CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

CLIENT TESTIMONIAL. Here's some recent feedback from Jennifer Hills, 11.7's very selfless and adventurous client, who combined lending a helping hand with holiday. It was her first time to Africa and she covered a lot of ground. Jennifer started in Ethiopia as a part of a medical attaché; as an active ER nurse, she handled a variety of urgent care patients as well as gave a seminar on attaining safe drinking water. She subsequently went on safari in Kenya as well as summited Mt. Kilimanjaro. 

“What an experience. I will send you a few photos to give you a taste of what you made possible. The safari, 11.7 created for my trip to Africa was flawless. Arriving into Nairobi at 6:30AM due to a delayed flight out of Addis was a little nerve racking for me, but as soon as I stepped out of the airport the guys was there with his sign waiting to give me a ride. He took me to the hotel which was incredible. Coming from Ethiopia, I would have been happy with a warm shower and cozy bed, but it was far more than that. The weather was a little cool and they had the fireplaces going and I was able to enjoy some much needed quiet alone time. Every day was better than the previous and the guides, accommodations and the little touches are what made the difference. That Masaai Mara was out of this world. I thank you for all you did to make this possible on such late notice. You are the best. I will recommend 11.7 to everyone. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Jen you are the best.”

Always inspired and somewhat jealous of those like her who have such useful and tangible skills, I’m glad that they can explore Africa with an open heart and mind. I hope to see Jennifer in Steamboat over the winter and talk safari while skiing.

-Jen Johnson 

FANCY INK PRESS

FANCY INK PRESS. I’m big into design. And while I’m not an artist of any sort, I greatly appreciate those who are. I was just flipping through Juice, Mango’s in-flight magazine and read a short article on Essiepress. It reminded me of Christie Gianni from Fancy Ink Press, who designed the 11.7 logo and hand-printed my business cards.

Since, I love Christie's style and ability to execute a vision, I thought I should give her a shout out for being such a picky and pain-in-the-ass client. Check out her company Fancy Ink Press. She recently exhibited at the Art Depot in Steamboat where I happen to spend a lot of time. 11.7 looks forward to supporting her with future projects.

-Jen Johnson

DIVA DAY

DIVA DAY. Alpine Initiatives is hosting a Diva Day in Steamboat, Saturday February 12th; please see the invitation and agenda. 11.7 is happy to partner with AI in promoting sustainability in our mountain communities as well as in Africa. 11.7 believes that sustainability and goodwill starts in one's own community and can be carried on throughout the world. 

Alpine Initiatives was started by skiers and is a catalyst for the mountain community to collaborate, contribute, and initiate change in communities and environments worldwide. Through social, ecological and agricultural interactions, AI works to create and nurture sustainable environments and communities. 

AI will discuss their current work in Kenya as well as their future work in Madagascar. 11.7 will give a brief presentation on the synergy that can be found between community development and sustainable tourism throughout Africa. The full day program is limited to 20 participants; if you are interested in attending, please contact/ RSVP to info@elevenpointseven.com or 970.439.0117. 

-Jen Johnson