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“Osborne was referred to us by a trusted client and they did not disappoint. They assigned a Principal to act as interim COO who did a very good job in a short period of time considering we handed him some fairly complex projects. We would not hesitate to use Osborne Interim Management again or recommend them to another business.”

Dale Franko – Managing Director, Moodys Gartner Tax Law LLP

“Osborne provided us with the interim management and business advisory services we needed at a critical juncture for the company. I would highly recommend them.”

Dr. Kevin Maloney – Board Chair, Line of Fire Inc.

“As a young charity, early guidance from the Osborne Interim Management team provided timely direction as we developed the YouQuest service in support of younger families living with dementia. It was energizing to learn from each team member and very rewarding to feel their personal interest in our progress and future success.”

Myrla Burlman – Co-founder, YouQuest

“Our experience with Osborne Interim Management was great. We were challenged to provide information that made our business plan much stronger and we are very happy with the final document.”

Stephen Learey – Executive Director, Strathcona Health Society

“I thought I needed someone to run my company while I worked in it. What I really needed was an executive sounding board to advise me in organizational reform and strategic development. Osborne Interim Management helped me identify what my needs were and the Osborne Principal was available on demand to work with both myself and others in the company on plan development and execution. Osborne provided a valuable and cost effective resource.”

Brent Barootes – President & CEO, Partnership Group-Sponsorship Specialists™

“Mark Olson has completed his work as Interim CEO for Glenbow Ranch Park Foundation. This is his third assignment as an interim CEO for a not-for-profit organization that I am involved with as a Director, so I am familiar with his work. The fact that I have engaged him twice more after the first speaks volumes. You can count on a good result.”

Andy Crooks – Chairman of the Board, Glenbow Ranch Park Foundation

“I thought I needed someone to run my company while I worked in it. What I really needed was an executive sounding board to advise me in organizational reform and strategic development. Osborne Interim Management helped me identify what my needs were and the Osborne Principal was available on demand to work with both myself and others in the company on plan development and execution. Osborne provided a valuable and cost effective resource.”

Brent Barootes – President & CEO, Partnership Group-Sponsorship Specialists™

“In a financial crisis, Osborne provided us with immediate and focused advice. With their collective high level of experience, they quickly grasped the situation and built a strong, useful action plan. Our company survived the crisis and reached a record level of profitability in only a few short months. With continued follow up, they demonstrated a true desire to see us succeed. Western Biodiesel would not hesitate to use Osborne again for focused business advice.”

Dean Cockshutt – President and CEO, Western Biodiesel Inc.

“The Osborne Principals our business has engaged have delivered important support to our business in a number of areas and provided excellent value.”

Barry Schmitt – President, Barr-Ag

“As a young charity, early guidance from the Osborne Interim Management team provided timely direction as we developed the YouQuest service in support of younger families living with dementia. It was energizing to learn from each team member and very rewarding to feel their personal interest in our progress and future success.”

Myrla Burlman – Co-founder, YouQuest

“With Osborne’s assistance, we validated our business concept in the marketplace and identified potential partners for our social enterprise, giving us more than a kickstart at launch. They listened to our goals and objectives, completed all work on time, and exceeded our expectations and the plan scope. We would recommend their services without reservation.”

Garth Johnson – CEO, Meticulon

“Following the sudden departure of our CEO, Osborne responded immediately with a very qualified interim senior executive on site within days. He was able to hit the ground running, reassuring staff and implementing business processes that greatly assisted our operation. He reached out to stakeholders within the greater Habitat community and communicated recommendations to the Board. Osborne also assigned another executive with experience in recruitment to assist us in attracting and triaging talent for the full time CEO position. The end result was the hiring of a dynamic new leader transitioned in with Osborne’s support. I would highly recommend Osborne Interim Management to any organization finding itself in a similar situation.”

James Wright – Board Chair, Habitat for Humanity-Red Deer

“After an exhaustive and inclusive recruiting process led by Osborne we were pleased to find a local Calgarian in our own backyard to take on the position of President and CEO. We were impressed by the quality and experience of applicants that applied, which made our decision even more challenging. I would personally like to thank (Osborne Principal) Mark Olson for his first class leadership over the last eight months.”

“Osborne provided our organization with insightful and efficient personnel for our accounting records, processes and reports. During their tenure, they improved reporting accuracy and made numerous changes in process for organizational effectiveness. I would highly recommend the Osborne solution.”

COO, Not-for-Profit

“I would recommend Osborne as a contract/interim management resource for future consideration for Vancouver Coastal Health or any other organization who may require Osborne’s services.”

Carol Gillam – Executive Director-Primary Care, Vancouver Coastal Health

“Mark Olson has completed his work as Interim CEO for Glenbow Ranch Park Foundation. This is his third assignment as an interim CEO for a not-for-profit organization that I am involved with as a Director, so I am familiar with his work. The fact that I have engaged him twice more after the first speaks volumes. You can count on a good result.”

Andy Crooks – Chairman of the Board, Glenbow Ranch Park Foundation

“Our new social enterprise was in need of a strategic sales and marketing plan that would provide a market focus and give us a road map to be able to achieve both a social and economic return on behalf of our stakeholders. Osborne Interim Management hit the ground running and the Principal was able to deliver exactly what we were looking for within 30 days.”

Peter Atkins – Business Development Manager, SeedWorks Inc.

“Osborne provided us with the interim management and business advisory services we needed at a critical juncture for the company. I would highly recommend them.”

Dr. Kevin Maloney – Board Chair, Line of Fire Inc.

“The Osborne Principals our business has engaged have delivered important support to our business in a number of areas and provided excellent value.”

Barry Schmitt – President, Barr-Ag

“The Osborne Principals assisted us in identifying areas of improvement, then worked with us to make their recommended changes. Their actions have had a positive impact on the way we operate our business.”

Andy McKnight – Partner, Maskell Plenzik & Partners Eng.

“Osborne was referred to us by a trusted client and they did not disappoint. They assigned a Principal to act as interim COO who did a very good job in a short period of time considering we handed him some fairly complex projects. We would not hesitate to use Osborne Interim Management again or recommend them to another business.”

Dale Franko – Managing Director, Moodys Gartner Tax Law LLP

“I thought I needed someone to run my company while I worked in it. What I really needed was an executive sounding board to advise me in organizational reform and strategic development. Osborne Interim Management helped me identify what my needs were and the Osborne Principal was available on demand to work with both myself and others in the company on plan development and execution. Osborne provided a valuable and cost effective resource.”

Brent Barootes – President & CEO, Partnership Group-Sponsorship Specialists™

“The Osborne Principals assisted us in identifying areas of improvement, then worked with us to make their recommended changes. Their actions have had a positive impact on the way we operate our business.”

Andy McKnight – Partner, Maskell Plenzik & Partners Eng.

“Osborne Interim was able to provide us with a Principal who helped guide us through a technology start-up. His extensive business experience complemented the technical expertise we bring to the table and he continues to provide support and assistance to allow us to smoothly bring our product to market.”

David Lloyd – COO, FREDsense Technologies

“Osborne clearly communicated a process they would undertake in creating our marketing plan and then proceeded to meet all our expectations, on time and on budget.”

Kate Stenson – Community Food Program Supervisor, Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Association