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  • Report:  #138813

Complaint Review: FanFare Media Works Scott Oshatz - Encino California

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- Thousand Oaks, California,
Submitted:
Updated:

FanFare Media Works Scott Oshatz
5435 Balboa Blvd. Suite 103 Encino, 91316 California, U.S.A.
Phone:
818-7838811
Web:
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Tell us has your experience with this business or person been good? What's this?
We used the advertising services of Mr. Oshatz. He physically came to our office to solicit his services. We were told how wonderful the service was and that we could cancel anytime.

Mr. Oshatz relly talked up the services. That it was a great inexpensive way to advertise. When we went to look at our ad, we couldn't find his booklet. It ended up being hidden in the grocery store way in the back by a soda machine. Out of the four locations we signed up for, 3 were not easy to find (which we were told they would be) and one location did not have our ad.

We have given Mr. Oshatz $1600 every month via American Express for these misrepresented ads. We have tried a total of 13 times to reach Mr. Oshatz and have left Numerous messages requesting cancellation. He refuses to call us back and his company continues to charge our account $1600 every month.

I have contacted American Express who supposedly "red flagged" our account, but lo and behold the charges were there again this month. Please help, I don't know what else to do exept to take legal action against Mr. Oshatz and his company.

Kelly

Thousand Oaks, California
U.S.A.


7 Updates & Rebuttals

Scott Oshatz

THousand Oaks,
California,
U.S.A.
Response to dissatisfied customer(Kelly)---Ad sold on behalf of Fanfare Media Works

#2UPDATE EX-employee responds

Thu, June 04, 2009

First off, I am sorry for the tardy response to your complaint. Up until a month ago, I was completely unaware this website existed. Having sold many millions of dollars of advertisements during my 26 years as an executive and Vice President of the Prints Division for Fanfare Media Works, I only had two complaints waged against me of which both are on this website. Kelly, I would like to clarify the details of the complaint you waged against me. The contract clearly stated (as did I the day I spoke with you) you had 3 days to cancel the contract in order to receive a full refund. Beyond the 3 days there were NO REFUNDS. Once the advertisement was sold, it was out of my hands and immediately became a Customer Service issue. Had there been a legitimate complaint against me personally, I would have most definitely heard about it from my superiors at Fanfare Media Works and done everything within my ability to rectify the problem. The beginning of 2009, I began working for another advertisement media company. However, in my entire 26 year career at Fanfare Media Works, I never received any word whatsoever that there had ever been any complaints waged directly against me. In addition, at Fanfare Media Works, we worked with a "rack company" who placed our publications in the various super markets. We worked diligently with the "rack company" to ensure that accurate and optimal placement was achieved for our publication so our clients benefited by having as much exposure as possible. I was assured by the "rack company" that every effort was made to place the publications in the places we told you they are going to be placed. However, in rare instances, the super market itself can ultimately determine where the publication will be placed. Again, that information is clearly written on your contract. Given the large number of advertisements I sold, it was almost impossible for me to know exactly where every advertisement ended up being placed. Yet, for the most part, the publications were placed in the spots as initially promised. Further more, the reason you were "charged again" for your advertisement is because you signed a contract to make a certain amount of payments. Once the credit card company researched the dispute you placed (you referred to it as being "red-flagged") and realized Fanfare Media Works performed as per the contract, the dispute with the credit card company was then reversed and you were again obligated to pay for the advertisement in full. I am sorry you were not satisfied with the service at Fanfare Media Works. However, I take pride in having conducted myself with honesty and integrity during my 26 years at Fanfare Media Works. My unblemished record at Fanfare Media Works as well as the highest national sales volume year after year definitely did and will always speak for itself... Regards, Scott Oshatz


Scott Oshatz

THousand Oaks,
California,
U.S.A.
Response to dissatisfied customer(Kelly)---Ad sold on behalf of Fanfare Media Works

#3UPDATE EX-employee responds

Thu, June 04, 2009

First off, I am sorry for the tardy response to your complaint. Up until a month ago, I was completely unaware this website existed. Having sold many millions of dollars of advertisements during my 26 years as an executive and Vice President of the Prints Division for Fanfare Media Works, I only had two complaints waged against me of which both are on this website. Kelly, I would like to clarify the details of the complaint you waged against me. The contract clearly stated (as did I the day I spoke with you) you had 3 days to cancel the contract in order to receive a full refund. Beyond the 3 days there were NO REFUNDS. Once the advertisement was sold, it was out of my hands and immediately became a Customer Service issue. Had there been a legitimate complaint against me personally, I would have most definitely heard about it from my superiors at Fanfare Media Works and done everything within my ability to rectify the problem. The beginning of 2009, I began working for another advertisement media company. However, in my entire 26 year career at Fanfare Media Works, I never received any word whatsoever that there had ever been any complaints waged directly against me. In addition, at Fanfare Media Works, we worked with a "rack company" who placed our publications in the various super markets. We worked diligently with the "rack company" to ensure that accurate and optimal placement was achieved for our publication so our clients benefited by having as much exposure as possible. I was assured by the "rack company" that every effort was made to place the publications in the places we told you they are going to be placed. However, in rare instances, the super market itself can ultimately determine where the publication will be placed. Again, that information is clearly written on your contract. Given the large number of advertisements I sold, it was almost impossible for me to know exactly where every advertisement ended up being placed. Yet, for the most part, the publications were placed in the spots as initially promised. Further more, the reason you were "charged again" for your advertisement is because you signed a contract to make a certain amount of payments. Once the credit card company researched the dispute you placed (you referred to it as being "red-flagged") and realized Fanfare Media Works performed as per the contract, the dispute with the credit card company was then reversed and you were again obligated to pay for the advertisement in full. I am sorry you were not satisfied with the service at Fanfare Media Works. However, I take pride in having conducted myself with honesty and integrity during my 26 years at Fanfare Media Works. My unblemished record at Fanfare Media Works as well as the highest national sales volume year after year definitely did and will always speak for itself... Regards, Scott Oshatz


Scott Oshatz

THousand Oaks,
California,
U.S.A.
Response to dissatisfied customer(Kelly)---Ad sold on behalf of Fanfare Media Works

#4UPDATE EX-employee responds

Thu, June 04, 2009

First off, I am sorry for the tardy response to your complaint. Up until a month ago, I was completely unaware this website existed. Having sold many millions of dollars of advertisements during my 26 years as an executive and Vice President of the Prints Division for Fanfare Media Works, I only had two complaints waged against me of which both are on this website. Kelly, I would like to clarify the details of the complaint you waged against me. The contract clearly stated (as did I the day I spoke with you) you had 3 days to cancel the contract in order to receive a full refund. Beyond the 3 days there were NO REFUNDS. Once the advertisement was sold, it was out of my hands and immediately became a Customer Service issue. Had there been a legitimate complaint against me personally, I would have most definitely heard about it from my superiors at Fanfare Media Works and done everything within my ability to rectify the problem. The beginning of 2009, I began working for another advertisement media company. However, in my entire 26 year career at Fanfare Media Works, I never received any word whatsoever that there had ever been any complaints waged directly against me. In addition, at Fanfare Media Works, we worked with a "rack company" who placed our publications in the various super markets. We worked diligently with the "rack company" to ensure that accurate and optimal placement was achieved for our publication so our clients benefited by having as much exposure as possible. I was assured by the "rack company" that every effort was made to place the publications in the places we told you they are going to be placed. However, in rare instances, the super market itself can ultimately determine where the publication will be placed. Again, that information is clearly written on your contract. Given the large number of advertisements I sold, it was almost impossible for me to know exactly where every advertisement ended up being placed. Yet, for the most part, the publications were placed in the spots as initially promised. Further more, the reason you were "charged again" for your advertisement is because you signed a contract to make a certain amount of payments. Once the credit card company researched the dispute you placed (you referred to it as being "red-flagged") and realized Fanfare Media Works performed as per the contract, the dispute with the credit card company was then reversed and you were again obligated to pay for the advertisement in full. I am sorry you were not satisfied with the service at Fanfare Media Works. However, I take pride in having conducted myself with honesty and integrity during my 26 years at Fanfare Media Works. My unblemished record at Fanfare Media Works as well as the highest national sales volume year after year definitely did and will always speak for itself... Regards, Scott Oshatz


Scott Oshatz

THousand Oaks,
California,
U.S.A.
Response to dissatisfied customer(Kelly)---Ad sold on behalf of Fanfare Media Works

#5UPDATE EX-employee responds

Thu, June 04, 2009

First off, I am sorry for the tardy response to your complaint. Up until a month ago, I was completely unaware this website existed. Having sold many millions of dollars of advertisements during my 26 years as an executive and Vice President of the Prints Division for Fanfare Media Works, I only had two complaints waged against me of which both are on this website. Kelly, I would like to clarify the details of the complaint you waged against me. The contract clearly stated (as did I the day I spoke with you) you had 3 days to cancel the contract in order to receive a full refund. Beyond the 3 days there were NO REFUNDS. Once the advertisement was sold, it was out of my hands and immediately became a Customer Service issue. Had there been a legitimate complaint against me personally, I would have most definitely heard about it from my superiors at Fanfare Media Works and done everything within my ability to rectify the problem. The beginning of 2009, I began working for another advertisement media company. However, in my entire 26 year career at Fanfare Media Works, I never received any word whatsoever that there had ever been any complaints waged directly against me. In addition, at Fanfare Media Works, we worked with a "rack company" who placed our publications in the various super markets. We worked diligently with the "rack company" to ensure that accurate and optimal placement was achieved for our publication so our clients benefited by having as much exposure as possible. I was assured by the "rack company" that every effort was made to place the publications in the places we told you they are going to be placed. However, in rare instances, the super market itself can ultimately determine where the publication will be placed. Again, that information is clearly written on your contract. Given the large number of advertisements I sold, it was almost impossible for me to know exactly where every advertisement ended up being placed. Yet, for the most part, the publications were placed in the spots as initially promised. Further more, the reason you were "charged again" for your advertisement is because you signed a contract to make a certain amount of payments. Once the credit card company researched the dispute you placed (you referred to it as being "red-flagged") and realized Fanfare Media Works performed as per the contract, the dispute with the credit card company was then reversed and you were again obligated to pay for the advertisement in full. I am sorry you were not satisfied with the service at Fanfare Media Works. However, I take pride in having conducted myself with honesty and integrity during my 26 years at Fanfare Media Works. My unblemished record at Fanfare Media Works as well as the highest national sales volume year after year definitely did and will always speak for itself... Regards, Scott Oshatz


Scott Oshatz

THousand Oaks,
California,
U.S.A.
Response to dissatisfied customer(Kelly)---Ad sold on behalf of Fanfare Media Works

#6UPDATE EX-employee responds

Thu, June 04, 2009

First off, I am sorry for the tardy response to your complaint. Up until a month ago, I was completely unaware this website existed. Having sold many millions of dollars of advertisements during my 26 years as an executive and Vice President of the Prints Division for Fanfare Media Works, I only had two complaints waged against me of which both are on this website. Kelly, I would like to clarify the details of the complaint you waged against me. The contract clearly stated (as did I the day I spoke with you) you had 3 days to cancel the contract in order to receive a full refund. Beyond the 3 days there were NO REFUNDS. Once the advertisement was sold, it was out of my hands and immediately became a Customer Service issue. Had there been a legitimate complaint against me personally, I would have most definitely heard about it from my superiors at Fanfare Media Works and done everything within my ability to rectify the problem. The beginning of 2009, I began working for another advertisement media company. However, in my entire 26 year career at Fanfare Media Works, I never received any word whatsoever that there had ever been any complaints waged directly against me. In addition, at Fanfare Media Works, we worked with a "rack company" who placed our publications in the various super markets. We worked diligently with the "rack company" to ensure that accurate and optimal placement was achieved for our publication so our clients benefited by having as much exposure as possible. I was assured by the "rack company" that every effort was made to place the publications in the places we told you they are going to be placed. However, in rare instances, the super market itself can ultimately determine where the publication will be placed. Again, that information is clearly written on your contract. Given the large number of advertisements I sold, it was almost impossible for me to know exactly where every advertisement ended up being placed. Yet, for the most part, the publications were placed in the spots as initially promised. Further more, the reason you were "charged again" for your advertisement is because you signed a contract to make a certain amount of payments. Once the credit card company researched the dispute you placed (you referred to it as being "red-flagged") and realized Fanfare Media Works performed as per the contract, the dispute with the credit card company was then reversed and you were again obligated to pay for the advertisement in full. I am sorry you were not satisfied with the service at Fanfare Media Works. However, I take pride in having conducted myself with honesty and integrity during my 26 years at Fanfare Media Works. My unblemished record at Fanfare Media Works as well as the highest national sales volume year after year definitely did and will always speak for itself... Regards, Scott Oshatz


Scott Oshatz

THousand Oaks,
California,
U.S.A.
Response to dissatisfied customer(Kelly)---Ad sold on behalf of Fanfare Media Works

#7UPDATE EX-employee responds

Thu, June 04, 2009

First off, I am sorry for the tardy response to your complaint. Up until a month ago, I was completely unaware this website existed. Having sold many millions of dollars of advertisements during my 26 years as an executive and Vice President of the Prints Division for Fanfare Media Works, I only had two complaints waged against me of which both are on this website. Kelly, I would like to clarify the details of the complaint you waged against me. The contract clearly stated (as did I the day I spoke with you) you had 3 days to cancel the contract in order to receive a full refund. Beyond the 3 days there were NO REFUNDS. Once the advertisement was sold, it was out of my hands and immediately became a Customer Service issue. Had there been a legitimate complaint against me personally, I would have most definitely heard about it from my superiors at Fanfare Media Works and done everything within my ability to rectify the problem. The beginning of 2009, I began working for another advertisement media company. However, in my entire 26 year career at Fanfare Media Works, I never received any word whatsoever that there had ever been any complaints waged directly against me. In addition, at Fanfare Media Works, we worked with a "rack company" who placed our publications in the various super markets. We worked diligently with the "rack company" to ensure that accurate and optimal placement was achieved for our publication so our clients benefited by having as much exposure as possible. I was assured by the "rack company" that every effort was made to place the publications in the places we told you they are going to be placed. However, in rare instances, the super market itself can ultimately determine where the publication will be placed. Again, that information is clearly written on your contract. Given the large number of advertisements I sold, it was almost impossible for me to know exactly where every advertisement ended up being placed. Yet, for the most part, the publications were placed in the spots as initially promised. Further more, the reason you were "charged again" for your advertisement is because you signed a contract to make a certain amount of payments. Once the credit card company researched the dispute you placed (you referred to it as being "red-flagged") and realized Fanfare Media Works performed as per the contract, the dispute with the credit card company was then reversed and you were again obligated to pay for the advertisement in full. I am sorry you were not satisfied with the service at Fanfare Media Works. However, I take pride in having conducted myself with honesty and integrity during my 26 years at Fanfare Media Works. My unblemished record at Fanfare Media Works as well as the highest national sales volume year after year definitely did and will always speak for itself... Regards, Scott Oshatz


Scott Oshatz

THousand Oaks,
California,
U.S.A.
Response to dissatisfied customer(Kelly)---Ad sold on behalf of Fanfare Media Works

#8UPDATE EX-employee responds

Thu, June 04, 2009

First off, I am sorry for the tardy response to your complaint. Up until a month ago, I was completely unaware this website existed. Having sold many millions of dollars of advertisements during my 26 years as an executive and Vice President of the Prints Division for Fanfare Media Works, I only had two complaints waged against me of which both are on this website. Kelly, I would like to clarify the details of the complaint you waged against me. The contract clearly stated (as did I the day I spoke with you) you had 3 days to cancel the contract in order to receive a full refund. Beyond the 3 days there were NO REFUNDS. Once the advertisement was sold, it was out of my hands and immediately became a Customer Service issue. Had there been a legitimate complaint against me personally, I would have most definitely heard about it from my superiors at Fanfare Media Works and done everything within my ability to rectify the problem. The beginning of 2009, I began working for another advertisement media company. However, in my entire 26 year career at Fanfare Media Works, I never received any word whatsoever that there had ever been any complaints waged directly against me. In addition, at Fanfare Media Works, we worked with a "rack company" who placed our publications in the various super markets. We worked diligently with the "rack company" to ensure that accurate and optimal placement was achieved for our publication so our clients benefited by having as much exposure as possible. I was assured by the "rack company" that every effort was made to place the publications in the places we told you they are going to be placed. However, in rare instances, the super market itself can ultimately determine where the publication will be placed. Again, that information is clearly written on your contract. Given the large number of advertisements I sold, it was almost impossible for me to know exactly where every advertisement ended up being placed. Yet, for the most part, the publications were placed in the spots as initially promised. Further more, the reason you were "charged again" for your advertisement is because you signed a contract to make a certain amount of payments. Once the credit card company researched the dispute you placed (you referred to it as being "red-flagged") and realized Fanfare Media Works performed as per the contract, the dispute with the credit card company was then reversed and you were again obligated to pay for the advertisement in full. I am sorry you were not satisfied with the service at Fanfare Media Works. However, I take pride in having conducted myself with honesty and integrity during my 26 years at Fanfare Media Works. My unblemished record at Fanfare Media Works as well as the highest national sales volume year after year definitely did and will always speak for itself... Regards, Scott Oshatz

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