“These practices are reviewed by John Winter in his affidavit. He is a certified management consultant and a professional land economist with 17 years of experience providing consulting services in the fields of shopping centre feasibility, development and merchandising, commercial and industrial market analysis and economic impact assessment. His evidence is not controverted and I accept him as an independent and expert deponent.”
Henry J., Ontario Supreme Court
“I wanted to formally express to you, your staff and associates, appreciation for a professional job well done. We have received substantial feedback on the high quality of the study and the positive controversy generated by your recommendations has become the catalyst for a community self-examination process which unquestionably will result in a new commercial order for the City.”
Planner, City of Thunder Bay
(see also editorial)
“On behalf of my client, I wish to thank you for the substantial contributions that you have made towards the formulation and presentation of the City’s case. Your reports were of high quality and contributed significantly to the decision by { } Plaza to withdraw from this hearing.”
“The study, funded by the City and private sources will be conducted by John Winter Associates of Toronto … John Winter is a member of the Downtown Business Association in Toronto”, Jokinen said.
“He is not just a consultant, he’s a hands-on person.”
“Several other professionals on staff and within the local consultant community have indicated to me that your study is one, if not the clearest, most readable consultant reports they have ever read … I have circulated your report … to my staff as an example of an extremely well written and formatted report.”
Commissioner of Planning, City
of Waterloo
“Thank you for seeing to this project so quickly … Thank you for your very quick and excellent work in regard to this matter.”
Long Range Planner, Town of Oakville
“Your $5,000 letter of opinion increased the value of my property by a million dollars.”
Mississauga Developer
“Your fabulous presentation.”
“... one of the best, if not the best retail analyst in Canada (Toronto's John Winter).”
Historic Ottawa Development
Inc.
“John Winter's article on the Future of Retailing and the demographics of Canada was one of the most articulate I've seen.”
“You were a hit with those who heard your presentation. It was a dynamic, up-to-date and very presentable way to let us know more about the retail revolution.”
Canadian Real Estate Association
“... a most enjoyable presentation ... your easy-going, carefree attitude provided a very relaxed atmosphere and your humour and wit did likewise.”
“He looks more like one of the Sun's Sunshine Boys.”
“Very enjoyable seminar, gained much insight” “Let’s have more
speakers of this quality” “This speaker provided good advice”
“Very hands-on presentation - handout very helpful” “Very good speaker,
encourages you”. “A great seminar. John Winter spoke with clarity
and dedication” “Very enjoyable seminar” “hand outs very useful”
“He knows his stuff!” “Very informative” “He demonstrated that
everyday things can be done differently” “Very entertaining.
Good information”.
“Very well done! John Winter is a great speaker!” “Excellent
handout!” “Knowledgeable speaker” “This was a very worthwhile
venture” “Entertaining and informative” “Excellent audience
participation techniques” “Excellent program overall” “Excellent
use of visuals!” “Very helpful for my small retail business” “Good
information for anyone opening a small business”.
Seminar feedback