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TESTIMONIALS – ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP 2009 /2010

Fun, interactive and inspirational.  I learnt how Economic Development and Business is easy and the potential is unlimited.  Dynamite Workshop!!
Erma Stanonik – Economic Development Treaty 8 Tribal Association

I enjoyed all of the great advice that was given to me.  I learnt how to take control of my own decision and that everything in my life was made and will happen by the actions or lack of actions I do.  Awesome knowledge and very helpful, inspiring to not hold back and to just do it.  Thanks for all the help getting me back on track and in the right direction of my mindset and entrepreneurial journey.  I would refer everyone to take this workshop.
Tyler O'Grady - Youth Entrepreneur – Dease First Nation 

I enjoyed Rolf.  I mean what an awakening.  I have never been to a workshop that was so riveting and exciting.  I totally have a new respect for business and how business should be managed and approached.  I can hardly wait to get started with my new life.  Rolf is very energetic, humorous and intelligent.  What an awesome experience.  (Shift is happening)
Glen Worthington – Development Corp CEO – Dease River First Nation BC

I enjoyed the energy of the instruction, the net-working.  Very high energy, fast paced eye-opening training, modern up to date, would strongly endorse.  Anytime Aboriginal Entrepreneur offers training I will be there to attend.
Darryle Weekusk – Thunder Employment and Field Service, Turtleford SK 

The material presented was relevant, timely and well thought out.  The workshop covered all of the Economic Development areas in a coherent and simple manner.  Rolf's way of presenting what is usually passed as a complex idea was simple, informative and very effective.  This course should be a requirement for Chief and Council of every First Nation.  Rolf is an excellent communicator and the perfect coach.  

Nick Paradisis-Chief Financial Officer Ouje Bougoumou Eenou Company - Quebec

Everything put into a systematic order.  So much energy and knowledge.  Very insightful.  Nuni Sanspariel Councilor/Director Yellowknives Dene First Nation Dettah NT

It clarifies what Ec Dev is and what business plans are.  Rolf's the best facilitator I have had the pleasure of listening to.  Carol S. Doolan - Manager Gitmaxmak'ay Nisqua'a Society Prince Rupert BC

I found Rolf to be inspirational with his honesty in life experiences.  He blends his experience with the community economic development process.  It's meaningful.  Frank Alec - General Manager Lake babine nation - Burns lake, BC

You bring from within us the wanting to participate, I believe you enable us to restore the belief in ourselves.  I enjoyed every minute of it.  Yvonne Lonechild - White Bear First Nation Carlyle SK

Full of energy, enthusiastic, inspiring, more info than expected, excellent involvement.  No one was left out.  I thank you and hope to take another course with you.
Tania Johnny – Dease River First Nation

I learnt that inside me is enough power and potential to thrust leadership development and success, so that I can pull out of my nation those same qualities that is in us all to grasp.  Rolf's talen for empowerment gave me everything I needed to understand that I was already there.  His approach is nothing like anything else I have taken and his hands on methods gave me ownership of understanding.
Lawrence Mitchell – Councilor – SnawNawAs First Nation – Nanoose FN BC

Gave me a better understanding of everything in general.  Everything about the trainer made this an excellent course.  Opens your eyes.
Edward Dennis – Economic Development – Dease River First Nation

I really enjoyed discussing visions.  Rolf had so many amazing stories and great ways to explain his thoughts and teachings.
Juli Johnson – Economic Development – Tsawwassen First Nation BC

Learning about how to create business and economic Development in a simple form.  ÒThis workshop has inspired me to be a better manÓ.  Inspirational, motivational, very intriguing and an eye-opner.  Getting the participants to ÒparticipateÓ is a fabulous way to get shy people feel more comfortable with public speaking.
Shawn Brass – Pine Creek First Nation Employment and Training

I enjoyed being a participant in the workshop. It has changed my views. My board doesnt understand the financial information, it will now be easy to explain financial statements to them  Awesome workshop.
Lisa Crowe – Sandy Lake First Nation

Time went by quickly without feeling drained.  Took the Fear out of Economic Development, from Financial statements to Strategic Planning.  The trainer was well informed on topics. He kept group involved and interested.  He told good stories that were relevant to the subject matter.  Comfortable open forum that fostered group input and increased learning capacity.
Donna Moore – Tlicho Government NT

I enjoyed the coaching aspect, keeping it simple for new entrepreneurs, how to approach the leadership, collaborating with everyone in the group.  The trainer was very good.  He brings people out of their shell, humorous, lively.  One of the best facilitators I have encountered.  It has been a pleasure.
Margo Rouble – Akwitch Business Development Corporation – Yellowkinfe NT

It has taught me more and how to help our clients.  Rolf is a good trainer as he keeps the ball rolling.   This is a good course and I will pass on this info to the EDO's in our region so that they can understand their jobs.
Ruth Wilcox – KEDC Cambridge Bay, NU

I enjoyed the whole workshop.  I learnt what Economic Development is about and why it is important for First Nations to get involved in the process. The trainer was very knowledgeable, entertaining, understandable and provided a lot of information.
Arnold Stone – Whitecap Dakota Development Corporation 

Fun to learn while in the session.  Informative and easily understood.  Rolf is very energetic he has many stories to tell and share with the group so that learning is made fun.  Story telling is a great way to learn!  Rolf does it very well!
Laurie Jacques – North Shore Tribal Council – Blind River ON

Rolf really brought things in to perspective for me in regards to what needs there are in the First Nations and how to combat them.  His enthusiasm, character made my time with him quite enjoyable.  In addition the way he showed the financials made it very easy to understand for everyone.  It was a pleasure to have him as a coach.
Charlene Recolet – Gezhtojig Employment & Training Sudbury ON

Leadership Coaching was great as well as Strategic Planning.  Emphasis on communication was good,  Excellent trainer would recommend.  Highly suggest course for all EDO's.
Barret Dokis – Union of Ontario Indians

I enjoyed the Strategic Planning the best.  It's very useful knowledge to have for our organization and community.  Rolf is a very gifted and insightful teacher! Chi-miigwetch!
Adrienne Bennett – Saulteaux Enterprises Massey ON

I enjoyed the way the information which can be somewhat complex was striped down so that we can use it to more easily work for youth and for under-educated.  It doesn't have to be that difficult and this is what will be most important and effective when working with clients and community.  Excellent ability to make me feel at ease in the subject.  He made me feel like I can do this – Thank You.
Andrea Jacobs – Saulteaux Enterprises Massey ON

Simple Steps to Business Plan with the entrepreneur, so they will understand and participate.  Enjoyed the Strategic Plan and 6 Hats – simple and very precise.  The trainer was very good.  He explained things well.  Made it very simple and easy.  Everything is possible, even the impossible that you think you cant do.  Know your vision and stick with it till the end.