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Vince, I want to thank you for the plane tickets to Ontario. I don't know when I will have that opportunity to be with my parents, brother, and the kids together at same time again; and it was perfect. That was the best gift I could ever get. Thank you for being generous, understanding and great brother in-law.

Vince,

Thanks for volunteering for this assignment. The meeting did not make! I will get you on the agenda next time.

Your friendship and willingness to share your business insights are greatly appreciated.

Warren

Warren E. Barhorst Barhorst Insurance Group, LTD 8220 Jones Suite 100 Houston, Texas 77065 713-856-5533 Fax: 713-856-5999

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"Vince Palasota"

02/05/2010 11:17 AM

From "Vince Palasota" To cc

Subject RE: Speaking opportunity

Would be an honor.

VP

Will call you later.

VP

-----Original Message----- From: BARHORW@nationwide.com [mailto:BARHORW@nationwide.com] Sent: Friday, February 05, 2010 11:09 AM To: Vince Palasota Subject: Speaking opportunity

My brother Vinnie,

I was wondering if you would want to talk to a small group of insurance agents in Houston on March 4th. I think your life story and success are inspiring and will change their lives. I will cover your expenses and buy you a steak.

W Please excuse my brevity and typing errors. Sent from Blackberry.

I received the following feedback from a manager at MeritBuilder.com

What they said I did:
Vince displays intense tenacity with any project he engages in. MeritBuilder is no different. He supported this project when many other could not or would not. But, Vince saw the future.

What impact they said I had:
Vince's actions saved the company. If he had given up we would not be on the verge of a major success. He encouraged us to take risks, simplify the message, and focus on the customer. It was these guiding principles that drove the delivery of the current MeritBuilder product. Customer response has already been very encouraging and I know the next few months will be lucrative!

Their comments:
I want to personally thank Vince for his vision and tenacity. I look forward to working with him on this and many other projects. He is truly a mentor and personal friend.

Sincerely,

R. Dustin Henderson Co-Founder MeritBuilder.com

Feedback from:
R Dustin Henderson

Hello Vince!! I am finally getting my Meritbuilder up and running!!! It is way past due!!!! I want to tell you thank you for all your generosity to me, my classroom and school over the years!! I share your rules to success and strive to meet them every day! Thanks for being such a great example!!

Thanks for a great year, Vince. Your leadership and guidance put us on a solid footing for 2010 and beyond.

Mr. Palasota,

Thank you for being so generous with me. I really enjoyed this weekend and getting to see the great work you are doing with the 12th Man Kick Off Team Foundation.I would love to support any future events the foundation may be involved in. Thank you for taking the time to meet with me, introduce me to meritbuilder, give me the "Game Plan" book, and inspire me to seek out new opportunities.

Sincerely,

Steve Kinard Jr.

Mr. Palasota, I have only known you for a day and yet I already have so much to thank you for. I know you are very busy. Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to have lunch with me. I just regret it's too late for me to try out for the 12th man kickoff team. Our conversation has inspired me to seek out new opportunities and the book that you gave me (Game Plan) will serve as valuable insight. It was a privilege to have met you and I look forward to discussing the lessons from the book once I've read it.

Regards,

Steve Kinard Jr.

Vince, thank you for your leadership and vision on MeritBuilder. Even though I do not work very closely with you, I know how much of an impact you have had on this project and how much you believe in it. I also wanted to thank you for your provision for me to keep my involvement in the project supported and I am very grateful. Thanks for your perseverance and encouragement. I believe we have a bright future ahead of us.

Vince,

Sitting in the meeting yesterday, I realized that I don't think I've done a very good job showing you my gratitude for the opportunities that you have given me in my life. Thank you so much for supporting me and my dreams in this life. You are truly an inspiration to me and many others, which is very evident w/ your support and participation in MeritBuilder alone, not to mention the many other projects and people you support. Thank you for generosity, inspiration, motivation and support.

Sincerely,

Stacy

Stacy Meier

PAC, Inc.

1701 Vantage Dr., Ste. 100

Carrollton, TX 75006

Mobile: 214-907-0707

Direct: 469-568-1918

Fax: 214-390-0043

www.pac-inc.com

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Vince, When we asked you to speak to all of the young men and women at the Krum High School athletic banquet we knew you would do a good job but had no idea we were in for such a treat. Anyone who really knows you knows what an inspirational story your life is, but hearing it shared with a group of young adults, along with some of your advice to them, and told by you in your own words was truly inspiring. You truly have a gift for speaking to groups. There is no way to know what your long term impact was on this group but I hope that the standing ovation you received from the audience was some indication to you of how much we truly enjoyed hearing you speak to us. I hope the Lord blesses you with many more opportunities to share your knowledge, wisdom, and your story with groups such as this for many years to come.

I am proud to know someone like you and honored to call you a friend.

Joe Lucas Director of Operations and Logistics Performance Award Center 469-568-1927

Thank you for coming to pep up the class about field day. They loved hanging out with you.

Camp Summit¹s 15th Annual Golf Tournament May 4, 2009 THANK YOU!! Please enjoy this memory of the day. Your participation helped raise over $80,000 to support Camp Summit¹s camping program for children and adults with disabilities. Each year more than 1200 campers who may be physically challenged, developmentally delayed, or have other disabilities ranging from mild to severe, come to a barrier-free environment for a traditional camp experience where the focus is on Abilities not disAbilities. They enjoy nature, learn new skills and relax with their friends because of the generosity of someone like you. Thank you again for participating in the Golf Tournament and becoming part of the Camp Summit family! Sincerely,

R. Dustin Henderson

Co-Founder MeritBuilder.com

Vince, It is a pleasure to work with someone like you. I can't help but notice that a significant portion of the design work I do for you, is really you helping someone else out. What an inspiration! There will be many jewels in your crown when you get to heaven!

Thanks again for the business and for always looking out for others! Gina Overstreet

Thanks Jr. for being a great brother. Wish we could see you all more! Thanks for being a blessing to all who know you. Love your sis, Dianne

Vince,

Just wanted you to know that I appreciate you! You trusted a guy you barely knew. I am not sure what you saw in me. But, I am glad you did.

I am forever indebted to you. I hope I am able to live up to your expectations. You faith in me, inspires me to be a better person.

Thanks,

D

Vince,

The July 4th soft launch was an outstanding success. Your accuracy with a t-shirt gun is unmatched. And, you are the only guy I know who has a 50’s era fire truck standing by for just such an occasion. You provided my company and my family with memories we will never forget.

Sincerely,

R. Dustin Henderson

Vince,

Tenacity is the best word to describe you. Of course there are others: generous, honest, and caring are chief among them. But it is your tenacity what impresses me most. Your success is a result of your sheer force of will. If you believe in an idea or person, you stick with them to the very end and in most cases the end is marked by success.

Thank you for teaching me the meaning of "Never give-up" and how that philosophy can enrich one's existence. You truly leave it all on the field.

Sincerely,

R. Dustin Henderson

Bob,

Thanks so much for working with us on Merit Builder. You help on this project has given us insight that we did not know existed. I look forward to the future with MB.

Best Regards,

Vince

Meritbuilder has provided me with the opportunity to share my gratitude with you, Vince, for being the unique and special person you are, not only to me but to all of us here at PAC.

In the years I have known you, I have been inspired by your kind heart, your generosity and your dedication to your family. I feel so priviledged to have had the good fortune to know you. You are a true role model for what all men and business leaders should aspire to rise to.

Thank you so much for all of the many acts of kindness you have showered upon all of us here at PAC. You make this world a better place.