Unfortunately, the costs of competing in this race are quite high, approximately EUR 80,000. Therefore Paul and Tori could not compete in an event like this without the generous support of various sponsors
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really don't know where to begin. Eamonn and Peter have given us the use
of their boat "The Christina" for the race for absolutely no
charge at all.
Both Tori and I were gob smacked when we were offered the boat. Not only
that but both Eamonn and Peter are helping us prepare for this trip on
all levels, from advice on rowing conditions, adjustments to the boat,
food planning as well as allowing us to train with their club in Arklow
every week. Their input has been and will continue to be absolutely invaluable
to us and I know both Tori and I will do everything humanly possible to
do justice to the incredible record the Christina has.
Appleton became our first Gold Sponsor in January 2005 and we will
always be very grateful for their faith and confidence in our ability to
complete this voyage and raise a substantial amount of money for Concern
in the process.
Appleton Capital Management is an investment management firm serving
the needs of a wide range of international clients, both retail and institutional.
Based in the International Financial Services Centre in Dublin, Appleton’s
team is dedicated to the task of delivering consistently high risk-adjusted
returns across a full spectrum of asset classes and markets.
Both Tori and I were delighted that Fyffes decided to join us
on our upcoming adventure as our one and only silver sponsor to date. Their
contribution is an enormous boost to us. Fyffes have a long and
proud history and also supported Eamonn and Peter Kavanagh when they made
history in the 1997 race. Obviously for both Tori and I, our diet
has been a very important part of our preparation. It’s nice
for us to have a company such as Fyffes on board who wholeheartedly endorse
and promote an active healthy lifestyle.
Westwood's support is invaluable to us as we have use of all their
superb facilities in Clontarf, Leopardstown and Sandymount (where we train
every week). These state of the art health and fitness clubs have absolutely
everything we need to prepare ourselves for the transatlantic race and we
are very fortunate to have the support of everyone at Westwood.
We were delighted that Vivas Health decided to become a sponsor
for our race across the Atlantic. Vivas Health have recently entered
the Irish health insurance market and like thousands of other people all
over Ireland, both Tori and I were delighted with the savings we made when
switching our health insurance to Vivas Health. This took only 5
minutes over the phone to do (Tel 1850 717 717). Touch wood we won’t
have to avail of our “overseas cover” any time in the near
future but it's good to have it in place. We would like to say a
big thank you to Oliver, Deirdre and all the Vivas Health team for all
their help and support.
Paul has worked for Cornmarket for several years. I am delighted
that my employer has not only given me time off work to pursue the row but
has also decided to sponsor us as well. I couldn’t ask for a better
employer and I have been blown away by the support from everyone at work.
Cornmarket (formerly Woodchester Brokers) was founded in 1972 as Savings & Investments Ltd. It is now one of Ireland's largest investment and insurance brokers and has been providing financial services to teachers, nurses and other public sector employees for almost 30 years.
Both Tori and I were delighted to welcome Irish Life aboard as a
bronze sponsor. It is nice to have one of Ireland’s largest and well-known
companies supporting us on this the greatest challenge of our lives. Founded in 1939, Irish Life has been taking care of their customers' financial futures for over 60 years. Irish Life is part of the Irish Life & Permanent group of companies, one of Ireland's largest and most successful financial organisations.
Using specialist knowledge of the internet, web applications and good design,
Artizan has a wealth of experience developing multimedia applications and
websites. They really liked the dream we are aiming to realise and created
this website for us.
The town of Devon is a community based town and I am so proud to
be a part of it. When I approached the town council, I was presented with
nothing but encouragement. They tool this on as an opportunity to support
the unique youth of our town. Devon is a small town situated alongside the
North Saskatchewan river in Alberta where urban comfort meets rural charm.
A place not to be missed and a community to be a part of.
Dun Laoghaire Marina have very generously allowed us to keep our
boat in the marina for the months leading up to the start of the race.
This is an enormous help to us as it will facilitate an increased level
of training over the coming months. We would like to express our sincere
thanks to all in Dun Laoghaire, especially Hal Bleakley for their help
We also have many supporters to thank for their generous support and advice:
- Andrea Cullen
MRPharmS.LPSI, Nutritional Therapist (DipRaw.MBANT), Sports Nutrition Pharmacist, Foresight Pre-Conceptual Care Counsellor
Meadowcroft, Newport, Co Tipperary
Tel: 061 378782
Tel: 087 247 2092
E-mail: ascullen@eircom.net - Devon Lions Club
- Devon Rotary Club
- Jack Lund
- All the staff of Cornmarket