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“No one knows the emerging workforce better than Eric Chester. He’s spot on when it comes to the challenge leaders face for improving work ethic and restoring pride, and he offers advice that is both practical and solid.” Joseph M. DePinto, President and Chief Executive Officer, 7-Eleven, Inc. |
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“He knocked it out of the park!” Tim Rasmussen, PR Manager, MDU Resources Group, Inc. |
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“Too many young people are under the impression that W-O-R-K is a four-letter word; something to be avoided. Chester shows leaders how to get inside their heads—and their hearts—and get them to take pride in their work and perform at their best.” Ron Boire, Chief Merchandising Officer, Sears & KMart [(former) President & CEO, Brookstone] |
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“Our 500+ managers walked away with actionable strategies they can apply immediately…Eric Chester’s presentation was one of, if not the best we’ve ever had. Very relevant and exceptional.” Barry Arbuckle, President & CEO, MemorialCare Medical Centers |
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“Our managers found your viewpoint of the challenges we face…relevant on both professional and personal levels. Your presentation was engaging and humorous, and at the same time underscored the importance of understanding this next generation…our Company’s future.” Tim Smucker, Chairman of the Board and Co-CEO and Richard Smucker, Executive Chairman and Co-CEO, Smucker’s |
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“…all around inspiring and knowledgeable presentation…a huge hit with all the participants…appreciated your ability to mix real life stories with a sense of humor!!” Jim Pattison, Jr., President, Ripley Entertainment |
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“I cannot in recent memory think of another presentation so well organized, prepared and delivered. I believe your content and delivery will have a lasting impact on Applebee’s.” Lloyd L Hill, (Former) Chairman and CEO, Applebee’s |
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“WOW! Awesome! Fantastic! Insightful!…those are the words I heard from everyone…” Signe Pagel, (Former) VP, Meeting & Travel Services, International Dairy Queen |
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“Eric Chester is a rock star! I have hired Eric for three different restaurant companies over the past 5 years…He knows his stuff – and he takes the time to update, personalize and learn about each company and audience…What else can I say other than I would hire him again.” Marc Buehler, President & CEO, Chammp’s [(Former) President & CEO, Kona Grill] |
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“Many of our leaders opined that your presentation was the pinnacle of the two-day event…electrifying and motivating…” K. Stuart Shea, COO, SAIC |
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“…the positive feedback was overwhelming… our in-service day was the best we’ve ever had… It’s about time we have a presenter who understands us and can give us something to use in our daily lives…” Julie Mueller, Campus President, Universal Technical Institute |
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“The feedback from the meetings with Eric was unanimous: it is a must see presentation with real life scenarios and smart, fun anecdotes…dynamic, engaging presenter that captured the attention of an entire room and delivered his message with precision and energy.” Jeffry Gossen, (Former) VP Project Management, Wells Fargo |
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“Our attendees rated you a 6 on a 5-point scale, one of the best speakers they have ever heard!” Paul Fisherkeller, (Former) President & CEO, Taco John’s |
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“The way you incorporated Sprint and our specific retail strategies was “magical”! It all came together beautifully and really hammered home everything we’re trying to do! … received a lot of feedback from the team that your presentation was the highlight of our meeting.” Kim Dixon, (Former) SVP, Retail/Sprint Stores, Sprint |
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“Your philosophies and approach to the leadership of today’s young workforce resonated with our community…will have a meaningful impact and bring about real change for the better…the degree of preparation and customization that went into your address was apparent to all.” Paul Mangiamele, President & CEO, Bennigan’s |
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“Wow!! What an eye-opener your program was…You have a message everyone who hires, manages and motivates the teenage workforce needs to hear.” Rose Kleyweg Mitchell, SVP, Education & Government Affairs, Hy-Vee, Inc. |
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“There’s only one word to use in describing the seminar that Eric Chester put on for our President’s Gold Club – WOW!” Alan W. Stock, (Former) President & COO, Cinemark |
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“Your presentation was gripping and very professional, your energy and enthusiasm helped you to connect with our franchise group.” Don Suklis, (Former) Director of Operations, Figaro’s Italian Pizza |
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“…our franchisees felt that it was the most appropriate topic for our reunion. Your content and presentation style blew them away. I can’t remember a time when we’ve had almost 100% of our speaker ratings come back at all 9’s and 10’s.” Dina Dwyer-Owens, Chairwoman and CEO, The Dwyer Group |
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“Your presentation style captivated our audience, and more importantly the content was meaningful, useful, and memorable.” Ned Lidvall, President/CEO, Eat Here Brands [(Former) President/CEO, Rock Bottom Restaurants] |
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“Our leaders…are a tough group when it comes to keeping them engaged…You are the first presenter they ever gave a standing ovation to at the end of your presentation!” Jerry Lewis, Director of Executive Talent, Banner Health System |
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“Not only was the content of your presentation useful to our business, your delivery was entertaining and thought provoking.” Russ Bendel, President & CEO, The Habit Burger Grill |
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“…incredibly relevant…The content was outstanding and the delivery superb. Getting the message across in a very interesting way!” Bill Christopher, (Former) Group President, Engineered Products & Solutions, ALCOA |
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“To say the least, your presentation…was a winner…outstanding…right on target!” Ron Boire, (Former) President, Toys “R” Us |