Aneil was hired to help guide, teach, and mentor the COO leadership group during a time of significant change and upheaval throughout the D.C. Bar. As most know, change is always difficult; if not managed correctly, it can and will lead to disaster for any organization. His job was even more challenging as the COO leadership group was not operating as a single,cohesive, trusting unit. Through his effort (frequent onsite meetings, one-on-ones, materials, etc.) the COO leadership group evolved into a true team—cohesive, collaborative, communicative, loyal, open, and respectful. These attributes, sorely lacking prior to Aneil’s mentorship, are both what build trust and also derive from trust. Trust being a cornerstone of his philosophy. This cultural shift and trust building didn’t happen overnight, but regardless the team is now on the frontlines, standing side-by-side, successfully leading and advocating the change effort being undertaken by the company. As for Aneil himself, he is incredibly affable, dedicated, outgoing, funny, charismatic, empathetic, and, most importantly, he’s an expert at what he does. I’d be remiss if I didn’t also mention how thoroughly impressed I was with how he took a personal stake in the success of the team and the company as a whole. You could tell he genuinely wanted the company to succeed even past his contractual engagement. In short, hire him. You won’t regret it.

Based on his book (co-written with his spouse) 'Trust Is Everything, Become The Leader Others Will Follow', Aneil recently facilitated an executive leadership development session for my firm. Combining excellent content with masterful facilitation skills, feedback from the session was excellent! I would recommend Aneil to anyone who holds an undeterred belief, as I do, that organizations can only reach their performance potential when leadership is built solidly on a foundation of trust and respect.