Penny Harrington
Senior Vocational Counsellor, Hope Bridge Services Ltd. (colleague)
“Margo has been spearheading the management of Hope Bridge Services for over 14 years. The successful Hope Program has provided services to over 2100 clients in the Lower Mainland, due to her adept ability to secure funding, develop strong partnerships within the Addictions – Employment stakeholders and motivate a staff of enthusiastic, creative and highly skilled counsellors dedicated to client support. Creating Meaningful Change is a personal and professional commitment for Margo.” November 17, 2011
Jennifer Chandler CCDP – Contractor to Hope Bridge Services
Relief Facilitator/ Career Coach, Various Private Contracts (business partner)
“Jennifer Chandler Consulting has had the privilege of partnering with Margo O’Hara and Hope Bridge Services to provide contract facilitation, client coaching and project development support services. As the Managing Director it was evident that Margo thrives on developing programs that meet the needs of clients. With her enhanced knowledge of the effects of addiction on individuals and their careers Margo developed a holistic approach to programming. What is most noticeable about contracting/partnering with Margo is her willingness to do just that, partner. It was not uncommon to sit in a room with multiple people brainstorming ways to improve service to clients and using the combined expertise of others to support that goal. The insight Margo provides was well appreciated. Margo is a dedicated advocate for persons impacted by substance abuse and trauma, who maintains a clear goal to provide successful return to work and healthy lifestyle interventions. I am very happy to recommend Margo O’Hara for program management, partnerships and training opportunities.” June 15, 2011
Mike Garcia
President, SilverPoint Systems Ltd. (business partner)
“I have known Margo for many years and all I can say is she is the best. We have a great professional relationship that has been built over the years, and I recommend to anyone to get to know her as people will see her for the gem she is.” November 14, 2011
Brenda Blackburn– Contractor to Hope Bridge Services
Owner/Principal Facilitator, Discovery Facilitation (business partner)
“Margo is a super contractor who is a pleasure to work with. Her straight forward approach and management style enables open communication, and her value of cooperative business is immediately transparent. As an independent serving a multitude of companies, I have greatly appreciated her flexibility with my schedule availability and advance booking needs. Hope Bridge Services is a welcoming, professional, collaborative, appreciative, and talented team…all a further testament to Margo’s staffing and management savvy. I’m also excited to be a part of their ESI Staffing Solutions and highly recommend them to other independent and experienced business professionals in our field.” November 12, 2011
Jamie Billingham-Contractor to Hope Bridge Services
Owner, just://in.site consulting (business partner)
“I had the opportunity to do a small research project for Margo this past year. It’s always great to work with folks that are community spirited and dedicated to the service to others. Equally great is working with folks, like Margo, who treat consultants and contractor with respect. If you have the opportunity to work with Margo and Hope Bridges you won’t be disappointed.”
Nicole Borchert
Consultant, HOPE Bridge Services (business partner)
“Margo is collaborative in her approach to contracting, she recognizes individuals unique talents and optimizes them to the benefit of her organization, the project and the contract team. I would be happy to provide contracting services to Margo in the future and recommend her to others that are considering a contracting arrangement with Hope Bridge Services.” November 17, 2011