http://www.globalcolorses.com/ Global Colors of Economic Successes is a new and exciting Economic Development Consulting Firm that is results-oriented. Our clients can expect results at very reasonable fees! We are also extremely creative and approach Economic Development with current conditions as well as the future in mind. http://www.globalcolorses.com//expages/testimonials.asp What Our Clients Are Saying:When I told you that we were going to hire you and we were very impressed with your preparedness, you turned to me and said, "Mayor, if you believe I can do a good job for the City of Madisonville (KY), just wait until you meet my wife, Rosie." I knew right then that we had a team coming on board and man, did we ever! - William Cox, former Madisonville, KY Mayor, reflecting back on the hiring of Steve following a national search. Canyon, Texas: Steve was invited (again) to facilitate Canyon's Strategic Planning Retreat for The Economic Development Corporation as he did in 2006. "Canyon is a city on fire with new development and activity. Evelyn Ecker and her Board are hitting on all cylinders! I enjoy working with this city because they are so proactive in Economic Development. It's no wonder why so much is happening there."You are a tremendous asset to Central and look forward to continuing the direction you are helping drive this city. - Mayor Shelton "Mac" Watts, City of Central, Louisiana (March 2010....Central is the fastest growing city in LA and currently the 12th largest. Steve began working with the city starting in the summer of 2009)The presentation you did today was excellent and also entertaining. It is obvious you have a good handle on what is going on economically. - J. Burns Smith, Jr., Internet Business Consultant, WSI Area Representative The seminar you hosted today at Citizens Bank entitled "Repositing Yourself in the Marketplace" was very informative and helpful to me. Although I am not seeking another position at this time in my career, I am always wanting to improve my skills in social marketing and business development. Your advise and pointers will allow me to be more unique and hopefully continue to have a strong portfolio of customers.You always give a great delivery presentation and today was no exception. I look forward to seeing you again soon and attending another one of your presentations. - Barbara B. Sims, Vice President, BancorpSouth Bank/Colony Crossing Branch Just wanted to let you know that your presentation today was fabulous! I have never seen the Chamber members more animated and engaged in the presentation. You really delivered a lot of useful information to increase our business opportunities in today's market. As the girl seated next to me said, "This is every bit as helpful as the $350.00 two hour teleconference I just participated in two weeks ago." Great job! - Sharon Green, Sharon Green Interiors After all, McKinney has been on a recruiting tear lately, announcing three new plant relocations - comprising over 300 new jobs - since the first of the year (i.e. in the first five months). - Reprinted from THE WALL STREET JOURNAL (when Steve was recruiting for McKinney, TX) If I had not experienced it first hand, I would not have believed how quickly Steve Vassallo can make things happen. From our first one on one breakfast meeting, where he presented an agenda for the Central Economic Development Foundation to grow its membership and stimulate economic development in the City of Central, Louisiana, he has been persistent and committed to that agenda. Steve is affable, incredibly experienced, intelligent and works tirelessly in attaining the established goals. We are already experiencing the benefits of his work and witnessing the rapid growth of the membership only months from his strategic implementation. I can give no higher recommendation. - Jimmy Nunnally, Private Land Developer, Nunnally-Pollard Development, Baton Rouge, LA I have known Steve Vassallo for over a decade and used his services on multiple occasions. His perspective is always fresh, and his recommendations are innovative and practical. I would recommend him to any community wanting to enhance its economic development efforts. - Scott Martinez, CEcD, Executive Director, Hutto Texas Economic Development Corporation. Thank you for allowing me to come to the Economic Development planning session today. I found it to be insightful, challenging, and inspiring. Truly you have helped to assemble a group of visionaries that can help move our aspiring city forward. On Wednesday, Jan. 13th, you spoke to our chamber membership. Many times when we have speakers I get very little response. However, this time is already proving to be different. Several people have mentioned to me how much they enjoyed your presentation. One individual, that heads another organization, was so impressed that he is going to be presenting your 7 talking points to his organization next week. I really feel that your presentation to the chamber membership helped to shed light on the future for Central and how economic development can work to the advantage of the chamber and the community. On behalf of the City of Central Chamber of Commerce, I express sincere appreciation for your precise, informative, and yet eloquent presentation. - Ron Erickson Sr, President/CEO, City of Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce I have known Steve Vassallo for 15 years. There is none better! Steve has the ability to raise the level of interest and enthusiasm in his listeners better than any I have heard save Zig Zigler. In Economic Development Steve is a superb professional. He has developed relationships both nationally and internationally. I can give no higher recommendation of anyone. - Jerry Grooms, Executive Director LaMarque, Texas Economic Development Corporation One of the most difficult issues facing both Boards of Directors and Staff of Public Private Development Corporations is the simple fact of what the Board’s job is and what is the staff’s responsibility. Steve Vassallo in his Board Training Presentation helps to make the transition much clearer. Mayor Bill Jones said Steve’s presentation was the best Board of Directors’ learning experience he has enjoyed. - Lee Peterson, President Temple, Texas Economic Development Corporation Steve Vassallo brings a fresh, unique perspective and a strong visionary approach to economic development. Steve came to Madison County in 1997 and has played a dynamic role in shaping the economic destiny of our county, first as Director of the Madison County Economic Development Authority and more recently as Director of the Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce located in Madison the City. Vassallo’s broad international expertise has served the county well by building bridges and by creating invaluable relationships at home and beyond our borders. - Mayor Mary Hawkins Butler City of Madison, MississippiThe Cuero Development Corporation and I enjoyed working with Steve Vassallo on a number of projects over the years. His level of energy, insight, and intelligence created a productive environment whereby we received excellent service for our money. In addition to his creativity, Steve, clearly communicated best practices used by organizations across the United States. - Shelley Pennell, Executive Director Cuero, Texas Development CorporationSteve Vassallo worked with the Dayton Community Development Corporation to develop an economic development strategic plan. The document that Steve produced addressed all of the needs of the community and outlined the strategies needed to implement the recommendations. I was very impressed with the product that Steve produced in the limited amount of time in which he had to work. I recommend Steve Vassallo very highly. - Earl R. Joy, CEcD, Executive Director Dayton, Texas Community Development Corporation Steve Vassallo was invaluable to the City of Seabrook economic development efforts. He made it possible for us to develop plans for a destination development which was leveraged into several actual developments in Seabrook. He was vital in the rejuvenation of the Economic Alliance of the Houston Port Region. They were on the verge of complete dissolution before he stepped in and conducted a one day seminar for all the local municipalities. He created an interest in the organization that saved them and today they have 12 cities and over 100 companies (several Fortune 500 corporations). His enthusiasm and 'can do' attitude is indispensable when developing a city's economic development program. I have worked directly with over 10 Economic Development Professionals and I can say categorically, Steve was the best! - Robin Charles Riley, Cost Scheduling Engineer (CSE), ExxonMobil GSC Information Technology (Former Mayor of Seabrook).Steve Vassallo has been an inspiring colleague for two years. His broad experience is enhanced by a keen understanding of how international relationships can enhance the development of local economic resources. My work with him in the areas of clean technologies and bioenergy development have been mutually beneficial to our individual consulting clients, as well as to my state of Arkansas. I would highly recommend Steve Vassallo to any organization wishing to find innovative solutions for economic development. - Carol P. Williams, Acacia Services, LLCBecause of Steve Vassallo, our economic development organization transitioned from not knowing what to do to having more prospects than we could handle. That is a good problem to have! - Joe Gambill, Economic Development Specialist, Nortex Regional Planning CommissionSteve Vassallo and I first met in 1997, when my home town Sollefteċ and the City of Madison, MS, began a Sister City relationship with a primary motive to develope business contacts between the two cities and between Mississippi and Mid Sweden. I know Steve as being a very skilled and experienced professional in the field of business development, and as a person who really commits himself to get things done. - Staffan Sjölund, Chief Development Officer, Municipality of Sollefteċ, SwedenKnowledge, determination and speed are three out of many valuable assets that makes Steve Vasallo in Madison, MS a great contact when a company from Sweden decides to investigate opportunities in USA. Since Steve´s unbeatable network also is included in the deal I woud call him today. Above all this Steve is also a highly enjoyable person to be around. There is never a dull moment. - Lasse Sjöberg, Private Developer/Journalist, Sollefteċ, Sweden