Testimonials
“What people are saying about Mark Goldstein”
“I wish to express our sincere gratitude for the exceptional job you did in preparing and delivering the ‘Reinvention of Retirement seminar.’ Here are a few of the comments from our evaluation forms: “One of the best I ever heard.” Great speaker and presentation.” I would like to hear it again right now.” “It made me re-look at my thinking on retirement.” It made me think seriously about the retirement years.”
J. Christopher Noonan, Divisional Executive Vice President
“Mark received a standing ovation at the end of his presentation. I heard attendees talk about his presentation throughout the entire conference and for months after the conference. I have no hesitation in recommending Mr. Goldstein as a speaker at any conference.”
Leslie Marks, Executive Director
“I would like to express our gratitude for your presentation at the ABA National Conference… We strive for a balance between banker-led sessions and presentations by experts in fields related to banking. Your presentation was extremely well-received by the attendees.
Joanne Buck, Associate Director
“As you know, it’s hard to hold the attention of more than 200 people for over an hour, but you certainly did it, and did it well. We have had lots of post-meeting comments about your presentation—all very positive—in addition to the enthusiastic response you received immediately after…”
Ronald F. King, Chairman, CEO, and President
“Thank you for the wonderful presentation you gave to our WellPoint Sales force. Your presentation was exciting, humorous, and memorable. You kept the audience frozen to their seats with your energy and delivery. It truly was incredible… at least a half dozen associates have mentioned to me that yours was the best presentation we ever had… nearly a month later now and people are still talking…”
Michael Aguilar, Training Manager
“I have had the pleasure of twice participating in one of Mr. Goldstein’s presentations on the future of aging and both times I left with new insight into how I can adapt my organization to address the changing landscape of the boomer generation. In addition to being a superb presenter, he deftly works popular culture artifacts, such as commercials and old television programs, in with the charts and graphs to keep his audience engaged and entertained.”
Eli Feldman, President, and CEO
“It is an art when a speaker can be both entertaining while providing useful information, and being in a Mark Goldstein session doesn’t disappoint on either count. When he spoke at the International Builders Show the audience was captivated. Quite unusual when there is much competing for audience attention.
Janis R. Ehlers, President
“I enjoyed your presentation immensely at the International Builders Show. I left your seminar feeling that I had a much clearer understanding of my potential clients.
Abbie JW Sladick, President
On behalf of our entire Strategic Marketing staff, our CEO, President, and SVP, we wish to thank you for what has been described as our best keynote speech in conference history. Your message and presentation style captured our attention and drove home the point. Well done!”
J. Scott Glaus, Vice President
“I want to thank you for being a part of our 30th Annual Conference and for your contribution to its success… Based on attendee evaluations, the conference was very successful, earning an overall rating of 4.34 on a 5-point scale… you’re rating was 4.80.”
Marc Chappell, Deputy Director
“On behalf of the Office of Human Resources Management, Department of Veteran Affairs, I extend sincere thanks for your exceptional presentation at our 2009 Human Resource Training Conference and Exposition… It was a resounding success, with positive feedback from the almost 700 senior executives, managers, and HR professional who attended… You held the rapt attention of a packed conference hall throughout your 90-minute presentation as you addressed challenges within the VA and the country as a whole. You captivated the HR community with your multimedia presentation… Your information packed program continued as a topic of conversation for the remainder of the conference and afterwards, as participants shared their new insights at post-conference gatherings…”
Tonya M. Deanes, Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary
“I just want to let you know how much we appreciate your recent presentation at our Pre-Retirement Program. The feedback we received is excellent. The participants thoroughly enjoyed the content, multi-media approach, and the high energy style you use with your presentations. That is why we continuously ask you to kick-off our programs. Your sessions serve to round out the role of retirement planning and motivate the participants to tackle the whole planning process.”
William J. Colbourne, Senior Vice President
“We have received some great feedback from staff who attended your training last week on The Reinvention of Retirement—The Art of Experiential Communication. Comments such as “I was on the edge of my seat” “Great presentation” “I couldn’t wait to tell my wife all about it” confirms that they were engaged and enthused!”
Anne McConnell, Project Manager
Thank you for your contribution to our successful Farm Service Agency Leadership Development Seminar… Your presentation to over 300 participants was very well received. You were not only great, you were also remarkable in your canny ability to hold and maintain the intense interest of your audience… I have received numerous phone calls and emails praising your presentation and the information you shared…”
Dennis D. Olson, Administrative Officer
Your presentation was right on target with the program’s overall theme as the survey responses from the audience were very favorable. You jump-started the audience’s enthusiasm early in the day… I appreciate you tailoring your comments to our program and audience needs…
Jim O’Bryan, Business Development Officer
“Thank you for speaking at our Educational Institute in Austin, Texas. Your presentation informed our associates about a topic that is pertinent to improve themselves as financial professionals as well as strengthen their growing business. Great speakers like yourself turn an average conference into one that is talked about for years to come…”
Dane Tiensch, Director of Marketing
“We wish to reiterate our appreciation for your contribution to the success of our Congress. Each and everyone who attended have either verbally or in writing literally raved about your presentation… To summarize the many comments received from our associates, Mr. Goldstein… you were a very effective speaker and we all want to know more about you and your ideas.”
Avelina J. Pousa, Senior Vice President
“Thank you for kicking off the International Investor Institute’s Senior Delegates Roundtable in such grand style. Your comments sparked dialogue and some controversy, both of which set the stage beautifully for the discussions which followed.”
Barbara Munder, Executive Director
“Thank you for making the time to give your “Best Years” presentation at our annual sales meeting. In the five years we have run these meetings I have never experienced a more positive broker response to a speaker. Your reviews were great.”
Michael R. Williams, Senior Vice President
“Your presentation at our Grocery Merchandiser’s Workshop on Reaching and Retaining the Mature Consumer was excellent… a reality check of where we are today and what we need to work toward in the future to accommodate our maturing population.
J.H. Childers, Vice President
“It has been 3 weeks now since your presentation. I still hear the community talking about it. Thank you for your excellent presentation to over 500 community leaders…
Kirk Swenson, Vice President
“I am writing this letter as an unequivocal endorsement of the presentation and marketing skills of Mark Goldstein. I have had the opportunity to see his presentation and was electrified by the information he presented in a thoroughly enjoyable format that brought a smile to my face and also helped me make strong business decisions to structure my healthcare organization into the future… Mark captivated the audience with his vast knowledge and humor in delivering the message to our very large system that has 30 hospitals, $3 billion in assets, and over 25,000 employees.”
George N. Miller, CEO/Administrator
“Please accept my sincere appreciation for your thought-provoking and well-received presentation yesterday at our Quarterly Consumer Trends function. From some of the initial feedback, you were a big hit; people have commented to me how much they enjoyed your presentation. It provided the audience with a great, insightful overview of the “New Mature Consumer” and challenge people to think about this emerging trend in fresh new ways… and, to top it all off, did so in a highly engaging and entertaining manner.”
Barry Schwartzblatt, Category Insight Manager
“Thank you for addressing our pharmacists during our National Pharmacy Conference across Canada. It was certainly evident by the evaluation scores that your presentation was extremely well received. The Pharmacists were very enthusiastic and made comments such as “dynamic, thought provoking, and outstanding.” I was personally impressed how you tailored your presentation to include Canadian content…”
Karen Bossin, Director
“Thank you for your expertise, showcased at our Chain Drug Store Conference. Your presentation was very thought-provoking and valuable for our delegates. A major role of trade associations is to lead members into a prosperous future by providing them with timely and relevant information. Your presentation certainly helped CACDS to achieve this important objective.
Monica Simon, President & CEO
“I’d like to thank you for your outstanding presentation as a part of our Board of Directors Education Series. I’ve received many positive calls and emails from board members and Jewish community leaders who attended your presentation. Your topic, “Aging and the Jewish Identity; Are we Headed into the Perfect Storm” was one that resonated very well with your audience. My constituents found your presentation extremely relevant to the issues we are facing as leaders in the Jewish aging services community. Everyone also thought your presentation style was excellent—taking a topic that includes lots of information and making it entertaining through multi-media delivery.”
Daniel I. Katz, President/CEO
“I have now attended two of your presentations on Reinvention of the Building/Housing Market… I thoroughly enjoyed both presentations. Your grasp of the market was targeted, founded in fact, and loaded with humor… You are a dynamic speaker and communicator….”
Jane Marie O’Connor, President/CEO
Thank you for sharing your information on generational marketing with our whole division. I have had several comments from my colleagues on what a great job you did… The sales team was especially vocal about you shared. They determined that it would be necessary to add a module to their training schedule about interacting with the different generations. This module would include multigenerational communication, advertising, and marketing… as well as product features and design options that would appeal to the different generations…”
Joanne Arneberg, Strategic Marketing Manager
”The survey results are tabulated and Mark Goldstein ranks among the Top Ten Speakers at the J. Walter Thompson Mature Market Summit… You added so much to the thought capital of this event. Here are some quotes from attendees about your presentation: “Really excellent” “Excellent content and learning. Excellent delivery” “Very dynamic speaker” “Great visuals and interactive presentation” Thnaks for your time and your brilliance!”
Nan McCann, Conference Manager
