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Testimonials
We understand that mission statements, marketing materials, and program
descriptions, though somewhat helpful in the exploratory phase, fall short when
it comes down to committing real dollars and time to a potential solution. You
need proof that a product actually delivers on its promises.
To this end, there is no one in the world better to hear from than past and
current customers, and thus, we have developed numerous channels for you to
hear directly from the GILD community.
GILD Testimonial Video
Hear about the GILD experience first-hand from past GILD participants...
Discussion with Mike McIntyre
Northeast Regional Sales director, Boston Scientific,
Advanced Bionics Division
We sat down with Mike McIntyre, a veteran of the Global Institute for Leadership Development (GILD),
to ask him a handful of questions about his experiences with GILD. We invite you to listen to what he said.
"Simply put, what do you think about GILD?"
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"Have you been through other leadership programs? How do
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"Would you recommend GILD to a colleague and, if you would,
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"What was your coaching experience like at GILD?"
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Written Testimonials:
"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."
-Jeff Patton, senior director, Kraft Foods
"Linkage's Global Institute is the Ivy League of leadership development."
-Susan Acquisto, president, Professional Health Services
"You have to select those events that are rich and really have that take-away value that provides you with tools and inspires you to use the tools. I think that Linkage really brings that out-and they keep getting better at it each year."
-William Gregg, president & CEO, SDC Technologies
"GILD provides the inspiration, ideas, tools, and support to change your life."
-Barbara Christ, quality operations, Bertex Laboratories
"Best overall model of leadership I've ever come across. The combination of the comprehensive framework with the world-leading thinking in each discipline was outstanding."
-Steve Tedesco, director, Clarica
"I was in the middle of a job change when I attended GILD. My executive coach gave me insights on how to be more effective in my new career. The keynote speakers were marvelous, and my teammates inspired me to get out of my comfort zone. GILD was not only the best development program that I've ever been to, but it was a life-changing experience too."
-Tom Miller, group leader, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
"What a fantastic experience! What a way to allow us to step back and reflect on our key responsibilities as leaders!"
-Elke Speliopoulos, director, SAP
"Experience an epiphany every day about who you are, how much value surrounds you in the people you work with, and how much more you can achieve."
-John Parkinson, senior scientist, Berlex, Inc.
"Real-world speakers talking about real-life experiences."
-Daryl Jesperson, CEO, RE/MAX International
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