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 Doug Hanson proved to be the inspirational highpoint of 1st Global's National Conference ... by the end, [they] were on their feet, clapping and cheering. William Stevens, VP Marketing |  I want to tell you how much we enjoyed your presentation - your delivery was so engaging that it left the attendees wanting more. Richard Dean, CEO |  I've never had such an overwhelming response as I have from your presentation. The energy in the room was electrifying! Colleen Allen, VP Education |  I just wanted to let you know about the amazing response I have had from your presentation ... your presentation was not only high impact, it was also memorable and very applicable to all of the attendees. Kevin Wiederhold, VP Sales&Marketing |  Our attendees rated your session not only the highest for our conference in 2007 but you recorded the highest rating in CBL's history! Jerry Sink, Senior VP |  Our national sales meeeting this past week was a huge success ... Your energy, enthusiasm, and skill really made our time together impactful. Dave Daly, VP Sales |
 There is no doubt in my mind that you could help further any company’s goals that understands the value of people. Ken Hankins, VP Customer Response |  The Concentra sales force has a love affair with Doug Hanson! No less than 50 people sought me out to express their gratitude for having you back. Jay B. Blakey, SVP Sales |  Doug was able to continuously relate to our business with examples and generate creativity for future discussions. I had never seen my team so eager and energized to participate. Joe Pehlan, President & CEO Americas |  You were a key part of making this meeting an exceptional success. Your uplifting personality was electrifying to the audience. John Martinez, Manager of Sales Administration |  Your presentation style is one that reached out and touches everyone. The passion that you project pulls everyone into your energy which gets attendees to participate willingly ... Tom Zimmerman, President |  Your presentation was not only energizing it was also memorable and very applicable to all of the attendees. I am thrilled we made the decision to utilize your service. Josh Logan, Director of Ticket Operations |
 Your presentation and inspiration has gone a long way in assisting the Texans reach our goal of delivering world-class service. John Shriever, Director of Ticket Operations |  I assure you, the team will remember you and your presentation and I hope we have the opportunity to hear from you again in the future. Mark McGrath, President |  Once again, you have exceeded our highest expectations! … Each year ... we reach new heights in team building, trust and communications - life changing breakthroughs ... Brian Newsome |  Your training contributed to Mueller & Co., LLP receiving the award The Best Places to Work in IL, 2007. Thank you for your spirit! David Nissen, Managing Partner |  Your efforts as well as the efforts of many others paid off handsomely as we delivered to the National Football League the best Super Bowl ever! Robert Dale Morgan, President & CEO |  As you know, we have a very diverse audience and you were able to reach everyone. To a person, your message and presentation got rave reviews. Donald Moore, VP and CIO |
 I am truly happy to have taken part in this course, as I have discovered the magic of speeches, relaying an idea, message or thought in a simple and interesting manner for any audience. Josep Burges - International Director of Commuication |  Everyone who attended your session was raving about how much fun they had and how inspired they were when they left. I’ve been here 10 years and I’ve never seen our people so excited and motivated. Lorraine Grubbs |  You are simply amazing! You do have a gift! It is safe to say that you were once again a big hit among Stewart Title associates. It is a refreshing change to see and hear genuine talent. Donna Hammond, Communications Coordinator |  Everyone who attends leaves with the feeling that anything is possible if you believe in yourself. Your program is enlightening and easy to apply to every day life. David P. Rivoira, Area General Manager |  I have noticed a change in employees, meetings and events around our organization daily. Thank you for helping us to drive new opportunity for employees---both personally and professionally. Adrian Hebig, SVP/COO |  Your presentation was uplifting, enlightening, and truly “transforming”. You were able to capture our team with your energy, conviction and the undeniable truth of your message! Robert Driscoll, Vice President |
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TESTIMONIAL OF THE MONTH
All 500+ of our employees continue to work towards building their “To Be Lists” and learning to “Play Full Out!” I continue to see your book 101 Distinctions between Success and Failure on the desks of our employees, in team emails and topics of discussion at department meetings and outings! I have noticed a change in employees, meetings and events around our organization daily. Thank you for helping us to drive new opportunity for employees---both personally and professionally. - Adrian Hebig, SVP/COO - US Bank
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| Company: 1st Global | Contact: William Stevens, VP Marketing |  |
| "Doug Hanson proved to be the inspirational highpoint of 1st Global's National Conference. Our attendees, consisting of over 600 CPAs, tax professionals and financial advisors, were fully engaged by Doug's message, and, by the end, were on their feet, clapping and cheering."... | ||
| Company: Air Force Sergeants Association | Contact: Richard Dean, CEO |  |
| "I want to tell you how much we enjoyed your presentation to our Professional Airmen's Conference. Your delivery was so engaging that it left the attendees wanting more. They were still talking about you, discussing your stories and using your phases at the end of the Conference four days later."... | ||
| Company: Beauty First | Contact: Colleen Allen, VP Education |  |
| "First let me say CONGRATULATIONS! For the first time in the history of our company, we have a speaker scoring all perfect marks on our conference evaluation. Extraordinary job! ... I've never had such an overwhelming response as I have from your presentation. The energy in the room was electrifying!"... | ||
| Company: Beazer Homes | Contact: Kevin Wiederhold, VP Sales&Marketing |  |
| "I just wanted to let you know about the amazing response I have had from your presentation to our sales team and other managers here at Beazer Homes Houston. Your presentation was not only high impact it was also memorable and very applicable to all of the attendees."... | ||
| Company: Beazer Homes | Contact: Marilyn Gardner, VP Sales&Marketing | |
| "Thank you Doug for your time, energy and most of all your sincerity! I would highly recommend you to anyone who wants to recharge their employees' batteries by providing a beneficial opportunity to take a step back from their daily responsibilities and get fired up to use all of their brain power and their attitude power to make their place of business better, the very next day and beyond!"... | ||
| Company: Camp Roofing | Contact: Roger Camp, President |  |
| "WOW!! Your program is excellent. We had a great time, but more important, we learned valuable information that has improved our organization and the employees individually as well. All of the feedback I've received has been positive. Our morale and attitudes have improved since you were here, and that was two months ago. I am thrilled we made the decision to utilize your service and look forward to our next workshop."... | ||
| Company: Carolina Systems Solutions | Contact: Kirk King |  |
| "It has been almost a month since CSS's meeting and we are still getting positive feedback on your presentation to this group ... we feel the impact on our employees, as well as their spouses, was extremely positive and uplifting."... | ||
| Company: CBL Properties | Contact: Jerry Sink, Senior VP |  |
| Our attendees rated your session not only the highest for our conference in 2007 but you recorded the highest rating in CBL's history! The employees stated they want Doug Hanson back for our 2009 Conference!! Your two hour session flew by; it was funny, heart-wrenching, fast-paced, with substance to it, delivered by one of the best speakers I've ever seen or been privileged to meet.... | ||
| Company: Clarient | Contact: Dave Daly, VP Sales |  |
| "Our national sales meeeting this past week was a huge success ... Thank you for making our sales training session fun and exciting. Your energy, enthusiasm, and skill really made our time together impactful."... | ||
| Company: Clark Technologies | Contact: Craig Johoske, VP Strategic Relations |  |
| "In an effort to rebuild our energy and re-establish a cohesive environment we engaged your organization for an abbreviated after-hours team building seminar. To say the least, the program you put together and presented was an unqualified success as evidenced by the attached questionnaire compilation. Additionally, there was a noticable improvement in both attitude and passion in the days following the presentation."... | ||
| Company: Coastal Chemical | Contact: Randy King, President |  |
| "Your seminar was exactly what was needed to dose a threeday National Sales Meeting. Our people left Cypress Bend fired up and ready to make life changing behavior habits! Thank you!"... | ||
| Company: Coleman Company | Contact: Ken Hankins, VP Customer Response |  |
| "Thank you for once again leading a great team development session. The message that you deliver and skills you impart get to the heart of everyone's performance. Your "breakthrough" session was one of your best yet! I look forward to working with you on future sessions at Coleman.... | ||
| Company: Coleman Company | Contact: Ken Hankins, VP Customer Response | |
| “Your willingness to do preparation for the presentations, reviewing company history, current culture and fly in a day early to tour the facility, was very advantageous. By observing your ability to connect with those you were teaching, it was obvious what a great benefit your willingness to do this preparation was…. There is no doubt in my mind that you could help further any company’s goals that understands the value of people.”... | ||
| Company: Concentra Health Services | Contact: Jay B. Blakey, SVP Sales |  |
| "Your willingness to put yourself at risk with such a personal message is a tribute to your energy, enthusiasm and integrity - you Walk the Walk. The best thing about you is your ability to make these character traits contagious for your audience. The Concentra sales force has a love affair with Doug Hanson! No less than 50 people sought me out to express their gratitude for having you back."... | ||
| Company: Concentra Health Services | Contact: Keith Newton, President | |
| "The response to Doug's message was overwhelming and remained a topic of discussion months after the meeting. Doug's down to earth humor and real life experiences captures the audience and imprints his message of motivation and believing in yourself. I recommend Doug for all audiences at all levels. You will not be disappointed!"... | ||
| Company: Concentra Health Services | Contact: Gary C. Zigenfus, SVP National Therapy Director | |
| "It has been just over a month since you presented to our 250 National Therapy Diretors here in Dallas, and we are still getting feedback from your presentation. Our folks loved you, and as I said in my introduction, you delivered a special message to each and everyone in the audience. Doug, I have been present for at least four of your presentations, and (in addition to having my spirit lifted each time), I always learn a new "pearl". This one was awesome."... | ||
| Company: DHL Global Mail | Contact: Joe Pehlan, President & CEO Americas |  |
| "Doug was able to continuously relate to our business with examples and generate creativity for future discussions. I had never seen my team so eager and energized to participate. I highly recommend Doug Hanson Performance Group for any future event within our Corporation, and we look forward to working with him again in the very near future."... | ||
| Company: DMC Management Company | Contact: Gary Blumberg, President |  |
| "Our Manager's Meeting is over and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the venue and program, especially your presentation on Monday. Your presentation was light but inspiring, a perfect compliment to our agenda."... | ||
| Company: ENSCO Offshore Company | Contact: Steve Gruver, VP General Manager |  |
| "You exceeded my expectations ... You certainly captivated the audience and held them spellbound to get us through the afternoon lull. More importantly, I continue to hear people talking about the concepts presented in office conversations, at the coffee bar, and in phone conversations with the rigs. You definitely had a positive impact!"... | ||
| Company: GBC | Contact: John Martinez, Manager of Sales Administration |  |
| "You were a key part of making this meeting an exceptional success. Your uplifting personality was electrifying to the audience. One time, you stated that if I was not happy with your work, please do not pay the invoice. Well Doug, I paid, but I feel I owe you money."... | ||
| Company: Graceland University | Contact: Kevin Prine, Director CSFEE |  |
| "Thank you so much for your performance at our Entrepeneurial Roundtable. As the end-of-the-day speaker at a very intense event, you had the particularly hard task of keeping a tired audience interested and energized. You were very successful in meeting this challenge. One student's comment mirrored much of the rest of the audience. "At first, he had us in tears because we were laughing so hard. At the end, he had us in tears because his message was so powerful."... | ||
| Company: H&R Block | Contact: Tom Zimmerman, President |  |
| “Each year we face changes and challenges as we prepare for another tax season. This year I feel that our associates responded positively to both because of your contribution. You provided them with several tools to help them overcome the everyday challenges and find ways to have ‘fascinating’ days instead of bad days. Your presentation style is one that reached out and touches everyone. The passion that you project pulls everyone into your energy which gets attendees to participate willingly in activities such as your famous ‘WOO Clap’, ‘YES Chants’ and of course the most unforgettable aspect of your session, the board breaking session.”... | ||
| Company: H&R Block | Contact: Darrel Bofamy AVP, Regional Director West Palm Beach | |
| “To be a young man, the amount of wisdom and communicative skills that Doug possesses is truly incredible and he has touched others unknowingly in significant and life altering ways.”... | ||
| Company: H&R Block | Contact: Patricia Armstrong - Regional Human Resources Manager | |
| “The presentation was fun, funny, very energetic and definitely relevant to my personal and business life.”... | ||
| Company: HD Vest Financial Services | Contact: Roger Ochs, President |  |
| "Your humorous storytelling and pointed messages were a great way to kick off our conference with energy and enthusiasm. Particularly valuable were your transformation principles and how they related to developing a "winner's mindset." In a very short time, your principles succinctly positioned what they need to do and how they need to do it to be successful."... | ||
| Company: Houston Rockets (INTIX) | Contact: Josh Logan, Director of Ticket Operations |  |
| "Your presentation was not only energizing it was also memorable and very applicable to all of the attendees. I am thrilled we made the decision to utilize your service."... | ||
| Company: Houston Texans | Contact: John Shriever, Director of Ticket Operations |  |
| “I am writing to thank you for your dynamic presentation to our customer service representatives. We at the Texans have several huge tasks in front of us, including establishing the newest NFL Franchise and the opening of Reliant Stadium. The key to our success in our first season will be the efforts of our people. … Your presentation and inspiration has gone a long way in assisting the Texans reach our goal of delivering world-class service.”... | ||
| Company: Insight | Contact: Mark McGrath, President |  |
| During your presentation, you made a comment that I think best summarizes the impact your presentation had on our team. "People may forget what you do but will never forget how you make them feel." I assure you, the team will remember you and your presentation and I hope we have the opportunity to hear from you again in the future.... | ||
| Company: Intersoft | Contact: Fred Lopez, Marketing Director |  |
| "As a business, we must see a return on investment. I can tell you that the 'Woo Clap' and the message it carries are now a company tradition. We have also looked at new ways to organize our staff in order to bring out the best and outperform our competition. Again, we thank you."... | ||
| Company: Intersoft | Contact: Kimberly Pantuso, VP and Managing Director | |
| "I will enthusiastically recommend your training curriculum to any prospective client, and encourage you to refer anyone who would like to understand the value of your program to me. I will not hesitate to rave about the fundamental value that you elivered to Intersoft!"... | ||
| Company: JD Edwards | Contact: Brian Newsome |  |
| “Once again, you have exceeded our highest expectations! … Each year the anticipation of your program builds excitement in our group, and as a result of your training each year, we reach new heights in team building, trust and communications – life changing breakthroughs this team could not have anticipated and that help us achieve our personal and professional goals.”... | ||
| Company: JD Edwards | Contact: Gregory Dukat | |
| "...As far as results, the south has gone from a region with the lowest sales volume to one of the top regions in the time that we have been doing the seminars..."... | ||
| Company: Landata | Contact: J. Kelly Hawkins, Director |  |
| "You did it big guy! Your session was an overwhelming success at our Sales Conference. The feedback I received from the audience all echoed the same sentiment, 'awesome!' I speak from my heart when I say that you truly touched every soul in our audience in a very special and more importantly, lasting way."... | ||
| Company: MCI Worldcom | Contact: Terri Thomas, VP Service Operations |  |
| "In fact, one of my employees came to me the following day and stated they had been contemplating suicide because of a loss of control, passion and purpose in their life. Your presentation made a diffeence to them in more ways than I can express. When I looked into their eyes I saw life and hope ... It would have been a tragedy had our paths not crossed at this time."... | ||
| Company: MCI Worldcom | Contact: Kevin Klein, VP CS&SO | |
| "Your message, humor, stories and energy were truly inspiring. It was a perfect way to help our leaders prioritize and focus on what is truly important in life and work, and realize they are 'powerful beyond measure'."... | ||
| Company: Mueller & Co. | Contact: David Nissen, Managing Partner |  |
| "On the surface, conservative accountants and a transformation coach do not seem compatible! Yet, at Mueller, we knew that to transform our culture we needed help ... You have brought expertise that we do not have internally, to help launch our new mission statement and build our culture around values. Your training contributed to Mueller & Co., LLP receiving the award The Best Places to Work in IL, 2007. Thank you for your spirit!"... | ||
| Company: NFL Super Bowl Host Committee | Contact: Raegan Hill, Director of Volunteer Services |  |
| "Your leadership, humor, and motivational spirit ignited our Team Captains with the energy and drive they needed to motivate their volunteer teams, resulting in a fantastic turnout at the Volunteer Orientation ... in fact, Houston was the first Super Bowl volunteer program to reach 100% of the NFL's quota for every shift."... | ||
| Company: NFL Super Bowl Host Committee | Contact: Robert Dale Morgan, President & CEO | |
| "Your efforts as well as the efforts of many others paid off handsomely as we delivered to the National Football League the best Super Bowl ever! I simply wanted you to know how much I appreciate your involvement. Hopefully this is just the beginning of many Super Bowls to come"... | ||
| Company: OXY, Inc. | Contact: Donald Moore, VP and CIO |  |
| "The content of your presentation was right on target and your delivery was exceptional. As you know, we have a very diverse audience and you were able to reach everyone. To a person, your message and presentation got rave reviews."... | ||
| Company: Roche Diagnostics | Contact: Josep Burges - International Director of Commuication |  |
| In reference to the "Secrets of Memorable Presentations" course that you presented to Roche Diagnostics last February, all I can say (is that) it was Memorable for your professionalism and your infectious enthusiasm. The course was fun and enriching from beginning to end – The workshop was lively and interesting. What I liked most was the immediate applicability of your knowledge and ideas. Straight after the workshop we were rearing to go, sufficiently empowered to face any type of speech, with Quotations, Magic Tricks, Songs and Geographical Transitions.... | ||
| Company: Rowan Companies, Inc. | Contact: William Hedrick, HSE Manager |  |
| "Your recent presentation ... was beyond our expectations. Of the approximate 100 comment forms returned for review, your presentation consistently ranked as the best of the 10 total presentations given. On a personal note, I truly appreciated the opportunity to work with you in preparation for the Conference"... | ||
| Company: Southwest Airlines | Contact: Rita Bailey, Director University for People |  |
| "Yes...Yes...Yes...Yes...Oh Yes!!!!! As I walk through the halls of our University, I can hear this chant ringing from the classrooms. You really hit the bullseye with our group, which is no easy assignment when you are facilitating FACILITATORS. You were able to illustrate all the learning points through demonstration, interaction, and experience. You far exceeded expecations ..."... | ||
| Company: Southwest Airlines | Contact: Lorraine Grubbs | |
| “Everyone who attended your session was raving about how much fun they had and how inspired they were when they left. Doug, I’ve been at Southwest Airlines 10 years and I’ve never seen our people so excited and motivated.”... | ||
| Company: Stewart Title | Contact: Donna Hammond, Communications Coordinator |  |
| "You are simply amazing! You do have a gift! It is safe to say that you were once again a big hit among Stewart Title associates. You had the attention of every associate as I looked around the room during your prsentation. Your mesage of team building was energizing and educational. It is a refreshing change to see and hear genuine talent."... | ||
| Company: SUMA Partners | Contact: Andrea Lebovitz, President |  |
| "In just one day, Doug helped the group master very specific strategies for overcoming obstacles to reach goals. The approach was so novel that I engaged Doug to coach our staff in all breakthrough sales techniques following the workshop. It is clear that Doug Hanson's success in sales and management is the result of his talent for pushing himself beyond the limits. He is also one of the rare individuals who can apply those skills to help other people reach new levels of performance."... | ||
| Company: SunTrust Banks, Inc. | Contact: John Wheeler, VP |  |
| "Within only 4 1/2 hours, you were able to build a bridge between these six groups that will prove invaluable as we continue our integration efforts. In addition, the energy and perspective you provided have already helped people see the challenges ahead as a fun adventure."... | ||
| Company: U.S. Cellular | Contact: Thomas P. Catani, Director MidSouth |  |
| "Following are excerpts of some of the letters I received from assoche week after the meeting. I didn't ask for feedback, it jsut came rolling in ... 'Thank you for the wonderful day. I really feel part of a great company', 'Saturday was special. Thanks for taking care of the little guy on the totem pole', 'We can use Doug's principles in everyday life, as well as in work. I thought it was great' ... I have learned through the years that even with great success, to be aware you can't please everyone. In this case, I can honestly say, I thinnk we did just that."... | ||
| Company: U.S. Cellular | Contact: Linda Baker, VP Customer Service | |
| "The variety in your presentation was what I enjoyed the most. You touched every emotion within us, humor, passion, and energy. Using multiple mediums of influence, visual, auditory, and participative made four hours seem like one. We did not want it to end. The highest compliment of all comes from your audience ..."... | ||
| Company: U.S. Cellular | Contact: David P. Rivoira, Area General Manager | |
| “One of the greatest things about your presentation is that everyone who attends leaves with the feeling that anything is possible if you believe in yourself. Your program is enlightening and easy to apply to every day life. Everyone is still talking about the excellent program and how it has helped them”... | ||
| Company: U.S. Cellular | Contact: Michelle D. Platt, Director Midwest Communications Center | |
| “Our entire center continues to buzz with discussion about both individual and team benefits from your session with us. Thank you, thank you, thank you for working with our associates! We appreciate you adapting your program to accommodate our situation. Everyone was truly inspired by your tremendous energy.”... | ||
| Company: US Bank | Contact: Paul Meyer - Director of Sales |  |
| We take a great deal of pride in being able to deliver the best of the best to our partners. Our experience with you was no exception. You are clearly one of the "Best of the Best". Your presentation was a home run! You have an amazing presentation style - entertaining, thought provoking, humorous, and easy to listen to.... | ||
| Company: US Bank | Contact: Adrian Hebig, SVP/COO | |
| All 500+ of our employees continue to work towards building their “To Do Lists” and learning to “Play Full Out!” I continue to see your book ‘101 Distinctions between Success and Failure’ on the desks of our employees, in team emails and topics of discussion at department meetings and outings! I have noticed a change in employees, meetings and events around our organization daily. Thank you for helping us to drive new opportunity for employees---both personally and professionally. ... | ||
| Company: US Cellular | Contact: John Stevenson, Sr Director | |
| "I want to thank you for being a big part of our leadership event for the second year in a row ... Whether we were laughing, crying, or running around like lunatics to achieve a better time on our "challenge", we were all learning & growing. The core message you are teaching is a great match for our business model."... | ||
| Company: Verizon | Contact: Philip H. Brown, Executive Director - Verizon Plus |  |
| "Without a question, your 'transformation' messages sparked the team and set the stage for a very successful meeting ... Overall, 99% of attendees rated your session either very good or outstanding (actually 92% rated you outstanding!!). I think I can honestly speak for the team in saying that we will take away all that you shared with us and begin to immediately apply it in our daily operations."... | ||
| Company: Verizon | Contact: Robert Driscoll, Vice President | |
| The knowledge and information that we learned in your conferences has been priceless! Your presentation was uplifting, enlightening, and truly “transforming”. You were able to capture our team with your energy, conviction and the undeniable truth of your message! ... Without exception, the impact you had on our conferences was a Success! You are an amazing, one-of-a-kind speaker that I’d highly recommend to any corporate partner.... | ||
| Company: Verizon | Contact: Deb McNamara, Vice President | |
| "Your ability to combine the elements of motivation, education and entertainment is exceptional! Thank you for sparking an extraordinary amount of enthusiasm in each of us for the work that we do and the contributions we make toward the Channel Optimization team and society as a whole!"... | ||
