Testimonials

"I have used GRA on a couple of occasions. The most memorable was a 2 day event for my 40 strong sales team down in the Poole area. I wanted to do something that would be fun, challenge the individuals and build teams. GRA took my brief and designed the best event I have ever experienced. The event involved numerous mental and physical challenges, overnight under canvass, cycling and raft building to name a few. The organisation and imagination was excellent, the staff incredibly thorough, good fun but very safe. From start to finish the attention to detail was superb, everything was organised and the feedback was outstanding. I would recommend GRA to any organisation." - Neil Thubron, Sales Director IBM

"GRA have worked with Skandia for over 8 years as a partnership company and preferred supplier in respect of our leadership programme and a range of development workshops. During this time they have worked closely with the Executive team and the majority of our senior managers providing focused and high quality development and consultancy. They are very adept at assimilating the culture and strategy of the business and ensuring that the style and approach they take is supportive of this. One of the benefits of working with GRA has been their ability to bring an external perspective and maturity which challenges managers at every level to re-evaluate their individual, team and divisional vision. The GRA team work closely with the Skandia Learning and Development team to ensure synergy and ongoing return on the investment made. GRA are highly regarded throughout our business and respected for the valuable and influential interventions whether through a formal programme of development, team build or one to one coaching." - Ann-Louise Hancock, Head of People Division

"There had been a lot of changes over the preceding months, and the GRA event was the first time we all came together as a team - tackling issues that were not the norm, and interacting with each other away from the usual office pressures. It was a hugely challenging, enjoyable and fun programme, which has helped the team enormously to prepare for, and overcome, the challenges that will face GAME over the coming months and years." - Martin Long, Group CEO

"The programme has been like a good book that you cannot put down... apart from it does not end on page 271. I have personally benefited enormously from the programme, and know that the team has grown in confidence, self esteem and their focus." - Harry Hall, Managing Partner

"We have worked as an organisation with GRA for a number of years - using them exclusively for all of our management development needs. This has involved working with us to plan and deliver senior and middle management development programmes tailored for our individual and collective needs, as well as working with elected councillors to develop strategic priorities. At all times we have found GRA to be professional and competent in their approach - with strong interpersonal skills throughout their entire team. They understand the needs of the organisation and have the right approach to tackle difficult subjects with us - in a constructive manner which sets even the most reluctant participants to engage.

The knowledge and expertise which GRA has brought to our development sessions has been invaluable. We have seen a real change in many individuals who have benefited from the programmes - from improved understanding and self awareness of their own management style - to more specific skills uplifting. Furthermore, we are very conscious of the impact the programmes are having on the culture of the organisation. Our IIP inspector's report said 'the outcome (of the Management Development programme for Senior Managers) is a more focused authority being led by a team working together in harmony with a consistent approach to the creation of a common culture where people really are important'." - Julia Beckett, Strategic Director

"I would like to express my thanks to the team at Grahame Robb Associates for designing and delivering an excellent team-building event. The day was structured in a way that maximised participation for all team members and several have commented that it was the best event they have attended in the course of their careers. Some of these comments were made by members of the team with a background in learning and development, so I am sure you will agree that this is an accolade indeed!

I was particularly impressed with the level of commitment and passion amongst your team of trainers. They actively listened to my needs as a customer and the event exceeded expectations in all aspects." - Maxine Jones, Director of Human Resources