Jason Kipps

“I've had the pleasure of working with Jason in Universum's Global DEI Board, and his knowledge, expertise and enthusiasm for employer branding and DEI is truly commendable. He has an ability to blend first principle thinking with a bold, creative approach that results in fresh, unique and forward-thinking solutions. His insights and contributions have been invaluable to our team, and his passion for driving positive change in the workplace is truly inspiring.”

“I have worked with Jason since my TAD role at L'Oreal. Jason is always professional, persistent, diligenta and oh so pleasant to speak with. He understands your unique needs and has incredible market knowledge. Always solution oriented and pragmatic.”

“Jay Kipps knows what he's doing. During our 4.5 years together at Universum, I regularly observed Jay's uncanny ability to spot Employer Branding and macro HR trends faster and more accurately than the rest of our strategy team. I would even joke on client calls that "Jay's usually right." It was my own way of admitting that I was grateful to work beside him. All this said, I believe Jay is most defined by his humility - specifically in the way I regularly watched him place the needs of our team, Universum and our clients ahead of his own interests. He's a brilliant, hard working team player - a person I look forward to working with again in the future and I'm sure you will as well.”

“Jason has absolutely been an crucial partner of mine for years and someone I've always looked forward to working with and learning from. He's sincere, knowledgeable and reliable and someone who is focused on making a difference. Jason has added value to me in tremendous ways over the years, both as a provider of insights and data, but also as someone I could lean on to help drive strategy. Wish there were more like him, I can't recommend him enough!”

“I had the pleasure of working with Jason Kipps on a project focused on refining our Employee Value Proposition (EVP), and I am extremely impressed with his expertise and dedication. Jason demonstrated exceptional customer service throughout the entire process. His ability to listen to our needs and tailor the EVP to align with our company's ongoing strategy was commendable. He understood the intricacies of our organization and had a keen sense of urgency, ensuring that the project moved forward seamlessly. What sets Jason apart is his flexibility and adaptability. He adeptly adjusted the scope of work to accommodate changes in our company's strategy, demonstrating a deep understanding of our business dynamics. His insights and recommendations were invaluable in shaping an EVP that resonates with our employees and reflects our company culture. I highly recommend Jason and Universum to anyone seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable consultant who delivers exceptional results. His professionalism, strategic mindset, and commitment to excellence make him an asset to any organization. It was a pleasure working with Jason, and I look forward to the opportunity to collaborate again in the future”

“Jason presented to a Sun Life Talent Acquisition North American quarterly meeting last week to share his knowledge on the next generation of employees and their impact on how Sun Life needs to attract and retain them. His left the whole team with some very good insight ( I'm still hearing about it a week later) and further cemented Universum's strength as a market leader. ”

“Jason is a strong business partner. His ability to get multiple stakeholders aligned around a common vision for our employment value proposition and inherited brand platform is critical. He is relevant with his message and presents great insights to engage senior executives. Jason also brings a hands-on approach to help us operationalize for different markets including Asia, Europe and North America's field ambassadors in recruitment and marketing. He is a flexible team player that adjusts to navigate a complex organization with global and local agendas. I trust companies can greatly benefit from his perspective. ”

“Jason is a well-respected industry professional who knows his subject matter. His is very attentive to the subtleties that often come with managing client expectations. I enjoy working with him and find that he is always very professional. Jason does a great job of getting the essence of what I’m really after. I can present him with a problem or challenge that I’m dealing with, and he can articulate how specific data can address the issue and offer a plan to execute on it.”

“Since partnering with Jason on our employment brand strategy for EY Canada, we have seen a significant improvement in our survey results at our focus schools and overall brand recognition. Not only is Jason very insightful and knowledgeable of the Canadian talent market, he is professional and very customer service focused. Attracting the very best talent is key for the firm, and partnering with Jason and Universum has been a key factor in strategically building and enhancing our employment brand across Canada.”

“"Jason, or Jay as I call him, did some amazing work for my Company, TMC, (Technology Marketing Corp), in helping ius form our Vision , but more importantly evaluating and choosing better salespeople. This effort saved us much money and wasted time in hiring/ maintaining the best sales force. Jay's capabilities and experience in "reading" people and creating "change" is impressive and invaluable. Jim Nill, VP of Sales, TMC. "”

“Jason has a unique ability to quickly understand the complexities of an organizations 'big-picture" goals and objectives. He is very effective at developing innovative solutions to elevate a companies talent productivity and engagement. A prolific marketer and networker, he is able to connect with all key stakeholders of an organization. He can synthesize complex research on the world of work and talent management trends to educate key stakeholders on how to maximize their overall employee recruitment, retention and engagement. He is an influential business strategist that is able to understand market research data and translate it into operational performance. I would welcome the opportunity to provide a reference on behalf of Jason Kipps.”

“Jason demonstrates a unique capacity for understanding the client’s need at a strategic level. During meetings, he pays close attention to what is said, quickly hones in on the requirements of each stakeholder, and makes realistic suggestions based on identified needs. Moreover, when providing direction, he demonstrates a high level of expertise, is extremely knowledgeable, and his recommendations have an immediate impact in terms of identifying next steps. These qualities most notably translate into Jason’s ability to ensure the success his client solutions.”

“I have known Jason for a while first in his role as a Vice President in Self Management Group, and now at the time of writing, as a Vice President in Right Management. Jason is a very engaging presenter and is able to connect theory, practice and training in very compelling ways. He exhibits a great understanding of marketing and is a pleasure to work and cooperate with. He recently came to my MBA class as a guest lecturer. His lecture on the challenges of "selling in" was valuable and greatly appreciated by the students.”

“Jason gave us wonderful presentation on aligning HR strategy with Business Strategy. Jason provided totally new ideas and he studied talent management from different angles.I am impressed by one point: The trend of HR expertise is: HR function cannot be purely HR anymore, it should plus marketing and business understanding. I highly recommend Jason, this presentation is very meaningful for service provider, MBA students, HR managers and so on.”

“Jason joined the Committee in October 2010 and has been a major asset from day one. He participated in the development of the Terms of Reference for the Committee, which is the precedent setting document for all Committee functions and actions. He was also instrumental in setting the Projects List for 2011 and is actively involved on the Ultra Broadband Sub-Committee and has taken the lead in the Mono Website Review Sub-Committee where he is guiding the creation of a vibrant and interactive municipal website second to none. Jason's business and community perspective is substantive, which makes his contributions important and valuable.”

“Jason has been an important member of the Town of Mono Sustainablity Advisory Committee. This committee is made up mainly of concerned citizens of the Town of Mono. They are tasked with the challenge of brainstorming new ideas and concepts that will improve the quality of life for the residents of Mono. Jason has been a member for only a year but in that short time he has contributed greatly to the meetings in general and sits on several sub-committees where his experience and computer knowledge have been invaluable. He has demonstrated a quick creative mind, the ability to articulate his ideas, precise and informative written reports and most importantly the ability to work in a team environment, in very collorabitive style with a group of diverse individuals. I look forward to every meeting we have together for his intelligent input. He is a terrific asset to have on our committee. Bob Mitchell, Councilor for the Town of Mono..”

“As a recruitment business which relies heavily on sourcing and securing the best talent for our clients, I had been looking for a long time for a solution which would help me to benefit my clients and provide some structure around profiling of candidates. Having dealt with Jason Kipps of Self Management based in Canada over the past few months, I have been highly impressed with his responsiveness, service levels and attention to detail. Jason’s knowledge of candidate profiling, in relation to what clients need for results is second to none. Ever since we have been working together, I have found Jason to be focused, driven, professional, and reliable I would have no hesitation in recommending Self Management to any company that is looking to improve attrition, hire the best talent or gather insights on the best possible fit for the business when hiring. I would have no hesitation in recommending Jason and his team to any business, hiring manager or HR professional for their candidate profiling needs.”

“Jason and I share a common interest in the practical use of assessment tools for both recruitment and development. In the short time I worked on a joint project with him at my last company, I was impressed by his awareness of cultural factors that influence the practical application of such tools.”

“I’ve worked with Jason on several projects where he has shown great leadership and thought in organizing integrated marketing activities. He often strategizes in logical fashion but is also not afraid to think outside the box when necessary. Another of Jason’s strengths is that he is committed to spending the proper time in staying on top of current marketing trends which I believe shows his passion for his work and profession. But most importantly his efforts always seem to result in success which is why I highly recommend working and/or partnering with Jason if you get the opportunity.”

“Jay Kipps is one the most innovative and practical business development consultants on the planet. No one is faster to roll up their sleeves and do the work that produces real and significant results. Jay’s passion for self management is inspiring and everlasting and he lives it everyday! Jay is a high performer, and I would be comfortable endorsing him to any organization.”

“Jason is a knowledgeable, energetic expert in his field. He has the ability to effectively communicate the key points in a way that maximize the chances of his client obtaining full value from his consulting services. Would highly recommend Jason to anyone interested in developing the managers within in their organization.”

“I worked with Jason on business development and strategy when I was launching my consulting and training business, Emergency Preparedness Systems. He was instrumental in the initial branding, product offerings, and marketing/sales strategies I used to launch and grow the business. I was able to use those processes successfully. I appreciated his insights and dedication to helping me grow my business.”

“I've had the opportunity to make use of Jason's services in the past and have found them to be extremely helpful in selecting the right candidate. Not only was it helpful in the selection process but also in managing the employee after the hire. Once the candidates took the assessment, Jason was very helpful in explaining how to interpret the results and highlighted the candidate's strong points as well as their weak ones and suggested ways to manage the weak areas. In the future I certainly intend to use Jason's services whenever there is a requirement.”

“Jason has a great ability to focus on a project and work tirelessly on it. His dedication and commitment are exemplary. Probably as important anything is that he is dead honest, reliable and trustworthy. He has been an important contributor to the success of our organization. Bob McHardy Managing Partner Self Management Group”

“Working with Jason over the past while have found him to be thorough and has an excellent grasp of the concepts and priciples of Self Management and delivered the programs we participated in, on time and within our business scope. His presentation skills are quite refined and he has a knack for getting everyone involved. A real pleasure to work with.”

“Jason introduced me to Self Management Group's full suite of professional assessment tools and talent management system that puts science into measurement, provides a blueprint for action and provides validation studies. His full spectrum, grounded approach and customer service orientation inspired me to join his team.”

“Jason has provided assessment services to a number of my clients. They never fail to be impressed by his insight, the quality of his work and his superb customer service. He will always go out of this way to ensure the client is well served and satisfied. From my perspective, he is a strategic and creative collaborator, always able to find a solution that meets everyone's needs. It is a pleasure to work with Jason and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone.”

“Jason was quite helpful in advising CARSTAR Automotive of the right tool to help qualify candidates for positions at CARSTAR corporate and at our franchise location. He found the solution, helped us implement it and has continued to be available for continuous improvement discussions. Regards”

“Jason and I closely collaborated on a number of marketing strategies for our Healthcare, Contact Center and Government verticals at the Self Management Group. Jason takes a strategic approach in formulating ideas and concepts into very practical solutions that have been highly effective in selling our products and services to a number of Fortune 500 clients in North America. His professional approach and high sense of urgency is well regarded by his colleagues and our clients.”

“I worked with Jason years ago at the Canadian Outward Bound Wilderness School. Jason and I have stayed in touch and I have watched his career blossom, initially here in Canada, then in the States, and now back in Canada. I know Jason as a hard working, honest and earnest individual always willing to find solutions and not focus on the problems. He is energetic, postive, fun and creative. I know he would be an asset to any team --- he was to mine! Sincerely, Kevin Farrell”

“I had the pleasure of working with Jason when he provided me with a personality evaluation of myself. I found Jason to be an expert in his field, very personable but more importantly very insightful. The minimum you should do is go for a coffee with Jason and get to know him. You will not be disappointed. I would definitely recommend Jason and his services.”

“Jay has been a valuable resource as a trainer, mentor, and advisor. His commitment and knowledge to the self-management strategy is an asset to any client.”

“Jason provided leadership and experiential learning exercises for a High Tech business unit at CIBC during a high growth period and a very competitive market. The group was experiencing performance and leadership challenges as a result of this rapid change and growth. As a result of this learning opportunity the Team including the Vice President experienced increased performance and team effectiveness through collaboration and sound guiding principles. They indicated that it was the best investment both in terms of time and $$ that they had made in a while.”

“I would definitely recommend Jason to anyone who is looking for someone to help qualify or upgrade the skills of their team. I found Jason to not only be extremely knowledgeable but he is easy to work with and he understands how to get the best out of the people he works with. The long list of tools and services that Jason and his team can put to use to help his clients is very broad and thorough. He also happens to be a nice guy as well.”