Clients say...

1. Where I saw your strength was in your ability to quickly grasp the situation, offer multiple options for solutions and patiently explain to us the various outcomes of the options.  Your commitment on doing things "the right way" has never wavered.  For this, I am most appreciative. BK Consumer Products.

2. The ultimate measurement of your effectiveness can be measured by the success of the projects within which you were involved.  The turnaround at XXX Stores (a retail chain of 185 stores in 5 countries) was effected in 18 months.  In my opinion your greatest skill is to create an environment in which people seek to consistently challenge the way we perceive issues and processes and seek to change these to improve efficiency.  You consistently succeeded in making all of us challenge what and how we carry out tasks. JW, CEO of a retail clothing chain.

3. She has a broad background in advertising, marketing management, and the development of creativity and productive cultures within organizations.  I met her while co-writing a MBA case on a firm called X, her most recent position.  Studying X, I became deeply impressed with her ability to see into the "core" of an organization, and help firms explore that core to find the best within themselves.  I find her a delight to work with both personally and professionally.  PV, Director of Instructional Technology - University of Y, School of Executive MBA.

4. She has a broad background in advertising, marketing management, and the development of creativity and productive cultures within organizations.  I met her while co-writing a MBA case on a firm called X, her most recent position.  Studying X, I became deeply impressed with her ability to see into the "core" of an organization, and help firms explore that core to find the best within themselves.  I find her a delight to work with both personally and professionally.  PV, Director of Instructional Technology - University of Y, School of Executive MBA.

5. At the time of your initial engagement on the assignment, shortly after the Management Buyout from the holding Corporation, the financial reporting and ancillary supporting systems were totally unsatisfactory for the control of a company of this size and complexity.  You have played a significant role in contributing to the rectification of this situation to the point where management has adequate, timeous and pertinent management reporting.  You have displayed the highest degree of professionalism, commitment, leadership and initiative throughout the assignment.  We have benefitted considerably from your contribution. DW CFO Manufacturing.

6. I was unsure as to whether the organization was ready for my new vision, which entailed a radical new strategy, ownership and organizational structure.  Your involvement showed me that my colleagues were ready and this gave me the confidence to proceed.  OR, Chairman and CEO of an information technology company.

7. XXX Investment Holdings Limited was totally transformed from an outdated ageing packaging business into a diversified industrial company with interests in Information Technology and Financial Services, as well as Packaging.  He became the mentor for a group of younger less experienced management within the packaging division as well as forming part of executive management, managing the investment and diversification process.  He was charged with measuring the fit between prospective investments and our existing culture.  He performed the link between the demanding CEO (the writer) and the different management teams, who had to deliver results and create, implement and measure business and strategic plans.  He established himself as an outstanding mentor and a variety of executives and staff (including the writer) sought his council regularly. JP, CEO of XXX Investment Holdings.

8. A client bank involved in combining three distinct functions that historically had worked independently hired him to direct the project.  These functions have distinct compensation plans, operate on different system platforms, and require different professional skill sets. He directed the respective staffs toward a common goal.  The project’s purpose was to develop consensus among the three groups, operating as a single unit, on how best to serve the high worth customer needs of the bank.  He developed a survey from which he extracted the degree of buy-in all employees had to the goal. From that initial data, he helped work the group toward a common name for the new division, acceptable measures of success for all elements, and a clearer definition of the unit’s "what can be".  Keeping the group focused on thinking outside of its comfort zone, he was able to produce a descriptive new name, to move employees toward mutual respect and understanding, and to learn to work and communicate effectively.  The new unit is moving forward now in training its staff, training associates within the bank on prospect recognition, and in choosing operational platforms with which to accomplish its common goals. RM, advisor to the Chairman and to the CEO, retail financial services organization.