Testimonials

Coming up with great ideas is one thing. Learning to present and sell those ideas is a whole other world and one that is overlooked by many creatives. But as our team learned from Kevin it is a skill that can make all the difference and one you should never stop developing. Our entire department went through Kevin’s presentation boot camp. A mix of young eager eyed newbies and a few cynical old veterans. All of them came out better for it and we have been reaping the benefits ever since.

Leisa Wall & Peter Vegas

Execution Creative Directors

FCB New Zealand

I have worked with Kevin in a number of situations where we needed clear thinking, a creative approach and good communication skills to assist with some projects that were important to our business. Kevin has a unique style which focuses the mind on the important issues, cuts through the irrelevant and gets the answers that are required. He manages to do this with unfailing cheerfulness, optimism that we will ultimately get to the right answer and a sensitivity to the various personalities and positions of people who are involved. In short, loved working with him!

Keith Rushbrook

Owner

The Opportunities Group

I met Kevin while preparing a major bid and presentation. We needed life adding to both to make them stand out and Kevin provided great ideas, help sort and arrange our thoughts, coach the team in presentation and kept asking annoying but insightful questions. He brought a range of ideas and experiences from his vast repertoire which helped enormously. And he does all this with an unassuming easy-going style – extremely personable and friendly and a great asset. After winning that bid I’ve used Kevin on other bids with great success and our presentations are now always memorable. Can’t recommend Kevin highly enough.

Martin Shepherd

Business Development Manager

Downer

Kevin is the master at transforming your communication style from stilted powerpoint reader to dynamic speaker. His method is clear concise and engaging.

Michael Pervan

Managing Director

Altitude Aerospace Interiors

Kevin is one of those guys you can't help but notice when you first meet him. Incredibly clever, yet extremely personable, Kevin is a rare breed. I first met Kevin when he instructed at a training course years ago, and ever since then, he has been my 'go to' guy for coaching on my major speaking engagements. I have no problem recommending Kevin if you want to improve yourself (or your team) in those finer points of life that make a real difference to the outcome.

James Kennedy-Moffat

NZ Country Manager

NetApp

Kevin is a fantastic trainer and facilitator who knows how to get the best from people. Kevin has a unique ability to form an easy connection with his audience, no matter what job level or age they may be. He is also great at involving all members of his audience and keeping discussion focused on the task in hand. I was always impressed with the level of preparation Kevin put in to every session he delivered, from consultation and planning to coordinating guest speakers and developing course material. His post-session evaluations provided valuable learning for the future and demonstrated Kevin’s commitment to delivering a quality product for his customers

Dean Howie

Programme Manager

Regional Economic Development, Bay of Connections​

My team and I found Kevin's negotiation training very enlightening. He's also been a great help in fine-tuning our new business pitch on more than one occasion. If you're an agency that competes with FCB I'd rather you didn't use him.

David Thomason

Brand planner and advertising strategist

Independent

Kevin has provided expert training for our people on a number of occasions in areas such as presentation skills development and negotiation skills. Kevin has also played an important role in several new business pitches advising us on presentation structure and content and assisting us to refine our message and approach. In all of this Kevin has always provided insightful input, coaching and guidance in a manner suited to the diverse nature of the audiences and individuals within our business. Kevin remains our go to guy in these areas and we look forward to continuing to work with him in the future.

Bryan Crawford

Vice Chairman

FCB Global

Kevin achieved great results working one on one with our staff and as a group. He puts everything he has into working with each person's individual style, so that they and the organisation get the best possible result.

Glynn Tulloch

Group General Manager

European Motor Distributors

Kevin has provided me with personalised training that has focused on developing my interpersonal and communication skills. I have enjoyed working with Kevin and his professional and friendly approach alongside his expertise has really enabled me to extend myself and improve my skillset. Of particular note is the coaching I received with regard to assisting with speeches to multicultural audiences; the support and advice has been invaluable. A real strength of Kevin’s is his simplicity of language and ability to engage participants, and I highly recommend Kevin to anyone aiming to improve their personal development.

Mark Lockington

Company Secretary

Westland Milk Products

Kevin Simms is my ‘go to’ when I have either a public speaking engagement or a communication issue that needs immediate attention. I have found Kevin to be extremely fast when time is of the essence and he will always make time available, even at a weekend, to coach through any problems.

Andy Sinclair

Chief Executive Officer

Hyundai Motors New Zealand

Kevin has been instrumental in supporting and lifting the capability of a number of our staff who have presented at successive Water New Zealand conferences. His no nonsense approach to ensuring the key messages are succinctly and professionally presented is almost magical.

Steve Webster

Chief Infrastructure Officer

Watercare Services Limited

There are probably only a handful of guys out there that actually have the intellect, emotional intelligence and raw ability to genuinely make a difference. Kevin is one of those guys. From concept to execution, Kevin has an uncanny ability to get the best from people and the situation, whatever that may be. I would thoroughly recommend his services, in fact I do frequently.

Tom Ruddenklau

Chief Operating Officer

Armstrong's​ Group