Client Comments

"Tom and Arlene brought precision and personality, an effective combination that allowed us to explore and determine what our goals and next steps would be. Whether we realize it or not, we look to facilitators as role models. They guide us through important tasks and set the tone for future action. Tom and Arlene modeled for us a reasonable yet determined method of setting and achieving group objectives. Many heartfelt thanks to Connection Partners for their willingness to assist us in setting a positive and productive tone for the future. It was both a pleasure and a privilege working with Tom and Arlene, and I hope to get other opportunities to watch this dynamic duo in progress again soon."

[Jenny Meadows, Program Coordinator, City of Fort Collins Community Mediation Program]

"Tom — Good Job! You allowed us to air our differences in a safe way. I learned a lot about the other side. You kept us on track."

[Anonymous, meeting participant]

"[You] greatly sped up the meeting and kept us on track. Brought up key issues and kept us focused — Great Job!"

[Anonymous, meeting participant]

"I continue to hear from the congregation that the meetings were helpful, sometimes unexpectedly so…I also have heard lots of compliments on you and Arlene, personally, and folk are grateful for what you provided to the events."

[Rev. Ginger Taylor]

"Thank you for the excellent job you did facilitating our START retreat…Your genuine concern for the success of our retreat was reflected in your warm yet very professional approach."

[Judy Greenan, President, Board of Directors]

"It was really helpful to have an outside facilitator for our conversation. Each participant was freed up to engage, rather than feel responsible for moving the agenda. I appreciated Tom's preparation for the meeting, including asking probing questions and clarifying expectations, intentions, and content. The preparation process also helped us see our agenda through independent eyes, and recognize where we needed to tweak the process. "

[Alice Ierley, Staff Member]

"There were several things about Tom Bache-Wiig's facilitation that stand out compared to the other facilitators we used. First, Tom was able to create a settle for a productive meeting by deciding on and clearly articulating the steps or process for the meeting so participants knew what to expect. Second, he was able to project a sense of calmness and strength that kept the meeting productive. Third, he was able to question the participants, extrapolate out and neutrally restate their key points."

[Bob Mann, Executive Director]

"Helped to guide mediator through process and explained so that all understood. Gave great feedback. Kept group on task. Knows her stuff."

[Anonymous, mediation training participant]

"Very good presentation. You balanced a lot of specific information with broad, big picture information, and did it well."

[Anonymous, workshop participant]