Testimonials

"What a tremendously great experience I’ve had with the group so far.  Each session has been incredibly insightful, enriching and inspiring.  It fulfills so many areas for me.  One of the major themes of the program that stands out for me is “cultivating greatness.”  This was quite clear to me on day one as I sat awestruck by the positive energy emulated by some of the most brilliant minds I’ve ever encountered.  We all have that one big, obvious thing in common and this fabulous program is helping to nurture those seeds of greatness, ensuring that they grow into their full, boundless potential.

This program has provided me with a safe and candid platform which has helped strengthen my confidence, self-awareness, and relationship building with others.  The flexible yet prescriptive structure allows me to not only define my goals and strategize on how to implement them, but also gives me a chance to helps others in their own personal quests. Thank you so much for such a transformational experience!"

Specialist
The Irvine Company
(Stella Vista member)

“I found the group so engaging and informative, and, more importantly, it opened my eyes to other possibilities and viewpoints. After several days of sitting with all of these ideas, I’ve really been able to take a look at what are motivators for me in the work world. I’ve also been able to apply some ideas immediately to what I’m doing here, and in fact had a wonderful AHA moment yesterday in discovering that something we thought was a problem was not a problem at all, and instead just required a different focus.”

Director
Orange County Performing Arts Center
(Monte Vista member)

"Business Women Rising is an exceptional organization – improving the professional effectiveness of senior management. In today’s market we are all doing more with less and need to step up our game to ensure we are providing strategic leadership in our organizations. The Monte Vista program has truly exceeded any expectations I had prior to joining the chapter. It has given me the tools and forum to continuously grow and improve in my personal and professional development. The education, executive coaching and synergistic sharing of business strategies and solutions is inspiring and greatly increases what I bring back to my company in the form of a more effective leader and professional. Thank you for providing such a valuable resource in a time when value is so critical to all our success… BWR increases my value to my organization, customers and my own productivity. Thank you!”

Director
Jabil
(Monte Vista member)

"All of the women were incredible, I very enjoyed getting to know each of them. I thought that Deborah did a fantastic job facilitating the meeting, her sense of humor made it that much more engaging. I walked away feeling that the session was not only collaborative but very valuable and one that opens your mind to other people's perspectives and methodologies. You are such a class act and I look forward to seeing you next month. Many thanks!"

Sales Associate
Mercer Health and Benefits LLC
(Stella Vista member)

“I just wanted to say thank you for today’s session – Ellen was an excellent speaker and your organization is just so wonderful and inspirational.”

Director, Human Resources
Smashbox Cosmetics
(Monte Vista member)

“I expected a more focused professional coaching session, yet felt like we received a ‘whole person – woman and professional’ perspective. Not so much of a ‘women’s rights/issues in business’ (which is good), but more of focusing on us as individuals – both personally and professionally. That is very effective and unique in my experience. I think there was a lot of honest, constructive exchange and refreshing affirmations / perspectives. I enjoyed contributing as well as receiving support and advice from the team. I look forward to the next meeting!”

Manager, Strategy and New Ventures
Flextronics
(Monte Vista member)

“The value provided is different from other managerial training sessions in several ways. The biggest benefit I see is that it's over a long enough period of time to allow for the trust to be built and for the individual participants to have the freedom to stretch, test next techniques, and grow the most.

‘Relief’ describes my feeling that I'm not alone in my questions and career concerns, relief that I've found a group that I can trust to try new things with, and relief that a solution is possible to my perceived problems.

I think RELIEF would also be a word companies can use about their employee participants, in that they are relieved that they can offer quality training to excellent employees and relieved that through this training they can offer the future career path to keep those key individuals.”

C-level Officer
Altura Communication Solutions
(Monte Vista member)

“A nice balance of recognizing that as women we have multiple roles and we need to develop ourselves not only professionally, but emotionally as well. The “grade yourself” segment really speaks to that”.

Senior Manager
Smashbox Cosmetics
(Monte Vista member)

“Fulfilling... I felt energized on a professional and personal level”.

Director
Experian
(Prima Vista member)

"Fabulously informative...I gained greater self-confidence on how to manage communication with peers and managers. It was just an incredibly rewarding experience."

Associate Manager
Smashbox Cosmetics
(Prima Vista member)

“Insightful conversation with women in differing industries, a well-thought out structure to increase conversation and feedback, able women willing to open up about their business challenges & fresh perspectives”.

Director
Orange County Performing Arts Center
(Prima Vista member)

“Not only did I enjoy learning about the different communication styles and how you can adapt your behavior to better communicate with others, but I immediately saw a use for it in my everyday life, both professional and personal”.

Manager
Smashbox Cosmetics
(Prima Vista member)

"It was encouraging to be a part of a diverse group of women who had good experiences to share, and who were willing to share them. It seems like a group that will give good, constructive feedback when asked."

Director
Experian
(Stella Vista member)

"I would say 'Invigorating'. It was so wonderful to meet everyone, learn a bit about people and roles, great discussions..."

Director
Platinum Resources Group
(Stella Vista member)

"Awesome! I love the power of women united!"

Manager
Toshiba America Business Solutions
(Stella Vista member)

"I thought it was an amazing meeting! I got so much out of it. I think this group is really going to gel. I look forward to seeing you in December!"

Manager
Fisher & Phillips LLP
(Stella Vista member)

"I really enjoyed the group, very interesting backgrounds and loved the fact that almost all of them were very generous with insight and advice.  Enjoyed the very outspoken nature of the group (I have a biased towards outspoken people, as you may guess)."

Director
Experian
(Stella Vista member)