Client Testimonials
"Will - thought you would love the note from Nick. The clients really LOVE you. The fact pattern is clear, you are really good at this!!"
Verne Harnish, CEO of Gazelles and author of Mastering the Rockefeller Habits and Scaling Up
"You worked a special brand of magic distilling everything into that one- pager. I am in awe!"
Katie Frohardt, Executive Director or Wild Earth Allies
Verne Harnish, CEO of Gazelles and author of Mastering the Rockefeller Habits and Scaling Up
"You worked a special brand of magic distilling everything into that one- pager. I am in awe!"
Katie Frohardt, Executive Director or Wild Earth Allies
"Will combines years of leadership experience and coaching expertise to provide coaching and strategic planning support that is highly effective. I particularly appreciate his ability to bring a proven process and structure, while also listening and responding to what is unique about our organization. He's skilled and adaptable, and truly a pleasure to work with!"
Kate Williams, CEO of 1% for the Planet
Comments from 1% board members after a facilitated strategy day working on core values, core purpose and strategy.
"Best board meeting we have ever had" - Marc Randolph, Co-Founder of Netflix
"Our best board meeting and maybe the best I have been in with any organization" - Hillary Dessousky, General Counsel Patagonia
Kate Williams, CEO of 1% for the Planet
Comments from 1% board members after a facilitated strategy day working on core values, core purpose and strategy.
"Best board meeting we have ever had" - Marc Randolph, Co-Founder of Netflix
"Our best board meeting and maybe the best I have been in with any organization" - Hillary Dessousky, General Counsel Patagonia
"I have had the privilege of being mentored by an outstanding Gazelles coach, Will Ditzler. He has done tremendous work with my executive team at Innovateus Solar and also for another family company called Logistick that my sister Ashley runs. Beginning Jan. 2014, I asked Will to be my coach and he has helped us fully integrate the Rockefeller Habits into our business. He also facilitates our quarterly and annual meetings. I believe this was one of the best business decisions I've made."
TJ Kanczuzewski, President of Inovateus Solar
TJ Kanczuzewski, President of Inovateus Solar
"Thanks for your help in the growth of my business. Your coaching has been valuable to both me and my leadership team. You can definitely help us get to our BHAG. We have grown and accomplished so much since you started coaching us."
Dr. Mike Carpenter, CEO and Founder of Dental Excellence Group and author of Dentistry that Doesn't Bite
Dr. Mike Carpenter, CEO and Founder of Dental Excellence Group and author of Dentistry that Doesn't Bite
"Thank you. I can't say enough, thank you. This year has been amazing on many levels, and I am grateful. You have been an inspiration in my life, and I leader whom I look up to. I don't say that about a lot of people. You are one and I mean that. Thank you for taking a shot with me and couple of years ago and sticking with me these past two years. It has been a heck of a ride and I can't thank you enough. Thank you for this opportunity, and I pray that your family is blessed in 2018.
Brent Snodgrass, Founder and CEO of entrepreneurial real estate firm in early growth stages after a record year in 2017
Brent Snodgrass, Founder and CEO of entrepreneurial real estate firm in early growth stages after a record year in 2017
"Thanks for guiding us through yesterday and keeping us focused on the big picture. I am not sure the meeting would have been nearly as productive without your presence. I appreciate the direct and delicate open accountability. Thanks again Will - I value what you bring to our family more than I can ever express in words."
Rob Brown, CEO of International family business client
Rob Brown, CEO of International family business client
"I really value your advice. It has been great working with you; I cannot imagine what it would have been like dealing with the issues I have without your help."
Judy Gripp, Gripp Inc CEO & Business Owner, Carmel, Indiana
Judy Gripp, Gripp Inc CEO & Business Owner, Carmel, Indiana
"In facilitating our recent strategic planning session, Will brought a unique, independent perspective as a proven leader and successful executive. He was quick to understand our business and focus our discussion on the key attributes necessary to help us achieve our goals on behalf of our clients. The tools and strategies shared were helpful and actionable."
Brett McKamey, President and COO of Goelzer Investment Management
Brett McKamey, President and COO of Goelzer Investment Management
"Will, I just wanted to drop you a note to say Thank You again for the outstanding job you did in leading my Leadership Team through the one day Rockefeller Habits. I was hesitant on our ability to come up with 5 core values and a purpose statement in one day; but, with your guidance and thought provoking questions we were able to do just that. And had time to identify and put together some action plans for our quarterly rocks. Your professionalism and ability to have my Team relaxed while dealing with some much needed leadership skills was above and beyond my expectations. Thank you again and I look forward to working with you again in the future. "
Gregory B. Erickson, CEO of Graphix Unlimited, Inc.
Gregory B. Erickson, CEO of Graphix Unlimited, Inc.
"Many thanks - 100% satisfaction!"
Feedback from a private workshop provided to a national Engineering and Architecture peer group of CEOs.
Alex D. Oak, PE, Chairman and CEO of Cripe Architects and Engineers
Feedback from a private workshop provided to a national Engineering and Architecture peer group of CEOs.
Alex D. Oak, PE, Chairman and CEO of Cripe Architects and Engineers
"Since January 2005, I have had the benefit to observe Will Ditzler lead his company, JF New, from a local company to a regional power in their industry. During this time Will was a member of one of my Executive Forums Peer Group and one of my Gazelles’ Clients. Thus I have had continuous interaction with him and lengthy time to observe his Leadership Skills. Will demonstrated an extraordinary ability to grasp various effective management tools and apply them effectively to his company. This includes, amongst other things, the Gazelles Rockefeller Habits and Brad Smart’s Topgrading.
Tony Hutti, President of Executive Forums Northern Indiana and former Gazelles Coach
Tony Hutti, President of Executive Forums Northern Indiana and former Gazelles Coach
"Will Ditzler is a seasoned leader who provided us not only with the “process” and tools but provide the perspective that only comes with experience we needed to better implement the practices and rhythms of fast growing organizations. Will’s combination of knowledge and practical, hands on experience has been the perfect combination for assisting SpringHill."
Michael Perry, President of SpringHill Camps
Michael Perry, President of SpringHill Camps
"You are an inspiration for all of us and I am thrilled you will be our new board chair and will lead our chapter to bigger and better conservation. Thank you for all that you do for us and for conservation in Indiana and around the world!!"
Mary McConnell, Indiana State Director of The Nature Conservancy
Mary McConnell, Indiana State Director of The Nature Conservancy
"You are the right fit for our team. Our leaders and excited and engaged!"
Email from CEO of 1200 person national consulting firm after 2 day Strategy and Execution Workshop
Email from CEO of 1200 person national consulting firm after 2 day Strategy and Execution Workshop
"Thanks for giving us a rock solid execution process. In just three years, with your help, we have improved alignment of each department with our organizational strategy and goals. This has resulted in dramatic improvement in guest attendance and net income. In fact, this is our first year in decades and possibly in the 80 year history of our organization, we did not need donations to operate. Thanks you!"
Gary Wingerd, President and CEO of Forest Home Christian Camps, California
Gary Wingerd, President and CEO of Forest Home Christian Camps, California
"I have worked here for 22 years and this is the first time I've felt completely connected and engaged on who Grace Village truly is. You are helping us develop the structure and measurable goals that have been lacking for so long. You are helping us be vulnerable and honest with each other and we are holding each other accountable regarding our newly defined core values and core purpose."
Sondrea Hamilton, Vice President and CFO of Grace Retirement Village
"Simply put working with Will has taken us to the next level. He helped us establish core values, core purpose and a clear vision along with supporting strategy. Our work with Will has equipped us to be successful at a level that would have taken us years otherwise. His approach is easy to understand yet strong enough to provide lasting results. HIs impact to our bottom line paid for him many times over within the first quarter!"
Michael Pahl, Founder and President of Winona IT
Sondrea Hamilton, Vice President and CFO of Grace Retirement Village
"Simply put working with Will has taken us to the next level. He helped us establish core values, core purpose and a clear vision along with supporting strategy. Our work with Will has equipped us to be successful at a level that would have taken us years otherwise. His approach is easy to understand yet strong enough to provide lasting results. HIs impact to our bottom line paid for him many times over within the first quarter!"
Michael Pahl, Founder and President of Winona IT
