of local, national and international media exposure. I understood “as a business man” I had to act fast and do something for my business and take full advantage of all of the media exposure. I had a short window of time and not much money to work with. Then I met you.
In the beginning of our relationship you explained to me the power of trademark licensing and the importance of being first to market and I must admit I was skeptical to say the least but I went for it. I must say it has been an absolute pleasure working with you as you maintained the highest level of professionalism throughout the project. In addition I have learned several selling tactics from you that have proven extremely beneficial while selling my trademark licenses.
Thanks to you, I now have registered Trademark’s in the United States & Canada and I sold $_________ (FTC won’t let me put the actual amount he made — email me for the letter with the amount) worth of licenses in the first 2 months of going to market and the 1st license I ever sold covered all of my initial expenses and then some. Today I am well on my way to becoming a national chain with lots of money in the bank and a strong game plan for future expansion and this has happened almost overnight. Thanks to you, my family’s future has never been brighter. Know that I will recommend your services to everyone I know and would be proud for you to use me as a reference for any future clients. ––Steve McDaniel
I have known Ariela Wilcox, President of Brand It, Own It, Ltd. for a number of years. First as my Literary Agent when she sold (auctioned my Foreign Rights to my book in 2004) and then when she taught me her powerful proprietary method – Business Opportunity Licensing & Business Opportunity Consulting – for making great income from my past experiences and ideas. . . .
I would recommend Ariela’s services to owners who wants to make money with their business, recoup their initial investment, maximize their first location, who do NOT want to Franchise, BUT who DO want a stream of REVENUE that can be 6-7 figures. ––Debbie Crick
Ariela possesses the rare combination of true expertise amassed over years of experience, and the ability to tailor that expertise to her clients needs. For me, having spent years in the Corporate world, (primarily outside the U.S.) her knowledge has been absolutely invaluable. Not only has she encouraged and motivated me into producing quality licensing documentation, but she has also provided amazing insights into how to market to the American public.
Ariela’s licensing program is structured and methodical. With her extensive background as a literary agent, she has an uncanny ability to assess the written word and structure writing to maximize its impact. Using her incredible business acumen and professional guidance I am confident to take the final few steps to turn my vision into a reality.
Without hesitation I recommend Ariela’s services. She goes above and beyond expectations with her wisdom, authentic knowledge, and genuine insight. I’m certain that she positively impacts all those who cross her path with an open mind and a desire to succeed. ––Nikki Kay
This letter attests to my sincere appreciation for Ariela’s constant and calming presence in her work shepherding me through this licensing process. When we began this journey together, I had no idea what a license was, or why I needed to be able to sell them. Now I dream of a more secure future that I hope to make real very soon.
Ariela is a methodical planner, having the weeks and months mapped out and calendared. Always with a sense of humor, she kept control of the pace, and helped me complete each step with extra time that I knew she wanted to invest in me. She was structured and methodical, yet patient and gracious to me as I struggled to understand the concepts. I followed her step by step guidance, templates, and counsel, and as I now examine what was created, I am ready to proudly show it to the world and say, ‘let’s go’. ––Elisabeth Mack, RN, BSN, MBA
She (Ariela) opened my eyes to the value of my business and headed me in the right direction to maximize profits and protect my company at the same time. She had a course that even I, not being a computer guy, quickly grasped and her patience was never wavering as I got through the process. I would highly recommend her to any business that was looking to go to the next level in their growth.
Her knowledge and resources were far more than I anticipated and what she knows and shared with me has given me a business system that is ready to push to the next level!!!
Once again “Thanks Ariela!” for giving me my new direction to make my business the best it can be!! ––Tom Heally
Signature Program
Ariela and I have met regularly over the past few weeks and traded several emails and phone calls. She has always been quick to respond to questions and patient with all of my undertakings, including becoming a LLC and filing for 2 trademarks. She has a wealth of experience and information to offer any small business who wants to take it to the next level. I am very grateful and appreciative for her efforts and her course. I would NEVER have been able to do this without her and hope to work with her again in the future as my business grows.
I highly recommend Ariela to anyone willing who is interested in having a successful business and is willing to do something ‘outside the box.’ ––Lisa G. Hampton, M.S.
I so appreciated Ariela’s confidence in me to develop a Signature Program. She made the whole project seem simple by breaking down the steps into manageable and do-able chunks. She helped me to stay on course and soon, I saw the fruits of my labor and my signature program was taking form before my eyes. Ariela supported me along the steps with clear outlines of what I needed to accomplish and by offering helpful feedback about my writing and the structure of the program. She also provided me with a wealth of information about the publication and PR process to make my program as successful as possible. . . .
. . . .I am so thankful that Ariela came into my life when she did, to point me to some possibilities I had not considered, for being my champion and advocate in my endeavor, and for generously sharing her wisdom to help me towards my goals. ––Susan Kim, MA, LMFT
Books and Licensing
Ariela easily broke down the process, blazed the trail, and gave me concrete direction. Her ability to communicate and motivate, how to “get started”, stay on track, and finish in a timely manner enabled me to implement concepts, and keep moving forward.
From her mega celebrity rolodex, Ariela introduced me to other key professionals in the book world. Ariela is brilliant at teaching how to write and structure a book. It was comforting to know that her professional eye was overseeing collateral issues such as design, marketing, legal concepts, branding, even how to have a great book signing event.
I will always be grateful that through Areila’s seasoned confidence, connections, hand holding and expertise I was able to bring “I’m not Lazy, Crazy, Frigid or Finished” to market. ––Dr. Joni Labbe D.C., CCN, DCCN
I first approached Ariela because I knew of her reputation as an expert at helping first-time authors to get their books written and published. With her thorough and compassionate guidance and coaching, I was able to complete the first draft of a 300-page business book in just six weeks, as Ariela told me I could and should expect!
What I didn’t expect was the creative ideas that Ariela brought to the subject area of my book, which stimulated my thinking and enabled me to take my book far beyond where I had originally envisioned it could go.
Not only that. Ariela additionally and unexpectedly showed me how I could use the book as a “platform” to build an entirely new business around my idea. Her encouragement to do a Lean Selling Coaching Network to extend my vision was incredible. This was not something I had considered but it is now on the way to becoming a reality. ––Robert J. Pryor
This letter is to highly recommend The Wilcox Agency.
During my 6 weeks of consultations with Ariela I was able to accomplished great clarity and vision for my business. Ariela not only helped me understand my innate talents and passions, but assisted me to accomplish how to leverage them to make the most impact in the most lucrative way.
She is truly a master of achieving goals that seem out of reach in a way that is empowering and doable. She showed me how to leverage my signature program in multiple ways that are easy and brilliant. I found Ariela it to be well prepared, punctual, professional, and very insightful. The value I received from the consultations is truly invaluable. That is why I continue to work with her.
Thank you Ariela!
Sincerely,
Brent PT
I am so grateful to Ariela Wilcox for working with me to take my business to the next level.
I have always wanted to write a book, but often got in my own way. Working with Ariela changed everything. Ariela gave me profoundly helpful guidance each week, holding me accountable and giving me expert assistance. Her support and enthusiasm for my content has been invaluable. She always comes to our meetings with more information, market research, and innovative ideas. I am about to submit my book for self-publication and am thrilled that with her help I was able to do it in 6 weeks! ––Elizabeth Torres Psy. D., ABPP
Books
I turned to Ariela Wilcox, a literary agent in Del Mar, California. Ariela believed in my book from the first time we met in line at the post office and has expertly coached me through the process of getting it published and in the hands of readers. She specializes in working with new authors taking joy in seeing your success. . . .
. . . .Ariela Wilcox helped me make my book look great and got me jump started into the book world. Now my book stands next to others with me proudly representing it. ––Wayne Dunlap
I learned about Ariela Wilcox, a Literary Agent in Del Mar, California, from two of her former clients, Robert Pryor and Karen Winston. Both are people I deeply respect and both were enthusiastic in their praise of the support they’d received from the Wilcox Agency. I was particularly struck by the claim that Ariela could coach an author through to a completed 300-page first draft in only six weeks.
That was just what I needed. . . . ––J. Jeffrey Campbell – Former CEO of Burger King, USA – Director of the Online Graduate Hospitality Program San Diego State University
Ariela,
Thank You for being the brilliant, passionate, brave person you are to take on the challenge of coaching people to write their 1st book. Wow! Thank you for having my best interests at heart for me to deliver my first book in the smartest way possible. I am grateful for your commitment and passion to your expertise. When I did not believe in myself your incredible patience and encouragement inspired me to complete my first book!I had no idea that when signing up to write a book that I would learn so much more from you. Your wealth of knowledge in business, for protecting your clients’ intellectual capital, systematizing and monetizing, is brilliant. I’ve gained a new edge in business from your secret tips and expertise in copywriting, trademarking, licensing of business, and your Coaching Network under Trade Secret law.
My new understanding of leverage has created an entire new way of thinking for me. It is all so valuable, yet unknown by so many people.
I am forever grateful to you for being YOU …. A One of a Kind Business Wizard! ––Tracie Hasse
Ariela Wilcox was instrumental in the completion of my book: Chameleon Butterfly Dragonfly. She not only helped shape my idea into a marketable book but also masterfully guided me through an intense process.
I am extremely pleased with the result and the time in which it occurred.
I recommend Ariela to any writer that knows they have a book in them and are ready to undertake a challenging yet fulfilling endeavor. ––Cindy Silbert – Founder of TruLiving – Author of “Chameleon Butterfly Dragonfly” and “True Calling”
I write this letter to all of you future authors that are looking for a proven way to bring your creative ideas into reality. Ariela Wilcox can provide that structure for you.
Ariela’s help was invaluable. She helped determine the real purpose behind my desire to write a book and helped with the ideal style and format that worked best for my personality. She also helped with editing in a way that helped me deliver a professional quality book I could be proud of. Ariela made the difference between a desire to write a book and actually writing the book. I cannot thank her enough. ––Anthony Chadwell HHP
I highly recommend Ariela to anyone who is thinking of writing a book, struggling to complete their book, or who just has an idea and wants to explore how to bring their idea alive. Ariela’s experience and abilities can truly help you create and live your passion, I know she has done that for me. Thank you so much Ariela! ––Cathy Ochs PA-C
I’m thrilled to write this letter of recommendation for Ariela Wilcox, who has provided considerable structure and momentum in helping me to develop my passion for helping others.
Specifically, she successfully coached and guided me to write the book that I had longed to write for years. In taking both a personal and professional interest in what I had to say she worked directly with me for many, many hours, in terms of how to organize my ideas, structure the book, and include information I wouldn’t have thought of. We worked in person, online and on the phone. Our brainstorming sessions were always productive and helped me to come up with new material, and ways to express it in writing that I wouldn’t have come up with on my own. . . .
. . . .In summary, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND taking advantage of all that Ariela has to offer. She is an amazing agent, writer, editor, businesswoman, and creative spirit, and I have learned so much from her — far more than I anticipated. If you are ready to move your life and career to the next level, make that several levels, she will help you to do so. ––Kathryn Rudlin, LCSW
Coaching Network
Working with Ariela Wilcox was one of the best investments I have ever made in the expansion of my business and my brand. Ariela leaves nothing to chance as she provides her clients with everything we need to successfully launch and maintain our projects, books and or licensing businesses.
Every single call during our time together was planned out, with precision, by her in advance and executed without a hitch each and every week so that we finished our work together without missing a thing.
Because of my time with her I now have a brand new 6 figure stream of income with all the tools I need to promote and launch I as well as reap the benefits from it for the rest of my life.
Ariela was not only instrumental in launching one project but during our time together enlightened me on several other money making ideas that I had not thought of that I will be bringing into fruition as well.
Ariela is a joy to work with, I looked so forward to all of our weekly calls with excitement as she is fun, funny and extremely smart. She is someone every entrepreneur should have the pleasure of working with in their lifetime.
I highly recommend Ariela to anyone seeking out a strategic plan to create and execute a brand new idea or an expansion in their lives to create a $240K+ business. She is the real deal!!! ––Aurea McGarry
Being a coach, there are so many ups and downs when it comes to getting the next client. The inconsistency was really becoming a concern when it came to securing my financial future. That all changed when I met you.
You presented me with a way to serve more women by certifying them as coaches who would use my program. You showed me how this could provide consistent income now and in the future.
You’re an amazing teacher with a brilliant mind when it comes to making money. You’re patience was amazing as I went through the learning curve of what I needed to do.
As a result of the writing I did with you, I was able to finally see the value in what I was doing with women over 50. I got excited about my practice again and found myself attracting new higher paying clients. Thank you so much. ––Lisa Copeland #1 U.S. Dating Coach for Women over 50
When I met Ariela, I was searching for a way to leverage my time. I love seeing patients in my office but was getting tired of trading my time for money. I had just started working with patients on a 40-day Challenge, a health coaching program to lose weight and implement healthy food choices, exercise and balance. Ariela inspired me to expand this concept to an even wider range — to all women across the United States – and establish a licensing program for women of all ages to become health coaches.
Ariela helped me create the Amazing Over 40™ health coaching business, providing me with the tools which I needed to set up a health coaching business. From Company Overview to FAQ’s to hiring virtual assistants, Ariela was there every step of the way to guide me through the process. She is very methodical and organized and very intense — a quality that I admire — because we can relate on the same Type AA level.
Ariela also went above and beyond by helping me apply for a business loan, getting my credit scores and understanding the basics of trademarks, branding and marketing.
Through working with Ariela she opened my eyes to multiple streams of income within my Amazing Over 40™ health coaching business — giving me hope that there was time and financial freedom for both my health coaches and for ME! ––Dr. Diana Hoppe
Consulting – Special Projects
Working with you over the past three months has truly been a pleasure and an enlightening experience. Your knowledge in several industries has been so beneficial to me!
I contracted with you for two projects, and you over delivered on both of them! You got me to the TOP Agents in the Product Licensing Industry, and I have since contracted with one of them! I KNOW this will be a long term, very lucrative, fantastic relationship! It already is starting out that way, so THANK YOU for doing such an incredible job representing me! My product, THE SPIFTER, will soon be a household name, as well as my brand, DIANE FORSTER
INNOVATION. You connected me to the absolute RIGHT person who sees my vision and believes in it! ––Diane Forster
Just a short note to thank you for your amazing work in helping me promote my practice.
You are such a pleasure to work with. I found you were confident, knowledgeable, experienced, and reliable.
I have learned so much from you and you motivated me to take action. I’m not finished working with you yet! You are such a gem!
I would recommend you to anybody I wish success. ––Dr. Carole Disenhof – Book and Personal Brand