What Our Clients are Saying…

“When we engaged Christine Spray to provide leadership and strategic expertise to support the development of our Strategic Plan, we had very high expectations. She has exceeded every one of her commitments and has made a significant impact to our strategic plan, business results and company culture.The revenue and profitably of our core business units are at record levels and our 5-year business plan is in full swing. We have been able to partner with Christine and her extensive business network to develop an external “Advisory Board” to discuss and debate the next level of our Business Plan. The results of these sessions have been instrumental in gaining insight and understanding from a group of diverse business women and men.Christine works 1-on-1 with our “Highest Potential” employees to create Individual Development Plans that provides keen insight into opportunities and motivation to optimize their performance. If you are a business leader that has a desire and passion to increase revenue, optimize Operating Margin and enhance your employee’s experience, then I recommend you call Christine Spray today!”

-Rick Van Pelt, President

Lasco Enterprises

“Christine brings to the table the true value of a trusted adviser. Her vast knowledge of business planning, marketing and relationship development alone are remarkable. Christine’s insight and understanding of the individual business owner and the company as a whole is unparalleled. Above all, Christine cares about her clients and associates. Her attention to details, her concern for her associates and her commitment to her principles, makes her my most trusted adviser and friend.”

-Holly Hubbard, President & CEO

Pioneer Plastics, Advantage Fixtures, SlatBox USA

“Christine was able to help my firm change what was difficult to communicate into a clear, unique positioning statement. She provides targeted marketing and business development advice. Her vibrant attitude and professional style make her someone I love to work with.”

-Denise Sanders, President

Sanders Consulting

“Christine has been an excellent partner to work with because she brings a fresh and exciting approach to business development efforts. She has incredible knowledge of what works today in regards to building a referral network and provides valuable experience in this arena.”

-Jill Vaughan, Executive Vice President

AmegyBank of Texas

“In addition to being easy to speak with, Christine is highly effective and excels at motivating people to focus on their goal. Christine really listens to people and helps guide them to activities that will help them grow their business or network. She is very generous with her time and with her extensive network. If she does not know something she will get you to the person who does. She is genuinely focused on helping people achieve their goals and it truly does come through in everything she undertakes.”

-Mary Thomas, Owner

Thomas, Thomas & Thomas, P.C.

“Christine is bright, warm, open, honest, organized, direct without being aggressive, and an expert in her field. Christine’s ability to work with a tremendous range of people is evident in the size of her network; her network is immense. It is hard to go to any function anywhere in Houston and not bump into someone who knows Christine. Christine’s network is a huge asset to her clients that sets her apart from other consultants in her field. Her advice is sound, resting on nearly 20 years of focused experience doing exactly what she now advises her clients to do. Christine is a pleasure to work with and will help your business grow!”

-Erica Harris, Partner

Susman Godfrey, L.L.P.

“Christine has been very critical to the success of my company. From acting as my mentor before our doors opened for business in January 2008, to being a wonderful referral source, to now my formal business coach, Christine has been there supporting me every step of the way. I was able to hire Christine in 2010 to produce a business development plan for my company. She didn’t just write the plan and drop it off — she invested the time to teach me how to use the information and apply it directly to my business and the direction I wanted to go. It really helped target our efforts as we defined the company we want to be 1, 3, even 5 years from now. Being a small business, it’s not always easy to find immediate help when new situations arise or to have a support system to discuss critical issues.  Christine is a huge part of my support system offering advice based on her experience and expertise and referring me to wonderful experts in her vast network. Christine is definitely known for her tremendous network and people listen when she puts her name behind a referral. I thank her for all her help and support over the years!”

- Jamie Fountain, President

W. Mae & Company

“I first met and worked with Christine, as a Business Leadership Coach and Trusted Advisor, some four years ago. At the time, Christine was the Director of Practice Development at a mid-size accounting firm, located in Houston, Texas.  During my initial year in working with Christine, it became clearer and clearer to me, that her knowledge, skills and abilities were not being maximize to their fullest potential. Christine was an entrepreneur, just waiting for the right moment in her professional life. Her insights in the field of New Business Development are truly visionary. Since those early days in our relationship, Christine has gone on to found her own enterprise, Strategic Catalyst, a professional services firm that partners with clients to assist them in their development of New Business Development tactics and the most effective and cost efficent processes and programs to carry out and support their strategies and tactics.  Energy, passion and customer centric and caring demeanor – all combine to make her a truly valued New Business Development Consultant, Trainer-Coach and Trusted Advisor”

- John Younker, Chair

Vistage International

“Christine Spray helped A Hak US come up with a great marketing plan, complete with action steps and follow-up metrics. I espectially enjoyed Christine’s acumen in the social media space and her abilities to help with web design. I would recommend Christine Spray for your business growth needs.”

-John Mohr, General Manager

A HAK Industrial Service USA

“We brought Christine in to develop and foster a marketing and business development culture in our practice. Not only did she take our group to a new level, she has truly changed the lives of many of our people and has become one of my most trusted advisors, mentor and friend. The processes, training, coaching and mentoring that she provided is invaluable. You will not meet a more sincere, caring and effective leader than Christine Spray. She is absolutely the best at effecting change, building HR and recruiting strategies and developing effective marketing and BD plans and processes.”

-Wesley Middleton, Managing Partner

MaloneBailey, L.L.P.

“I recommend Christine Spray as a consummate professional. She is focused on seeing her clients succeed. Christine will be an excellent resource in a number of business areas and will follow up until solutions are gained. She is one I can recommend with complete confidence.”

-Jackie Kingsbury, President

Integrity Insurance Solutions

“There is not enough room to list all the reasons I would recommend Christine. Simply put… she is amazing on all levels. Christine believes in finding out what she can do to help others vs. a what can you do for me mentality. Christine has the ability to keep her ears open for leads for peers while networking. She makes people feel valued and respected when she interacts with them. I can always count on Christine to give me honest input, and I appreciate the time she takes to go to above and beyond with every person she knows. If you don’t know Christine… you need to!”

-Tracey Kearny, Regional Manager

Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc.

“I was initially impressed with Christine Spray’s enthusiasm, communication skills and professional demeanor… Christine added processes and improvements in the areas of business development, marketing and client relations… She consistently demonstrated leadership and creativity. Christine is reliable, dedicated and eternally upbeat… organized and diligent… a hardworking, top-performing service professional. Her ability to handle internal and external relationships and accomplish the tasks at hand are unparalleled and it is because of this ability to build great rapport that in turn makes her so successful.”

-Jason Ferguson, Managing Partner

Calvetti, Ferguson & Wagner, P.C.

“When I think about the best of the best in the world of networking, I think of Christine Spray. From the moment we met, I felt that I had known Christine for years. This, I’m sure, was in part due to the ‘legend status’ that preceded that first meeting, but more likely due to warmth and respect she exudes. Christine recently gave a ‘Building an Effective Pipeline’ presentation to my attorneys at BoyarMiller. To say the group was motivated by Christine’s approach to building a network is an understatement. In fact, we have since employed many of her principles as part of our Business Development strategy. I am inspired by Christine’s many talents and wisdom… and I’m indebted to her for her willingness to share them.”

-J. Douglas Parker, CPSM, Executive Director

BoyarMiller

“Christine is one of the most amazing businesswomen I have come across. She has the knowledge, personality and skills to help Houston business leaders capture unparalleled value. Anyone in business or professional services would be privileged to have an opportunity to work with Christine.”

-Joe Heller, Chief Sales Officer

High Performance Selling

“A total professional and a delight to work with; a consummate well-connected businesswoman who knows everyone worth knowing – that’s Christine Spray. It is such a joy to work with someone who is devoted to customer attention and client prospect connection – she totally understands the concept of ‘pay-forward.’ She is one of the best professionals I have dealt with over five decades in international business.”

-Michael Hick, Managing Director

LITMUS Consulting, L.L.C.

“Christine is the most energetic, selfless business development professional I have ever known. She has a ‘what can I do for you’ attitude that immediately puts you at ease and makes you want to spend time with her and help her any way you can. She knows everybody there is to know. I value Christine’s work ethic, high morale and ethical standards, and professional presence. I would put her in front of any client, prospect, or other business contact with extreme confidence. I have learned a lot from Christine,, and hope to find a way to tap into her energy source some day!”

-Marcus Wagner, Owner

Calvetti, Ferguson &Wagner, P.C.

“Christine made a presentation to my Vistage Key Executive Group on Business Development Sources: There’s more to Prospecting-Needs Assessment-Propose Solution-Move to Decision-Closing. My members greatly benefited from Christine’s in depth understanding of the Marketing-to-New Business Development-to-Sales Process. Christine is a true professional with a great personality.”

-John Younker, Chair

Vistage International

“When I think of a well-connected business development professional, I think of Christine Spray. The first time we met, it was obvious that Christine is a quality person that genuinely cares about making qualified connections. She takes time to listen and understand your business and follows up in a timely manner. I am fortunate to call her my friend and network partner.”

-Michael Jimenez, Director of Practice Growth

iOffice

“Christine is always looking for ways to help not only her clients, but all of her contacts. She is the first call I would make and the first meeting I would set in any business venture.”

-Adam Blumberg, President

Truistic Solutions, Inc.

“Christine exudes professionalism and keeps her word. She makes solid referrals for those she has met and knows solidly. Her referrals have gotten us in the door for some major deals. Her integrity is famous and everyone knows that if you have the right introduction in Houston, Christine’s your woman.”

-Eric Standlee, Director of Private Funding and Bank Relations

American Prudential Capital, Inc.

“Christine is a high-energy and very focused professional and when you look up ‘networking’ in the dictionary you see her picture. Her high integrity and character are top notch. You are in good hands when you put your trust in Christine. She will get you where you need to go. I highly recommend her.”

-Donald Smith, Business Development

Kelly IT Resources

“Christine made a fantastic presentation to my Vistage Key Executive Group on ‘Business Development: Building An Effective Pipeline.’ Her presentation was right on the mark and she was most generous in the materials, processes and tools that she shared. Christine definitely knows her stuff!

-JYounker, Chair

Vistage International

“Christine has been a tremendous asset to me and our company. Introducing us to business associates has been a great help in our branding and visibility within the community. Her presentation on marketing to our group was professional and informative and greatly increased the understanding of our professional staff.”

- Alex Howard, Managing Partner

HFBE, Inc.

“Any professional service firm would benefit from Christine Spray’s gift for connecting people with prospective clients and her natural ability to help people improve and enhance their existing client relationships.”

- Mark J. Levine, Managing Partner

Levine & Associates, P.C.

“Christine is not only high-energy, she is extremely effective at what she does. She recently presented a session on Pipeline Development & Networking to my entire staff of Risk Consultants. She got a standing ovation with everyone walking away with new ideas for them to implement. Thanks again, Christine! You are a very talented young lady!

-Tim Brady, Founder and Managing Partner

Brady, Chapman, Holland & Associates, Inc.

“Christine took an extended contract with Intercomp Global Services to help us develop our North American Business for multi-national companies interested in a Global Payroll Solution. She is a respected sales and marketing professional who has a steller reputation and an extensive network. She is a proven performer and has a track record of helping companies, including Intercomp Global Services, acheive their business development, sales and marketing goals. She is a highly energetic and ethical professional. It has been a pleasure to work with Christine and I am looking forward to a long relationship.”

-Sheri Sullivan, CEO/Global VP Sales

Intercomp Global Services