Testimonials

Affiliations for identification purposes only.

“Mark Green’s strategic recommendations helped us to solve critical challenges facing our organization, and to grow into a more dynamic, stable and effective mental health services provider. We look back at the work we did with Mark as a turning point in our organizational development.” —Yvonne Beyer, Executive Director, Earth Circles Mental Health Services, Oakland, California

“Mark combines unusually clear big-picture analysis with sensible, workable problem solving.” —Sonia Taylor, Errant Art

“Mark Green’s understanding of the Sonoma County political landscape and facility for strategically effective, persuasive messaging were real assets to my initial Congressional campaign.” —Representative Jared Huffman (CA-6), elected 2012

“As a former state legislator and board member for the Laguna Foundation, I have always been impressed with Mark’s knowledge of important policy issues and his ability to analyze and articulate them to any audience. Mark is that rare individual who can synthesize information into a coherent and effective advocacy program. I saw him do this time and time again at both the state and local levels in his role as an Executive Director for Sonoma County Conservation Action and Associate Executive Director for the Laguna Foundation.” —Virginia Strom-Martin, California State Assemblywoman, District 1, 1996-2002

“I was on the Board of Directors of Sonoma County Conservation Action for five years with Mark as its Executive Director. I can say with certainty that SCCA developed into such a respected voice in the North Bay as a result of Mark’s decade of intelligent, measured leadership. He has a unique capacity to effectively implement ideas, involving key stakeholders and partners from the start. A skilled negotiator, he knows when to stand fast and understands the value of strategic compromise. His skills are exceptional.” —Susan Bryer, Board Chair, Sonoma County Conservation Action 1999-2000

“As a member of the Conservation Action board during Mark’s tenure, I saw what an effective leader, communicator and organization builder he is. I loved working with him, and have the highest regard for his capacities.” —Sheri Cardo, Director of Communications, Sonoma Land Trust

“He understands complex policy issues and their political ramifications…Not only does Mark have his finger on the pulse of the community, he can shape public sentiment as well as understand it. His creative, energetic mind is always working on the causes he’s passionate about.” —Wayne Mitchell, Development Director, Habitat for Humanity Sonoma County (formerly Capital Campaign Director, Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation)

“I worked with Mark on our first membership campaign for a local Arts Center. His definition of audience, approach, attention to detail and organization skills helped us fundraise well past our goal.  He is professional, on point, and fun to work with!”—Candace Mackey, Coordinator, Occidental Center for the Arts