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 What clients, students, and colleagues say about her…
"Energetic, positive, an encourager." "Dr. Vestal listens and identifies core of (the speaker's) thoughts and questions and addresses those issues." "She emphasizes the human side of leadership, management and supervision." "Helped give me a broader understanding of human nature, styles of personality and how to work with those who have different styles. Very interesting." "… thank you again for your course on a proactive response to violence and for your help on our final project. We have formed committees to implement the first two stages. SCS is indebted to you." "I had a good feeling that Anita had "been there, done that". She has first hand real life experience on the subject." "I was pleased with the fairness, balance and professionalism of Dr. Vestal. She was warm and encouraging while challenging, well informed and intellectually focused." "Easy to approach. Extremely personable." "Dr. Vestal was an excellent resource for this course and her insight was wonderful." "I have very much appreciated working with Anita. I have found her to be a sensitive and caring person in her relationships. Her skills of collaboration and insight into interpersonal dynamics make her a valuable team player. Her ideals are admirable and she clearly lives them in her daily life." -----Beryl Brubaker, Ph.D. Provost, Eastern Mennonite University "Although Anita's ability to juggle a multi-level workload is apparent, the strongest attribute is her personable and peaceful presence. She is able to find creative measures to go beyond what is needed, and expand what is already in place." -----Debra Hockenberry, MBA, Director, EMU at Lancaster "Her knowledge of the field of conflict resolution and management is impressive enough, but what is even more impressive is her unique ability to translate her ideas into projects that have genuine meaning to those in need of assistance." -----Gregory W. Engle, Senior Foreign Service Officer U.S. Department of State "Thank you for your continued guidance, attention, assistance to me and all your students. You have impacted me and I shall never forget you." -----Theresa V. Pendergrast, Nova Southeastern University "Anita is an extraordinary woman. She combines the professional behaviors of a management consultant with the warmth and feeling attributes so necessary to be effective in working with organizations." -----JoAn Knight Herren, Chief Training and Technical Assistance Branch Head Start Bureau "I recall Anita's ability to manage communication in a multi-cultural setting, in an organization that was experiencing great difficulty. She maintained respect for all staff members, helped them to move through their conflict, and to produce a document they could use for the next five years. The staff of that program grew in their understanding of one another, their commitment to the work, and this program now offers exemplary services to children and families." -----JoAn Knight Herren "Anita is able to design multi-faceted projects and work with a variety of players including staff, administrators, parents and community agency representatives. She is accessible, willing to collaborate and make revisions, can be readily contacted at all times." -----Carmen Nicholas, Ph.D. Director, Division of Head Start & Children's Services Palm Beach County, FL "Anita's extensive and diverse background as a consultant with non-profit, governmental and educational sectors has given her the experience and insight necessary to be successful. She quickly became known as a highly skilled and knowledgeable specialist." -----Cathy Gutierrez-Gomez, Ed.D, University of New Mexico More comments from adult students in leadership, conflict management and organizational development courses: "A very committed and dedicated professor" "A wonderful and knowledgeable professor." "Anita provides excellent stories and related material. She communicates in a way that makes it easy to understand." Anita has us participate with life experience. Class involvement is essential and key to understanding the material." "Dr. Vestal has a great personality and allows others thoughts to come through without pushing her thoughts." "Anita stressed relating the material to our companies/organizations. This helped us to integrate the knowledge." "Adaptable, sensitive to different needs and learning styles." "Anita created an atmosphere for open, honest discussion." "Easy to approach. Extremely personable." "Anita's personal experience really helps tie concepts into more understandable context." "Adaptable, sensitive to different needs and learning styles." "Dr. Vestal works well with us. She is always available and helpful when needed." "Dr. Vestal offers real life applications in helping to understand the principles. Her communication skills are excellent and she has a true concern for each of her students to achieve success." She listened and made changes where appropriate. …guided us in building on each others discussion. She made students feel comfortable " An inspiring tennis partner." Julie Schedin  |