Testimonials

“I’ve worked with Otan and gotten to know him personally over the last couple of years.

Otan is an extraordinary communicator, very discerning and he has helped me greatly, personally and professionally.

I highly recommend him for any organization or individual that is looking to take things to the next level.”

Scott J Brook, Esq

President of the Florida League of Mayors

Mayor of Coral, Springs, Florida

"It is evident that Otan possesses a beautiful soul, demonstrating a tremendous heart and exemplary emotional intelligence. His ability to empathize and connect with others is truly remarkable. Otan's extensive knowledge and unique insights in the field of group leadership are truly one of a kind. His contributions to our academy and workshops have been invaluable, often driving meaningful discussions and fostering an environment of growth and learning. He consistently demonstrates his exceptional brightness and intelligence, making him an invaluable asset to any team or organization.

Overall, I highly recommend Otan for any opportunity or position that requires strong leadership skills, emotional intelligence, and a deep understanding of group dynamics. He is not only a talented and knowledgeable individual but also an extraordinary human being.

Shlomo Shoham, Judge ret., Israel

Former Commissioner for Future Generations in the Israeli Parliament

Founder and CEO of SGLA, Sustainable Global Leadership Academy

“I’ve enjoyed a relationship with Otan for several years, both personally and professionally. He is there for me whenever I’m needing a confidant with experience and wisdom. Many times his playfulness and laughter help clear the fog of seriousness to then see and understand something with greater clarity.”

Paul Samuelson, Chairman, Mankind Project

Former Mayor, Whidbey Island, WA.

"Otan has been a valuable mentor and sounding board for maintaining focus on my key goals and understanding how to work effectively with parties who are indifferent or opposed to them. We’ve navigated through COVID in a community directly impacted by the pandemic, facing personal and professional adversary, and have come out the other end wiser and more efficient. I've learned a variety of strategies and tactics to manage my mind and body to maintain achieving at a very high level."

Kirk Howell, COO & General Council, Urban Communities

"Otan provides a place of clarity that helps clear the mind fog from struggling with challenges. He provides insights and strategic suggestions that make sense. Through it all, he helps you get back to who you are and where you want to be.”

Joe Milam, CEO, AngelSpan”

"I have had many opportunities to observe Otan Patrick Ford in action. He is highly intelligent, professionally compassionate and very articulate. He has the ability to make strong and enduring connections with people as a difference maker.”

James McLarney, EdD, MMERCI Aca.

"I needed an external confidant, since there were few inside the organization that could be brought into a circle of trust without compromising my position. Otan offered an objective, third-party viewpoint, and brought tools to draw out key points and measure performance.”

Jeff Schneider, GM, Teradyne Inc

"Otan was introduced to me at a time in my life when I was experiencing emotional pain from a betrayal by close friends. It involved my business and had the potential to seriously disrupt it. At the same time our company was dealing with rapid growth and interest from outside investors. All this happened during “Covid times” so the environment in general was very challenging. Otan’s coaching helped not only myself but key employees navigate through these difficult times. He has been, and continues to be, a stabilizing force and guiding light. I would strongly recommend Otan to those facing challenging times.”

Jim Walton, Founder and President , Southwest Greens of Florida

"The ability to bring Otan into very critical situations, to help get clear focus on what needed to be done, made a timely difference. In some cases these were highly personal issues that could have blown up in my face but didn’t. His availability and expertise were essential to my management.”

Paul Wright, VP Sales, MSC Software

“Circumstances seemed completely beyond my control. I was skeptical anyone could help me in my new role because everything was complicated and urgent. In a very difficult economic climate, we improved our net revenue by over 12%. I also achieved a lifetime dream of completing the NYC Marathon in 4 hours”

Keith Space, President, S&S Hotel Management

“I needed to resolve a difficult organizational change. I was able to see where my leadership approach was counterproductive and immediately corrected it.”

Doug Elder, Executive VP, Test Advantage

“Otan is incredibly thoughtful and deeply listens. I find him to be non-judgmental and asking calibrated questions that move action forward. His demeanor makes him easy to trust and be vulnerable - “to spill the beans” so to speak. Otan lives up to his title of Trusted-Advisor.”

Connie Kadansky, President, Exceptional Sales Performance

“Otan has become a remarkable sounding board. Especially as we started, he became a place of sanity. I learned to slow my crazy pace and to look more closely at what I was actually doing. What I really wanted to do became clear. This led to a series of changes. I’m focusing on more of what I care about more of the time.”

Susan B, Eugene, Oregon

“I’ve learned to stop, look and listen, which was no small step. Working with Otan has become a place of clarity where I refocus on trusting myself. I’m more consistently on my game and act decisively.”

Kasey M, Los Angeles, CA

”I quickly employed the roadmap and accountability to look at and keep looking at what I really felt and wanted, while not getting sidetracked by my usual stop points. Some of it was not easy. But I realized dealing with my challenges doesn’t have to be complicated or seem impossible. I’m moving forward.”

Brian W, Austin, TX

“Some of the processes we worked with, as simple and practical as they are, were different from anything I had experienced in my pursuit of a successful career. Yet they helped peel away layers of shoulds and can’ts. Then my realization exploded as I saw there was a mindset beyond my fears.”

Joan K, Hackensack, NJ

“Some of our early work took me out of my comfort zone. But then it got easier than I had feared. Otan helped me put into words some of the things I've been feeling for years. It was like an inner light turned on. I'm able to deal with situations I'd believed were beyond my reach.”

Patrick F, Austin, Texas

"Otan is engaging, intelligent and compassionate. This helped me refocus through years of struggle to regain control of my personal and work life. Along with the insights and accountability, what caused my breakthrough was learning to sense and follow my inner guidance.”

Glenn T, Oakland, California