— CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
What clients say about working with Highlander Consulting.
The firms below represent a range of industries, challenges, and engagement types. What they share in common is what every client relationship at Highlander is built on — honest counsel, disciplined execution, and outcomes that outlast the engagement.
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"This is the first time in 30 years I've referred a potential marketing partner, but Gordon Andrew has reset my views on what's possible. He is the best marketing operator I've worked with, ever."
— ROB ANDREWS, CHAIRMAN & CEO, ALLEN AUSTIN
— WHAT CLIENTS SAY
Gordon played a critical role in helping Connextions evolve from a small, regional call-center to a national, consumer-directed healthcare BPO firm. Gordon developed innovative strategies that were impactful but cost-effective. His brand strategy helped to not only reposition the company as a healthcare firm, but also to drive top-line growth. This successful rebranding, heightened market awareness and increased revenue were critical factors in the company's acquisition by UnitedHealth Group.
Steven Russell
Former CFO
CONNEXTIONS INC.
→ Acquired by UnitedHealth Group
Sol Waksman
Founder & President
BARCLAYHEDGE LTD.
→ Acquired by Backstop Solutions Group
"Gordon is a very original and out-of-the-box thinker as well as an excellent marketing professional. His first project for us was a simple monthly newsletter. Our first issue went to a couple of hundred subscribers. Today we have more than 60,000 subscribers."
Carlos González Peña
Founder & President
PENA SEARCH
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"Gordon combines strong strategic insight with a disciplined, execution-oriented approach. He consistently brings forward thoughtful, creative ideas while also ensuring that those ideas translate into clear priorities and forward progress. He is a pleasure to work with and a trusted partner in every sense."
Robert Flanagan
Former President
FIRST INVESTORS CORP.
→ Acquired by Forresters Financial
"He is a gifted writer, a creative thinker, and a flexible strategist. He does not get rattled. He has strong ideas, but recognizes that the client ultimately makes the decisions. I would hire Gordon in the future without any reservation, and I recommend him to others with enthusiasm."
Mitchell Katz
Founder & President
PREMIER FINANCIAL SERVICES
→ Acquired by 1st Financial Bank USA
"Gordon helped Premier Financial Services to increase its visibility, credibility, and thought leadership with our sophisticated target audience. He is both a strategic thinker and skilled marketing practitioner, and over the years he's consistently offered innovative ways for Premier to build its brand presence."
Kal Mistry
Chief Administrative Officer / SVP
VITAS HEALTHCARE COMPANY
"Gordon is a top-notch professional with extensive experience in communications and media relations. He provides very thoughtful and objective guidance on very sensitive and sometimes controversial media issues. I respect his judgement and counsel and feel very fortunate to have him provide us with his services."
Paul Metaxatos
Founder / Partner
MOTIV DESIGN
"From our very first interaction, Gordon's approach to understanding our needs and delivering practical and usable strategy was phenomenal. His direct approach cuts through the clutter and focuses on solving core issues quickly and effectively."
Jon D. Groussman, J.D.
Former President / COO
CAP INDEX INC.
"Gordon is a highly knowledgeable Marketing and PR professional. He delivers recommendations with experience and sound rationale to generate business results. He helps us stay on track and meet desired outcomes."
Ole Rollag
Founder / CEO
MURANO CONNECT
"Gordon was instrumental in changing the way the company communicates, and is a real asset to Murano. We are so pleased to be working with him."
— A CLIENT WHO HAS HIRED GORDON AT THREE DIFFERENT FIRMS ACROSS THREE DECADES
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I believe Gordon Andrew is, hands down, the best marketing consultant in the business.
Eric Siber
Managing Director
J.S. HELD, LLC
Eric has engaged Gordon at every stop of his career — across three firms, three industries, and three decades. Each firm was subsequently acquired by a major institution.
— THREE ENGAGEMENTS. THREE ACQUISITIONS.
Ryan Beck & Co.
Head of Marketing — Broker-Dealer
Acquired by Stifel Financial
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J.B. Hanauer & Co.
Head of Trading — Bond Dealer
Acquired by RBC Capital Markets
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Capital Forensics Inc.
Managing Director — Compliance Advisory Firm
Acquired by J.S. Held LLC