Testimonials by Clients & Colleagues

“Evonne worked closely with our CME coordinator to develop a presentation for medical staff on workplace diversity...her style is engaging, interactive and nonthreatening … extremely flexible & adapted to our needs.” Pamela Roberts, CPMSM, Dr., Medical Staff Svcs., Providence St. Peter Hospital, Olympia, Wa.

“… one of the finest trainers I have ever come in contact with in my 33 years (of work) in education.” Dr. Darrel Lang, Kansas Dept. of Education

“Dr. Hedgepeth is about serving the client… a good listener who works to understand (learner) needs…” Terry Barber, Director of Professional Development, Association of Washington School Principals.

“Evonne politely but persistently pushed us to higher levels of awareness.” William Smith, Colleague, Open High School, Richmond, Va.

“Provided a safe and open forum for all participants … well-prepared and able to draw all attendees into the discussion.” Charles Benjamin, Executive Dir., North Sound Regional Svcs. Network, Mount Vernon, Wa.

“One of the most thought-provoking teachers I have ever known . . . presents a very professional, yet very human image.” Dr. Barbara Fuhrman, Dean of Education, Louisiana State University

“Superb educator we have repeatedly used to assist our staff in pinpointing causes of and cures for workplace prejudice.” Greg Devereux, Dir., Wa. Federation of State Employees

I’ve never attended any training that was so thought-provoking, enlightening and handled with such sensitivity.” Jim LaCour, Director, Human Resources, The Evergreen State College, Olympia, WA

“I highly recommend this training... We are bringing it to Michigan for our trainers this year.” Marty Doring, Coord., Health and Drug Education, Bay City, MI

“Your leaving is a loss for the College— especially your students.” Provost, The Evergreen State College

“Wonderful presentation… respectful approach made important information accessible, clear and wonderfully constructed... made complex theory clear and applicable to our work and culture… stimulating, timely and scholarly presentation that offered helpful new perspnective to bring back to our agencies.” Michael McGee, Dir. Education, Planned Parenthood Federation of America, New York City

“… able to delineate issues clearly, provide precise, clear material on a crisp timeline, … kept everyone at ease in a respectful and thoughtful atmosphere. Highly recommend her work.” Rhea Miller, County Commissioner, San Juan Islands, WA

“We consider you the one who got away.” Academic Dean, The Evergreen State College

“… brings important perspectives and awareness to our understanding… very effective at presenting sensitive topics with the right balance of education and compassion…very capable in working with a variety of population groups.” Eddie Rodriguez, Dir., Access and Opportunity, Wa. St. Department of Social and Health Services

"Evonne did an excellent job on our TOWNMEETING program. It’s never easy to voice your opinions when some of the people in attendance disagree completely with your point of view. But you handled opposing views superbly and always remained focused on clearing up misconceptions. That’s no small achievement under the glare of television lights and in front of 700 people."
Doug Tolmie, Senior Producer, KOMO Television, Seattle Washington

"Evonne, there has been a landslide of great comments regarding the (article you wrote). Many of the school nurses kind of ‘coo’ when your name is mentioned. Thank you all over again for a contribution appreciated by so many!"
Diana Johnson, Editor, HIV/AIDS Educator, Thurston County Health Department