Testimonials

Bryant Mullen, President


Newport Business Institute and Oakbridge Academy of Arts
"I have worked closely with Blue Vase Consulting for the past two years and am pleased to offer my recommendation. Blue Vase Consulting has helped me to enhance my learning institutions by implementing learning management systems, remedial and GED training for school prospects and researching a better way to purchase textbooks. Blue Vase Consulting can be an extremely valuable asset to your organization."

Bill Landman


NBI "Kim Coon was Excellent! Excellent presentation skills! Educational and Enjoyable!"

Bart G. Levitt


2tor
"Kim Coon is certainly one of the top sales managers in the Education Industry today. He combines outstanding sales skills representing his company exceptionally well in any situation with the ability to interact with the faculty and deans of top universities. He has proven that many times over as he had identified prospective opportunities and led his team to closing many successful relationships. Kim is highly regarded by his clientele and has built long term, successful relationships in all aspects of the business. He does not stop with the sale. He builds relationships with his clients with excellent support and trust that last for many years.”

“As a sales manager Kim is an excellent strategist, planner and leader. I found him always able to lead by example and get the most from his staff. He is exceptional in preparing and executing annual plans, organizing the details and exceeding objectives. Most important, Kim Coon is a man of integrity. He can always be counted on to do the right thing in all situations and represent his company and his clients with the vision and uncommon leadership that puts their best interests in the forefront. I have not found his equal in the industry."

Dr. Lynn Hamre


College of St. Scholastica
"Blue Vase Consulting led The College of St. Scholastica in visioning an online learning initiative. The company systematically and quickly developed a comprehensive five-year business plan that included a market analysis, SWOT analysis, marketing strategy, and personnel and financial plans. This business plan has proven to be our road map as we move forward with our academic online program initiative.”

“Kim's experience in higher education and his outstanding communication skills were invaluable as we gained acceptance and adoption of the plan within the College. His knowledge of the marketing industry and negotiation skills ensured the College secured a top-notch marketing partner. Personally, I thoroughly enjoyed working with Kim and found his work ethic to be beyond reproach. I look forward to collaborating with Kim and Blue Vase Consulting again in the future."

Don Acker


Oakbridge Academy of Arts
"Part motivational speaker, part politician, and part pastor, Kim Coon delivers the message "the key elements to effective leadership" with passion, communications savvy, and a kind of understated humility not often found in a person of such demonstrated ability. He will cajole, push, prod, and even challenge the most jaded person to think about the potential influence he/she can have on the intertwining relationships we have in life, including family, friends, students, coworkers, and members of management. By discussion's end, you will understand our own personal relationship to the common honey bee!"