Matt is such a great person to work with! He is honest and direct, easy to talk to and really knows his stuff. Matt is genuinely curious and caring about other human beings and that is part of what makes him such a great advisor.” Leslie Degen
“I have known Matt for a number of years. I know that he shows up, steps up and is dedicated to serving others. He is someone you can call upon, rely on and count on. Matt is a difference maker, a mover and shaker, a trusted colleague. Oh yeah, and you can find him at Starbucks if you need to chat! Thanks for all you do Matt!” Patricia Currie
“Matt is one of the most enthusiastic people I have ever met. He always has a smile and are friendly attitude. He is well respected within his business community as someone who is honest and trustworthy. Although Matt and I have never worked together, he is very focused on his position with Sun Life Financial and his clients.” Karen Caldwell
“I have known Matt for a number of years and have always found to be very personable, honest and to have a very dedicated work ethic. He is definitely people person with an outgoing and very dynamic personality, along with being family-oriented person with a strong sense of responsibility and professionalism. I would have no hesitation to recommending Matt Whitman as a business associate.” Pat Bowes
“Matt Whitman is a highly strategic (reverse) networker who is always interested in you, your business and your cause. I offer my strong recommendation of, not only his work ethics, but his way of living what he practices every day and setting an example for others through his actions. He is a hard working and dedicated individual with strong morals and values and you can trust that he has your best interest in hand whether through his financial and insurance advisement or his work with many charitable causes and organizations.” JENNIFER BROWN
“When I began working with Matt at AT&T Canada it became immediately apparent that he was a dedicated individual. With a focus on “getting it done right” I remember Matt always bringing his positive energy and enthusiasm into his work and his personal life. As a successful team member and leader it is clear to me that Matt possesses and is guided by his tremendous faith which accompanies him in all that he does. It is a personal and professional pleasure to know Matt and to have worked with him. I would recommend Matt in virtually any capacity he might seek.” Jim Ivey
“I have known Matt for a few years, from my own perspective as well as through colleagues. Matt is great!” Gwen Atkinson
“Matt’s lifestyle exemplifies the essence of “The Golden Rule” – to treat others as you would like to be treated! He has embraced this universal morality the same way he conducts business. His “Reverse Networking” can be interpreted as “The Golden Rule of Networking” – to promote others as you would like to be promoted”.” Lawrence Englehart
“Matt is a very giving and caring person. He has done so much good for so many people. He is always looking for ways to connect people and help them succeed. He is always giving back to the community and trying to make a difference. I have worked on several projects with Matt and he has fantastic work ethics. You can always count on him to step up to the plate. Matt is a great friend and an asset to the business community in Halifax..” Nikki Jafari
“What is there to say about Halifax’s “King of Networking”! Matt is a great connector and here at Dalhousie he has participated in some of our recruitment events to not only look for new talent, but he has also always been happy to provide advice to our School of Business Administration students.” Robert Wooden
“Matt is a kind hearted man. And the days in china with him is very happy. He knows a lot of skills about sales and marketing. I learn a lot of from him.” William Zeng
“Matt may be the most connected person I’ve ever met, literally and figuratively. He not only knows just about everyone he sees at business networking events, he knows details about them that demonstrate he takes a real interest in who they are and what they do – personally as well as professionally. Matt has introduced me to people who have provided business for me, and has been one of the best clients a communications professional could hope to work for because he is clear, concise and helpful in terms of direction. I only wish I had half of his energy and connections.” Mark Campbell
“I am in the business of connecting with people, finding their needs and helping them to solve their problems. I thought I was pretty good at connecting… until I met Matt! This man is a genius when it comes to knowing how to network and how to connect with people. If he can’t help you personally, he definitely knows someone who can and he makes the call. Matt is very person centered and genuine… he is the real deal. That’s probably why he is so good at it. Like the article says, Matt is the “Crown Prince” of networking.” Paul Kearley
“Matt is a very knowledgeable & experienced in Sales. Matt is professional in his approach and tactics; even with dealing in competitive situations. One thing about Matt; he knows just about everyone in HRM; and it has always been a pleasure to work with him.” Steven Bronken
“Matt Whitman is the best connector I know. If you need to meet someone or find someone to assist you…call Matt. I give Matt my highest recommendation! Lana Larder
“I met Matt Whitman at my very first networking event ever. I was nervous and not comfortable in the large crowd of strangers. Matt saw my new face in the crowd, introduced himself and introduced me to others. He made me feel welcome and more comfortable in an unfamiliar environment. I continue to network to this day and enjoy it much more. I recently listened to Matt speak about “Reverse Networking”. Matt did a great job speaking and answering questions. I learned a lot that day from Matt about a new and more productive way to network. I can’t wait to try it out! Thanks Matt!” Amy Grady
“Matt Whitman is a powerful communicator with an strong ability to create legitimate instant rapport with perfect strangers and new colleagues. I have witnessed this on multiple occasions and this is a skill I admire not only in Businesses but in the daily function and quality of life. Matt is self directed and would find himself in the center of the crowd leading as opposed to on the side lines waiting for instructions.” John Kenny
“Matt is an exceptional individual with outstanding people skills. Matt brings excitement and energy to everything he touches. He has an incredible work ethic and is a dedicated community volunteer – we are lucky to have him, as would any company.” Brad Jacobs
“Matt Whitman is an enthusiastic networker. He is growing into the type of networker who is more interested in how you benefit from the experience and relationship than how he does. His mission is to do good for others and other organizations…and that is truly what makes him unique. Matt is the type of guy who you immediately like and his energy is infectious.” David Tonen
“Matt is a hard working and very personable. If it needs to get done Matt is the man for the job. Honesty and integrity are at the center of his character. Matt has a “do to others” as you would like done to you attitude. I know Matt to be sincere and interested in relationships built on trust.” Douglas Duncan
“Matt Whitman is a dedicated and driven professional whose enthusiasm is contagious. Matt has worked tirelessly for those who are less fortunate. He strives to make Halifax a better place for all people and ensure that business thrives. Matt has been written up in local business magazines and has been recognized within the business community. Matt’s specialty is his ability to be connected within the community and to be on top of what is happening within our buisness environment. It is always a pleasure to work with such a dedicated and talented professional.” Cynthia McCutcheon
“Matt is an inspired leader. His enthusiasm and dedication to charitable causes have been inspiration to me. Matt leadership is inclusive, positive and motivating.” Jeff Doyle
“Matt is a very diligent at watching the bottom line for a company. A stand up man, the best of integrity with a flair for conveying what his objectives are and a top man for the job.” Christopher Cavell
“Matt is full of great ideas to help grow a business. He is also a guy who is putting his enthusiasm behind his ideas to help other succeed. He is a delight to deal with and pleasure to do business with.” Randy Ansems
“Matt is one of the most connected persons I know. He is a master networker and would be an asset to any company in a sales and marketing role.” Mario DeMello
“Matt is one of those unique people who has ability to move others to action.” Darrell Cottam
“Matt is a great leader in the Halifax business community. He tirelessly seeks to bring people together for the greater good of all. Driven by principle and purpose, Matt seeks simply to put his faith into action and practically care about people. As proof of his character, he has founded and organized HFXLunch. This group is dedicated to “reverse networking”, doing good for others before themselves and giving back by supporting the work of the Ark outreach for homeless youth. I highly recommend Matt Whitman.” Peter Church
“I can say without any doubt when Matt touches any project, it’s a great success. Matt is professional, extremely caring, and a pleasure to work with. Plus, he’s a great connector of people and business.” Lynn Bruyère
“Matt is the guy you want in your camp when the chips are down and the selling is hardest. He never quits, he is always in tune with the one, or two things that will hit home with prospects. He is the hardest working and most positive-thinking salesman I have ever worked with. Nothing stops this man, you really have to see him in action to believe it. There is not one rock, stone, or pebble that Matt has not turned over to check for an opportunity.” Charles Casey
“Matt has a work ethic and energy second to none. He is results oriented and develops strong and long lasting business relationships with his internal and external customers. Matt is a strong communicator and presenter. I recommend Matt to all organization looking to penetrate any marketplace.” Bernard Kuhn
“Matt is one of the most energetic and driven individuals I have ever met. I worked with Matt at Group Telecom and his drive and determination were not only contagious but made him a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend Matt, and feel that he would be a wonderful addition to any organization.” Stefanie MacDonald
“I’ve known Matt for 20+ years. Matt spent 5 years as our Thompson’s rep and I can honestly say I have never met anyone with a greater dedication to customer service. Aside from being a networking guru he is a dedicated family man. I am pleased to be able to recommend Matt Whitman to anyone looking for a specialist is networking and customer service.” John McKiggan
I met Matt for the first time while at Starbucks. I was there for a meeting.
Matt came up to me, introduced himself and handed me his business card.
I then went home, googled Matt Whitman and found all of this great information about reverse networking. Ironically enough, I had just lost my job at the time.
Matt then took the time to meet with me, provide some job searching tips and networking ideas. He was my first contact.
Matt has this talent for connecting with people. His ideas have helped me both personally and professionally. I’m happy to be connected to Matt!
I was referred to Matt by a former colleague who encouraged me to meet with Matt to help me expand my networking contacts, as part of my career transition activity. Matt’s response to meet was terrific and our meeting , at his virtual office in Starbucks, was impactfull ! Within seconds he connected me with the person he was last meeting with , I was his 6th face to face meeting that day and two potential employers….and it was only 2:00pm !! Matt has since presented his Reverse Networking strategy to a networking group I’m connected with. He engaged the “sold out” room with his enspiring , compelling successfull strategies……. 6 key points…. which focus on Attitude shift, being Relevant, Consistent, Accessible, create deeper Relationships often (the why we network) and the key ….take Action …”Pay it Forward” ! Thanks Matt !!
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