Conference Testimonials

Read what past participants have to say about our Annual Management Conference...

"What a treat to give my staff such quality info in a great environment most early childhood staff never get to visit." ~ Pamela Smith, Executive Director, Carbon County Child Development Programs

"No matter how much our agency program has grown as a quality Head Start program, Howard leaves us with a must do list every time we attend. Howard encourages excellence!"

"Outstanding! This grant-funded training program is the most meaningful professional development opportunity for top management staff." ~ Kate Grippen, HS Director, Family Enrichment Network, Inc.

"I have been attending training with Howard for 19 years. He is now and always has been the most knowledgeable person in regards to the regulations. Best bang for the buck!" ~ Laurie P. Hall, Finance Director

"What a great training conference. I can't wait to come back for another round of sessions. Thanks Wipfli for a great experience." ~ Patricia Walker, Controller, Kennebec Valley Community Action Program

"I really thought both Deron and Scott did a very good workshop, good training atmosphere." ~ Vicki Muars, Fiscal Director

"I always enjoy coming to this conference. It gives our organization a "Head Start" on changes."

"Thank you! All the Wipfli staff work so hard to make this conference such a success. Always helpful, kind and approachable."

"Very good information on file retention. Deron seems very passionate on his subject."

"Very Good! Janet is amazing! She is so knowledgeable and helpful."

"Wipfli trainings elevate the knowledge and skills necessary to successfulness of implementing federal programs by providing expertise across the spectrum from program to fiscal, human resources to technology."

"Once again I picked up some invaluable data that will help to keep our organization out of trouble." ~ Dianne Presogna, VP/Finance

"Howard and Janet are going to help me from being on the 6 o’clock news." ~ John Aitken, CFO

"Now for the next 10 years!" ~ Susan Utterback, CPA

"As always, Howard shines in his knowledge of Head Start." ~ Dotti Underwood, HR/Accounting Specialist

"Go to Las Vegas for the Wipfli experience: you will be pleasantly surprised. Take a gamble!" ~ Gloria Lopez, Director, Help, Inc.

"Thank you for making every training moment useful. Lots to think about going home." ~ Agnes Dempster, ED Director, HS of Eastern Orange County

"John very knowledgeable on in-kind, great resources." ~ Rhonda Nelson, Fiscal Officer

"In 4 decades of Community Action Agency experience the Wipfli management conference training is as good as any university graduate degree program I have ever experienced." ~ Charles LioPiano, Asst. Executive Director

"Wipfli always delivers relevant up to date information on GFP's and gives suggestions that can be relied on."

"Always covers the latest issues and newest areas of concern to GFP's."

"Mr. Lipton was exceptional! Really great presentation – very helpful. His great personality made this session more than enjoyable. Thanks!" ~ Selinda Shervo, Board Member

"Wipfli is amazing, their knowledge and training is priceless." ~ Stacie Haley, Senior Accountant, YWCA Dayton

"Gesbeck delivers in a way that a non-attorney, non-accounting person can not only understand clearly, but feel empowered that they are truly knowledgeable about the subject after listening to Gesbeck’s training." ~ Kim Alexander, Board Member

"I have a lot of information to take back and share with others in my organization. As usual, Wipfli training is fantastic!" ~ Pat Douthitt, CA Project of Tulsa County, Acct. Sup.

"Thank you for constantly reviewing and investigating for us!" ~ Traci Bowman, CAP St. Joseph, Training Coordinator

"John did a good job presenting on a very problematic subject. Gave good guidelines!"

"No matter how much our program has grown as a quality Head Start program (as evidenced by clean federal reviews), Howard always gives us an "ahh haa" moment. We always leave with a list of must do's every time." ~ Amy Howard, Fiscal Operations Manger.

"Excellent! Well organized, trainers well prepared to share new information!"

"Denes is very knowledgeable on NPO financial issues and her sessions are a great learning experience."

"This conference is one of the most impressive conferences our staff has attended. The amount of information that is given can not be duplicated!"

"I really enjoyed Steve and Deron and their senses of humor. They delivered the information while keeping this session light and lively." ~ Rick Davis, IT Director

"I truly regret not having other program managers attend this conference - what a learning experience."

"I really enjoyed this session with Denes. She is great at using real life examples." ~ Janet Loyd, Fiscal Officer

"Excellent tools for every agency to put into practice or improve current practices." ~ Terri Jean-Louis, Billing Coordinator, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Miami

"Denes is an excellent session presenter... very knowledgeable with extensive "hands on" experience." ~ Bill Kolkmeyer, CPA, Finance Director

"A very good opportunity to get an overview of everything you need to know for NPO's in one week."

"I believe our Head Start program will only become better as a result of what my co-workers and I have learned this week!"

"True value unlike anything offered elsewhere -- and I've seen a lot in over 30 years in Head Start."

"Denes does an excellent job of presenting materials and provides opportunity for discussion that is beneficial for everyone." ~ Kim Bisinger, Finance Director