"Thank you for the work you've done to date on behalf of bigSTORY. We were super impressed by your ability to organize such helpful introductions in D.C., and the grace with which you did it. Effortless mastery is the phrase that comes to mind."  

- Mike Bonifer, Founder, bigSTORY

"Ann developed a multi-phased approach to set out to achieve. It was clear that Ann was not satisfied with the status quo and was ready to plot a new course for us. Over the first 6 months, Ann launched a successful webinar series, marshaled team member support, and executed them with excellence. Over the course of a few months, Ann grew our house file significantly. Ann engaged peers in the Association space in ways we never imagined, and grew name recognition through participation in a variety of industry events. Ann is a big thinker who is not afraid to suggest bold ideas, and has the capability to transform these ideas into action and results."

— Matt Crudello, Former Director of Web Solutions, TerpSys (view full recommendation)

"I highly recommend Ann Yoders. I personally worked with Ann on our association's new website design and Content Management System implementation project for over 2 years. Ann was a terrific manager keeping the team well informed regarding the project progress and budget control. Ann's thorough skills played a big role in a successful project."

— Chi Wei, Former CIO, ARVO

"I recently attended a panel discussion on the future of associations that Ann facilitated. She involved everyone in attendance in the discussion with her expert facilitation skills and thoughtful questions and did it in an engaging manner. I look forward to the next opportunity I can get to participate in a discussion that Ann facilitates. She’s one of the best I’ve seen in my 29-year IT career."

— Mike Guerrieri, Strategic Consultant, DelCor Technology Solutions

"It is my pleasure to recommend Ann Yoders. Ann has proven skills that directly resulted in ARVO's ability to develop and deliver a new web site on time and on budget. Ann's ability to bring a team together and keep us focused on our priorities were key. She was very creative in helping us deal with our own in-house challenges. It is an honor to recommend Ann Yoders."

— Iris Rush, CAE, Executive Director, ARVO

"Ann is a fantastic manager, she is fluent in Agile/Scrum, able to keep the ball moving at all times, and is always eager to work with clients to set and more importantly meet all project expectations."

— Mike Hill, Senior Information Architect, GEICO

"Ann provides web-related strategic services for our organization. She is always helpful, respectful, very knowledgeable, and a joy to work with. You can count on Ann to explore and develop innovative solutions and she exhibits a professional and calm demeanor under all circumstances."

— Ed Berger, Director of Online Operations, BrightFocus Foundation

"Ann is dedicated to serving the nonprofit sector. She is a joy to work with - has a gentle way about her, but don't let that fool you because when she sets her mind to something, she gets it done. She is smart, articulate and has excellent communication skills. If you are looking for a team player who will get the job done, Ann is a great bet!"

— Cindy Leonard, Technology Services Manager, Bayer Center for Nonprofit Management at Robert Morris University

"I worked with Ann since the inception of the Sustainable Business Network of Washington as a fellow board member. I came to appreciate her grace at wearing many hats and complete commitment to advancing sustainability. Without which we would not have gotten through the early days of a start-up. The founding board members not only established guidelines and oversight, but also held day-to-day operational responsibilities. Anyone needing a person who has keeps her promises need only to look at Anne."

— Susan Nickbarg, Founding Board of Directors, Sustainable Business Network of Washington (SBNOW)

"Ann is an innovative thinker, and her ideas are often fresh and reflect good common sense. It's rare to find someone like Ann, who is driven by her passion of improving technology use in the nonprofit sector, and solves real world problems by proven and practical methodologies."

— Hongying Lan, Technical Engineer, KADIX Systems

"Ann is a total pleasure to work with. She is an extremely knowledgeable consultant who is still completely open to and respectful of the opinions of those she chooses to work with."

— Noah Scalin, Creative Director, Another Limited Rebellion

"Ann is an amazing manager and amazing mentor. She really introduced me to the nonprofit technology field, and has an amazing depth of knowledge of the history of the field. She works hard and put her heart into moving CITI into new areas of web development and consulting that the company had never explored."

— Riche Zamor, Senior Digital Strategist, Phase2

"Anyone who Ann works with should consider themselves very fortunate. Her commitment and accomplishments are extraordinary, and she was a pleasure to serve with as a fellow board member."

— Meredith Light, Former Director of Communications, Sustainable Business Network of Washington (SB NOW)

"I can highly recommend Ann who worked for me for a few years at NCSE and proved to be a creative and thoughtful manager with excellent connections to the greater policy and NGO communities in Washington, DC."

— Krist Bender, CTO, National Council for Science and the Environment (NCSE)

"Ann is a leading light in the non-profit technology community. She's widely connected and respected, and is one of the most energetic and enjoyable colleagues one could hope for. If for any reason she can't help you with your needs, she'll always direct you to someone who can."

— Andrew Hoppin, Co-Founder and Business Development Director, GoodStorm Inc.

"I first met Ann when I attended a conference which she organized in Washington, DC at the AFL/CIO Headquarters. I thought it was a great conference, I learned a lot and met a lot of talented professionals. I have collaborated with Ann since mostly on brainstorming and as a colleague in the burgeoning DC tech community."

— Paul Hyland, Education Week

"Ann Yoders is genuinely committed to collaboration and innovation, and her ability to draw those elements out of groups and individuals is commendable. She confidently invites all perspectives, sharing her own expertise and experience while helping groups find their solutions and reach consensus. Anyone seeking a professional to guide a consulting project, facilitate a productive conversation, or bring new ideas to fruition won’t go wrong when they work with Ann."

— Judy Harrison, Director of Membership, Marketing, and Communications, Council for Exceptional Children

"If you go to dictionary.com right now and type in a facilitator, Ann's picture pops up. Alright, alright, I exaggerate a little. But, it *should* pop up. Ann makes a three-hour work forum seem like a 20-minute chat over coffee. She ensures everyone has a voice - even the people in the back of the room who says, “I’m just here to listen.” From the initial ice-breaking to the round-up of ideas and action steps, she coaxes different viewpoints out of the shadows of shyness and into the light for all to consider. Greater understanding, if not actual problem-solving, is guided in a warm, encouraging manner that makes perfect strangers feel like old friends. If I wanted to get a group to open up and share what they were really thinking, I’d hire Ann as the facilitator."

— Barb Jump, Public Relations Strategist, Washington, DC 

"I can offer only the highest recommendation for Ann. She is one of the most dedicated professionals I have ever worked with. Without a question she brought outstanding contribution to the work of the group especially by putting together a program with phenomenal speakers for our event. Besides her professional skills, she is a great and fun person to be around! Looking forward to work with Ann again."

— Theano-Violet Tsagka, Director of Business Development, DT Institute

(Logistics Chair and Social Media Co-Chair, TEDx Adams Morgan Women, worked directly with Ann at TEDxAdamsMorganWomen)

"Ann is a skilled project manager and talented digital strategist. TEDx AdamsMorganWomen wouldn't have been such a success without her focus, attention to detail and her hustle to secure a program of phenomenal speakers for our day-long conference. Ann is professional, positive and creative. She is a tremendous asset to any team!"

— Amanda Szabo, Communications Manager, American Society of Hematology

(Social Media Chair, TEDx Adams Morgan Women, worked directly with Ann at TEDxAdamsMorganWomen)

"Ann was instrumental to the success of the TEDxAdamsMorgan Women event in December. Her network of contacts, her attention to detail, and her get-things-done attitude made it happen!"

— Suzanne Turner, President, Turner Strategies

STORY EVENT SERIES

"Dear Ann, I had to dash away last night, but I want to thank you for a wonderful evening! I felt lucky in the extreme to be a part of it—all the guests were so fascinating, and it was a really interesting and successful format. But watching you was the best part! You made everyone feel at ease, and your obvious joy in connecting people was truly inspiring. I deeply appreciate your invitation and your kind words, and I hope to see you again."

— Sarah Kaufman, Pulitzer-Winning Dance Critic, Washington Post

“Almost every culture has an oral tradition, where stories were used to share ideas and ideals. Today, in our hectic world, too many communicators focus on creating soundbite driven “buzz” rather than authentic and compelling narratives. The STORY event series is a reminder that authentic stories are a more powerful way to inspire, encourage and inform.”

— John Friedman, Sustainability Manager, WGL 

"STORY offers a refreshing exploration of the role of storytelling in art."

— Noah Scalin, Artist, Author and Founder ALR (Another Limited Rebellion) 

 "Thank you for such an incredible event last night. Hands down one of the best I've been to! Each speaker added a different perspective and shared compelling stories. I can't wait for the next STORY event." 

— Leigh George, Strategic Marketing Consultant

"STORY is a platform for inspiration, igniting thought-provoking conversations across all industries."

— Jennifer Trezza, China Practice Manager, SmithGroupJJR

"Stories are powerful organizing principles in today's market. STORY is the best place to see how those principles work in the most effective ways."

— Rasul Sha'ir, CEO, Cnvrgnc