John has been extremely helpful to me and to my team by running a number of learning and development sessions. At first, when I was just building up the Medical Affairs department at Ionis, John supported us by running the DiSC workshop which was instrumental in understanding the different viewpoints and communication styles in the group. John joined us again later in the year to deliver a workshop around influence without authority which is an important skillset for my team given their constant interactions with functions across the organization. Lately, John led a virtual session on giving and receiving feedback. In all of these engagements, John was able to connect effectively with the team and the feedback on the sessions was very positive. I’m looking to continue to engage John on other learning and development topics next year. He has been a wonderful resource for my team and I would highly recommend him.

Shay Bujanover, MD, MBA |VP Medical Affairs - Ionis Pharmaceuticals

John’s expertise and catalytic approach were evident from our first conversation. He brings a thoughtful and highly impactful approach to individual and team development. As a new leader joining an organization and forming a new team, his expertise and guidance as a thought partner and in a new leader assimilation exercise with the entire team was a key building block to help connect and set the foundation for the success of our team.

Sean Haney | Founder - SPHERE Consultants, LLC

I was very fortunate to have John as a coach and mentor during my time as Chief of Staff.  With his support, I gained the extra confidence I needed to lead a team of leaders.  He helped me further develop my strengths which increased my influence and efficiency as a CoS.  More importantly, he listened to my concerns with empathy and gave me the tools to navigate challenging interpersonal situations. 

John also helped our team become more cohesive and understand each other better through a DiSC session.  And he supported us as we developed our mission and purpose--the starting point of any high functioning team.  Thank you so much, John!

Fannie Huang Mori | Executive Director, Portfolio Strategy and Program Management - Avidity Bioscience
John’s a trusted partner who truly hears the client perspective and designs and implements solutions based on critical needs.   He can get to the point and essence of an issue, in real-time facilitation, and work toward better performance from there.

Julie Patel | Senior VP - Rigel Pharmaceuticals
When analyzing complex situations and distilling them into digestible pieces, there is no person that I would like more as a thought partner than John Honingford.   He is one of the most exceptional listeners I have met.  He can get to the root causes of a challenge faster than any professional I know.  Because of John's diversity of experience, he brings the business knowledge needed to ask the right questions and assist with delivering actionable solutions.  The types of projects we worked on were high-visibility and high-impact, and he always delivered results that exceeded my and the organization's expectations. 

Susan Page | Vice President, Global Talent Partner - Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

I have been lucky enough to partner with John for five years and have witnessed the impact he has achieved across the organization. He is an exceptionally talented facilitator, coach, mentor and learning consultant who helps unlock the potential of both individuals and teams. He challenges individuals to think about what their best may look like and then supports them on their journey to achieve more than they thought possible.

Wendy Twist | EU/International Learning and Development Lead - Jazz Pharmaceuticals.

Developing and empowering an organization’s talent is a critical component of its success and it starts with leadership. John is a learning leader who understands this and knows how to effectively partner with and coach executives and leaders at all levels to lead with curiosity, to inspire belonging and to lead and engage their teams with intention. John’s exceptional ability to build meaningful connections and trusting relationships enables him to unlock the best in everyone around him.

Kelly Chow | VP, People and Operations- Belharra Therapeutics

John is an absolute pro. His mindful approach, focus and keen catalytic ability to propel the group was key to the session's success. Left the session feeling inspired and with some great elements to apply. 

DiSC Communication Effectiveness Session - Biotech client

I personally have found your training sessions to be tremendous opportunities for self-reflection and a learning experience, and appreciate what I learn about myself and others from you. 

Giving and Receiving Feedback Session - Biotech client

Overall excellent session. The trainer did a great job making the experience interactive, informative, and entertaining. I will be using the techniques discussed when providing feedback to my team.

Leadership Development Series - Non Pharma client

Our presenter John was fun, knowledgeable, and kept us focused. He made the training interactive. He truly was the best part of the training.

New Manager Assimilation - Biotech client

John was very engaging, responsive, and had meaningful content to share. I appreciated John's transparency and "real-ness" in our discussions. This allowed the team to have fun and be open to sharing thoughts as well.   

High Performing Team Engagement - Legal Department - Biotech client

Thanks, John.  You are one in a million and I’m a better manager, employee and person for having known you.  I can’t say that about most people.  

Coaching Client - R&D

Thank you John.  I truly enjoyed working with you too and have learned so much from you.  You personally changed my mind about a number of things and have made me a more open person.  THANK YOU for what you have done for me.

DiSC Team Training - VP R&D

You are a great facilitator and presenter, and I always learn something new during these sessions.  Thanks for prompting such interesting discussion around this topic and for all of the helpful suggestions for the group.

Manager Live Training

John was fantastic! He was engaging and informative. I really enjoyed his interaction with the group.

Effective Communication and Personal Branding Virtual Session

John has emotional intelligence, is persuasive but not pushy, articulate and inspiring. Builds trust and conveys interest in the participants.