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[See expert opinions of Storm's landmark book, The Restoration Economy]

"Dear Storm: We were so pleased that you were able to speak to the Construction Writers Association at our recent Washington DC meeting (National Press Club, May 11-13, 2005.) The results of our evaluations are in, and you were our highest rated speaker." - Sheila Wertz, Executive Director, Construction Writers Association


"We received such great comments on your plenary presentation (which showed) participants what it will take to move toward economic prosperity." - Billy Ray Hall, President, North Carolina Rural Economic Development Center, about Storm's keynote at their 2005 Rural Partners Forum, attended by over 500 community leaders.


"I wanted to let you know how much I appreciated your lecture and the work you are doing.  I found myself saying yes, yes, YES! as you layered one dimension of revitalization on another.  It is very encouraging to see how you have brought the different disciplines together under one central theme." - Jonathan Baylis, Instructor, Douglas College, New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada about an event organized by the Dean of Science & Technology for students and faculty.


"Storm, your vision is extremely important for us and for the next generations. Everyone who cares about our globe has to listen to you.  This can make a difference!" - Amos Brandeis (www.RestorationPlanning.com) Architect and Urban & Regional Planner, Vice Chairman of the Israel Planners' Association.


"Thanks very much for your exciting, inspiring keynote at EnviroExpo 2005 in Boston's World Trade Center.  This was our 14th annual conference, and the attendees were thrilled to learn of such huge and important new trends. The use of powerful images and appropriate humor underscored your vital message beautifully." - Bob Higgins, EnviroExpo Conference Director


"Your keynote address at our Land Development 2005 Conference in Baltimore was a perfect blend of offering revealing new national and global trends in the area of revitalization, excellent examples of recent redevelopment and restoration projects,  and putting our entire conference within an interesting and crucial new context." - Michael Scheibach, Ph.D., Managing Director, Conferences & Expositions (ZweigWhite), and Editor of an important new publication, Revitalization: The magazine of community renewal and natural resource restoration (first issue appearing in Fall of 2005).


"Our regional group of business, political, & economic development leaders loved Storm's presentation. His blend of historical perspective, current trends, & fascinating examples from around the globe opened our minds to tremendous growth opportunities sitting right under our noses.  Storm's enthusiasm for his topic, combined with his energetic & interactive style, makes him a great speaker for almost any audience.  His presentation has already made a difference here in Charleston."  - John L. Knott, Jr. CEO, The Noisette Company, leader of the largest sustainable urban redevelopment project in the U.S., (& sponsor of  the Restorative Development Leadership Luncheon at the exclusive Charleston Harbour Club.


"As expected, you delivered a dynamite presentation to our Water Resources Team.  Your insights and understanding of the remediation and restorative market sectors helped focus our team efforts as we begin our 2004 business planning preparations.  Your talk helped clarify the issues surrounding restorative development and gave many of our team new language tools with which to engage our clients.  All of us came away with a clearer perception of how Weston's core competencies can contribute to--and profit from--these important economic development trends.  I look forward to working with you for many years to come." - Joe R. Miller, Colonel, US Army Corps of Engineers (Retired), Sr. Client Service Manager, Water Resources Weston Solutions, Inc.


"Storm's visionary perspective was very refreshing and enlightening to our audience of industry executives, who work primarily in pollution control and site cleanups. Environmental engineering--and many other industries--can benefit greatly from the restoration economy, as portrayed so engagingly by Storm." - Grant Ferrier, CEO, Environmental Industry Summit; Publisher, Environmental Business Journal


"Storm - The workshop was a big hit! Thanks for all your support." - Steve Emmett-Mattox, Vice President, Restore America's Estuaries, regarding a special pre-conference workshop requiring separate registration, generating thousands of dollars in extra revenue for the 2nd National Conference on Coastal & Estuarine Habitat Restoration, Seattle, WA


"(Storm Cunningham is) a visionary in restoring communities and natural resources." - Grant Davis, Executive Director, Bay Institute, after hearing Storm speak at San Francisco's famed Commonwealth Club (quoted from a feature article about Storm in the February 2005 issue of Estuary, published by the local/state/federal San Francisco Estuary Project)


"Dear Storm: Thank you for your outstanding talk to our World Future Society members. Your presentation was consistently rated as one of our best, and you really got our members thinking differently about the future of the world.  I evaluate hundreds--if not thousands--of articles about the future, and there is an awful lot of repetition. Your work represents a truly new way of looking at global development... fresh ideas that nobody else is contributing to the whole sustainability debate. It was great to see someone in obvious mastery of their material. We look forward to having you back again!" - Eric Garland, professional futurist for global corporations and government agencies, and Past President of the Washington DC chapter of the World Future Society. He is author of the upcoming book, "The Busy Executive's Guide to the Future".


"You did a great job for us at the symposium and we've had lots of positive comments regarding your session.  Here are two typical comments about your keynote address (from the conference evaluation forms): 'Super!'  & 'I really enjoyed Storm's presentation - very positive instead of typical gloom and doom.' Thank you!" - Sue Barnes, Steering Committee Member, South Carolina Environmental Symposium (an annual event sponsored by Santee Cooper, South Carolina's public power utility)


"Your presentations at our international workshops continually get rave reviews!  Your 'restoration economy' concept really grabs these development experts, no matter what country they are from. Whether they are primarily focused on the economy, or on the environment, your message has universal appeal, generating excited--and very valuable--dialogue." - Joanne Clark, Meridian International Center, Washington, DC


"Dear Storm: Thanks very much for your fine presentation on the restoration economy here last month (5/03).  Our members appreciated hearing your important message!" - Karen Lewand, Executive Director, American Institute of Architects-Baltimore


Here's a sampling of feedback elicited by the Boeing Leadership Center from the four dozen or so senior managers and executives of Boeing, Inc. following an evening with Storm on November 11, 2003:

  • What did you learn that would be of value to you?

    • Career possibilities for my children
    • Magnitude of restoration
    • Excellent brief on an industry we are not aware of
    • Restoration is a major growth area in the economy
    • The fantastic economic value of restoration
    • Importance of the restoration industry as an emerging business opportunity
    • Awareness of a new economy, never been exposed to before
    • Potential future career path

    • Awareness of the restorative economy and the amazing potential it holds

     

  • What feedback would you provide the speaker to improve content &/or delivery?

    • We need more like him
    • Loved the slides!

    • Going to buy your book!
    • Very interesting and informative
    [many identical comments]
    • Nice job with good humor
    • Excellent presentation
    [many identical comments]
    • Great energy!
    • Great job, good time management
    • No need to improve
    • The cartoons add a nice touch
    • Good topic of importance
    • Excellent humor...gets you thinking about impacts & future



 

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