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Russell is an inspiring industry expert with a vast understanding of both technical and marketing perspectives. A decade after working with Russell he is still my "go to person" for inside information in the IT world. I wish Russell great success with IT central Station and find it to be a great source of up to date information.

Russell added enormous value to my company. He helped us close significant business with his ROI approach and he led us to become a leader in Gartner's magic quadrant report. I am impressed by Russell's contributions and hope he can work for me again soon

Russell has an amazing ability to take data and synthesize it into a compelling story. I underestimated his talent in writing and blogging, until I had to do it myself. He makes it look effortless and delivers high volume and quality. His demeanor with the other execs, media and analysts was always calm, inviting and methodical. He's a brilliant strategist and communicator. For any startup, he's a get a done type of person and knows what needs to be created to drive the business.

Russell is a results oriented marketing executive. His leadership has vastly contributed to OpTier's market position and company growth. Russell is analytic, highly articulate and creative. Will enjoy working with him again at any future venture.

Russell is a consummate professional, knows how to deliver the goods, and is a true pleasure to work with. Highly recommended!

Russell has been a major contributor in both strategy and execution. He delivers big results, for example securing OpTier as a "Leader" in Gartner's magic quadrant report, and helping us close multi-million dollar deals with his innovative business value ROI program. These two achievements alone have delivered enormous top line value to the company. I enthusiastically recommend Russell.

Russell did an amazing job of providing Sales with product definition, market analysis and talking points. He will be missed here at OPNET!

To make long story short...
I will be very happy to co-found my next company with Russell.
It is rare to find such a person with a mix of business talent, technical talent and great interpersonal relations.
Starting a company is a challenge.
Russell managed to make it much easier while keeping us focused all the time.

Russell was crucial in the favorable market positioning of Open Sesame! with press, analysts, partners and investors. Russell's enthusiasm, drive, project management and team building skills helped our operations meet the tight deadlines. Russell had my utmost trust as I could always count on his judgment and execution. I highly recommend in having Russell on your boat whatever your journey is.

Russell worked for me from Israel when I was Chief Marketing Officer in the US Office of a software company. Russell is an excellent strategist and people manager. He is well connected with the VC and technology community in Israel.