“The Jim Blanchard Leadership Forum not only gives CSU exposure, it also demonstrates the university as relevant in today’s business climate and enhances the educational experience of our students, faculty and staff.”

“Attending the Jim Blanchard Leadership Forum was probably one of the top 2 or 3 best things that has ever happened in my career. I don't know of another opportunity in academia or professional services where you get that quality of speakers, all sharing their stories on best leadership practices, change management and creating a better future by serving others.”

“The Jim Blanchard Leadership Forum is an asset to the community, university and our students. We stream the forum live for our students at no charge to them. We want to expose them to people on the world stage who exhibit leadership that can be modeled.”

“Being in the events business, I have an appreciation for what your team was dealing with, and for an event of this magnitude to come off without a visible hitch is quite an accomplishment. Kudos to the entire team for all you did before and during the forum to make it such a delightful experience for the attendees! I am sure there were many anxious, behind-the-scenes moments, but the efforts of you and your team were flawless to the public, and that is no small accomplishment!”

“Organizations from all over the region have used the forum as a catalyst to begin a leadership program and as an added value to their existing leadership development initiatives. I am particularly proud a forum of this caliber is offered right here in Columbus.”