Professional References

The following are quotes taken from actual letters of reference from past employers, clients and professional colleagues. Please click here to see the functions that these individuals represented.

An Overview

“I want you to know that I learned a lot from Nelson. I never had the opportunity to learn business in school so I have to learn as I go and he certainly taught me some lessons. I will always consider him one of the most intelligent people I have ever met….”
(Chip Austin of Palumbo Block Company)
 
“Nelson is a dynamic leader who inspires his employees to achieve success, for themselves and for the company”
(Alfredo Medina of Burney Products Corporation)
 
“In the years that I was employed at Burney Products, Nelson gave me the opportunity to professionally grow from working on the shop floor as a laborer to being a key operational staff member where I was able to use my intelligence for the first time at work. I felt that I was now being recognized for what I can really do and I owe him much gratitude”
(William Osorio of Burney Products Corporation)
 
"Nelson Wax is an intelligent, honest, and highly respected individual within the LIA. He was the catalyst and driving force behind the successful streamlining of many duplications within our organization. Nelson was also responsible for the marketing, sales and the forging of strategic alliances between our member companies. He is a superb team leader as well as an outstanding team player. I highly recommend him for employment within your company...."
(Mike Pinnata from the Long Island Association)

"A loyal team player, he is both strategically and tactically proficient. He brings a diligent and strong work ethic to the tasks at hand...."
(Ray Donnelly from the Long Island Association)

"Nelson showed and excellent grasp of the quality improvement process and its impact on business objectives. As a facilitator, he provided the leadership that enabled the team to grow and improve their abilities to continue the quality process in the future. His leadership style was very well suited in meeting the various requirements of the individual team members and project objectives...."
(Charles Butt from DJJ Technologies)
 
"Mr. Wax has an outstanding professional quality that not only encourages, but also motivates his employees. He does this by assigning tasks to develop employee morale and leadership skills. He introduced his staff and shop floor workers to World Class Lean Manufacturing. This training helped me focus on the Pull system with Group Cell techniques that helped to increase production output and to focus on targets clearly. This effort improved the quality of the product by reducing test failures. This philosophy also helped improve the workplace organization and housekeeping, increase employee involvement and enhance customer satisfaction...."
(Manny Tello from CRS)
 
"I find Nelson respectful, personable, and always helpful in his interaction with personnel. He has shown practical solutions to Process Improvement and cost effectiveness from an engineering point of view. Nelson also shows common sense and systematic ways of approaching problem solving...."
(Joe Linsalata from CRS)
 
"During the course of his employment with us, he was found to be hard working and dedicated for improving the overall management of operations. Nelson became knowledgeable of the company's policies and procedures, as well as being able to communicate at all levels of the organization. He is both focused driven and results oriented in discerning key issues and situations. While he devoted most of is time to following up on assigned tasks internally and externally, he has the skills to take initiative for both problem detection and problem solving. Nelson has distinguished himself when working with other members of my staff, as well as with other company contacts. He has displayed a similar aptitude and attitude for interpersonal relationships and is well respected...."
(Albert Abney from Eveready)
 
"Mr. Wax, because of his intelligence, comprehensive manufacturing experience and dedicated working attitude, has earned respect from all of us in our company...."
(Jack Wang from Crystal)

"The one positive note on my whole experience is the professionalism and guidance offered by Nelson Wax. Hopefully in my future endeavors I will continue with more people of this caliber...."
(Ms. Diaz from Crystal)

"In this and all his endeavors at ITAC, Mr. Wax succeeded admirably. His work performance, professionalism, demeanor, dedication, and technical knowledge were nothing short of exemplary in all aspects...."
(Charles Priolo from ITAC)

"My experience with Nelson showed him to be an excellent leader with a keen insight into process improvement that relates directly to the business objectives. Furthermore, Nelson is a man of the highest integrity and character. He is a person who can make a difference in any organization...."
(John Williams from Bombardier)

"I am writing this letter to let you know what a difference Nelson has made in upgrading our production techniques and procedures to a whole new level...."
(Frank Fabrico from Lumart)

"Nelson is a personabale and responsible young man who is serious about his role and performance in the environment in which he is participating...."
(Mark Rosoff from Rozinn)

"Our current project has been put together by Nelson Wax. This continuous improvement program is a continuation of our SMED project...."
(Al Lund from Setco)

"Nelson Wax guided us through this improvement project and we are reaping great benefits...."
(Fred Levine from Marcus)

"As a VP of operations for IMR I have the pleasure of working with Nelson Wax during three analysis which were all successful. Nelson demostrated exceptional client handling skills at all levels of the client organization...."
(Jean Frolet from IMR)

"Mr. Nelson Wax worked with us as a colleague at the Institute of Management Resources on several occasions during the past year. He has consistently proven that he has the rare combination of analytical, technical and client handling skills...."
(Rob Karam from IMR)

"Nelson is above all a man of high moral principle, whose diligence in pursuit of excellence is singular...."
(Mark Janek from IMR)

"Personally, I found Mr. Wax very dedicated, hardworking and goal oriented person. He was very successful in creating a paradigm shift. He built and inspired teams, and taught important concepts like effective team meetings, problem solving,...."
(Mr. Mazah from Teledyne)

"Nelson consistently demonstrated a high level of enthusiasm and motivation. He is a very bright individual who is articulate and personable...."
(Andrew Sobel from Gemini)

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