Recommendations

(from my LinkedIn site)

“Ken and I have collaborated on several projects -- from designing a leadership program for Chinese leaders, to developing and conducting a seminar series for folks seeking perspective on the dilemmas facing American Democracy. He is the best kind of collaborator: he listens deeply and with discernment, generates a clear vision, challenges ideas that are unclear or off-course, and works to create synergy; he is practical and toughminded; he has a lively wit and laughs easily. I love working with him, and seek projects that can involve his special genius." Top Qualities: practical visionary, artful communicator, unquestioned integrity

Dean Elias, Professor, Saint Mary's College of CA was with another company when working with Ken

“A consummate collaborator, Ken exudes professionalism wrapped in boundless positive enthusiasm. His balance between vision and practical tactical solutions demonstrated his extreme value as a leader among leaders. I welcome any opportunity to work with Ken in the future and open my doors to anyone seeking more detailed recommendations regarding my experience working with Ken.”

Casey Hughes, Owner, KMunity, LLC was with another company when working with Ken

“I worked with Ken on a major project for the Chaordic Commons. Ken was absolutely great to work with: very smart, creative--Ken's thinking was years ahead of the pack with respect to the social networking phenomenon that is now dominating the Web. Ken can also apply his intelligence to practical, real-world challenges. In our work he was always on time and on point with his deliverables. Ken is also emotionally intelligent, knows how to listen, and has a great sense of humor. I recommend him highly.”

Paul O'Malley, Owner, Paul O'Malley Associates was a consultant or contractor to Ken

“Ken is a joy to work with: a great listener, creative thinker and asks the best questions of anyone I know. Ken's skills can move you forward.”

Marcia Beauchamp, Owner, Marcia Beauchamp Consulting, was with another company when working with Ken

“Ken is one of the brightest people I have ever met. He is witty, focused, and a great team player. I heartily encourage you to contact him.”

Doug Gray, President, Action Learning Associates, Inc was with another company when working with Ken

“Ken is a karismatic teacher and a brilliant intermediary. He is good at encouraging people to look at things one more time, and seek the better solution. He is enthusiastic and professional in his work.”

Britt Bargfeldt, Student, Chaordic Commons reported to Ken

“Ken has been a resource to a group of Alaskan Catalysts whose shared vision is to: "Empower Alaskans to Act for the Common Good." His insights and commentary about collaboration, society, and community engagement have sparked a number of provocative dialogues here in Alaska, particularly in our work with the Inupiat people of the Arctic.”

Katherine (Kitty) Farnham, Director, Division of Public Assistance, State of Alaska, Dept. of Health and Social Services
was with another company when working with Ken

“I first met Ken and was exposed to his creative, visionary work through Chaordic Commons. Mitch Ratcliffe and I asked him to contribute a chapter to our book, Extreme Democracy; his was a key chapter on democracy and emergence called "The dead hand of modern democracy: Lessons for emergent post-modern democrats." (http://extremedemocracy.com/chapters/Chapter%20Eight-White.pdf) Ken has a deep understanding of strategic and governance issues, especially of nonprofits. He consistently asks the right questions." Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Creative

Jon Lebkowsky hired Ken as a Writer/Editor in 2004

“What impressed me about working with Ken was his ability to build consensus among a large number of extremely smart, strong-willed and vocal owning members while maintaining high standards and integrity. I would welcome future opportunities to work with Ken.”

Dale McGrew, President and Co-founder, GoLightly Community, was with another company when working with Ken

“Ken is not only one of the smartest men I know, he's also phenomenally talented and easy to get along with.” Top qualities: Great Results, High Integrity, Creative

Gordon Wright hired Ken as a Business Consultant in 2006

“I appreciated working with Ken. Especially I like his systematic approach, his value-based leadership and his straightforward and clear communication.”

Matti Straub-Fischer, Owner, Changels GmbH was with another company when working with Ken

“Ken and I worked together on a project (side project for me) to help the homeless. The concept was his and he did great work to get many different resources involved in it. He managed to get everything from the funding sources to many talented individuals working for free on the project -- classic entrepreneur skills.”

Rick Bentley, Founder/CEO, Connexed Technologies Inc. worked directly with Ken

“Ken was a quick study as incoming Coordinating Director of Chaordic Commons. He demonstrated skill at understanding the culture, facilitating groups, and communicating the purpose and principles of the commons. Ken was remarkably patient with challenging leadership situations.”

Ginger Sall, Council of Trustees, Chaordic Commons worked directly with Ken

“Ken managed to provide thoughtful and appropriate guidance to an organization in transition that required him to facilitate multiple objectives among diverse stakeholders. He displayed strong abilities to handle ambiguity and complexity with good humor and poise.”

Jonathan Reams, Director, Institue for Transformative Leadership worked with Ken

“Ken served as a fountain of knowledge and advice when it came to promoting and practicing the chaordic concept. He did a tremendous job keeping this herd of cats going in the same directions while also keeping tabs on the day to day administrative activities”

Thomas Sherlock, Owning Member, Chaordic Commons worked with Ken

“Ken came into a complex situation where many constituencies were vying for influence over the direction of the Chaordic Commons and managed the organization to greater cooperation and a shared sense of mission. He was practical and pragmatic in his management of the annual budget and resources, achieving much with very little.”

Mitch Ratcliffe, Trustee, Chaordic Commons worked directly with Ken

“Ken and I worked together during the transition of Chaordic Commons from a centralized to a distributive management structure. Ken's professional support of the process gives me great confidence in his ability to organize and follow-through on these sorts of projects.”

Craig Filek was with another company when working with Ken

“Ken has a professional, personable approach combined with an attention to detail that I greatly appreciated. He is open to others' thinking while clearly articulating his view. He always asked excellent questions and could be counted on when he committed to a deliverable to be accurate and timely. When he said he would do it, he did it. An art many have lost in today's busy environment. I would work with Ken on any project now and in the future, it's been a real pleasure to work with him.”

Skip Bowen, Partner, Performance Consulting was with another company when working with Ken

“Ken has an unusual grasp of the processes of chaordic alliance development and good social networking skills”

Dave Davison, ceo, zytron was with another company when working with Ken

“Ken is a good thinker and has considerable background in thinking through the complexities of innovative technologies.”

Gail Taylor, CEO, Tomorrow Makers, inc was with another company when working with Ken