" Just wanted to further express my thanks for your input into the Markham Ribfest 2009. This truly became one of the highlights of a very wet and uncooperative summer. Your contribution to the event made a difference and am sure all vendors and patrons alike would agree. It has been a pleasure working with you and look forward to doing so in the future. You’re a professional in every sense. Have a great summer! Stay well…."
- Sam Raffoul, Owner, Ontario Corn Roasters
"I am writing to express my appreciation for the excellent job you did in working on the 21st Annual Main Street Markham Best Dressed Window contest. Every detail of the event was clearly laid out, the plan carefully followed, and I was very impressed with the number of votes that were received. All the work you put into the media announcements paid off. I look forward to working with you on several new events to promote Main Street Markham."
- Phil Howes, Manager, Main Street Markham BIA
"Sharon is always quick with an idea for new ways to promote D'Angelo & Steelback products. She has made several recommendations for improvements to our web pages and co-produced three drink menus introducing new ways to incorporate our three main lines of D'Angelo Brands beverages."
- Mike Cecere, President, Foxx Advertising & Design Inc.
"As a result of [Sharon's] experience with previous Ontario events, the caliber of the alcohol service during the [Rotary Ribfest] passed Provincial inspections. Additionally Sharon provided post-event advice to ensure future Markham Ribfest's success. Her leadership, attention to detail and dedication to providing excellent customer service helped to make both the 2006 and 2007 Markham Ribfests the Markham annual event that it has become. I and the Rotary Club of Markham Sunrise wish her all the best with her future career, and look forward to working with her, perhaps as a volunteer, in future years."
- Susan Peterson, Safety Health & Environmental Issues Manager, ICI Canada Inc.
"Eric is still talking about the event you had so much to do with last month. The surprise was pulled off without a hitch thanks in large part to your wonderful planning. The food that you organized and prepared was superb and the setting on the table in the garden on that warm August evening was nothing short of lovely. My guests were made to feel very
welcome and well looked after. Your planning skills allowed me to enjoy the company of my friends without having to worry about all the detailed involved in the planning and happening of a surprise birthday party. Thanks for a job well done."
- D.C. Champagne
"A great deal of managerial competence goes into planning any event let alone one of a personal nature, more emotional and sentimental. Sharon was so organized and detailed that nothing was a miss. I am still receiving recognition for her work as it has left a lasting memory for all who attended. Her outgoing nature and pleasant personality allowed for her to interact very nicely with the guests as well, which provided just that extra touch."
- Melody E. Syme
How people describe Owner Sharon Wilcken...
- Creative flair and knack for improvising, using whatever she has on hand
- Take charge person who's always planning one step ahead
- Always has a back-up plan
- Practical, good common sense in responses and decisions
- Fearless: Not afraid to take risks and reinvent
- Impeccable attention to detail
- Excellent organizational skills
- Has a relaxed but take charge personality and knows how to get the job done
- Dogged determination
- Rich imagination
- Absolute and complete loyalty
- Takes a very positive approach to life situations
- Willing to see a problem from all angles and work to come up with a solution
- Fair and honest
- Instills humor into daily work | 
