Feedback from High Potential Women
We’re passionate about the work we do with high potential women. Our client work remains confidential.  However, from time to time, women  encourage us to share their experience, like Marnie Larson, CEO, StarGarden (below).  Thanks Marnie!
PictureMarnie Larson, CEO, StarGarden
"Cynthia Roney was the facilitator of a women’s executive mentorship group I belonged to.  Cynthia’s perspective and directness made me clearly see where I wanted to take my career and gave me the confidence to take that next step.  
I am in my current CEO role as a direct result of that mentorship and coaching process."  
                                -- Marnie Larson, CEO, StarGarden
PictureNatacha V. Beim CEO & Founder, CEFA Early Learning Schools & Strategic Alliance Director at Entrepreneurs' Organization
"I will never forget the first time I met Cynthia Roney. We were at the Forum for Women Entrepreneurs,
and she was chairing the meeting. Everyone was bringing up their business issues and Cynthia, within less than one minute and without missing a beat, could identify the root of the issue and coach these people (all 12 of them) in the right direction. I was amazed. I had to get to know who this brilliant woman was.

I began attending some of Cynthia’s events, and met over twenty people who had been coached by Cynthia, men and women. Some of these people had had their business for many years, others were getting started,
but all praised Cynthia and described in detail how much she helped each one of them either be more successful or, in certain cases, save their businesses.

I have also personally discussed my own business with Cynthia and found her to be incredibly insightful.
She is the only business coach I would recommend to anyone. She has an incredible amount of experience,
and a personality you can’t help but fall in love with."
PictureGlenda (Douglas) Ouellette, BA, MBA, FCIP Executive Leader | Board Member | Customer Service | Stakeholder Relations | Sales | Strategy


"Cynthia is an experienced executive who coaches her clients to achieve results.
She has a caring and forthright manner.
I met Cynthia a few years ago when she led our WXN Wisdom Peer Mentoring Group.
Cynthia provides clarity on challenging issues and supports you to take action.
I greatly value her advice and insights."

PictureRim N. Slim, P.Eng, MBA Program Manager, Space, MDA-Macdonald Dettwiler

"Cynthia Roney was the coach for our executive women’s peer mentoring group.  She created a safe environment for leaders to share stories and advice. Cynthia leads discussions with warmth and mirth, generous with her time, compassionate in her assessments and effective in setting action plans."

PictureChristie Stephenson Manager of Environmental, Social & Governance Evaluations & Research, NEI Investments

"I first had the privilege of connecting with Cynthia as a participant in a board training program that she was facilitating.
It was clear how enriched the experience was under her guidance and I knew immediately that I would try to find a way
to work with her again. When the opportunity to participate in an executive women’s peer mentoring program she facilitating came up, I signed up immediately knowing it would be time and money well spent because of her.
As anticipated, she created an environment where tough questions got asked as a result of the level of trust and support she fostered among participants. Outside of the formal program she was also unbelievably generous with her time and strategic insights as I sought her counsel on other occasions.
While she has been successful in many areas of her life, being a coach is so clearly who Cynthia is. I wouldn’t pass up any chance to work with her again, nor would I hesitate to recommend her to others. "

PictureMelissa Holland, MBA BC Hydro

"I had the privilege of working Cynthia through an executive women’s mentoring program.  Cynthia is incredibly positive and encouraging while at the same time asking challenging and detailed questions of what do you really
want and what’s holding you back.  Her approach results in focus and an action plan."

PictureMalene Grotrian, Designer & Artist at Malene Grotrian Design Inc.

"This woman goes beyond and above at anything she touched! I am a huge fan of everything Cynthia stands for! Yes that is a bold statement, but she is that great! A mentor in life and business, she had helped me build a career and business filled with values that attract other quality individuals to work on a common project to make life better for one another! Words can't express my gratitude for having her in my life!"

PictureClaudia Wang, CPA, CGA, MBA Director, Finance & Admin SFU-Simon Fraser University

"Cynthia Roney is an amazing business coach and workshop facilitator. It’s a breath of fresh air to work with a coach with significant “real world” experience. She brings diverse experience from sales, business development, Bio-Tech senior executive roles (including being a CEO) and so on. Moreover, Cynthia knows how to challenge you, and bring out what inhibits your growth and progress.  Aside from her coaching work, she also gives back by doing pro-bono work and providing business advice and mentoring sessions to those who reach out to her."

PictureSharon Craver, Director Past Chair, Alzheimer Society of BC

"Cynthia Roney has a way of helping you tap into your potential and pushes you to believe in yourself and recognize your own abilities.  Her extensive business knowledge, coupled with a warm, genuine, and caring approach, makes her an ideal coach.  Every interaction I have with Cynthia leaves me re-charged and focused on achieving my personal goals."

PictureDiane A Ross, Professional Speaker, Author & Facilitator on Difficult Conversations www.DianeARosss.com
"Cynthia Roney is the best business coach I have ever had the pleasure of working with. 
Her no nonsense approach combined with her extensive knowledge and experience in the business world
make her an invaluable asset for any organization. Cynthia is all about results!"

PictureKaren M Knowles, Assistant Treasurer, CitiPower and Powercor
"Cynthia Roney is the real deal. Not only is she intelligent, savvy, gracious, and honest, Cynthia has that rare quality of being fully present with you. The gift of her full attention means that Cynthia takes the time to understand you, care for you, invest in you, and champion you to succeed. She is confident as a coach or mentor in asking great things from you because she has asked them first of herself."

PictureLynn Paus, National Pharmacy Program Manager Pharmasave Drugs
"Wow, Cynthia! What an amazing weekend. I just can’t thank you enough for hosting such an awesome event. It will probably take me a while to process everything I heard, learned, and felt over the past weekend but within 30 minutes of arriving at your beautiful cottage, I knew I’d made the right decision to attend.  Great conversations, good wine, coffee, food —what a talented and fun group of women to play with.

I know in a few years, I’ll look back at this weekend and I’ll recognize that during 48 hours at your cottage in Sudden Valley, the seeds of some significant changes were planted. I’m looking forward to seeing what blossoms. Thanks again, for the invitation and the opportunity to be part of such a powerful weekend retreat. I’m already looking forward to the next one."
PictureJake Hassel-Gren, MBA Program Manager Commercial Banking Associates Program CIBC
"I started to work with Cynthia Roney in late 2011, and I continue to work with her today.
I can honesty say that I have not made a significant career decision without her input since we met.
Cynthia is a brilliant woman and Executive Coach. She understands all aspects of building a successful career;
community investment, personal wellness, relationship building, personal brand and education.
Much of the success I have experienced as a professional woman has been due to Cynthia’s guidance and direction.
She is by far the best and brightest in her field. If are looking to take your life and career to the next level,
Cynthia is the best choice you could make for yourself."

PictureJulia Iriarte Video Producer/ Filmaker www.BellAllianceStudios.com
"Cynthia Roney is an outstanding lady with wonderful energy.   I’ve known her for several years and she has always given me amazing business advice.  She is intelligent, knowledgeable and inspiring—the perfect combination of qualities for a great business coach."

PictureJill Earthy Director, BC & Yukon at Futurpreneur Canada (formerly CYBF)
"Cynthia is a passionate, energetic and strategic coach and facilitator. 
I have had the pleasure of working with Cynthia in a variety of environments.
She has the unique ability to listen and then to add clarity to the points being made so that a group or an individual
can move forward in an efficient and purposeful way."

PictureBarbie Whitworth www.HomesOnTheSunshineCoast.com
"Prior to meeting with Cynthia at Executive Passage I had a general idea of what I wanted to create in a new business model, I had the passion and enthusiasm but lacked the specifics that I needed in order to move forward.   After meeting with Cynthia, in one short session I gained:
                        Clarity of Mind, A Specific Goal, Creation of a timeline, Plan of Action
When spending time with Cynthia Roney her passion, focus and dedication toward her client are clear. 
Cynthia has mastered the art of listening and if you have the will, she has the gift of helping you to see clearly that which is already in front of you.   Are you ready to move forward?  Call Executive Passage and don’t be surprised when you walk out the door to….Ready, Aim – Fire!."
PictureMarilyn Job, CFRE, Associate Director Major Gifts, WaterAid
"When I joined the women’s executive mentoring group in the spring of 2010 in Vancouver, I knew I was going to get the guidance and leadership I needed from Cynthia Roney.  I knew I was also going to meet many new women facing the same workplace challenges.  What I didn’t expect was the ongoing sisterhood of support from all the participants, all nurtured by Cynthia.  I have since relocated back to Ontario but I am sill in contact with most members of the group—thank you Cynthia!."
PictureTeya Klavora Mali, Founder & Owner Homeroom Business Solutions
"I would like to take this opportunity to share with you the impact made in my business by spending 2 hours with Cynthia Roney, Executive and Business Coach with Executive Passage.  I am a highly motivated and business savvy entrepreneur and very rarely meet someone that is able to give me suggestions for my business that I have not already implemented or thought of on my own. One of Cynthia's many strengths is her ability to see where my weaknesses are and she addressed them immediately by giving me homework tasks that will yield positive results in my business. To give you a specific example: Cynthia encouraged me to actively seek customer feedback in preparation to increase my marketing efforts, while at the same time changing by billing process. As a result, I am now implementing annual contracts for my clients, which will help me meet my goal of having an office early next year. At the same time,
I was able to ask my clients for referrals, which they are all more than happy to give me, now that I have asked!
She also encouraged me to revise my mission statement, which I did, and I now have new and exciting marketing materials to give to prospective clients that REALLY reflect the essence of my business. This is just one example of
how Cynthia gives 120% to all her clients. I look forward to every opportunity to refer her services to friends and colleagues.."
Speaker Feedback
including feedback from CANWIT (Canadian Women in Technology)
  • "Great session. Interactive aspect is awesome."
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  • "Thanks for an insightful session. You have given me a plan to help my goals materialize."
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  • "Passion, empathy and experience – a powerful combination"
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  • "Great session to refresh on the basics of success. Enjoyed your story of change!"
  • "Many thanks! Great ideas and fantastic facilitation."
  • "Email me every day you run...seriously."
  • "It’s very helpful to get to know these tips and steps on working towards the goals"
  • "Great inspiration, loved your presentation! Thanks for the “kick in the pants!” Loved your story"
  • "Great examples and sharing. Thank you!"
  • "Thank you for your workshop. It was really helpful for my business. I want to be able to connect with decision makers and now I have a plan to achieve it!"
  • "Great interactive session, very inspiring"
  • "Great session! Very relevant and focused – you are very genuine and sincere."
  • "Credibility – life experiences, sharing of specific situations"