Pieta Compaan - "The GetSmarter online learning module is very convenient as I can do it when it suits me." Joan du Plessis - "This is by far the best way to complete a course. It suits me to study in the time available to me." Laura Brewer - "I enjoyed the course. Getsmarter has done a fantastic job of facilitating the distance learning." Pieta Compaan - "The administrative support is absolutely great! The staff are very helpful, give good and constructive comment that enhances my learning." Colette Maasdorp - "Excellent support and although its distance learning it feel as if your lecturer is just next door!" Luvo Ntezo, Sommelier of the Year 2008 - "The website is well designed and you are kept well informed. Great attention to detail by staff. World Class!" Rhona Saayman - "Your e-learning facilities are of a high standard and I am pretty sure that your \"behind-the-scenes\" is very well organized. " Vicky Vaughan - "Excellent! I have recommended GetSmarter to a number of friends. I have found the structure to be very user friendly." Beverley Cunliffe - "As a virtual newcomer to online distance learning I am finding the whole experience uplifting" Iske van den Berg - "Overall I found the course to be outstanding - thank you very much for a well thought through curriculum and excellent study material." Miranda Majiet - "I really love the setup, it was most convenient to be able to communicate with staff if you have problems. The response was excellent!" Hilary Clark - "I think that it delivers an excellent system enabling those who cannot attend courses personally." Hannelore Harms - "GetSmarter delivery model is outstanding; it is opening a new way of extending knowledge in your own time at home. " Rose Stapleton - "This course has exceeded my expectations with regards to content and ease of use. Well done and thank you." Lindi Bhembe - "The course material is very informative. I think it covers everything a small-business person needs to know about running a successful business." Sonya McManus - "The delivery of the course was top-notch! I was impressed by the support, following up and general efficiency of the online method." Corrie van Schalkwyk - "Getsmarter is a professional training institute and I have not stopped speaking to colleagues about the excellent service I have received so far." Nana Kelly - "The GetSmarter is an impressive system, well designed and easy to follow." Nicola Slater - "The support from GetSmarter staff is exceptional, professional and friendly too. Excellent!" Annelie Wada - "Overall an excellent course! Love the discussion board especially. Love to hear first hand stories from other students, their experience is invaluable" Beverley Cunliffe - "The amount I have learned in a very short space of time is amazing." Des Jackson - "Material was very well written and so relevant. It is obvious that a lot of work has gone into preparing the course." Pat Gee - "Where and when it matters, a lot of thought has obviously gone into the preparation of the course material." Linda Engelsman - "I have found the GetSmarter online learning model to be very professional and the discussion forum to be extremely helpful. "

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Meet Rob Stokes

Rob has a Marketing Honors Degree from the University of Cape Town, South Africa. He is the Founder and Group CEO of Quirk eMarketing, Africa's largest full service online marketing agency. Rob is the guiding force for the ever growing Quirk agency with a loyal client base that includes Google, BMW and FNB. On numerous occasions, Rob has entertained audiences in many countries, sharing his knowledge and expertise on a wide array of eMarketing topics. He is the co-author of the Quirk textbook - eMarketing: The Essential Guide to Online Marketing. Licensed under the Creative Commons, the textbook is used by marketing students at universities all over the world.

Meet Sarah Blake

Sarah Blake has a Bachelor of Science from the University of Cape Town, South Africa. She lectures at the University of Cape Town in eMarketing. Sarah is the co-author of the Quirk textbook - eMarketing: The Essential Guide to Online Marketing. She has worked with clients across a number of industries, including Protea Hotels, ADT South Africa, Europcar South Africa, Breadline Africa and South African Tourism. Sarah was employed by world renowned paid search company Clicks2Customers in 2006. She was employed by Firebox.com in London in 2003.

Meet Sarah Manners

Sarah graduated from the University of Stellenbosch, South Africa, with a BA in psychology, sociology and political science. She went on to do her post grad at AAA School of Advertising in Intergrated Marketing Communications. After working in traditional marketing for 18 months, she started at Quirk as a copywriter. In her time at Quirk, Sarah has been many things and even dabbled in SEO writing and strategy. She now heads up the copywriting department and is the Editor-in-Chief of Quirk's fortnightly newsletter.

Meet Tim Shier

Tim Shier graduated with a BSc in Computer Science and Psychology from the University of Cape Town, South Africa. With that, and some early work experience under his belt, he came to Quirk at the beginning of 2007. He has moved swifty through the ranks, now filling the position of Marketing Manager at Quirk while also heading up the Marketing Team for BrandsEye, Quirk’s highly successful Online Reputation Management tool. He has also given guest lectures at UCT, Vega, AAA and Red and Yellow, as well as having lectured full courses in eMarketing at the Friends of Design School.

Meet Heidi Ocker

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Heidi has a broad range of experience in the online arena having worked as a web designer, online copy writer, campaign manager and search engine marketer. Her 6 years of local and international experience has seen her work on a large variety of clients and sectors. Her specific area of expertise are acquisition and web analytics with a strong focus on paid search. She is Google Adwords and Analytics certified and has lectured on behalf of Google at South African Universities. Heidi holds a Bachelor of Journalism degree from Rhodes as well as a post graduate diploma in marketing management.

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