" I can't tell you how well delivered and well received the messages you gave were, especially in light of the cultural and business transformation activities we are currently in the midst of. Your high energy enthusiasm made it enjoyable and the leadership themes you delivered were very timely and impactful."

Jeff Furman
Vice President of Global Real Estate And Procurement
American Express


" Your presentation was motivational, inspiring, and engaging! The key difference was the upfront preparation and tailoring of your opening session. You integrated every single theme of our Conference very effectively into your message!"

Judy Phetteplace
Director- Strategic Solutions
American Express


"Jim gave an excellent presentation at our Global Management Conference! We received great feedback from the participants! Jim took our input and modified his presentation to fit our multi-cultural audience! Five out of five Speaker rating score!!"
 
Ken Joyce
Director Of Human Resources
International Paint Corporation


" This was our best ever Customer Call Center Expo and this is largely attributable to you! Your dynamic style had me and our entire audience riveted. The attendees continue to rave about you, your thought provoking content, and the idea generating details long after the Expo!"

Michelle O'Brien
Project Manager
Vitec Corporation


“Jim Welch is different from other speakers. His style is quite unique and high energy. We put him at the end of the day for a reason!”

Eric Spell
CEO
Ag Careers.com


“I know the real deal when I see it! And Jim Welch is the real deal! I am very proud to have Jim as an exclusive member of FIVE STAR Speakers! Jim rocks!!”

Steve Gardner
CEO
FIVE STAR Speakers & Trainers Inc.


"Jim Welch is one tough act to follow!"

Roy Firestone
7 Time Emmy Award Winner Broadcast Journalist, Entertainer, Speaker, and Interviewer


" Thanks again for your phenomenal presentation to the EMBARQ Consumer Markets Team yesterday! You were consistently rated the highest possible score in our survey rankings!"

Wayne Everett
Strategic Planner
EMBARQ Consumer Markets


“Jim puts in the extra work and effort to prepare and tailor his presentation to the audience.  He is a dynamic speaker who is very passionate about what he does.”

Erika Brandt
Marketing and Communications Manager
Ag Careers.com


“Jim provided real insights and tools that I can go back to my job and utilize immediately.  He also plays very well with diverse audiences.”

Jack Nesbitt
Director of Employment Marketing
Monsanto Corporation


" When Jim spoke at our annual Business and Innovation Growth Conference, he exuded energy, insight,and humor-his book does the same. Business Owners have little time for complex "theory"; they are looking for ideas they can implement yesterday. "GROW NOW- 8 Essential Steps To Flex Your Leadership Muscles" is full of inspiring and practical ideas for leading your business. The book shows you how to use solid leadership skills to effectively develop your people and grow your customer base. Business owners would do well to adopt Grow Now's straight forward approaches to communicating, branding, and competing in today's rapidly changing marketplace."

Jean Zimmerman
Executive Director
Missouri Women's Business Center


“For many years, Jim has become the company’s most passionate and visible brand champion.  Jim and his team provided strong leadership to manage our brand reputation and enhance its perception with targeted consumer audiences.  In addition, during his tenure, the marketing team developed compelling and innovative marketing initiatives to drive sales results in Hallmark Gold Crown and with our mass retail customers.”

Don Hall
President and CEO
Hallmark Cards, Inc.
Hallmark Noon News


“No matter what the assignment, Jim always embraced the challenge, inspired his team and those around him.  His impact and commitment to Hallmark will long be remembered.”

Dave Hall
President, Personal Expression Group
Hallmark Cards, Inc.
Hallmark Noon News


“I love the way Jim shares his business growth leadership message in a very motivating way.  He can captivate an audience!”

Doug Porter
CEO
Ronald McDonald House


“Jim brought a great deal of depth and insight to our business.  I was surprised at how quickly he could understand our unique business issues and build his presentation around them!  He hit a home run!

Reed Nelsen
Vice-President of Marketing
Central Valley Ag Corp.


"Jim brings a very professional and creative approach to his work. He delivers creative solutions that reflect his marketing experience."

Kevin Moore
Vice President and General Manager
Pinnacle Sports Productions


"He is a great speaker and leader.  Jim gets it!  He knows how to share a marketing vision as well as lead and motivate others to go after it.”

Cheryl Berman
Chief Creative Officer
Leo Burnett, Worldwide


"Jim Welch facilitates a results oriented workshop that quickly cuts through all the brand jargon to provide real world solutions. Jim helped us develop our Mission Statement, Core Values, Our Promise, and What We Stand For with our members using a highly focused, inclusive, and interactive process. We highly recommend Jim to other clients"

Board Of Directors
Nebraska Agri-Business Association


" We are very excited to have Jim join our team in a consulting role! Jim brings high energy, passion and marketing expertise combined with a commitment to driving our business!"

Bob McNulty
CEO
BOOMJ.COM
Orange County, California


"Jim Welch is an outstanding speaker with a unique, high energy style, and a great message about how to emotionally connect with your teams. I was sitting in the back of the room thinking of all the leaders I know who need to hear his powerful message."

Lonnie Scott
President
MidAmerica Minority Business Development Council

" Jim Welch delivered an awesome presentation! The session was high energy, provided great information, and was very enjoyable."

Dan Harbaugh
President
Ronald McDonald House Charities
St. Louis, Missouri