Testimonials

"Barb has a great appreciation and understanding for the Twin Cities labor market. Her network can make great things happen for her clients."

Executive Director/CEO
Wisconsin Manufacturing Extension Partnership, WMEP

"Being part of Barb’s network is like being part of a special club!"
Client Management Executive
Distribution Alternatives, Inc.
Lino Lakes, MN

" Barb provides an uplifting and endless supply of positive energy that is helpful in re-framing your point of view, and refocusing your efforts to be more strategic."
Brigadier General
Minnesota National Guard

"Barb helped me with negotiating skills to realize a higher salary and other benefits for a higher compensation package in my new role."
CFO and Treasurer
APi Group, Inc.

"Barb was a tremendous coach in a period of transition. She approached my search with both strategic and tactical insight - supporting and challenging me along the way.”
President
Stylmark, Inc.

“Barbara achieves success with a warm smile combined with a laser like focus. Having Barbara in your career corner is a big plus!”
Founder/President
The Courage Group, Inc.

“Barb’s impeccable character, keen insight, and executive coaching experience enables her to quickly develop a client-focused action plan that generates results.”
Founder
Marketing Ventures, Inc.

"Barb truly understands the marketplace and uses that knowledge to help her clients build and manage positive relationships with all career stakeholders."
Partner
Chandler Group Executive Search

"Barb’s strategic focus, contagious energy, positive attitude and dedication to the success of her clients are innate gifts which empower others to achieve success through her coaching."
Business Project Manager

"When my knees get wobbly, Barb has been there as a true wing woman understanding the uncertainty of it all and courageously asking more of me."
Speaker & Author

"Barb is very outcomes-based in how she partners with her executive clients and displays great empathy, understanding and commitment to their success."
Right Management
Vice President, Strategic Business Development Consultant

"Barb’s counsel and insight have yielded tangible dividends. I navigated the recruitment process with a more strategic approach and the results were successful within six months."
North Memorial Medical Center
Director of Diagnostics

Networking & Giving Back

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Making networking fun and productive. A favorite quote of mine is, “Your network is your net worth.” by Porter Gale. We have hosted various evening events when colleagues and alumni returned to give back and support executives in job transition. You will also find highlights from our morning networking meetings where we occasionally invited guest speakers, and an especially entertaining meeting celebrating St. Patrick’s Day!

“I have been amazed at the networking meetings that Barb has organized, and the quality of people that she attracts to attend. The events are well organized and timely managed. The agenda is always interesting and thought provoking. It is not easy getting executives to commit to these programs, but it is obvious they find value as they keep coming back. IT Cyber Security Senior Consultant

October 2019 ECI/Executives In Motion Fall Social

At OffiCenters in Minnetonka, MN

December 2018 ECI/Executives In Motion Winter Social

At OffiCenters in Minnetonka, MN

July 2018 ECI/Executives In Motion Summer Social

At OffiCenters in Minnetonka, MN

December 2017 ECI/Executives In Motion Holiday Social

OffiCenters in Minnetonka, MN

August 2017 ECI/Executives In Motion Summer Social

OffiCenters in Minnetonka, MN

December 2016 ECI/ExecuNet Holiday Social

OffiCenters in Minnetonka, MN.

August 2016 ECI/ExecuNet Summer Alumni Social

Northland Plaza in Bloomington, MN.

Over 70 registered and 60% were employed and came back to "give back" to our executives in transition. A special "THANK YOU" to anyone employed who offered to help connect anyone looking for their next opportunity.

May 2016 ECI/ExecuNet Networking Event with Guest Speaker Marcia Ballinger

Centennial Lakes Office Park in Edina

March 2016 ECI/ExecuNet Networking Event

Having Fun and Networking On St. Patrick's Day!
Centennial Lakes Office Park in Edina, MN

December 2015 ECI Holiday Open House

Northland Plaza in Bloomington, MN.

Surprise Visit From Santa Sharing His Brand!

October 2015 John Maxwell Live2Lead Event

Grace Church in Eden Prairie.

" The Live2Lead event was a tremendous reminder for me that living an Intentional Life is an essential ingredient to success in all things personal and professional. I found each speaker both confirming and enlightening. Their passion and energy came thru in more than just words and their commitment to the message they delivered will leave a profound impression on me. I'd recommend this event to anyone and everyone!" ~ Senior Operations Leader

APRIL 2015 ECI/EXECUNET NETWORKING EVENT WITH GUEST SPEAKER SCOTT WELLE

Centennial Lakes Office Park in Edina.

“Scott’s positive energy is contagious. His optimistic outlook on life and overcoming objections is encouraging for anyone trying to achieve realistic goals. I would highly recommend reading his book, Outperform the Norm. The information is relevant and spot on with all the every-day challenges we are facing as a society. Scott’s innovative strategies will help you be the best version of yourself while focusing on the process that leads to better outcomes.” ~ Human Resources Executive