“David is a shapeshifter, a magician (literally and figuratively), and a deep, intuitive, generous soul. There is nothing small or shallow about him. He communicates directly with the best of our humanity and the most expansive of our inner impulses. I’ve observed him leading groups and come away with new ideas that were permanent changes in my perspective. You can trust him.”
— Rosanne Cash, Singer Songwriter & Author
“Organizational consultants are many, organizational magicians few — and David Baum is one. His magic brings people and organizations into alignment with their true purpose and allows best performance to flow naturally — as if by magic.”
— William Ury, International Mediator and Author of "Getting to Yes"
“David has a magical ability to move conversations forward with coaching, loving and kind attention to each voice, and making each perspective and individual deeply heard.”
— Zainab Salbi, author, humanitarian, and co-founder of Women for Women International, Daughters for Earth, and FindCenter
“David is exceptional. He has an intuitive understanding of human nature, which inspires great confidence and trust. This enables him to get to the bottom of the interpersonal problems that so often hinder the smooth functioning of an organization. He is thoughtful and sensitive, clear thinking, and his direct and honest advice helps make strategic plans for the way ahead. David has become both confidant and friend. ”
— Jane Goodall, Environmentalist
“David’s work was a spectacular success, beyond anything we could have hoped for. He has a unique ability to get everybody involved and feel heard. And he made the whole process easy, fun and very productive.”
— Diana Taylor, Chair, New York City Ballet
“That guy’s got the stuff to him. I could tell.”
— Jim Harrison, Author of "Legends of the Fall"
“We were so fortunate to work with you, as I continue to learn from one of the masters.”
— Jerry White, Co-Recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize
“He’s a lighthouse of a human.”
— Colleen Clark, Director of Optimistic People at Life is Good
“David is a master in making groups feel engaged and energized. He quickly and beautifully builds trust, connection and unified purpose. A true magician!”
— Lord Rumi Verjee, House of Lords, Philanthropist
“For many years David has done amazing work for us. He is one of a kind, with an approach that truly delivers message and heart.”
— Michael McCain, CEO of Maple Leaf Foods
“He doesn’t teach you what to think. He helps you figure out how to think.”
— Nancy Aossey, President of International Medical Corps
“Wise and direct, David has been a guide in so many ways. Listen to what he tells you.”
— William Oullin, Former Chairman of Barclays Private Bank
“An invaluable mentor over many years. We couldn’t have done it without him.”
— Craig Kielburger, Co-Founder of WE
“The guy is the best I’ve seen. Funny, smart and passionate.”
— Jeff Jasnoff, SVP of Human Resources for Kindred Health Systems
“Whenever I reach a crossroad and I’m feeling uncertain of the best path, I call David. Through caring, trusting and insightful conversations, David helps me explore who I am, what I want my purpose to be and how my choices can reinforce my values. David helps me find moments of simplicity and clarity, which have been some of the most important revelations of my life.”
— Jonathan Coslet, Chief Investment Officer of TPG
“A fantastic speaker, our people loved him.”
— Peter Nordblom, President and CEO of Nordblom Company
“Working with David was my highlight of 2017.”
— Daniel Wolfson, COO of the American Board of Internal Medicine Foundation
