1.  Heidi McFadden – (client & friend, Executive Director of Gretchen’s House) Heidi hired Deb as a Business Consultant in 2003, retreats in 2008 & 2009

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Creative
“Deb has a broad range of experience and knowledge that make her an excellent asset to any business. She is able to assess needs and suggest appropriate plans, but she pulls ideas from the group as well. Our organization continues to use information we received from her 5 years ago. We hired Deb again this year to facilitate our annual strategic planning session, and she once again delivered excellent service and the exact approach we needed. We will definitely seek Deb’s expertise again in the future!” May 12, 2008

2.  Jolene Knapp  (client) Society of College and University Planning (SCUP)  Jolene hired Deb as an OD consultant in 2007 – currently working with Deb, hired Deb more than once

Top qualities: Expert, Good Value, Creative
“Deb was flexible and creative in designing a staff retreat for our group that emphasized some new approaches to working together. The processes included a pre-planning session with the team of staff directors. Energetic, knowledgeable, attentive to group process and very responsive to our objectives and goals.” January 17, 2008

3.  Gary Uptigrove, Mgr HR Business Intelligence, The University of Michigan (colleague) worked with Deb

“Deb is excellent at Org Development work including analyzing results from surveys and recommending action items, conducting focus groups, leading meetings with difficult/delicate agenda items, implementing action plans, and assisting in project management. Excellent communication and organization skills.” January 17, 2008

4.    Jennifer Tomko, Compensation Manager, University of Michigan (colleague)  Worked with Deb as part of the UM Business and Finance Succession Management Study Team, now Manager, Compensation and Benefits at Credits Acceptance

“Deb is an extremely talented Organizational Development professional. She is keenly aware of the current trends and appropriate methodology for various initiatives. I have worked with Deb under two different projects where she provided OD advice and/or acted in a project leadership role. She is a solid focus group facilitator who earns the respect her peers. Deb is flexible and creative in her approach.” May 21, 2008

5.    Paul Parzuchowski, Managing Partner, ISS (colleague) worked directly with Deb

“Deb is a pleasure to work with. Her keen strategic thinking, knowledge of organizational behavior and appreciation of today’s workplace challenges make her a tremendous asset to any team set on improving performance.” April 10, 2008

6.    Rob Thomas, IT Planning Manager, University of Michigan (colleague) Worked directly with Deb

“Deb is a very effective facilitator and project manager. She helped keep the team on point and on task throughout the project.” November 28, 2007