I believe that what others have to say about me is far more important than what I might tell you about myself. What follows are excerpts from some of the many reference letters I have been given over the years by clients, partners and the companies for which I have worked.
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Results however are not the real story behind Gil’s success. Gil hired top-notch sales people and molded them into the country’s most solid sales team.
Of the many qualities Gil has, his integrity and commitment stand out above all else. When “whatever it takes” is a Digital cliche for some, it is the motto Gil lives by. He will do whatever is necessary to satisfy a customer or his customer’s customer. And, if he cannot provide the support expected, he will not jeopardize his integrity by committing to more than can be delivered.
1997, Mary Bermel
Director, Channel Development
Digital Equipment Corporation
I just reconnected with Gil after many years and was instantly reminded as to why I thought very highly of him when we worked together at Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC). His empathy and ability to see the best in people is what struck me the most. This skill allowed him to hire a very loyal and competent sales team in Western Canada at the time. They were immediately drawn to his way of thinking when it came to customer service, company business and employee work satisfaction. Gil fought vehemently to maintain a strong balance for all of these factors . Because of this, Gil lead his team to win business that DEC had normally not won, and established employee and customer loyalty that was second to none.
2009, Francesco Reda
Channels Sales Manager , Digital Equipment PCBU
Gil and I worked together for several years at Tactex Controls Inc. At that time, he was VP of Sales and Marketing and I was VP Engineering. Gil has a great gift for engaging people in conversation and walking them through an analysis of their needs. Often, without so much as a working prototype, Gil was able convince customers that we had the solution to their problem.
Gil is a pleasure to work with. He is enthusiastic and brings a positive outlook to all aspects of the job. He has deep empathy for others that engenders trust. I am proud to call Gil a friend.
2009, David Lokhorst
Principal
The Lokhorst Group
Without exception, Gil has delivered the highest level of professional expertise and guidance to our mutual clients. His abilities in consistently solving logistical or technical problems while never forgetting the importance of the human element in business dealings are truly remarkable.
Gil seems to have an uncommon ability to broker legitimate win-win situations; wherein the Customer, OEM Supplier and value add Service Provider all come away from the table knowing that they have been treated fairly, honestly and with utmost respect, and that the best possible overall solution has been achieved.
2006, Ian Shipclark, PMP
President and Senior Consultant
L2 Enterprises Ltd.
The one word which best describes Gil’s service in our organization’s eyes is -“quality”.
1988, Klaus Brueckl
Manager, Statistics and Information
Ministry of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources
He easily interfaced with all levels of employees from the most junior support staff, through research and development personnel of all types, to all levels of the management structure, and, most importantly, our customers and clients. Gil was extremely dedicated to fulfilling the demands of his position and demonstrated his personal integrity on a daily basis. Gil also impressed all who worked with him with both the breadth and depth of his general business and industry specific knowledge.
1994, David Callele
President
DSG Communications Inc.
My staff and I have been particularly impressed with Gil’s emphasis on customer support. He is extremely responsive to all queries and issues. Gil also has a sound knowledge and awareness of telecommunications needs. More importantly he has the expertise to work on customer solutions that recognize longer term trends (i.e. convergence of telecommunications and information technology, introduction of new multi-application platforms etc.).
1994, Jim Hicks
Director Smart Touch Services
Stentor
We are so blessed to have friends, such as yourself, who will give of themselves to help us in technical areas where we have no expertise.
1988, Gipp Forster
Senior Pastor
Mustard Seed Street Church
Gil is honest, extremely reliable, and consistently goes out of his way to be helpful to me. I value Gil as a business associate because I can depend on him to keep me informed of developments which may affect me and my organization. One reason I chose DSG was because I had confidence in Gil’s abilities. When a problem arose Gil was genuinely concerned and contacted me before I was even aware of the problem. He then worked with others in our organization to develop a quick and mutually beneficial solution.
1994, Henry Kwok
National Market Planning Manager
Stentor
Gil has been an outstanding partner. I have found him to be honest, reliable and very personable. The feedback from our client base echoes these sentiments. He has demonstrated creativity in dealing with issues that have arisen both with ourselves and the clients. In my experience, he has always practiced high ethics in his personal and business endeavors. Toshiba has enjoyed an inordinate market share in Victoria which is largely attributable to Gil’s efforts.
1992, Rob Tape
Branch Manager
Crowntek