Coaching
National Consortium for Creative Placemaking Master Practitioner Certificate Program, Building Community Capacity, New England College and New Hampshire Institute for Art 2018 - 2020. Ohio State University, 2015 - 2018
I enthusiastically recommend Wendy Benscoter for any teaching assignment involved in teaching creative placemaking to continuing education, bachelor’s or master’s level students.
As a teacher, Wendy brings a rare mix of practical expertise, attention to detail, care for students’ development, and creativity. These are important assets that she has used effectively as an instructor in various versions of our Certificate in Creative Placemaking program
Leo Vazquez
Executive Director
National Consortium for Creative Placemaking
Wendy Benscoter served as an adjunct teacher at LSU Shreveport for our Public Relations program. She brought several skills to our department: a high level of academic understanding for the Public Relations discipline, real world experience, the ability to join the two in classroom teaching, and a well-defined professional attitude and behavior. Ms. Benscoter was well-liked as a teacher because of these significant skills. She is knowledgeable, motivated, and concerned about her students.
Mary G. Jarzabek
Dalton & Peggy Cloud Professor
Louisiana State University Shreveport
Department of Communications
Director, Electronic Media Journalism Program
I can attest that Wendy possesses some of the best organizational skills and creativity. She created exciting and informative programs for the American Society for Training and Development, and conducted our end-of-the-year industry review several times. Wendy is an organizer, a doer, and one who can always be depended upon to shoulder her share of the responsibility.
Dr. Donna Austin
Retired Dean, Continuing Education
Louisiana State University, Shreveport
Wendy has the unique capability to comprehend an organization’s complex initiatives while moving forward to fulfill strategic missions and goals. She has the experience and skill sets to place all the details that are required in a project management process. She understands the importance to maximize an opportunity for everyone involved. She has worked across departmental lines to help bring efforts together to minimize time waste and ensure productivity. She is driven enough to see projects to completion while also taking the time to
gain the buy in and cooperation from others.
Gary Moore
President
Inside Edge
AWARDS
American Society of Training and Development, Shreveport:
Phillip Smathers Award of Excellence
Organization of the Year for Excellence in Training, Shreveport Regional Arts Council, Northwest Louisiana Arts Capacity Training
In all of Wendy's many responsibilities, she always exemplified creativity, outstanding organizational skills, remarkable ability as a self-starter, and she was probably the best time manager I have ever met. She knew how to set measurable goals, rally her troops, and succeed in accomplishing her objective.
Reagon Seaver
Former Executive Vice President and General Manager
The Houston Post
Wendy Benscoter is a highly respected trainer, consultant and strategist. Her professionalism shows in every task she undertakes, no matter the size or the scope. She has a keen insight into the dynamics of organizations and is exceptional at digging deep to address the needs of her clients on consulting, training and strategic planning projects. In addition, she is an excellent presenter and facilitator for group and organizational meetings. It is with the highest regard that I recommend Wendy to any organization seeking to grow and prosper even amid difficult times.
Teresa Allen, Owner Common Sense Solutions
Author: Common Sense Service: Close Encounters on the Front Lines
Co-Author: The Service Path: Your Roadmap for Building Strong Customer Relationship
Member: National Speakers Association
AWARDS
American Society of Training and Development Shreveport: Organization of the Year for Excellence in Training, Shreveport Regional Arts Council, Arts Capacity Building Initiative in Northwest Louisiana
Shreveport Regional Arts Council (SRAC): Arts Entrepreneur Training Program for Northwest Louisiana
The Houston Post: Professional Trainer
Exxon International: Contract Trainer
EDUCATION
Creative Placemaking Master Practitioner, Rutgers University Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy
Zenger Miller / Achieve Global
Learning International, (formerly Xerox Learning)
American Newspaper Association
American Society for Training and Development
For information about Project Management and Strategic Planning for Non Profit Organizations contact Wendy@BenscoterConsult.com
