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Strategic Planning

“The results of the meeting exceeded our expectations. Darryl was able, in a relatively short period of time, to get our people to look beyond the current paradigms of what creates value.”
William E. O’Brien, President, 
Greater China Havi Food Services

"Over the past 25 years I have partnered with many business professionals, to bring value to my clients, but none-better than Dr. Darryl Hewitt of DWH Consulting. As a CPA and emerging specialist in Real Estate business and Investment Planning, I was in need of someone with an understanding of the critical components involved in Strategic Planning and not necessarily an expert in the real estate arena. Darryl fit the bill flawlessly for my CPA Firm and client's needs. Dr. Hewitt's facilitation skills were outstanding (adaptive and intuitive) in the use of the vast array of tools available to him. He even went the extra mile to gain enough knowledge of the industry and its challenges to guide and coach the client and me through some difficult planning and decision-making. If that were not enough, he took the time to follow-up after the engagement, to answer any lingering questions and to review next steps. Something few 'professionals' take the time to do consistently. I look forward to working with Dr. Hewitt again in 2005." 
Albert B. Sullivan, CPA,
Principal, ADValue Financial

I am so proud of the strategic plan that DWH Consulting crafted for us. His planning process and the plan itself have been key to our continued growth and development. It is a progressive document in the critical areas that needed to be addressed. It's helped us to realize where we're going, provided us with a solid foundation, and set a direction for the agency. As Executive Director, it constantly reminds me of what I need to do. 
I share the agency's vision to various constituencies using the plan. It has also been extremely helpful in our quest to become self-sustaining. Thus far, I estimate that the impact of the plan has been to generate over $750,000 dollars from external funding sources. I will continue to use the plan in the future and wholeheartedly endorse Dr. Hewitt in both leading planning processes and developing plans".
Dianne Swan, Executive Director
Rosedale Community Block Cluster

"DWH Consulting has helped our organization to build a collaborative team, expose our employees to TQM practices, and coach us into becoming more effective with our clients. We've learned a great deal and have put key learnings into practice. When the opportunity presents itself, we'll hire him again."
Paul Bains, President 
BFM Inc.,

"I was in need of a consummate professional who could break through old habits my board of directors maintained regarding current practices of successful businesses. Dr. Hewitt not only transformed the board philosophy from rigid conservatism but in addition he helped them foster a new attitude regarding their own private businesses. His keen insight apparently detected how the counterproductive views of a very diverse group of individuals could be brought into harmony if they could all subscribe to a common objective. He accomplished this in short order leaving the entire board anxious to employ their new knowledge with their own businesses.
Dr. Hewitt's professionalism is well grounded in attributes of integrity, fair play and genuine concern to raise the level of conscientiousness of a constituent to a new height. He fosters a feeling of real confidence that you can tackle serious obstacles if the perspective is shared uniformly. I would not hesitate to recommend him to my peers as I have too numerous associates. I believe he will engender the same wholesome feeling no matter what audience is in his presence."
Michael L. Penn Sr., Member and Former Executive Director 
San Francisco Black Chamber of Commerce
 
 

"Dr. Hewitt's has an obvious passion for helping individuals and organizations be their best. His professional integrity, intelligence and warmth have contributed greatly to our project. He has a strong commitment to creating fair, functional workplaces and a gift for addressing sensitive issues in an honest and open way. We are deeply grateful for his insights, connections, and evaluations, which have moved us closer to realizing our organizational goals."
M. K. Stimmler, Researcher,
The Level Playing Field Institute (Workplace Programs), San Francisco, CA

"Darryl Hewitt is the consummate professional. He provided our company with excellent team building sessions, facilitation and management consulting. I can comfortably recommend him to organizations large and small."
Lou Parrague, President,
Capture Technologies, Oakland, CA

"As a financial services professional, I can truly say that DWH Consulting is the best firm that I have ever worked with on issues pertaining to Team uilding....I would hire the firm again with no questions asked....It is a firm that will keep you informed every step of the way....I don't feel that there is another consulting firm in the Bay Area that can provide the same level of professional customer service at this time."
Otis Watson, CRA Officer
Comerical Bank-California

"The team really enjoyed the exercise and are still talking about it today. It's a framework they'll use for discussions and teamwork in the future. They've commented on how insightful it was, of themselves and their teammates."
Germaine White, Marketing Manager
Kaiser Permanente

"Your session was both riveting and stimulating. Our participants certainly walked away with a new understanding of the importance of good team communications. The group exercise served to illustrate how effective communications can help to further the common goal. There are a myriad of areas within their respective organizations where the practical application of this exercise will benefit our participants for many years to come."
Susan E. Ebanks, Manager of Client Service & Marketing Operations
Progress Investment Management Company

"Dr. Hewitt possesses an unusual knack for creating a safe space for diverse individuals to express themselves comfortably. With our group, he skillfully encouraged us to "think big", unhindered by the constraints of feasibility in order to unlock ideas with the potential to add real value to our project. But Dr. Hewitt didn't leave us spinning our wheels on ideas with no chance for implementation. He grasps the big picture, and professionally helped us whittle our utopian ideals into concrete project plans. As the project manager for our strategic planning project, I appreciated Dr. Hewitt's use of multimedia tools that inspired collaborators and provided rich food for thought. The use of music, video and text articles was a nice 
change of pace from the typical PowerPoint presentation that we're all accustomed to. Lastly, I felt comforted knowing that Dr. Hewitt had seen strategic plans reap real financial rewards. His subtle praise and suggestions born from experience made us feel like we were doing real work, with real potential for success."
Jeff Feinman, Project Manager
Consortium of Entrepreneurial Organizations (CEO)

"Dr. Hewitt's style of facilitation is like no other I've encountered. He is able to create energy around each topic and draw innovative ideas and solutions from each participant. I would highly recommend DWH Consulting to any organization that is striving to reach excellence."
Jerilyn Gleaves, Vice President
San Francisco Black Chamber of Commerce

"What I have gained most from working with Dr. D, is the necessity to just breathe, to just be in the moment ... so that my response in living in it is truly genuine, fulfilling and sometimes, a very poignant learning experience. He has been extremely instrumental in my personal and professional interactions with others. Although in many ways I thought I lived "being confident," it taught me to recognize the source of it and the instances where I least felt it and harness them into powerful learning tools for embracing and conquering obstacles. Because of this, I have made great strides towards just being me, and loving everything that I embody. This has made a significant impact on my professional development, allowing others to appreciate the astounding qualities that I possess and accepting it when they don't. I would not change this feeling of growth and empowerment for anything in the world."
K. D. T. Okelo, CEO
Sovereignty KO Collections, Baltimore, MD

"My career has been changed for life! Thanks to Dr. Hewitt, I now understand the keys to effective leadership and since I have applied those principles to my career and daily life I have become more effective in building and maintaining relationships. As a result I have positioned my company for explosive growth."
David Ritchie, Vice President
Doctor and Patient

"Dr. Darryl Hewitt is a master at helping individuals to unearth the power and potential that is within them. His approach to coaching is thoughtful, challenging, and encouraging. Dr. Hewitt did an excellent job of tailoring a coaching program to support my personal development and transformation toward becoming more effective in my way of being at work and in life."
P.D.I, MBA. 
Agilent Technologies

"In a year of profound and often difficult transitions for me, in our one on one sessions DH's generous sharing of his expertise and his sincere caring and respect made things much, much easier and more productive. I'll always be grateful to him for his hard work and valued insights into how I needed to pursue my goals and handle myself."
Renny Pritikin, Museum Director

"The advice I have received during my sessions has been invaluable. It has taught me how to be powerful in all situations, both professional and personal. The guidance has given me that extra confidence needed to seize the situation and show up as a more powerful version of myself. I now look for ways to use adverse situations to improve my situation vs. dreading adversity. I have been a Christian for over 35 years. Now, I am a Powerful Christian and I am loving the ride."
Carol R. Hopkins, CEO 
Life Enhancement Foundation, El Cerrito, CA

"I am happy to say that Dr. Darryl Hewitt is the best coach in the world and is a real blessing. From our work together, my life and progress have been changed and improved dramatically. I feel blessed, grateful and lucky to have him as a coach."
Greg Crossfield, President
Field Copy & Printing

"Wow! As the founder of a non-profit social enterprise that empowers communities in need, I experienced our organizational vision and mission realizing at a bigger and faster pace than I originally imagined. During a critical growth phase, I connected with the impact we make in the world by helping individuals reach their full potential and immediately, I knew that our organization needed to step up to the "next level," and that stepping up needed to start with me! My coaching with Dr. D., surfaced a critical lesson for me: I have what I need within me. Through the practices, and having access to his awesome ideas and coaching, I am now able to tap into my own power and lead with vision, courage and a sense of peace. Thank you Dr. D., I continue to help others realize their potential because I can access my own.
Tracey Weaver
President, Urban University

"Dr. Hewitt did an excellent job of facilitating discussions with my supervisors and management staff. They came away with greater understanding of their role within the organization and a renewed commitment to communicate and cooperate with each other to fulfill the mission of the organization. The video clips were intellectually stimulating and helped to change thinking processes and increase enthusiasm about the future of Charles Drew Health Center. I have referred to the "Pig" syndrome frequently since the retreat. The team building activities helped to create team spirit and desire to win at the business of providing quality health care to our patients. Thanks for a very rewarding experience."
Dr. Richard Brown, Executive Director,
Charles R. Drew Health Center, Omaha, Nebraska

"I really learned some new ideas. I was able to use some of the techniques in my job and to my surprise, was successful! I appreciate your professionalism and your excellent presentation of the subject."
Gail Manseur, Graduate Student & Human Resources Director
St. Mary's College of California

"Working with Darryl is rewarding because his level of professionalism is very high, he is proactive, and you can count on him to do what he says he will do. This is a rare combination of business attributes that, unfortunately, I don't encounter nearly as often as I would like."
Frank Lee, President
The Pinstriped Carrot

"DWH Consulting provided the planning, knowledge and expertise as well as structure necessary for a successful workshop. In this case, Darryl Hewitt took time to understand what I wanted and even provided me with guidance on things I was not aware I needed in order for the "Exploration, Empowerment and Advancement" workshop to fully meet the needs of participants. 
For example, as a training novice, I lack the knowledge necessary for delving into training material and extracting relevant information for an audience, but more importantly, the information should be relevant and specific so that anyone can grasp the intended message and/or trainining. In this case, the training was structured so that participants could begin to unravel the things that were holding them back from realizing their dreams and goals and, with Darryl Hewitt's guidance, we achieved that goal. Therefore, Darryl Hewitt provided the format, guidance and credibility that would have otherwise been lacking had I not utilized DWH Consulting to facilitate and develop the format and training for the workshop. 
Many Thanks to DWH Consulting and specifically Darryl Hewitt, PhD., for a job well done!
Beverly Montgomery, President
M&M Consulting and Project Management, Inc. 

"This is one of the best intensive focus sessions that I have attended."
Robert S. Walters, Financial Services Professional
Mass Mutual Financial Group

"He put a great focus on what we are trying to accomplish. The session really opened my eyes."
Sandy Tesch, Youth Volunteer,
American Red Cross

"I was impressed by his ability to capture the audience's attention, get them involved in the session, and leave them with key take aways to apply within their respective places of work."
A. Ron Berryman, Former Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer
Progress Investment Management Company

"At Yerba Buena Center for the Arts we have had the pleasure of working with Darryl W. Hewitt. He is a kind, humane, perceptive facilitator who kept us moving through emotions to get to the crux of the issues at hand. He kept us on task and brought clarity and action plans from all assembled. We are a better organization because of his stewardship and look forward to working with him regularly on organizational development".
John Killacky, Executive Director 
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
 

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