What People Say About Us
It’s been a pleasure to work with so many great individuals and organizations. Long-lasting and deep friendships have developed.
Below is a sampling of what people say about Maria Glymph and Crawford & Ria:
“Maria Glymph helped Musiqa, a Houston-based contemporary music ensemble, craft its first strategic plan. Maria was so effective, articulate and creative that we asked her to join our Board to help us implement the plan. Maria is an expert listener and integrates multiple points-of-view with great clarity and decisiveness. During the strategic planning process, she guided us to figure out issues for ourselves; however, if we reached an impasse or were uncertain, she would step forward with great ideas. At a grant meeting which required at least one of our Board members in attendance, Maria was kind enough to be present. When asked for comments, one of the panelists asked,” I’d just like to know who wrote this strategic plan for Musiqa–it’s incredible.” We feel the same: Our Board would unanimously and whole-heartedly recommend Maria.”
- Anthony Brandt, Founder and Artistic Director, Musiqa
“Maria provided coaching to our executive and management staff and training for the entire staff, during a period of growth and transition for our agency. Relatable and dependable, she integrated with all levels of staff well. She adeptly provided guidance in big-picture planning and vision while also being able to focus on operational details when needed. Maria’s work made lasting impact on the agency such that accountability and consistent performance management continue to be strong values several years later. As one of the managers who received management coaching, I attribute Maria’s work with helping me grow profesionally, increasing my confidence and skill as a manager and leader. I highly recommend Maria.”
- Hilary Barroga, Director of Programs, EHC LifeBuilders
“Maria is a valued and trusted advisor to the board and staff of River Oaks Chamber Orchestra. She guided the board through development of a detailed strategic plan that now serves as the basis for the orchestra’s short- and long-term business planning. Maria is smart, articulate, patient, funny, and a wizard with a flip chart. ROCO is luck to have her counsel as well as her friendship.”
- Terri Golas, General Manager, River Oaks Chamber Orchestra
“Maria was spectacular at bringing a diverse group of people to a common goal and developed a 35-page strategic plan for my orchestra, River Oaks Chamber Orchestra, that is only in its fourth season. She is funny, has a great sense of style, and has the best Post-It flip chart and easel set you’ve ever seen! She can be friendly, but very professional and efficient. I recommend her with the highest praise and support!”
- Alecia Lawyer, Founder, Artistic Director, Principle Oboe, River Oaks Chamber Orchestra
“Maria, a former colleague, is intelligent, well spoken, and a senior marketing ace. She is versatile in her abilities from writing to managing large programs to strategy and brings a breadth of expertise she can tap into whatever your marketing goals and challenges. I highly recommend Maria. Not only is she skillful, she is dependable, ethical, and a pleasure to work with.”
- Susan von Konsky, Sr. Manager, Marketing & Communications, Altera