RALSTON CONSULTING, LLC
PONTE VEDRA, FLORIDA

worked with Ann at Ralston Consulting Inc. was with another company when working with Ann “I had the pleasure of collaborating with Ann Ralston for several years at a global translation company in the not-for-profit sector, wherein she led a critical effort to streamline operations, solidify the management team and drive the all-important notions of cash surplus and fiscal stability across the organization. Ann’s quick grasp of corporate mission, strategy and tactics led to an efficient project start-up and her leadership allowed for the coordination, amongst many organizational disciplines, required for several major systemic upgrades and the successful development of project profitability reporting (my predominant focus). She is a fantastic mentor for young executives and an assertive leader who possesses a unique blend of management savvy, organizational discipline and strategic vision. Ann built and trained an effective leadership and management team that successfully weathered the spinoff of this business unit from the parent organization. , Partner, Focus Business Solutions worked directly with Ann at Ralston Consulting Inc. hired Ann as a Business Consultant in 2006 A business consultant with clients achieving dramatic, sustainable business results, Gary draws from over 25 years as an entrepreneur, technologist and educator. He helps leaders find clarity in complex situations and systems, make sense of uncertain futures, articulate personal and organizational aspirations, and define high-leverage roadmaps to create futures distinct from the past. Gary’s Canadian and US clients range from broadcast, cable and telecom to pharmaceutical firms, aviation, engineering, First Nations (aboriginal peoples) and software start-ups. He is also among a handful of Structural Consultants certified by Robert Fritz Inc. in both business and personal practice. As a volunteer, Gary developed technology curriculum for their boys’ school, combining business project management techniques with the creative process of filmmaking to engage students from grades four through twelve at a deeper level of self-directed learning. Originally from Vancouver, Canada, Gary now lives and works with his wife and business partner, Ann, in Columbus, Ohio. “We always accomplish so much more when Ralston Consulting is guiding us within our business strategy sessions. We are at another crossroads in our business and we often make quick decisions regarding what we feel are the best moves for our business when operating daily. Within the first hour of our strategy session, the value of our session was obvious and pre-conceived notions about our desired direction were re-shaped. The tools, examples and group tasks truly helped us redirect our approach and thoughts toward our company’s track for the next 1 year, 3-5 year and 10 year periods. We were also able to establish a method for handling sensitive disconnects within management by focusing on our structure instead of on individuals. I continue to appreciate the value they bring to our team and assistance in shaping our business growth over the past 18 years.” October 11, 2015 “Working with Gary has always been a positive and productive experience. Gary has the wisdom, insight, and tools to really focus attention on what is most important and to bring a unique clarity to challenging situations. He has a real gift for discovering the strengths of organizations and individuals while being able to point out the weaknesses in a constructive and helpful way. I would highly recommend Gary as a skilled consultant, adviser, and guide for both business strategy and tactics, or personal success.” June 27, 2009 , Product Manager, Now Software worked indirectly for Gary at Ralston Consulting Inc. “I consider Gary a mentor, an advisor, a collaborator, a colleague, a go-to resource for tough business problems, and most importantly a friend. I consistently characterize Gary as one of the clearest thinkers I have ever met. He has a way of clearing all preconceived notions and approaching every business issue with a clear mind so that he can see all of the forces in play. This helps people to make explicit what is causing the business problem. From there, he is able to help people make difficult decisions quickly and without second-guessing themselves. It is for all of these reasons that I heartily recommend Gary for any kind of strategic planning, business planning, or management decision support that a company could need.” December 14, 2008 hired Gary multiple times, first as a Business Consultant in 2007 “Working with Gary my organization was able to quickly develop and refine a business strategy that set us up for future success. Gary worked with us to both develop and implement the strategy including developing a change management strategy for the people affected by the changes. Gary’s keen business acumen and expertise in organizational design combined with an understanding of how to implement change help us to successfully navigate a major reorganization.” April 8, 2008 hired Gary as a Business Consultant in 2003, and hired Gary more than once “Gary has been and continues to be a trusted consultant in the best sense of the word. His approach to strategy and planning, management issues, and execution are clear and continually bring us back to the critical issues of “what should we be doing today?”. I recommend him without reservation and believe that any business, large or small, would benefit by engaging Ralston Consulting.” April 7, 2008 hired Gary as a Business Consultant in 1999, and hired Gary more than once , has facilitated projects with clients from health care to forestry and mining, software and pharmaceutical companies, educational institutions and utility firms, government and not-for-profit sectors. The meetings he has designed and facilitated have focused on innovation (e.g. a meeting with former Canadian Prime Minister Paul Martin and 250 Western Canadian CEOs to focus on development and export of environmental technologies), conflict resolution (meeting of 200 home owners and property developers to develop a shared vision for future development), community engagement (meetings of mining firms and community groups), 100’s of strategic planning session and other team and group engagements.