About Marc


"Marc Smiley is a nonprofit professional of unique distinction. He is first rate in every regard and someone with whom it is always an honor to work. You will find Marc to be the person to meet your task, no matter how difficult."

Gary Withers, Director
Center for Management of Nonprofit Organizations

   
"You brought to us exactly the strengths we needed to pull ourselves together, build a strong board and a strong management team to chart our future course. Thanks to you ONRC is more focused, more effective and more efficient than at anytime in my decade long service. You may rest assured that you leave with us, board and staff alike, a legacy of high standards and commitment that will serve us well."

Clyde Doctor, Board Member
Oregon Natural Resources Council

   
"The work sessions were not only thought-provoking, but they were fun, and made the Friends of Jackson Bottom come alive. Marc's skills involved everyone in the discussions and provided an excellent opportunity for the participants to get to know one another, and thereby break barriers of shyness, etc. which might 'hide' creative people."

Sue Orlaske, Chair
Friends of Jackson Bottom

   
"Marc taught me key training tools and methods to incorporate into the day-long seminar, and he pulled together the materials into a very professional packet. With the help of Marc, my training went exceptionally well, and I received high marks on the evaluations. I owe a lot to Marc for its success and recommend him, highly as a 'trainer's trainer.'"

Louise Tippens, Executive Director
Environmental Federation of Oregon

   
"while I felt that his input was very good, I really appreciate that he allowed me to reach my own decisions. Since I tend to be a strong leader, this reinforced my skills in taking risks which has helped me bring the Council to where it is now."

Don Beadle, President
Northwest Rivers Council

   
"His talents are many and varied and the outstanding success of the organization under his leadership attest to his abilities. If he wants to work for you, hire him. You won't regret it."

Frank Frederick, Secretary
Yakima Greenway Foundation

 

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