The following are quotes from clients of Management Advisory Services, Inc. and its principal, Harry Nolan. All were made by a CEO, partner or senior officer. Because client work of the firm is confidential and proprietary, no individual or company names are provided. References, including the opportunity to talk directly with the individuals who made the following quotes, are provided prospective clients along with a proposal."I am glad to be working with you again. Every time I do, I make more money." - Manufacturer representative of long-term client
"Thank you again for the exceptional professional assistance you have provided me, my management team and the university...Your fine reputation as a highly skilled professional is richly deserved, and I value your friendship as well as your wisdom." - President of 20,000 student university
"You have helped the department and me in many important ways...(For example) This process and your recommendations resulted in our hiring the current manager who has continued to perform admirably for us for 8 months. Prior to this person joining us, there had been four department managers in a year." - Director of Customer Service, national services company
"A team was born." - VP after 2 day strategy/teambuilding meeting with 12 top managers of national company
"...the best strategy meeting I have ever attended." - CEO experienced in similar meetings with other large, national companies
"How do you improve on a perfect meeting?" - CEO of independent sales firm at client's national meeting led by Harry Nolan
"I find myself constantly referring back to the work we've done together as I make decisions and move forward. Our program was...extremely helpful to me and my career. Thank you very much for the excellent counseling." - VP/Division Head of NYSE company and coaching client of Management Advisory Services, Inc.
"There have been many times when you had the perspective we needed to hear combined with the courage and integrity to say what needed to be said." - Past Chairman and Board Member of non-profit organization.
"You have consistently given my team and me valuable advice that has been useful in a highly competitive environment. You have also provided a valuable service to the national group of independent distributors of which we are a part." - CEO of distribution company
"You have a special talent of adding value." - Vice President/Human Resources of NYSE company
"Thank you for the work you do for us. It is highly appreciated." Chairman of multinational services company based in Europe.
"When I needed help and coaching on our long-range strategy, I went to the master. Harry is an accomplished strategist, researcher and facilitator." - President of major university
"Your work has been valuable to the company, my department and me. You have helped me create a more effective department and been instrumental in helping integrate two geographically and culturally different groups into a focused, functioning team." - Senior VP of U.S. subsidiary of large global bank.
"You have made a significant difference to me, my management team and the employees of the company as we have gone through a period of major transition." - CEO of U.S. subsdiary of international company
"One of the best decisions I have made is engaging you (Harry Nolan) to work with me." - CEO of $750 million company
"You (Harry Nolan) provide pragmatic common sense solutions to business problems." - Head of mergers/acquisitions for large global company based in U.K.
"Thank you for all the hard work and excellent results you have accomplished over the last 6 months for us. Your enthusiasm and determination to succeed were inspiring both to me and my team...You tackled enormous projects including our pricing strategy and Internet strategy...Your work was extremely valuable as you helped us through a difficult transition period." - CEO of multinational telecommunciations company
"I am very pleased with the outcome." - CEO of U.S. subsidiary of global financial services company following strategy retreat with his 7 direct reports that was planned and conducted by Harry Nolan.
"Thanks for all your help in getting us to talk to each other." - COO of high tech manufacturing company after management retreat planned and led by Harry Nolan
"It has been very refreshing working with someone of substance outside of the company (or even until recently outside of the IP space!) and I would hope that we now keep in touch - whatever the vehicle." - Global head of New Media for international conglomerate
"Thanks for working with me and my team to effectively bring about a dramatic change in culture in the organization - from a pure technical focus to a focus on our internal customers. This has benefited everyone in the company as well as our external customers." - Senior Vice President/IT of an international business services company
"Our best management strategy retreat yet." - Sr. VP/Finance of national business equipment manufacturer.
"Harry gets the best out of people, information and situations. He knows how to get results that are the best for the entity and people he is working with. He is a strong, principled person who pursues the correct solutions even in the face of those who would second guess. In a word, he gets it done, and in the right way, and in the specified time." - Senior Vice President of a national business services company
"Harry Nolan is not just a management consultant. He becomes your partner in ensuring the success of the project. Harry is well read and stays abreast of the latest trends and techniques in the industry. He is an active listener and considers all ideas and recommendations made by his clients regarding the project. But he also speaks up when an idea may not yield the desired result. Harry reads people well and is capable of working with a diverse group of people on a project. He has excellent interpersonal skills, which he demonstrates by working effectively not only with senior officers and board level people, but the rank and file as well." - Executive Vice President of a Fortune 500 company
"Harry Nolan is truly a master at strategy and negotiations. By following his carefully laid out instructions, I was able to realize an immediate 43% increase in my annual income. I highly recommend him!" - Independent financial consultant
"Management Advisory Services and Harry Nolan have made a significant contribution to the growth and success of our firm. He has assisted us in establishing an overall marketing strategy, including defining our market niche and setting the appropriate prices. By following his advice regarding our fee structure, we raised fees 25% over a 12 month period without a complaint. Other examples of specific contributions include:
*Establishing a system to build and maintain marketing contacts.
*Teaching us the purpose and methods of qualifying potential clients.
*Improving our use of up-to-date technology and communications, such as the Internet.
*Coaching us on specific marketing projects and presentations, including an extremely successful television appearance for a partner of the firm.
We are very grateful for all the assistance that we have received from Harry Nolan and Management Advisory Services." - Managing Partner of a professional services firm
"After an initial thorough marketing survey and advisory report several years ago, our firm enlisted Harry Nolan's assistance on a monthly basis for all sorts of business advice. His excellent management consulting skills are exceeded only by his keen interest in our firm as a whole. His wealth of business and interpersonal experiences have made him an indispensable part of our team. We have recommended him to several of our own clients who all have received the same excellent service that we have enjoyed." - Partner of professional services firm
"Harry Nolan and Management Advisory Services have made a significant, long-term impact on our company. His advice has been instrumental in helping us achieve significant sales growth over the last 10 years and increased profitability in an industry where sales have been stagnant. Among the many ways he has contributed to our success are:
*Providing information and analysis that redirected our sales representatives' strategy to concentrate their efforts on previously untapped market segments with the most potential
*Evaluating our company's staff and recommending changes in the organization
*Coaching and training our customer service/order entry representatives, with an immediate, dramatic increase in their average order and in their effectiveness
*Guiding us in setting up an advisory council of key representatives that has resulted in a sales effort well beyond the percent of their total sales our products represent
*Advising me on developing management skills to make the transition from second in command to CEO.
I have known Harry Nolan personally for over 30 years and highly recommend him and his firm for professionalism and integrity." - CEO of national industrial manufacturing and distribution company
"Management Advisory Services provided very focused and pragmatic help and support. Harry Nolan's ability to perceive and understand the issues and problems in my company proved very beneficial to him coming up with appropriate and meaningful suggestions quickly. Also, Harry adds significant value with his awareness of the myriad of information resources available today." - Former CEO of subsidiary of Fortune 100 company
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