Testimonials for - Rod Jamieson
07850 936 045

Rod Jamieson founded Fortunetwork on Wednesday 20th August 2008. Since that time the group has grown in Edinburgh & Glasgow with Members from Aberdeen to Ayrshire.

Enclosed is what the business community have to say about Rod.

Rod Jamieson - CEO Fortunetwork Ltd

Owner of
Sharpa Photography
Jigsaw Marketing Services
Scotsgolf Ltd

Director & Partner of
Ntrails Ltd

Testimonials

Bob Love
Owner and managing consultant, Love Management Services Limited (business partner)
was with another company when working with you
“I have known Rod since early 2009 and have always been impressed by his drive and enthusiasm, which results in his achieving his objectives. Rod has grown Fortunetwork Ltd from scratch to a respected networking forum with very distinctive values of openness, sharing and mutual respect, very much an extension of his own personality. He is focussed but not dogmatically so, being ready to take on differing ideas if they appear to be more appropriate for the task in hand. Rod is also very good company with a keen sense of humour, a pleasure to know.” January 12th 2010

David Reilly MBA, Translate ITContract, Commercial Director (business partner)
was with another company when working with you
“I've worked with Rod for close to one year and I've enjoyed his energy, drive and professional approach to business. Rod is a visionary, he enjoys helping other business grow and forging solid business relationships.” February 22nd 2010

Andrew Crow
Owner, Event Video Services (business partner)
was with another company when working with you
“Rod has helped me to grow my business by talking through various aspects with me and suggesting things. He is very easy to get on with as he does not interrupt what you are saying, as some business people do! He is very well placed to manage Fortunetwork Ltd, having been in business for many years and is quite willing to help others.” January 17th 2010

Jimmy Johnston MBE
Owner, PositiveAttitude.Me (colleague)
worked directly with you
“Rod is an outstanding visionary - willing to share his valuable time with everyone. He has a unique ability to sense when a business could use one of his links / contacts to enhance that specific business and he is not slow to pass this tremendous information on Thank you Rod - I am glad to have this opportunity to recommend you to others. Jimmy” January 11th 2010

Ann Confrey
M.D. Prescott PR
Good Value, High Integrity, Creative
"Rod's approach to business support and development through Fortunetwork is extremely innovative, stimulates ideas and nurtures collaborative opportunities with like minded individuals. Members are encouraged to work together to make things happen with Rod's energy and optimism driving ideas forward and maintaining momentum. If you want to re energise your business then get involved with Fortunetwork." February 8th 2010

Bill Todd
M.D. Global Financial Consultants
was with another company when working with you
“I have known Rod professionally for several years now and have worked a lot with him during this time. Rod is dynamic and enthusiastic as well as totally reliable. Rod is a results orientated professional as well as being considerate and ethical. His integrity and knowledge of business shines through in everything he does. Rod is a modern day visionary. I would not hesitate to recommend him to any of my contacts.” January 11th 2010

Douglas Eskdale
Head of Research & Development, WorkSAAS Limited (business partner)
was with another company when working with you
“I have known Rod for a couple of years. He has an insightful and winning personality with exceptional intelligence and integrity. Rod is encouraging and caring of others and works hard to promote the best in them and for them, which in itself is unique. He has the right blend of business skills and acumen and is a great photographer. Rod has done a magnificent job in creating and initiating Fortunetwork Ltd. I have no hesitation in recommending Rod.” January 14th 2010

Bruce Macaulay
Chair of Fortunetwork Glasgow
was with another company when working with you
“It has been a great pleasure to do business with Rod through Fortunetwork. So much so I have become chair of the Glasgow group. Rod is quick to see a business opportunity for himself, and for others, and most importantly, quick to act on it too.” January 11th 2010

John Ferguson
Director, Dark Red (business partner)
was with another company when working with you
“Rod is dedicated and professional in his approach to both business and opportunities. The free flow of information, ideas and guidance make Rod a key man to know.” January 11th 2010

Andrew Casselton
Owner, eBusiness UK (business partner)
was with another company when working with you
“Rod is a top enabler of burgeoning business relationships - he recognises very quickly where people might work together to form profitable partnerships. His hard work, enthusiasm and vision speak volumes for his ability to build successful business networks.” January 11th 2010

Bill Christie
Managing Director, CER Business Finance Limited (colleague)
worked directly with you
“Rod had the initiative to consider the launch of a business network group that was totally different from those currently being promoted. The concept of Fortunetwork has ensured that the members throughout Scotland have been encouraged to work together through collaboration and indeed the original acquaintances have in many instances progressed to friendships and indeed the trust and commitment to refer business opportunities to members. I have been invited over a period of time to other "networking" groups but never felt committed to join.” January 11th 2010

Robert McNeill
(Client)
Robert hired you as a Photographer in 2008
Top qualities: Great Results, Good Value, Creative
“Rod is very professional at what he does. On a photographer's side he is very creative and certainly knows what he talking about. Rod founded Fortunetwork and he certainly knows how to build a network of professional business people. I would highly recommend using Rod for his photography services & suggest you consider coming as a guest of Fortunetwork Ltd.” January 12th 2010

Gordon Mowat (CA)
Aspire Management – M.D.
"Having met and known Rod for some time now it is clear he is one of that rare breed of high-achiever businessmen who has a real vision, passion, and determination, and also an abundance of intelligence and integrity to help other business owners and share his time and success.
Rods concept and ethos for Fortunetwork Ltd is simply inspired and is undoubtedly the way forward for successful business in Scotland and – hopefully – beyond!
Rod is highly entrepreneurial with an astonishing capacity to get things done, and has an innate ability to connect then develop ideas quickly which is fascinating to observe and participate in.
Unassuming, yet with a great sense of humour, Rod is hugely supportive and has another rare ability – to make those around him feel special and valued, and to draw them out and really feel part of what he is achieving.
For me it is a real privilege to know Rod as he has really developed my thinking about collaboration. I’m delighted and grateful to have this opportunity to recommend Rod to others.
Oh yes, and he is a brilliant photographer too!" February 20th 2010

(Sharpa Photography Testimonials – also owned by Rod Jamieson)

Andrew Hamilton Gray
Ferrari & Maserati Brand Manager‎
“Dear Rod, thank you very much for the stunning photographs! I am home over the weekend so we will select the images that we would like you to print out for us.
I am delighted to have the best in the business as our company photographer!
Thanks again Rod, Kind Regards, Andrew “June 17th 2008

Bruce Macaulay
Mac iD – Design & Creative Agency
“Rod is a great photographer‎, good photographers are hard to find, and when shooting people the no.1 quality is to be able to put the subject at ease, so they relax, and the photo ends up real. Rod has this quality to capture the real person. The ideal photographer for any occasion.‎” June 22nd 2009

Ian Murray
Azur International Ltd
“Dear Rod, the photos of our Ferrari, Lamborghini & Bentley stock that you have taken are fantastic and we are equally happy with the headshot you took of Richard and myself with our Rolls Royce Phantom. I will contact you shortly for a follow up photograph session with a Veyron.” July 27th 2008

Margot Douglas
Borders Road Safety Officer – Lothian & Borders Police
“Dear Rod, on behalf of the Borders Road Safety Unit and the British Horse Society I would like to say "a huge thank-you" to you for being so lovely and helping out with all your professional expertise. It is very much appreciated. What a success the evening was. We are delighted with the response it received. The night was a great example of partnership working. Long may it continue. Once again, my grateful thanks for your time and effort at this event. September 27th, 2008

Sharon & Kenny Rafferty
M.D. - Rafferty Joiners & Builders
“Dear Rod, Kenny and I had to write to you to thank you so much for the work you put into the portraits of our son. The Canvases are "Fab" and the DVD has given our friends and ourselves endless hours of enjoyment. What a treasure we have. You came to our house, relaxed us all and took stunning shots with all your equipment and gadgets. You really were so efficient. The results are truly fantastic and I would not hesitate to support you in the event of someone needing a true account of your expertise. Magnificent! Good luck with your exhibition in the Gallery in Edinburgh - I know you'll knock 'em dead!” October 4th 2008

Archie Hipwell
Owner - Hipwell Consultancy
“Fantastic Photos - Rod's real-life unposed images reflect the true person in a very subtle and clever way. Never seen anyone else get the same results so consistently. I would recommend him to anyone.‎” July 16th 2009

Juice Bulbeck
M.D. Bulbecks Ltd
“Good photos, even in poor light. Anyone can buy a digital camera and point and click; so why bother commissioning a photographer? The answer is simple, you only have to see the quality of Rod's work to realise he is actually very good at getting the perfect shot. Initially, I only saw thumbnails of Rod's work - I thought they were okay, but nothing special. Later I saw them in higher quality and there is a massive difference between what Rod can do and what someone like me can do and I have been taking photos as a hobby for over 20 years. Well done Rod, highly recommended."‎ 2nd June 2009

William Christie
M.D. CER
“The Professionals Professional‎, Rod has the gift of knowing how and when to capture that special image, whether it be for the "wedding/family album or indeed for business purposes. A picture describes more than words can and this is evidenced in Rod' work.‎" 2nd June 2009

Patrick & Nuala Hughes
Private Wedding Clients
“Rod you are a Star. As we live in England but getting married in Edinburgh, we just picked Rod's name from the Internet and we are so glad that we did, he was absolutely brilliant from the time he arrived until all the photos were done, he could not have been more helpful. The photos are truly wonderful and we have them as pride of place in our home and everyone comments on how lovely they are. If anyone is getting married in Scotland please contact Rod as I will guarantee that you will not be disappointed. Thanks again Rod for being part of our special day. With our very best wishes Patrick & Nuala Hughes" - Private Wedding Clients - Bedfordshire‎ 31st Mar 2009

John Vass
Private Portrait Clients
“Thank you Rod The photos you took for us have been admired by all. They are a great addition to the heart of our home. You have a tremendous talent not only processing the photos but your patience with children has to be applauded. The way you captured their personality is truly amazing!! Our daughter can't wait till you come again you made her feel like a true princess. Thank you very much. The Vass Family‎.” 4th July 2008

Simon Laidlaw
Owner, Cut Mustard TV (business partner)
was with another company when working with you
“Rod has a great eye for detail and is an excellent communicator, creative and easy to get on with - and a master of his craft. As CEO of Fortunetwork Ltd he has also proven to be a hard working individual who gets things done.”
February 8th 2010