“Without Brian’s acumen we could not have transacted valuable business deals in Kazakhstan. In very difficult situations, Brian found solutions for both sides of the transaction so the deal could happen. He is smart, detail oriented, friendly/outgoing and a pleasure to work with.”
“Brian Barnett is an outstanding leader who works exceptionally well with people and achieves impressive results. Brian served as Interim President and COO for both companies of mine, COMM Engineering (COMM) and Offshore Air and Refrigeration (OAR), which enabled me to focus on developing new products and services…Brian led strategy development, planning and execution of sales and marketing, evaluated potential business acquisitions, lowered costs and improved business processes [among other activities], all of which were essential to within 4 years, grow sales 2.5 times for COMM and 3 times for OAR. I have the highest opinion of Brian [and] strongly recommend him.”
“Brian brought a new focus and vision to our company. He enabled us to see our company in a different and exciting light, and infused our growth plans and procedures with a new energy and vitality. We were very impressed with Brian’s thoroughness and professionalism during the consultation… he is very engaged and keeps everyone up-to-date on project progress…We are excited to implement our updated strategy.”
“Brian recently led a strategic planning seminar for one of my agriculture peer groups, [whose] members encompass a variety of production practices and geographies…Brian tailored the meeting to meet their needs, [and with his] extensive business experience and comprehension of the global scope of agriculture, helped the producers understand the motivation for [and importance of] strategic planning. Best of all, Brian’s leadership created positive action for several of the participant’s farm operations.
“I have known Brian Barnett for nearly 15 years and have worked with him on a number of projects during this time. I have worked with Brian when he was a consultant for my firm and on community service activities. Brian is an extremely diligent and hard worker who is meticulous about producing a quality product. He worked in difficult and challenging environments for me including the Northwest Frontier Province of Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Zambia. During these assignments Brian provided insightful and thorough analysis of a number of industries including tree fruit, horticulture, livestock and farmed seafood. I would highly recommend Brian for work in private, public, bi-lateral or multi-lateral institutions.”
“Brian has a wealth of knowledge and experience. It is not often that one encounters someone with the depth of experience that Brian posses. He also has a many contacts that are helpful in the performance of his job. With Brian you get more than you expect in dedication to the task and results.”
“Brian worked with me as a member of the Executive Planning Committee for the Wharton School Club of DC’s 2009 Green Business Summit here in Washington, DC. Brian was one of top members of our committee and his efforts and results were a major factor in the success of our Summit… He was also terrific in supporting other executive planning team members, working professionally with speakers, legal staff and club members to help make sure the event ran smoothly, and providing highly beneficial recommendations… When efforts were needed, Brian was there…[He] drew on his vast and varied experience to make helpful, practical and creative suggestions, was excellent in communicating in positive ways that motivated other members of our team, and in taking needed actions to get needed results in a timely manner. We would welcome his future contributions, knowing that we can count on him.”
“I have worked with Brian on multiple occasions. He is exceptionally professional, thorough and effective. On one occasion, he was hired to assist in the development of a detailed business plan that needed to communicate a complex set of business and revenue models. He proved capable and competent at successfully working and communicating with the start-up leadership team to write and revise the business plan, demonstrated an innate ability to make adjustments as priorities were revised and new initiatives were proposed, and provided insightful analysis and highly beneficial recommendations. The finished business plan was used to successfully raise $2ML as part of the company’s second round of funding. I highly recommend Brian and would enthusiastically engage his services again.”
