I’ve worked with clients around the world from Fortune 500 Corporations, to Federal Government Agencies, and Executives to Solo-Entrepreneurs. I’ve energized organizations, events and individuals for the past 35 years and guided others to their peak potential. Below is a short list of some of those I’ve successfully served in helping them transform. We always maintain confidentiality and your privacy if you prefer not to be on our published list.

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Corporate Clients IBM Boeing Nextel Anheuser-Busch The World Bank Group Washington Mutual, Inc. Booz, Allen,  Hamilton Dragon Hill Lodge, Seoul, Korea Northrop Grumman Weichert Realtors PDC Productions, Inc. Delta Airport Consultants Blackhawk Industries ATR Aerospace Corporation Silver Diner Restaurants Annapolis Bank & Trust Borders, Barnes & Noble Book  Stores Crook & Chase Show-TNN Send Out Cards                   Education Clients Clemson University DECA University of Toledo Frostburg State University University of Maryland Longwood University Chesapeake College Virginia Polytechnic University University of Texas at Tyler Northwest OK State University                Government Clients EPA IRS FDA NASA US Mint Fannie Mae Americorps BOSS Europe, U.S. & Korea US Army US Air Force US Navy US Marine Corps U.S. Postal Service American Red Cross National Security Agency MWR Staff – Department of Defense – Japan/Korea/Europe/U.S. Federal Bureau of Prisons Virginia State Senate Staff Comptroller of the Currency State Internal  Auditors Commissioner of Revenue Defense Logistics Agency U.S. Department of State                      Healthcare Clients Coolfont Spa Sinai Hospital Northwest Hospital CJH Medical Center Caroll County Hospital Pima/Gila Long Term Care Lifebridge Healthcare Systems Northern VA Mental Health Inst. Pinellas Community Health Centers

Association Clients AARP Junior League American Rental Association American Trucking Association Recognition Professionals International International Special Event Society Meeting Professionals International Society for HR Management Society of  Govt. Meeting Professionals National Assn. of Social Workers Inatl. Assn. for Admin Professionals MD State Attorneys Association Virginia Payroll Association Virginia  Society of Association Execs American Society of Military Comptrollers Business  Educators Association National Assn. of Catering Executives Virginia Speakers Association Women’s Council of Realtors CNEW Women’s  Chamber International  Assn. of Facilitators Assn. of Temp Staffing Services Assn. of Community Banks Sales & Marketing Execs International Society of Women Engineers Administrative Managerial Association Soroptimists International MD Society of Assn. Execs Hospitality/Recreation Clients YMCA Marriott Fun Expo Busch Gardens Celebrity  Cruise Lines Regent Seven Seas Cruise Lines Paramount’s Carowinds Theme Park Worlds of Fun Theme Park Amusement  Consultants, Ltd. Cleveland  Metroparks Zoo State and National Recreation Associations Hospitality Management Association Resort & Commercial Recreation Association Travel & Tourism Research Association European Alliance for Health, Physical Ed. Recreation & Dance International Conference on Outdoor Recreation Athletic Business, Inc. European Recreation Society American Camping Association Armed Forces Recreation Society Club Manager’s Association Inat’l Assn. of Amusement Parks & Attractions

 

Comments

“I wanted to express our thanks for your presentation at our recent retreat! First and foremost it was fun! It was also a very positive learning experience. My colleagues all expressed satisfaction with the session, and mentioned many of the lessons they had learned during the session. All in all, it was a very positive experience for our group.” Conference Coordinator (The World Bank)

“Everyone on my staff agrees that our fall retreat was the best ever! Your enthusiasm is contagious. We had fun! Your delightful personality and enthusiasm made us want to build a team that can turn work into fun and focus energy in creative ways.”  Retreat Coordinator (Commonwealth of Virginia Senate)

“I’ve been to about 200 of these training programs over the years in my three careers and this is the best one yet, thank you for such a good day.”  Attendee, Norfolk, VA

“Thank you for providing the IBM Finance team with such fun ideas for teambuilding exercises. The activities were a hit and I think the teams really bonded throughout the exercises. The Big Blue Bounce had them all rolling with laughter by the end. We could not have had such a successful event without your exciting ideas.”     Operations Coordinator (IBM Global Services)

“I’ve known Gaia for nearly 30 years and I highly recommend her for any presentation where you would like the attendees to have so much fun learning that they don’t realize they’re learning! I’ve hired her a multitude of times. You need only to hear one of her presentations to know she’s loves what she teaches, and utterly enjoys life!”   Program Manager (HQ Dept. of Army) 

“Your presentation was dynamic and entertaining. Everyone was on a high for the next day and a half. Your enthusiasm is powerful! The tips and techniques you shared with us were very beneficial to us in our ever so hectic business.” State President, Women’s Council of Realtors

“Thanks for your verve and fervor, Gaia. It was a pleasure working with you. The activities you recommended certainly seemed to be the right ones, as it looked like everyone was having a great time!” Conference Coordinator (Internal Revenue Service)

“Your program was a wonderful combination of fun, inspiration and information – I was very impressed.”  Attendee, Ohio Continuing Higher Education Association

“Working with you was a blast–as I have been telling everyone since, “you are a superstar!”  Hope our paths cross again soon.” Mary (training company owner – Scottsdale, AZ)

“Your energy is boundless. Staff evaluations said repeatedly that you demonstrated outstanding enthusiasm: Gaia is very energetic and personable. She is in a career that fits her personality and this made the training enjoyable. Presented useful information in an entertaining format with good group participation – generated lots of group energy. Thanks for a wonderful program and sharing your insights and humor.” HR Development Specialist, Delaware Dept. of Labor

“Thanks a million for spending time on the phone with me yesterday, you are incredible! Your gift of time alone will come back to you multiplied over and over. Your card was a nice “pick me up”. I was reminded about how I never have had enough income to do anything I WANT to do and at almost 60 and have GOT to change my plan. I look forward to that with the cards.” New NC Business Owner

”Well – that proves this greeting card system is amazing. It was less than 24 hours before one of my first cards I sent was in a frame and sitting on somebody’s desk. Awesome!”  California Business Owner

“This card business really cheers me up. I did not count on such a generosity from the leadership that I’ve experienced. I know that if it is to be, it is up to me. I believe it is to be. Thank you so much for your kindness and support.” Canadian Business Owner

I would like to say thank you and commend you on our recent staff retreat. Many of our staff commented “Gaia was wonderful – bring her back!” The evaluations prove that your facilitation styles and techniques are among the best our company has utilized. It is difficult to find someone with such caliber and organizational abilities as yourself. The entire PDC staff realizes that the retreat is successful because you serve as the liaison between our staff and management.”  President, PDC Multimedia Productions, Inc.