What people are saying about W.F. Dexter
“Bill is an organizer of projects and people extraordianaire. He brings people to focus on the most difficult subjects with great ease; and they learn it.”
“I have known Bill Dexter Professionally since 1995. He has an AAA personality style, endless energy and unlimited creativity to solving problems. Mr. Dexter frequently consults nationally and internationally with numerous A/E/C firms and professional design organizations. If you are seeking someone who is on the front edge of the design and construction industry you need go no further. Because of his teaching skills and experience I have recommended many professionals from the design and construction communities to consult with Mr. Dexter. Finding unique solutions to difficult problems has been Mr. Dexter’s greatest strength.
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Creative”
“I have worked with Mr. Dexter on several occasions to develop and present current project management curriculum for my oil industry clients in the Middle East. Bill’s last program for the senior engineers at the Kuwait Gulf Oil Company provided valued insight into managing the cost, quality and scheduling of complex oil industry projects. His management systems and forms have been incorporated into a comprehensive project manual that can be used for the daily management by all levels of the field personnel. I would highly recommend Mr. Dexter as a top trainer for construction management topics.”
As an Emeritus Professor from the Construction Management Department at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, having served as Department Head for 18 years prior to my retirement. During my tenure as Department Head I had the privilege to become acquainted with Bill Dexter. Initially, Bill volunteered his time as a speaker in several of our classes and was eventually hired as a part-time lecturer teaching courses within the department. The students found his lectures to be interesting and his presentation style engaging. Though beyond the scope of his teaching contract, he served as a mentor to many of the students. I had the opportunity to share the podium with him before such groups as lawyers, realtors, and a group of homeowners who lost their homes to fires in southern California. As a speaker Bill is dynamic, knowledgeable, and encourages audience participation. Of all his attributes, what I enjoy most about Bill is his enthusiasm, no matter if it involves a new project, a new client, or where to have lunch. He has an unbounded appreciation of life that is evident in everything he undertakes.
Jim Rodger, Construction Education Consultant, Ruskin, Florida
I have known and worked with Bill Dexter for close to fifteen years. He is one of the building industry’s most visible and recognized authorities on design, construction, and risk management. One of Bill’s many strengths is his ability to communicate clearly, effectively and persuasively to an audience. I have seen him perform in many contexts, from classes and seminars to presentations as an expert witness to a jury at trial. He is unflappable under pressure and always entertaining, without being condescending. I can recommend Bill without hesitation and look forward to his next speaking engagement.
—Mark Coffin, Partner at Hardin & Cofffin Attorneys, Santa Barbara
August 2, 2013
“I have know Bill for over 10 years. We have worked together on the development and presentaion of educational programs for the American Institute of Architects. I have always found Bill to be very well organized, carries through consistently on his committments and not only current in his subject matter expertise but a futurist in breaking the barriers for the decvelopment of new knowledge in his work in education.”
“Bill was a creative and decisive manager who inspired through training and example. As my first career manager, he went beyond basic daily management to share life lessons that have benefited and directed my lifelong career path. I am thankful for the years that I was able to work with Bill and learn from his unique ability to creatively manage people and projects.”
“I have attended many of Bill’s workshops and conference seminars and I have also co-facilitated workshops and seminars with Bill, and I must say that he has an amazing depth and breadth of skill and talent in training and group facilitation. He one of the only people I have ever seen that can both hold a group of newbies warmly to rave reviews and also be able to handle a roomful of attorneys in high-stakes negotiation. Bill can explain things in engaging and entertaining ways, and he can switch to high-level industry tech terms in a heartbeat. I always enjoy Bill’s presentations, and I have learned much from him. I’d work with Bill again anytime.”