About Us

Semicolon Marketing and Events is owned and operated by Brescia Bianco-Badenhorst.

"A Creator whose imagination is naturally active. I am always dreaming up new things and at times, the flow of ideas that fill my mind flow abundantly and effortlessly. I can generate new ideas and are able to express those ideas into something tangible through inventions, designs, events and writing. My motto is: "If it can be imagined, it can be created". I am an Artist, Inventor, Innovator and Maker. Art is about intent and communication. I show my creative process as a means to connect with my audience. I am enthusiastic, descriptive, colorful and expressive.

I naturally weave together symbolism and metaphors to share my values. I have the ability to develop beautiful and functional things. I like to inspire others to practice their own creativity and to empower them to express themselves.

My language is simple:

Imagination, Craft, Vision, Inspiration, Ideas, Innovation, Influence, Shape, Design, Originate, Conceive."

BRESCIA BIANCO-BADENHORST

Owner & Founder

About Me

Events

I have had the privilege and honor to be a part of Stadium Management's Operational team in my position as Group Sales and Marketing Manager for Soccer City Stadium 2010 - 2012. Clients I have hosted for either a function, conference or shoot at the stadium include

Actionaid (London)
The Parlotones
Mean Mr Mustard
Aveng
The City of Johannesburg
The Mayor of Johannesburg and Members of Parliament including Mr Jacob Zuma
Mr Danny Jordaan and Mr Sepp Blatter
FIFA Human Settlements Ministry Bash with Mr Tokyo Sexwale
Investec
John Lane Memorial Service
Kaizer Chiefs Year-End Function
Omage – Audi Launch and Mercedes Benz Launch
Rea Vaya 1st Anniversary Dinner
Sonae Novobord Team-building
Tourvest
Turn the tide for Children – Soccer 4 Children
U2 intimate dinner with the band members
Lucas Radebe
Big Concerts
E-TV Year-end Soccer
MTN
94.7
Young Presidents Organization
Momentum
Nando’s
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Financial Times Executive Dinner
Hennessy Cognac Dinner
CNN / Multichoice
The Communications Firm: IBM
Old Mutual
Part of the operational and Sales & Marketing team of the U2 360° tour to South Africa
Part of the Sales & Marketing team for the Neil Diamond, Coldplay and Kings of Leon Concerts in 2011
Part of the Operational team of the FIFA 2010 Soccer World Cup
Part of the Operational team of the Tri-Nations match Springboks vs The All Blacks

I proudly hold a Certificate in Event Coordination.

Marketing

As part of my Entrepreneurial role in the Retail - and Network Marketing industry for the past 16 years, I gained extensive knowledge of the Marketing industry for the benefit of my own businesses and the marketing thereof. I quickly became a Leader and Game Changer in the field, being called upon to train others on the subject. I actively engage in courses to continually improve and learn from the experts in the field.

Public Speaking

My passion for public speaking was born within from a very young age, finding myself completely comfortable and at ease being on stage. I seeked out Cultural activities in school, aggressively pursuing to make a name for myself through Public Speaking. My father was my role model and example throughout my school career, being a Church Minister, and supported me throughout. Having left school, I was trained by the best in the Theater - and Film Industry where I studied Drama.

For a year, after finishing my studies, I traveled the Country as Motivational Speaker, working with children, students and parents.

I was the Spokesperson for Stadium Management SA, working with the media and press and regularly conducting interviews.

Testimonials

Hellopeter.com Review

It gives me great pleasure to compliment Brescia at Stadium Management (Soccer City) for the fantastic way she handled all my queries, concerns and tour my family & I had at the stadium. She was so helpful and a REAL asset for any country. If hers is the way we welcome foreigners to our shores, THEN BRING IT ON! Well done Brescia and thank you for making us proudly South Africans! "badieM" -Hellopeter.com subscriber.

Hennessy Cognac Dinner

Dear Brescia, Maurice Hennessy VIP Dinner in SMSA Suite, FNB Stadium. On behalf of Hennessy and The Really Great Brand Company (RGBC) we would like to extend our thanks to you and your team for hosting our VIP event held in the SMSA private suite at Soccer City on 4 May 2011. The venue provided an exquisite setting, and all the dealings we had with you were proactive, thorough, efficient and accommodating. Thank you for your polished professional service as well as that of your recommended contractors who went out of their way to make this dinner a success. You provided excellent décor and a bespoke menu of outstanding caliber. We look forward to doing business with you again in future. With thanks Heidi Duminy - HeidiVine Communications and Events

O'Mage Mercedes-Benz Launch

Hi Brescia, I just thought that I would let you know that we had a very good debriefing session at Mercedes-Benz on Friday on the Vito Viano launch. All in all they were extremely happy with the way that everything worked out and their overseas visitors said that it was one of the best launches (if not the best) in the world. They said that the venue was excellent for what they were trying to achieve. The basement was fantastic for the launch and reveal as well as their technical demonstrations and also as a center to manage the ride and drive activities. They said that the presentation, 3-D presentation, lounge and hospitality area upstairs was just perfect and the stadium tour was great. They were very complimentary about the overall venue, the catering and your commitment to making sure that everything ran smoothly! Thank you again for your professionalism and your assistance. This is just the kind of feedback we love getting from our clients. We hope to work with you again in the not too distant future. Best regards, Graham

SAACI AGM

Dear Brescia, On behalf of Lorin Bowen - Chair of SAACI Northern Territories Branch, the committee and members, would like to take this opportunity to thank you for hosting our Annual General Meeting at The Soccer City Complex, FNB Stadium on Wednesday the 6th July 2011. Our members are unanimous in their praise of the venue and the entire experience that you provided for us, in Lorin’s words “The best AGM she has ever attended”. The afternoon ran on well oiled wheels and our every request, no matter what was attended to promptly and courteously. The experience of walking down the tunnel to where we were received by the images of the SAACI logo, and stand where the Soccer World Cup took place was unbelievably awe-inspiring. The entire afternoon was filled with the WOW factor. Thank you to your colleagues and staff who made our visit a wonderful never to be forgotten occasion. We wish you great success in the future. Best regards, Heather Heskes NTB Branch Secretariat

Patrick Sikhakhane

Good morning Brescia, Thank you very much ....you don't know what you've created into this little angels lives, especially when they see themselves on morning live (SABC 2) and in the evening on (Super sport special) for the first time I've seen kids crying from excitement. I hope you understand that God had blessed everything you've touched, and changed you to a new name called SUPER ANGEL we'll remember you as the most distinguished somebody in our lives. Thank you. Kind Regards, Raphel Nkomo: Principal. Patrick Sikhakhane: Chairperson.

Velocity Shoot

Dear Brescia and team. We can all breathe a sigh of relief … The FNB shoot is finally over ! Things went extremely smoothly at Orlando Stadium, with all your staff in top form, going out of their way to make sure the operations on the respective nights were problem free. It was a fitting and wonderful ending to a process that has had it's fair share of challenges, some out of everyone's control, so thank you for letting us end this collaboration on a such a positive and enjoyable note. Thank you as well for your patience with our repeated requests and requirements over the pre-production period, I think when you see the end result being broadcast on the 27th April you will feel proud to have been part of this amazing and heartwarming production and we will be able to all look back on the process and say it was indeed worth every minute of the stress ! Kind Regards Helena Woodfine Producer Velocity

Why Semicolon?

A semicolon represents a sentence the author could've ended but chose not to. The author is you and the sentence is your life. My biggest Motivation is to help you tell your story by creating something new, exciting and innovative that will have meaning and enduring value. Either through an event, expressing your brand through marketing or showcasing you or a topic of your choice as Emcee for your company.

My cause:- A semicolon is used as a message of affirmation and solidarity against suicide, depression, addiction, and other mental health issues. These are causes very close to my heart which I raise awareness for through the use and visibility of the semicolon. If you know, you know. A semicolon through the lens of mental health is a symbol of solidarity between those of us who live and struggle with a mental illness or who have lost someone to suicide. I'd love to share my personal story with you one day.

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