As a principal of Transition Management Consulting, Jackie led the executive search that matched me with the Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards as the culmination of a broader assignment. Throughout the process I was extremely impressed by her professionalism, competence, and obvious and genuine caring for both client and candidate. Jackie and TMC have continued to provide support and encouragement which has proved invaluable in my first CEO role, and I heartily recommend TMC to organizations that are contemplating, executing, or sustaining an executive transition.
I've had the privilege to work with three different TMC consultants now. In each case the TMC consultant was leading an organization through profound change. In each case the interim executives were astonishingly skilled at handling ambiguity, at building consensus for change, and at being respectful of an organization's legacy while firmly, capably, building the foundation for future success. This is an incredibly capable firm, and TMC, Jackie and Bob are a joy to work with.
Mr. Van Hook, This is just a brief note to let you know how much I appreciate the job that John did during the CEO transition period. After being selected as the new CEO, John provided me with internal reports and analyses that were extremely helpful in my getting up to speed. Because John had checked the typical “CEO boxes” and had sent me informational documents and emails, I did not have to spend much time reviewing items like D&O insurance but instead was able to immediately begin work on the business strategy and growth planning. Today, my eleventh day, I feel as though I am at least two months ahead of schedule. John also has a pleasurable personality and was enjoyable to work with during the transition.
Jackie is exceptionally knowledgeable about association management and governance issues. As an organizational development expert, she can analyze and advise boards in two different roles: conducting the CEO search and serving as an Interim Executive Director.
Dear Bob,

I cannot fully tell you how pleased we are with the services TMC provided to MTS during a very trying and critical period.

Ed Brenner was the perfect interim ED. He fit in very well and quickly learned our culture and systems and also contributed his experience in professional society management to us.

Jackie was a pleasure to work with. I have been through many executive search processes in my career and have never experienced such an organized, disciplined and methodical approach to candidate recruitment and selection. The results speak for themselves.


Jackie, THANKS for your large part in finding our new executive director. You will always be part of CLARB. THANKS! Jim & the Board