Testimonials
“Matthew is king of turning crowds into idea engines. He is a facilitator that bakes "ideas" into "actionable ideas." If that doesn't sell you, consider the fact Matthew makes topics like law seem fascinating, and turns rigid thinkers into creative idea types. If I get fired from my job today, I'll beg Matthew for a job tomorrow.” April 3, 2007
“I first met Matthew at the first LexThink and was immediately struck by the aura of good nature and open enthusiasm that he carried with him. Matthew and his team executed that event flawlessly and with grace, and with great fun. Our paths have crossed since then and it's always a pleasure.” June 15, 2007
“Matt is an amazing guy, full of very creative, boundless energy. I first had the pleasure of meeting him when I become involved with the first BlawgThink in Chicago in 2005. Having been disappointed by some of the allegedly interactive unconferences I had recently attended, I had been thinking a lot about how conferences could be more rewarding. I arrived at BlawgThink and within a day felt like Matt was really onto something. He is very good at thinking deeply about the way to bring people together, then--and this is the good part--he also knows how to do tha actual legwork to make his visions come to pass.” May 14, 2007
Hobie Swan, External Affairs Manager, MindJet Corporation
“Matt is an incredibly energetic individual whose infectious "positive intensity" is envied by many aspiring "communicators" in the legal marketplace. His success at balancing technological capability and practical communication wisdom can be seen in all of his endeavors. Whether it be formal public speaking to legal professionals at the annual American Bar Association TECHSHOW or indirect writings to his many readers in the blogosphere, Matt is a master communicator who not only practices what he preaches but also inspires when he preaches.” April 25, 2007
Rob Robinson, Vice President of Marketing, ONSITE Electronic Discovery
“Matt is a wonderful facilitator, has awesome programs, helps people to think out of the box. He takes workshops, confrences to another level. He makes things interesting, different and most of all exciting. Thanks Matt for your ideas and skills.” February 27, 2007
“Matthew is a one-of-a-kind blogger with many ideas for improved law practice management. With LexThink he puts to work his innovative ideas for facilitating interactions between people.” January 11, 2007
Connie Crosby, Library Manager, WeirFoulds LLP
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“I first met Matt at Blogwalk Chicago where we jointly participated in that conference. Later, I had the pleasure of working with Matt as he staged one of the first LexThink "unconferences" in Chicago. Matt is a creative thinker who is eager to put creative ideas (his and others) into action, which he does effectively. I hope we get the opportunity to work together again.” January 8, 2007
Jim McGee, Director, Huron Consulting Group
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“I attended Matt's outrageously interesting Lexthink campout in Chicago. Fantastic people, interactions and space... all run with great savvy and fun by Matt and his team.” January 2, 2007
henry copeland, ceo, pressflex llc
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“Matt's not only an innovative guy, but a heck of nice person. He lives the true spirit of Internet business success, he gives more of himself to others than he expects to receive in return. I've worked with Matt as a conference presenter where he was the coordinator. First class job. Inspired attendees to think creatively while at the conference and to achieve great things when they returned to their jobs.” January 1, 2007
Kevin O'Keefe, President & Founder, LexBlog, Inc.
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“Matt is continuously challenging lawyers--notoriously fond of precedent and "what others are doing"--to think differently and to actually consider innovative approaches to their work. You will find yourself coming away from a conversation with Matt rethinking at least one thing you always took for granted. Bruce MacEwen” December 22, 2006
Bruce MacEwen, Owner, "Adam Smith, Esq."
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“Matt is motivated to help lawyers and other professionals learn to use technology, particularly the Internet, to enhance their vision and their practice. I've attended several of the innovation workshops that he was responsible for coordinating and each time I came away with valuable information, as well as a heightened sense of respect for Matt's talent and enthusiasm.” December 21, 2006
Ernest Svenson, Founder, Svenson Law Firm
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“Matthew was part of a team of consultants we hired at Thomson West to provide us with insights and creative ideas for new products that we would develop specifically for one and two person law firms. Matthew's energy and creativity elevated the discourse and produced sessions that were very insightful, fun, and - best of all - productive. The depth and breadth of his knowledge and experience went beyond the actual subject area. Definitely one of the best consultant experiences I've had.” December 21, 2006
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Creative
Robert Schuneman
hired Matthew as a Business Consultant in 2005
“Matt's brainchild, LexThink, puts together innovative "unconferences." I had the pleasure to speak at a LexThink conference in April 2006. I enjoyed the experience and made some valuable connections.” December 20, 2006
Neil Squillante, President, PeerViews Inc.
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“Matt is an incredibly bright and creative individual. On several occasions, his ability to think out of the box has delivered tremendous value to me and my business partners by helping our team flush out our big ideas and develop a plan for launching them.” December 20, 2006
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Creative
J. Matthew Buchanan
hired Matthew as a Consultant in 2005
“Matt is extremely pleasant to work with and is an incredible source of ideas. He excels at presenting information and beginning dialogue to actually accomplish what a conference should. I help Matt produce his LexThink! events.” December 19, 2006
JoAnna Forshee, Owner, Envision Agency
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“Matthew is a "big idea" guy who makes you think...that's the highest compliment I can think to describe his worth. He's a talented man.” December 19, 2006
Jim Logan, Owner, JSLogan
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“Matt's the [non]billable hour blog is must reading for independent professionals trying to move forward in the world the Web created, not only for his own keen observations on how to reorganize one's practice and marketing to better serve clients, but for the links he provides to like-minded writers. His RSS feed is on my reader--and should be on yours.” December 19, 2006
Top qualities: Expert, High Integrity, Creative
Edward Wiest
hired Matthew as a Business Consultant in 2005
“In a world where conferences have varied from extremely effective to a waste of money, Matt's concept of the un-conference using the Open Space model has proved to be very effective. I've been thoroughly impressed with all three LexThink! events I've participated in (from attendee to speaker). Matt's big picture thinking and energy is intoxicating and you can only feel like you can change the world after being in his presence and attending one of his conferences.” December 19, 2006
Frederick Faulkner IV, Webmaster, American Bar Association
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“Matt's leadership of group meetings at Blawgthink 2005 and the St. Louis Idea Market has brought together excellent people and stimulated interesting conversations generating innovative ideas and insights.” December 19, 2006
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Creative
George Lenard
hired Matthew as a Unconference organizer in 2005, and hired Matthew more than once
“Matt Homann is one of the most enthusiastic and creative thinkers that I know....His un-conference, BlawgThink2005, was truly a valuable learning and networking experience with just the right mix of content and smart people to make the value long lasting. I can always count on Matt to be willing to share ideas, find solutions..and to make it challenging and fun!” December 19, 2006
Marianne Richmond, Partner, Resonance Partnership
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“Matt organized and ran the very best conference that I have ever attended. He has that rare combination of creativity with follow-through.” December 19, 2006
Dennis Crouch, Patent Attorney, McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“I attended the inaugural LexThink event co-hosted by Matt. The event was proof that the world truly is flat -- lawyers, bloggers and consultants at all levels exchanging synergistic ideas at a furious pace. I would recommend adding Matt to your short list of advisors.” December 19, 2006
Kevin Buckley, Attorney, Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal LLP
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“Matt Homann is one of those few people who can not only conceive the big "out-of-the-box" idea, but can also attend to the details necessary to get from idea to reality. That ability, combined with his extensive knowledge of the law, makes Matt a near-unique consultant. Matt is a rare find, and I encourage everyone to take advantage of his knowledge and ability.” December 19, 2006
Robert Kraft, Owner, Kraft & Associates, Injury, Disability & Immigration Lawyers
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“Matt is a very bright and talented guy! I would highly recommend him, and would say anyone dealing with Matt will be highly please with his energy, skills, imagination and ability!” December 19, 2006
Burton Bruggeman, CEO, ActiveWords
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“I have had the opportunity to both attend and present at conferences organized by Matt Homann. While traditional conferences are great places to learn from, the LexThink events I have participated in have truly challenged my thinking and promoted ingenuity. By combining structured presentations with collaborative brainstorms, attendees synthesize inspirations into practical applications that are immediately relevant.” December 19, 2006
Steve Dembo, Director of Technology, Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“Matt led my team through the best staff retreat I've ever experienced. With his creative and "small pieces, loosely joined" approach, we were able to build the groundwork for constructive new partnerships with other departments, as well as take advantage of creative insights into our own processes that couldn't have occurred without his unique leadership.” December 19, 2006
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Creative
Brendon Connelly
hired Matthew as a Business Consultant in 2005
“I have attended at least two LexThink events, and they were both wonderful, collaborative experiences. Matt brings together an excellent set of people, seeds the group with interesting questions, and guides the free-flowing conversations.” December 19, 2006
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Creative
Jack Vinson
hired Matthew as a Business Consultant in 2005, and hired Matthew more than once
“Matthew organized one of the most creative, interesting, idea-provoking, network-generating events I've ever read about much less had the pleasure to attend. That was the LexThink event. His LexThink event was orginally targeted at the legal profession. But it's a model that could be applied to professional association memberships of any sort. We feel fortunate to have Matt as a resource and a friend.” December 19, 2006
Zane Safrit, CEO, Conference Calls Unlimited
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“Congratulations to Matthew Homann for contributing a new dimension to how the kegal profession thinks about itself. As President and Chief Thinking Officer at LexThink, Inc.., Matthew has provided unique environments and processes that serve to stimulate fresh thoughts and ideas. Bravo!” December 19, 2006
Gerry Riskin, Owner, Edge International
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
“Matt is one of those rare individuals with the ability to put together a social experience that is intensely productive AND memorable for its uniqueness and whimsy. To that effect, I look back on Blawgthink!, which Matt had a senior role in organizing, as one of the great conferences I've ever attended. And during an event Matt is everywhere, ensuring people are having fun and getting engaged. I can't recommend Matt and Lexthink highly enough.” November 30, 2006
Kyle McFarlin, Implementation Consultant, Gyronix
was with another company when working with Matthew at LexThink, Inc.
