Marketing Strategy Consultant
San Gabriel Valley Small Business Development Center
“While receiving counseling through the San Gabriel Valley SBDC I've had the opportunity to meet and work with Andrew on numerous occassions. He has been instrumental in helping me to create and implement fresh and effective marketing concepts to promote my practice. Andrew has also helped me to improve and maximize the ROI I was already receiving with some of my existing marketing. I highly recommend anyone who can use a boost in the growth and marketing of their business to contact Andrew. They will be greatly satisfied with his countless ideas, expertise, and reliability.” April 28, 2009
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Creative
Jason
R Rosano, D.C.
hired Andrew as a Doctor in 2008, and hired
Andrew more than once
“Before I started working with Andrew, I felt stuck in my interior design
business. I had been trying to find a way to improve my marketing efforts and
raise them to a higher level. All of my previous marketing attempts had failed
miserably. I am great at my trade, but, had never been able to market my
services. I was just relying on word-of-mouth. Then the economy turned south and
a huge part of my regular clientele just dropped away. They weren't buying
anymore. I knew I had to change in order to survive this new market and to find
the marketing strategies I needed to make my business a success.
A friend told
me about Andrew and I signed up. He was very patient listening to me and fully
considering all aspects of my business. For the next several months, Andrew
became my mentor as a small business marketing specialist. He opened my mind and
taught me many new strategies. He is a marketing genius!
Andrew showed me some
specific new ways that I could expand my business, helping me to create new
avenues to attract clients and also products that give me passive income. He
helped me to develop some taglines and an image that I could connect with and
build way beyond what was currently in existence.
Each visit, I left with pages of notes that I could implement and find more outlets for new clients. I am only attracting my ideal client now and my business is beginning to grow. I am doing more of the work I really enjoy and less of the work I don't. I am excited about my work now and know that I can have the business of my dreams. Best of all, after working with Andrew for just 3 months, the average sale from each client tripled.” April 7, 2009
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Creative
Jeanette
Chasworth
hired Andrew as a Business Consultant in 2008
“Excellent advice on improvement of marketing pieces, from ideal client to
attracting clients to selling directly to clients. Excellent advice on
psychological aspects of clients. Excellent advice on website design and ad
design.
Mr. Barden's knowledge goes beyond what is taught in the classroom for business, and addresses how to effectively market, which in this economy and for small business, is absolutely essential for survival. His tools I can implement immediately and effectively. If you have a small business and need help growing, he's got solutions. Thanks Andrew! Gary Nakauchi, Owner Roni Deutch Tax Center 583 E. Foothill Blvd #7 Upland, Ca 91786” March 25, 2009
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Creative
Gary
Nakauchi
hired Andrew as a Business Consultant in 2009, and
hired Andrew more than once
“Over the course of almost twenty years as a director of several business
development and economic development programs in the greater Los Angeles area, I
have had the opportunity of interviewing and working with literally hundreds of
people in different capacities as trainers, consultants, counselors and business
coaches.
Three years ago, I had the opportunity of meeting Andrew Barden at a
business retreat and conference. Since then, we kept in contact and watched him
evolve as a business coach and trainer. When I learned that he was relocating to
Los Angeles, I immediately asked him to join our team of Business Counselors and
Trainers at the San Gabriel Valley Small Business Development Center (SGV SBDC),
hosted by Mt. San Antonio College (Mt.SAC).
During these twenty years, I have
developed a unique skill of spotting good talent. Andrew is an exceptional
talent. When I witnessed his mastery of marketing concepts and high energy
during counseling with our clients, I knew that he would be a great asset to our
team. His work ethic, positive attitude, spirit of service, and caring for
clients are hard qualities to find these days. He is exactly the kind of person
I want to work on my team.
Andrew is very well versed in marketing and sales. His understanding of the psychology of consumer behavior gives him a winning combination of skills that produce results for our clients. He understands how to implement marketing strategies that produce the best results in the least amount of time. His training and presentation skills are so unique that he engages the audience in ways I have not seen before. He delivers the content with a combination of entertainment and know-how that gets great accolades.” November 1, 2008
Daniel
Morales, Director, San Gabriel Valley SBDC (Small Business Development
Center)
managed Andrew at San Gabriel Valley Small Business Development
Center
“Mr. Barden can help you with nearly every aspect of your business planning needs, including: general business plan development, capital sourcing, cash flow analysis, customer relations, financing, human resources, incorporation, legal issues, management strategies, marketing and sales strategies. Andrew is an extremely savvy sales and marketing expert, not only in traditional marketing but in new online business networking media as well. He is a strong communicator with a keen eyes for identifying waste and business process improvement opportunities. I recommend getting to know Andrew better as he is an asset to any business leadership team.” October 17, 2008
Steven
Bonacorsi, Vice President, Six Sigma eLearning
was with another
company when working with Andrew at San Gabriel Valley Small Business
Development Center
“Andrew is one of the most passionate and committed I have met when it comes to helping small business owners. His ability to blend his background in personal development with the skills and strategies that small business owners need to grow their revenue makes him ideal of any contribution to the small business community.” July 20, 2008
Rick
Lugash, Regional Owner, OneCoach
worked directly with Andrew at
San Gabriel Valley Small Business Development Center
“Andrew has an amazing depth of knowledge about most business areas and a wealth of creative marketing strategies that even a novice could implement. He has an ability to quickly evaluate a challenging business situation and come up with a great solution to fit any budget.” July 18, 2008
Top qualities: Personable, High Integrity, Creative
Anna
Bronstein
hired Andrew as a Business Consultant in 2008, and
hired Andrew more than once
Business Growth Network Membership Advisor
OneCoach
“Andrew is a person you look forward to working with every day. His charisma and attitude make the day so much fun. He is an extreme professional and puts others in front of himself every time. It was a pleasure to work with Andrew, learn from him, and get to know him on a personal level! Andrew would be a huge asset to any team!” March 5, 2008
Jeremy
Broffman, Membership Advisor, OneCoach
worked directly with
Andrew at OneCoach
“Andrew knows how to ask the right questions and tough questions to help narrow in on the problems so that I could take my business to the next level. He is definitely an "out-of -the-box" thinker and innovator and has provided with me invaluable ideas. I trust his abilities as a business consultant and coach. I recommend Andrew without any reservations.” February 21, 2008
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert
Sun
Hee Kim
hired Andrew as a Business Consultant in 2007, and hired
Andrew more than once
“Andrew is a results driven professional who always put his clients interests before his own. When working with Andrew you will receive clarity on what to do with the challenging issues of growing your business. He is the professional who will deliver amazing results with your business! Contact me directly with any questions. 760-621-4193.” February 19, 2008
Derick
Hembd, membership advisor, OneCoach
worked directly with Andrew
at OneCoach
“Andrew Barden's ability to be effective in his work comes from his insatiable appetite for higher knowledge. He has helped me break through one of my glass ceilings, and I've seen him help others as well. If ever you need someone to motivate you to fulfill your own potential, look no further than Andrew Barden.” January 28, 2009
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity
Tommy
Friedman
hired Andrew as a Career Coach in 2008
“Andrew brings a lot of energy and enthusiasm to the table. He has tons of resources as an expert networker and a sincere desire to help people. Through Andrew's coaching, I learned about small business development tools, the power of networking, having a positive attitude, and a lot of little things I use to this day. Andrew is one of the most inspiring people I know and he is a great connection. I highly recommend him as a coach or consultant.” January 15, 2009
Top qualities: Personable, High Integrity, Creative
Lindsay
Woolman
hired Andrew as a Business Consultant in 2007, and hired
Andrew more than once
“I first met Andrew when I was coaching for OneCoach and I was immediately impressed with his knowledge and heart for the new business owner. I am also familiar with his services and have sought his assistance. Andrew has the ability to understand the needs of his clients with a great grasp for the psychology of the new business owner. He specializes in helping new small business owners overcome all the initial obstacles that would keep them from being successful. He in an inspiring coach with a wealth of ideas and endless possibilities; he knows what kind of marketing message will get attention and can help clients write to attract, gain confidence and teach them how to research for results. Andrew is on top of the latest methods to build and grow your business and I highly recommend him!” September 22, 2008
Kathy
Holdaway, Independent Business Coach, OneCoach
worked with
Andrew at Philanthropic Entrepreneur
“Andrew is a great guy with integrity, honesty, professionalism, a great attitude and an impressive work ethic. I give him my highest recomendation.” September 19, 2008
Top qualities: Great Results, On Time, High Integrity
Brett
Maxfield
hired Andrew as a We Worked on Some Pro Bono Projects
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