Stephen Kahane
President & CEO of Internationals Coatings Company, Inc
“Nora is an insightful, engaging and compassionate leader who brings out the best in her group and its members. She has shaped high functioning, successful groups comprised of individuals who come from varied backgrounds, businesses and experiences, and have compatible, engaging personalities.
Kimberly Vince Cruz
Senior Vice President of Future Partners
“Nora is skillful at encouraging myself and my colleagues in our group to ask and answer questions that aren’t necessarily top-of-mind, and supports us in identifying blind spots in ourselves and within our companies. If you’re questioning whether or not to join Vistage, make the jump because it is an amazing and worthwhile investment that benefits members both professionally and personally.”
Troy Rankin
Senior Advisor at Farwest Corrosion Control Company
“Nora is an excellent listener and really cares about your personal and professional growth. She becomes a confidant and a partner.”
Emily Lou Steenwyk
Director at Forensis Group
“Nora brings immense experience and is able to identify straight to the issue and offer immediate support. I appreciate how she inquires — allowing for reflection. She’s a straight shooter with grace.”
Barbara Hines
President & CEO of QueensCare
“Nora is a good people person. She listens well and she isn’t afraid to tell it like it is. If you’re thinking of joining Vistage, try it out for a year and see what you think. It’s an investment in yourself and your company.”
Shuang Liang
Co-Founder & COO of Homebody
“Nora is really compassionate for any issue you might encounter. As a first time founder, I found her compassion and wisdom helped me a lot.”
Alan Sugano
President of ADS Consulting Group, Inc.
“Nora is an outstanding listener with thoughtful, meaningful, helpful, valuable, and actionable recommendations and insights into complex business issues. And if you’re thinking of joining Vistage, do it now! My only regret is not joining Vistage sooner. Vistage has helped me become a better leader and identify and remove blind spots. The speakers are excellent and have fantastic takeaways.”
Ashton Chanana
Business Strategy at Tax Hack Account Group
“Nora is genuine and truly enjoys helping people and support her team members development. She fosters a great environment.”
Edward James
Retired Senior EVP/Division Manager at Manufacturers Bank
“Nora is an effective leader with tremendous business insight. She has been my Vistage Chair and coach since 2001. During that time, Vistage in general, and Nora specifically, have helped me become a much better decision making executive.”
Mercy Steenwyk
President & CEO of Forensis Group, Inc.
“Nora has mastered the art of listening with objectivity, empathy, and grounded optimism. She brings a depth of experience to assist us along the way and a robust network of resources that can and who will assist at every step. This helps us move forward with less trepidation when we embark on new ventures.”
May Chu
Senior Territory Manager at Flexport
“Nora knows how to get to the root of the problem and often offers a viewpoint I failed to consider. She is a fantastic resource to bounce ideas with and to work through problems with. She has great instinct and there is no one I trust more with sharing the sensitive details of the business. I am honored to have her as my Chair and advisor.”
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