Here are reviews and reaction to Coach4aday abilities and performance.
The NC Sports Hall of Fame Board of Directors needed to identify an Executive Director in a very short window. We turned over all the logistics of that search to Dan Kenney and Coach4aday LLC. He guided us through every step of the process with comprehensive information that led us to finding a dynamic leader. Our board is proud to give him a glowing recommendation.
Rick Webb-President-North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame-December 2024
We had Coach4aday with us in August 2024 and our Six Academic Deans wanted him to deliver his message on leadership to all of our Academic Department Chairs. They also encouraged me to have him interact with them for a second time. Dan is prepared and on both visits has exceeded our expectations.
Dr. Michael Buckles-Provost-McNeese State University-December 2024
Dan, we wanted to take a moment to share that your workshop for our UNCP BRAVES Leader Certificate Program inaugural cohort was enlightening, encouraging, and empowering. We have received many accolades and positive feedback since your sessions. One participant stated, “I loved this presentation, even though it pushed me out of my comfort zone…” and another shared, “I’m tapping into incremental changes.” Your sessions were not only informative but offered immediate practical application to our leaders.
Angela Revels-Assistant Vice Chancellor, Human Resources-UNC Pembroke-September 2024
Dr. Nicolette Campos-Employee Relations & Workforce Development-UNC Pembroke-September 2024
We needed to find a dynamic leader to serve as our Director of Athletics at Chadron State College (NCAA Division II). We turned to Coach4aday to lead our search. Dan’s attention to detail and communication skills resonated with our large search committee. He brought us a list of highly qualified that allowed us to make a choice between better and best. He overdelivered on what we expected.
Dr. Ron Patterson-President-Chadron State College (NE)-August 2024
We brought Coach4aday to McNeese State University to work with our Deans in the Academic Affairs Division. His presentation over the course of entire day was fantastic and provided each of us practical ways we could expand our abilities as leaders. We loved it so much he is coming back in December 2024.
Dr. Michael Buckles-Interim Provost-McNeese State University-August 2024
Coach4aday LLC in the span of 8 months conducted two successful searches on behalf of Texas A&M Texarkana. The latest one was to locate our next Assistant Vice-President of Student Life. Dan continues to amaze our campus with the depth of candidates he brings us to consider.
Dr Melinda Arnold-Provost-Texas A&M Texarkana-July 2024
When I need to find a dynamic leader for our senior leadership team at the University of North Alabama I trust and turn to Coach4aday LLC. We did that in 2024 when we needed to find a Provost -Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs.
Dr Ken Kitts-President-University of North Alabama-June 2024
Coach4aday presentations provided great topics for our Professional Development track at our annual 2024 NC ACCBO conference. He was great at engaging our attendees and everyone was able to take away something very valuable from his inspiring words to start with small habits that will ultimately make the big changes in our professional and personal lives!
Sally Carr-Grants and Special Projects Accountant-Robeson Community College-April 2024
Dan superbly managed and led our search for the Executive Director of Admissions and Recruitment, a vitally important role for enrollment growth at Texas A&M University-Texarkana. His approach, methodology, engagement, and support were integral in recruiting a number of qualified candidates. In fact, all four of the finalists—including the chosen candidate—were all proactively engaged and directly recruited by Dan. Simply, without him, our search would not have been successful. I highly recommend Dan for any higher education search.
Dr. Ross Alexander-President of Texas A&M University-December 2023
We wanted to elevate our leadership team on what it means to be a great mentor. In addition, we wanted them to be exposed to concepts and principles that define professionalism. Having Dan Kenney spend half of day with all of our directors and assistant directors did just that.
Kellie Blue-County Manager-Robeson County Administration (NC)-November 2023
We were very pleased with the support we received from Dan Kenney in the successful search for the Executive Director of Career Services. Coach4aday LLC helped guide and coach our search process with his targeted recruitment, outreach and screening. We felt very comfortable by the time we reached the offer stage with our top candidate.
Dr. Jeff Howard-Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs-UNC Pembroke-April 2023
“Coach4aday LLC assistance and inclusion in the Town of Pembroke search for a new Parks and Recreation Director yielded immediate impact, both in the screening of potential candidates and in offering wisdom as it relates to good process. We are extremely grateful to Coach Dan Kenney for lending his expertise and are certain the recruitment process was impacted for the better due to his involvement.”
Tyler Thomas Town Manager-Pembroke NC-March 2023
Detailed, organized, connected, and attention to detail from Coach4aday had the University of North Alabama find a talented Head Football Coach to lead our NCAA Division I university. This all took place in a compact 4-week period of time with Dan Kenney interacting with candidates around the clock. He is the go-to-leader for our university when we need to secure talent.
Dr. Josh Looney Director of Athletics University of North Alabama December 2022
Our Rotary Club was enthralled with the presentation Dan Kenney did on the power and importance of habits to personal and professional productivity. He was the best speaker of the entire year for our organization.
James Martin-Retired Cumberland County (NC) Manager-Lumberton Rotary Club-November 2022
Dan Kenney has the delivery and expertise to remind collegiate administrators and coaches what is important in making an impact on others. He covered fantastic leadership gems at our fall department staff meeting. Get him in front of your team.
Dick Christy-Director of Athletics-UNC Pembroke-October 2022
What a keynote speaker Coach4aday was for our 2022 Dixie Youth World Series. He had the ability to relate to an audience of young children, their parents, and families. He is outstanding.
Carey Wrenn-State Director for North Carolina-Dixie Youth Baseball-August 2022
When I need to find a dynamic leader for our senior leadership team at the University of North Alabama I trust and turn to Coach4aday LLC. That was the case at the end of the 2022 spring semester when we needed to replace a retiring Vice-President for Student Affairs. Dan Kenney brought to UNA a deep list of fantastic higher education leaders and we eventually selected Dr. KC White. Dan understands that recruitment of talent requires not only understanding the university but connecting with the candidates. He is unique and talented in both of those competencies.
Dr Ken Kitts-President University of North Alabama-July 2022
Coach4aday’s insight, experience, coordination, planning, and candidate vetting was integral to the success of the Director of Athletics search at the University of North Alabama. Dan not only undertook much of the “labor” of the search, but he also professionally and methodically recruited, vetted, and screened qualified candidates. Our pool would not have been nearly as deep without his vision, efforts, and leadership. At every stage of the process–from writing the job description through choosing the successful candidate–Dan was present, helpful, knowledgeable, and innovative. He was incredibly valuable to the committee, the university, and me personally. I highly recommend Dan, Mira, and his firm Coach4aday LLC. We will use them again!
Dr. Ross Alexander, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs-University of North Alabama-July 2021
The remote Coach4aday presentation and message was not only relevant but motivating for our District NC Farm Bureau Leadership Team.
Hugh House-District Sales Manager-NC Farm Bureau-February 2021
Dan Kenney made quite the impression on our Johnston County Government Leadership Team.
Rick Hester-County Manager Johnston County NC-January 2021
I cannot thank Coach4aday LLC and Dan Kenney enough for their assistance with our search to find a Head Basketball Coach.
Dick Christy-Director of Athletics-UNC Pembroke-March 2020
Dan, thanks for coming to Winston-Salem to do the leadership presentation for the Twin City Kiwanis Club. I am still getting compliments about your content and delivery.
Jeff Neelon-Owner ARCpointLabs-Twin City Kiwanis Club-February 2020
At our staff retreat in August 2019 Dan Kenney provided my team at Radford University with two hours of personalized encouragement. His presentation was enthuiastic, funny at times, and engaging. I believe everyone connected with Dan because of his ability to utilize realistic examples.
Wendy Lowery -Vice President for Advancement-Radford University (VA)-August 2019
We needed a speaker to help our department connect the dots on engaging students beyond the classroom and providing meaningful and impactful experiences. Dan Kenney was insightful, passionate and on-target for us. He articulated the Why, How and What of the Big Picture and how we can develop a healthy, organizational culture to meet our mission and vision. His presentations are referenced on a regular basis in our department.
Jim Herlihy-Director of Athletics-University of South Carolina at Aiken-December 2019
We have had Coach4aday speak twice at Southeastern Health. He approaches his target audience with a personal connection that makes his message stick.
Bonnie C Biggs-Coordinator Southeastern Health Rewards Program-November 2019
I am constantly looking for outside speakers to bring to the Athletic Department at Francis Marion University. Coach4aday is one of the top speakers we have ever had at FMU. His enthuiasism for the material he presents, his willingness to customize his program for the audience he is presenting to, and how he actively engaged our team were all points that stand out.
Murray Hartzler-Director of Athletics Francis Marion University -September 2019
I strongly recommend that any organization, regardless of size or industry, should seriously
consider inviting Dan Kenney to share his expertise in leadership, team-building, and
administration with them. If your organization desires status quo and complacency, Dan Kenney
is not the speaker or presenter you want. But if you want to get better today, then reach out to
Dan!
Jud Damon-Director of Athletics –Flagler College August 2019
I worked alongside Dan Kenney for four years while he served as Chief of Staff at UNC Pembroke and I was Provost. Dan is a leader who knows how to get teams and groups to focus on common goals. He is an outstanding communicator.
Dr. Ken Kitts-President University of North Alabama-July 2019
Coach4aday delivered a fantastic two hour presentation to our senior leadership and athletic department. He was prepared and on point. He has a great message that reminds all of us of the important fundamentals of leadership.
Wendell Staton -Georgia College State University- Director of Athletics -August 2018
United Way of Robeson County was thrilled to have Dan Kenney be our Keynote Speaker for our Annual Meeting. He brought to life the importance of being a real life hero in our communities. He was the most dynamic and enthusiastic speaker we have had.
Latricia Freeman-former Executive Director United Way of Robeson County-March 2019
Dan Kenney delivered the finest eulogy I have heard.
Reverend Monsignor Edward C. Puelo-St. Elizabeth’s Church -Far Hills NJ-May 2019
Dan Kenney held numerous positions at UNC Pembroke and they’ve all had one thing in common. They’ve centered around Dan knowing his why or purpose in life. His why is to coach. Yes, there is coaching on the court as he did early in his career. But there is also coaching in the classroom, coaching other staff, coaching other coaches and faculty. Everyone needs a coach. … everyone needs a Dan Kenney. I’m glad he was my coach my first three years as Chancellor.
Chancellor Robin Cummings-UNC Pembroke –March 2018
Our staff absolutely loved the content of the message and the enthuiastic delivery that Coach4aday brought to Erksine College
Mark Peeler Director of Athletics Erskine College August 2019
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