Testimonials

Consulting Services

With Linkage, it’s not just about a theory of leadership – It’s also about aligning leaders to the business strategy. That’s why we’ve used Linkage, working at the senior level of the organization, to help us deliver in several key areas of our talent management strategy.
– Senior Vice President of Organizational Development and Learning, Cendant Corporation

We’ve used other consulting firms before. But Linkage is different. No one is better at understanding corporate cultures – and making corporate cultures successful for both the employees and the business.
– Senior Vice President and COO, McKesson Corporation

Anyone can provide off-the-shelf leadership development. If, however, you’re looking for someone to help you create new developmental solutions to meet your unique needs in your unique situation, and partner in a process that can span many years of business growth, then Linkage is for you.
– Executive Director, Leadership Development, Wyeth

Linkage’s consultants managed to quickly gain an understanding of our business. Plus, they really stay on top of what’s new in the field. They’ve become the ideal partners for helping us develop leaders and drive performance.
– Operating Vice President, Federated Department Stores, Inc.

The hard part of change is to get your people to accept it, buy into it, and rally around it. And that’s where Linkage’s processes and tools really help make a difference.
– Managing Director and COO, David L. Babson & Company, Inc. (a member of the MassMutual Financial Group)

 

Summits and Institutes

The Global Institute for Leadership Development

This is one of the most comprehensive leadership programs I’ve ever seen.
– Steven Covey, author, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

100% ROI.  I feel I had a strong base on which to continute my growth, but now, I feel I have moved into the next realm of my growth chain.
– Senior Vice President, The South Financial Group

Linkage’s Global Institute is the Ivy League of leadership development.
– President, Professional Health Services

What a fantastic experience! What a way to allow us to step back, reflect on our key responsibilities, and grow as leaders!
– Director, SAP

You have to select those programs that are rich and really have that takeaway value that provides you with tools and inspires you to use the tools. I think that Linkage really brings that out.
– President & CEO, SDC Technologies

Relevant, energizing, inspiring, educational. GILD is the place to unlock your potential as a leader and unlock the potential of your business. For those who are ready to have this level of discussion, the institute covers a broad range of leadership traits that would be applicable to any field, any discipline.
– Vice President of Technology Delivery, Orbitz Worldwide

GILD is the best overall approach to leading I have ever been a part of externally. I was re-energized as a leader, learned applicable tools, and learned about myself.
– Senior Director, Kraft Foods

GILD assembles the finest faculty on leadership that you could possible have in one place at one time.
– Leader, University of Michigan Health System

Best Practices in Leadership Development Summit

I walked away with lots of ideas on what I can do in my organization on leadership development.
– VP, Organization and Executive Development, Federated Department Stores

I consider this LDC to be a requirement for anyone responsible for leadership development and succession planning.
– Director, Organizational Development, AmeriSteel

This conference was excellent! Best learning experience I’ve had in a conference setting ever.
– Director, Training and Development, American Red Cross

Very impressive – I’ll be back next year! Great value for the cost.
– Deputy Operation Leader, Hughes Space & Communication

This is my first time with this conference, and I’m impressed – organized, relevant, and meaningful.
– Program Manager, Chase Manhattan Bank

Well conceived, very well managed, and excellent speakers and content. Many thanks!
– Project Director, Management Sciences for Health

“Great place to learn and network.”
– Internal OD Consultant, USEPA

Women in Leadership Institute

I have truly enjoyed this conference. I have learned a lot about myself and others. I have a lot to take with me, but also give back to my organization, family and community.
– Manager, Capital One

Love this Summit – as an alumnus, I was not disappointed! I know when I attend a Linkage event I will reap incredible insight and value.
– VP/Leader Engagement, Bank of America

I had a wonderful, inspiring, empowering experience. The keynote speakers were excellent and they all left me with a feeling that I can make a difference and so I will make a difference. I feel energized about what I have learned and all that I can apply not only in the work life but also in my personal life. Thank you for giving us the opportunity and the venue to flourish.
– Managing Director, IT, Charles Schwab & Co. Inc.

The Leading Diversity Summit

The (keynote) speakers alone made this conference worth the trip! I enjoyed the experience and learned a lot. Going to recommend to my peers!
– Director of Personnel Services & EEO, American Electric Power Company

A truly eye-opening experience. I highly recommend this to any diversity practitioner, and plan to recommend my military counterparts attend next year’s conference.
– Chief, Military Equal Opportunity, US Air Force

I wasn’t sure what to expect before attending. I enjoyed the facts that were shared as well as the personal experiences of the speakers. I thought the networking exercises were well designed (learning teams, World Café).
– John Deere line leader

Excellent conference! The information provided was very beneficial to me and to some issues that I’ve been working on in my area. This couldn’t have been more timely for me. Linkage did an excellent job of providing quality key-note speakers. The Deere staff also did a great job of preparing us to attend the conference and in helping to insure that the company gains maximum value from this experience.
– John Deere line leader

If professionals could only attend one conference on diversity and inclusion, Linkage’s summit would be the only one I recommend.
– Manager, Diversity Consulting and Inclusion Strategies, Toyota Motor Sales

Best of Organizational Development Summit

Outstanding opportunity to engage in conversation with top thought leaders and peers about the pressing OD issues of the day.
– VP Organizational Development, Gerdau AmeriSteel

Excellent content, I feel I accomplished my personal goals and now I really know what’s new in OD.
—Best of OD Summit Alumnus, Kraft

Once again, a complete success! Lots of practical tools and knowledge to take back and use.
— Learning and Development Manager, Boston Scientific Corporation

Excellent content that applies to what I do every day.
— Training and Development Manager, The John Henry Company

Superb. The best conference I’ve ever attended.
—Best of OD Summit Alumnus, Applica Consumer Products

Thank you so much for a transformative experience. It strengthened my own vision for this work and my commitment to it.
—Best of OD Summit Alumnus, USPS

Absolutely fabulous. Top quality presenters. How incredible to spend several days amongst our leaders. Flawless.
—Best of OD Summit Alumnus

 

Training Programs

I can hardly believe my good fortune of finding this course on the Internet. Pat Karbon was outstanding and the Strategic Thinking workshop delivered everything I was looking for and more.
– Board Chair, Pine Point School

Off the charts! What Got You Here Won’t Get You There is a very worthwhile experience!
– Director of Learning & Development, Gap Inc.

I found What Got You Here Won’t Get You There with Marshall so much more informative with real life experience and practice than any other class on coaching I have ever taken.
– Media and Publications, W&I Executive & Managerial Leadership Development

I wanted to let you know that the Coaching Leaders Certificate Program was an absolutely amazing experience. Excellently developed and exceptionally delivered course.
– VP Customer Marketing Group, AXA Equitable

I am using the Introduction to Organizational Development Train-the-Trainer Program, and what I’ve learned, to continue discussions with OD professionals in my organization; I will leverage what I’ve learned to break into the field.
– Corporate EOP, Staff, Lockheed Martin

The Getting Things Done®: Train-the-Trainer Program was fantastic and extremely worthwhile and is really going to benefit my organization. I really liked being able to learn from other trainers as we each taught sections of the material. It’s always great to get tips from peers.
– Trainer, University of California, San Diego

I feel I am armed with the tools and knowledge to successfully facilitate Getting Things Done® and also have your support.
– OE Consultant, University of Michigan

Excellent. I’d highly recommend the Leading Organizational Transition: Train-the-Trainer Program. Marcus was an incredibly effective instructor with a rich set of experiences and a passion for teaching. I appreciate his honesty and expertise and humor!
– Organizational Consultant, University of Iowa