Specializing in Business Turnaround, Community Association Management and Real Estate

“I am Stephen Rosa, Senior Manager within SABIC, and former Chairman of the Board of the Launch Lab Regional Innovation Center, a government supported not-for-profit network of resources mandated to guide entrepreneurs across Eastern Ontario. I am writing this letter in support of, and as a recommendation for, Mr. Michael Mann, our former Chief Executive. Michael has had a diverse and distinguished career, both as a self-motivated associate within private business, and as an entrepreneur. He built a private company from concept in to a thriving business serving both small and large corporations, which he scaled globally such that his products were used and available in every free nation in the world. He has led fundamental, successful turnarounds in several North American businesses as an independent executive advisor. Most recently, Michael led our Regional Innovation Center for a seven year period, retiring from the position earlier this year. I watched Michael transform the organization from a largely dysfunctional and ineffective entity in to a highly effective, well respected and successful enterprise, in spite of significant challenges and, at times, weighty adversity. Michael demonstrated adaptability as a creative visionary, in dealing with the required changes necessary to turn the organization around. He brings an imaginative, collaborative approach, is able to bridge significant gaps to find synergies between organizations which typically are not found, and he brings an executive presence that has reflected very positively on the Launch Lab R.I.C.. Michael has left the organization as a strong community partner with a solid reputation and with myriad alliances and partnerships, many of which were not even conceived when he arrived on the scene. I believe that Michael Mann, with his skills and experience, can help any struggling organization make the difficult turns toward success, and can help any organization thrive, even in difficult circumstances. It is rare that we get the privilege of working with people of Michael’s calibre. I strongly urge you to consider what he could bring to your organization. I am happy to provide further input if you wish to speak directly.” stephen.rosa@sabic.com

“I am delighted to write this letter of reference for you that you may feel free to show to anyone. I am the Chairman of the Board of Launch Lab, a regional innovation centre in Kingston, Ontario. As President and CEO of Launch Lab, Michael reported directly to me. I was also on the selection committee that recruited Michael about seven years ago. Michael was recruited to manage an organization dedicated to helping entrepreneurs create, build and grow companies in this geographic region, companies that hopefully have the ability to scale and create economic impact. Michael is very disciplined yet he was very creative in the ways that he raised funds and organized partners. He is a very dedicated and loyal executive who leads by example. I am confident that if you spoke with any Launch Lab client over the years, their review of Michael would be very positive. He is an experienced and savvy businessman who is very adept at analyzing client needs and mobilizing resources to deliver solutions. I have great respect for Michael and he could help just about any organization. I would be pleased to answer question by phone if needed.”

“Patlon Aircraft & Industries Limited contracted Michael Mann to manage their Repair and Overhaul Division on an interim basis. Prior to Michael’s arrival, Patlon’s R&O Division was experiencing five fundamental problems. • Turnaround time for virtually every value-added program was significantly extended • Technician’s allocation of time to billable jobs was well below budget • Overall morale of the division was poor; staff was demoralized • Technical skill sets were lacking in many areas • Division was unprofitable Michael was given free rein to run the division in any way he felt appropriate including changing policies, procedures and personnel if necessary. Within a month a number of changes were made in all three areas. Within three months there was a significant improvement in morale. Within six months the division was operating as a team and was profitable. Michael’s management skills and personality enabled him to motivate, encourage and effectively coach his staff. His staff were empowered and for the most part embraced this responsibility. Michael’s impact on Patlon’s R&O division spread into all other areas of the company. It is fair to say that Michael had a positive impact on the attitude and productivity of all staff in the organization. After nine months the company began a search for a permanent replacement for Michael. This candidate was hired in July of this year. Michael has spent the last six to eight weeks training and passing over the reins to Patlon’s new R&O Manager. I would highly recommend Michael for any similar type of assignment; not because we are related but because of his strong qualifications and proven success. I would be pleased to provide any additional information requested.”
pbmann@patlon.com

“I had the good fortune to work with Mike over the last year. As the author of a report on the restructuring of a client’s overhaul and repair division, I made several recommendations regarding the improvement of communications, teamwork, performance and productivity in the division. Mike was brought in to implement the recommendations. His capacities for seeing and communicating the big picture, bringing about cooperation and coordination of effort, collaboration and planning, creative problem solving and an authentic, genuine concern for people were the ingredients which turned the Division around. Mike demonstrates a complementary combination of leadership and management skill. His intrinsic beliefs for developing the potentials of people bring out the best in those people. Mike is also a natural and formidable salesperson in his own right. He is able to see opportunity where others don’t, delivers results where others can’t and build a business for growth and prosperity. I admire his tireless tenacity and positive outlook in the face of adversity. In short, give Mike a challenge and resources and he can make it happen!”
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“I have had the distinct privilege of working with Michael J. Mann since August 2008 at a mutual client in Halton Hills, Ontario. Michael was engaged on contract to serve in the capacity as Acting Manager for the company’s struggling Repair and Overhaul division. His duties were to realign the human resources, focus the existing team on productivity issues and ultimately turn the department around from a struggling division to a fully functioning part of the company profile. This division had a long history of less than stellar output with disillusioned team members. As the Human Resources Advisor (an external role), I partnered with Michael to work on performance appraisal, employee assessment, recruitment, termination and documentation. He handled his duties with great enthusiasm and excitement. The real strength of Michael’s abilities from my perspective were in his deep and long management experience (over 30 years managing and directing business activities in the USA), and his sparkling leadership of the inherited team. I witnessed Michael leading, guiding, directing and working with all members of the team in an effort to build unity. He cares about the business, but not at the expense of the people behind the paper. He understands people do the work. This was refreshing and exciting for the team under his direction. Within a short period of time, he accomplished many things. Slowly over the first months, he made changes within the department to personnel, process and productivity. In less than a year he created a business model that was ready for inheritance by the newly recruited replacement — the official Repair and Overhaul Manager. He was able to assess, organize and execute the assignment in about 9 months. The company stakeholders were delighted with his results. It was my pleasure to work with him regularly as he made progress within the division. I would be honoured to work on future projects with him, if ever presented with an opportunity. Please feel free to call me if you have any questions relating to Michael’s contributions. I highly recommend him to you for your business turnaround requirements.”

“Michael J. Mann Consulting” recently helped Plymouth Pharmaceuticals® and its division Loma Lux® through a difficult transition by consulting for us over several days to identify ways to improve the company. The unique thing about Mr. Mann is that, in addition to having a good grasp on identifying poor business practices and processes, he is able to pinpoint underlying issues, relationships, etc. These were not being considered in assessing the company’s day to day operations but were vital in assessing the big picture going forward. Because of his recommendations, our bottom line has improved remarkably. We highly recommend him for his ability to see both the obvious and hidden issues. If you have any questions regarding “Michael J. Mann Consulting”, please call me at (918) 664-9882 x 102 or email me at miles@plymouthphann.com.”