Testimonials

“Patton McDowell & Associates led our board of directors through our first board self-assessment and strategic planning exercises in several years. Their expertise made these potentially stressful activities actual pleasures in which to engage.

Their attention to and understanding of our unique situation, coupled with a sense of true partnership, was appreciated by all of us. PMA gave us the tools to develop a clear, attainable and measurable plan that will launch Hands On Charlotte into its next 20 years of strengthening the community and enriching lives.”

Sara Collins, Board Chair
Hands On Charlotte

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“We teamed with Patton and his associates to boost our annual fund numbers with a redesigned program. It was such a success we asked them to work with us on our capital campaign launched in conjunction with our 175th anniversary.

The PMA team has provided consistent counsel that has made measurable difference as we’ve built a foundation for campaign. It’s an early winner!”

Carolyn DeFrancesco, VP for Institutional Advancement
Greensboro College

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“I was very pleased with Patton McDowell & Associates’ coaching and facilitation services. Thompson Child & Family Focus is an organization with more than a century of history, the fresh perspective provided by PMA extended both our strategies and results! PMA’s coaching services allowed us to consider new ideas and angles.

I found Patton to be more than generous with his time and input. He helped the Thompson organization maximize its development team’s strengths and effectiveness so that they, in turn, could achieve the program vision we seek. Members of the non-profit sector can be immeasurably supported and enhanced through a professional partnership with Patton McDowell & Associates.”

Ginny Amendum, President
Thompson Child & Family Focus

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“It was been a pleasure working with Patton McDowell & Associates. We feel as though the Down Syndrome Association of Charlotte is well ahead of where we would have been had we gone it alone.

PMA’s counsel throughout the entire process was both prudent, but yet still forwarding thinking. We look forward to more opportunities to partner with PMA in the future.”

Richard Morrow, Immediate Past Board Chair
Down Syndrome Association of Charlotte

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“We were very pleased with PMA’s facilitation services. The firm’s team did an excellent job of gathering data from a variety of Citizen Schools NC stakeholders. This data provided us with clear and insightful information on how we should move forward as an organization and with the board.

The facilitation that was provided during the regional board retreat allowed me to focus on preparing strategies and next steps for discussion.”

Tonya Horton, Executive Director
Citizen Schools North Carolina

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“Since August 2010, the PMA team has been working with NCPHEM to create a plan to assist campus ministry programs throughout the state. The firm worked with our board in 2010 to conduct a development assessment, and we retained PMA to implement it.

It is not hyperbole to say that the very future of campus ministry is at stake, and PMA has been critical to ensuring that our future is a bright one. Josh has sought to understand those things that separate us and has worked to bring us closer together as a board and an organization.”

Bob Haywood, Moderator
NC Presbyterian Higher Education Ministries

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“We have been fortunate to be able to work with Patton on several projects. I have been consistently impressed with the breadth of his experience and the diverse perspectives of the PMA team.

Patton’s work with our board and supporters, both as a facilitator and in a personal capacity, has been excellent. His insight around effective development practices for statewide organizations has helped us prepare for the future.”

Brian Maness, VP – Strategic Advancement
Children’s Home Society