Windhaus Associate Business Plan Client Testimonials

Business and marketing plan clients, associates and readers recommend our consulting services and journalism assignments.

"This kind of consulting is dangerous waters, because there are a lot of sharks. Stephen isn't one of them. He's an excellent example of the right kind of consulting."

"He always put forth extra effort in the assignment given to him and managed to meet each deadline with high quality work."

All testimonials on this page are provided with the permission of the individuals quoted.

"I've worked with Stephen for more than 10 years now, as a colleague in the ask-the-experts group at www.bplans.com, and as a trusted and valued ally with Palo Alto Software in the business of good business planning. In our case it's software. In Stephen's case it is business planning and consulting. He knows this area extremely well. He's reliable, trustworthy, and very good at what he does. This kind of consulting is dangerous waters, because there are a lot of sharks. Stephen isn't one of them. He's an excellent example of the right kind of consulting."

Tim Berry, Founder and President of Palo Alto Software

"Choosing Windhaus Associates to write our 'dot-com' business plan was more than a great business decision, what it became was an inspiration.' 'Not only was the task fulfilled to a standard higher than I could have ever expected, the communication was constant, and the translation from visions to verbs was flawless.' 'By working with Windhaus, one not only hires a professional business planning firm, but a teammate, a motivator, and an impeccable organizer.' You can not find a better value anywhere."

Charles & Debbie Turbiville, Wazala.com, LLC/Business Plan Client

"He always put forth extra effort in the assignment given to him and managed to meet each deadline with high quality work. I just want you to know that he did a terrific job. I really appreciate being the one who benefits this time. It was a pleasure to work with Stephen."

Sudhir Patel, Sudeco SBR, Inc./Business Plan Client

"I subscribe to the Corporate Bee at MyBusiness.com and I'm always impressed by the quality of the information presented. Your piece on 'Domain Names and Trademarks' was EXCEPTIONAL."

Daniel Weinstein, Graphics Plus

"Stephen utilized an extremely analytical process through which he re-focused and greatly improved our business plan. His feedback and advice were on point and the services rendered were extremely professional. The resulting plan was vastly improved and we'd readily recommend others to engage his services."

Ralph Falkenburg, Klatu Inc./Business Plan Client

"As an inventor and developer of a new product for the Internet and Automotive Industries, I remain impressed with the maximum patience demonstrated by Windhaus Associates. The staff was very supportive and provided more guidance, hand-holding and expertise than I ever expected."

GA Mack, DVR, Inc./Business Plan Client

"We learned not only how a professional worries about preparing the appropriate written material, but about how his spirit makes others feel the empathy that you have and so easily transmit it to all of us. I want to congratulate you for that special skill and personal charm that create a positive attitude among (workshop) participants, eliciting the learning process."

Nelson Merchan, St. Lucie County, Florida Chamber of Commerce, Florida

"When we relocated our company from Canada to the USA we needed a solid business plan that could withstand the scrutiny of the INS. It was an integral part of our visa application, and our Immigration attorney based the bulk of his petition letter on Steve's comprehensive work. INS approved our applications in 5 days, surprising even our attorney. Although initiating the plan for the purpose of immigrating, Steve and Ndaba's detailed analysis forced us to take an honest look at our business from all angles to ensure that what we were planning was based on sound financial principals."

Mark Brooker, CancunAllInclusive.com/Business Plan Client

"Steve has all of the attributes of a teacher, motivator and counselor that could be expected in today's world. He motivated the entire group to work as a team and to produce individual business plans that were not just documents to place on the shelf and say 'I'm glad it is finished'. Instead it was a document that had life and is used regularly in my business today."

Jim Hix, JefPhoto/Business Plan Student

"I wanted to say THANK YOU for your quality and professional service. Also, your ability to adapt and create within a time limit is appreciated."

Marc Heller, Airtel Wireless, LLC/Business Plan Client

"Thank you for your advise! I have recently started to do that and intend to network more. I am surrounded by possible 'angels', live near two TV stations, Walt Disney, Nickelodeon, Warner Brothers... I just need to hang out more. Thanks, you sound like a wise man!"

SylviAnn Murray, Palo Alto Software Expert Panel Inquirer

"I came to you with the almost impossible task to complete GST's business plan in just 72 hours and you did it. Thanks again for the great job!"

Dennis Brunin, GlobalSecurityTrading.com/Business Plan Client

"This answer is outstanding. Thank you kindly for your time and input. I am young and although looking to learn and start what I believe should be a non-profit endeavor, I still prefer to explore all the options without assuming I have them all."

Elizabeth M. Selig, Palo Alto Software Expert Panel Inquirer

".....helped put together an early business plan for our startup company, which contributed greatly to our early funding efforts."

Tom Deerfield, IT Global Sources/Business Plan Client

"The business plan is essential in getting my new company up and going. I could not have got started without it."

Bill Bass, Bill Bass Construction/Business Plan Client

"I gained the knowledge and confidence to start my own company."

Doris Logan, EAP of South Florida/Business Plan Student

"I shared your article yesterday via email with over 200 sales reps nationally for Staff Leasing. I have gotten many positive responses and it has been very appreciated for it's concise outline and information."

Eric Arnold, Sr. Business Consultant, Staff Leasing/Bankrate Small Biz Q&A Reader

"I just wanted to thank you for such a thorough and correct answer to this question. I staff the Western Regional office for a state agency that certifies minority and women-owned businesses for state contracting. I get this question all the time from people who want advice on how to "set up" a woman or minority business. It is nice to see that there are others giving people the information they need so that we can eliminate 'front' companies."

Bankrate Small Biz Q&A Reader

"Stephen was very professional and thorough in his review of my business plan. With his help and feedback, I was able to create a very successful and professional start-up business plan."

Jim King, Illinois/Business Plan Review Client

"Thank you. You are very thorough and grounded. You really looked at all angles. I'm impressed at how well you (heard) what I said."

Palo Alto Software Expert Panel Inquirer

"I want to thank you for your straightforward answers regarding grants or (free money). We are constantly put in the role of playing bad guy, informing clients there basically is no free lunch unless they can meet a very specialized role. However most of these clients, like your home billing business person, are very small businesses. I am the Director of a Small Business Development Center...and spend lots of time explaining the realities of financing to people who hear lots about this topic. Thanks for the good job you are doing."

Carole Enmark, San Diego County/Bankrate Small Biz Q&A Reader