“Chris challenged me to reflect at a deeper level and instilled insights that serve as gifts that keep on giving.”

— Bruce Smith, Chair & CEO, Detroit Manufacturing Systems

“Chris strives to understand fully the position you’re in and all the complexities before trying to dive in. He causes you to think through problems in a different way.”

— Matt McAlear, CEO, The McAlear Group

“Chris has a unique and compelling way of coaxing me from my fox hole and reorienting me to the bigger picture that’s unfolding.”

— Rankin Walkup, VP Sales, The McAlear Group

“Chris has helped me get issues above the table, see past the emotions, and recognize my family team was not as far apart as I thought.”

— Phil Rupp, President, Rupp Seeds, Inc.

“Chris provided terrific guidance during my transition from COO to CEO.”

— Jeff Walsh, CEO, Sasser Family Holdings, Inc.