Clients and Testimonials

“Optimal learning occurs when the information and vehicle of delivery are synchronized to create an experience that engages the whole person. Effective leadership requires character and competence, and is inseparable from relationships. It is the systematic melding of information and relationships over time and the spiritual emphasis on life transformation, that distinguishes CREST from mere academics. I can hardly believe how much my life and leadership have been impacted since embarking on the CREST experience.”  Verdeen Beuckert, AB

“CREST is the most life changing program for mid-life people. It lifts the ceiling we have defined for ourselves and opens a new awareness of life purpose that is without limit and redefines us to the glory of God.”  Eric Lowther, AB

“The CREST program and experience has been a life changing one. I have been able to renew my vision with clarity I would not have otherwise found. It is my earnest hope that many more business decision makers will take the opportunity and dive in to this wonderfully impacting experience.”  James Agnew, AB

“CREST has been a unique learning experience, unlike any training I have received before. It has caused me to look at things in new ways, and I find it affecting my thinking constantly. It is leadership training that is practical and challenging, and takes me out of the box of past limits. I would encourage mid-life leaders to consider CREST.”  Sid Chalmers, AB

“CREST fosters a powerful team dynamic between seasoned leaders who are ready and willing to apply new learning in leadership principles and methods.”  Steve Clarke, ON

“CREST is a unique leadership development experience.  It prompts a leader to examine the deep recesses of who he/she is specifically wired to be.”  Tom Haines, ON

“A unique and amazing blend of practical leadership development tools and spiritual formation for any leader feeling “there’s got to be more” to my life.”  Roy Beyer, AB

“If you want to clarify your purpose and dream in the midst of your hectic life experience, this is the course.  Very practical, succinct teaching, easily transferable to life applications.”  Kenn Parker, BC

Below is a partial list of organizations and individuals who have completed the CREST Leadership Certificate Program.

Charities

The following charities have had several of their senior management teams go through a program with CREST:

  • Focus on the Family
  • Evangelical Fellowship of Canada
  • 100 Huntley Street
  • Opportunity International
  • CBMC Canada
  • Compassion Canada
  • CAPSS
  • CNCF

Churches and Missions

  • Senior pastors: John Pritchard, Shawn Vandop, Mark Kowalko, Kerry Dyck
  • Children’s Ministers:  Pam Wolfe
  • Music ministers: Tim Huebert, Steve Kentel
  • Denominational President: Wes Mills
  • Consultant: Kenn Parker

Business Owners

  • Norm Beange, Specialty Graphics
  • Lindsay Speer, Idea Factory
  • Ed van Hierden, Green Prairie International
  • Tory Weber, Sigmadek Inc.
  • Bob Maljaars, Inline Nurseries

Professionals

  • Medical doctor: John Clifford
  • Psychologist: Stephen Cheng
  • Engineers: Cindy Strickland, Stephen Dole
  • Financial services: Roy Beyer, Shaun Humphries
  • Realtor: David Goodchild
  • Marketing/Communications and Image Consultant: Janise Flinkman
  • Life Coach and Jazz musician: Matt Day