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Listed below are a sample of comments from students who have completed DGI seminars.
Dawn Anderson
Seminar: IATA Recurrent
Comments: Dawn handled the course with a good pace and orderly. I have been to other courses where the instructor clearly appeared rushed/anxious, since there is a lot of info to cram into 1 day. Side Note: I was very surprised with the lunch provided, Great!
From: Anonymous
Seminar: Multi-Modal Recurrent
Comments: Dawn was a great instructor. Thanks Dawn for making the 3 days of training easy to understand. A lot of information was covered. She made the approach easy to follow.
From: Steve McClurg, Covidien
Seminar: 49CFR Recurrent
Comments: Dawn Anderson wants to make sure that her students walk away from her course with a good working knowledge of 49CFR and how to use the regulations. She is an excellent trainer and cares that all of her students learn the material.
From: Matt Lundin, Rhodia, Inc.
Seminar: 49CFR Initial
Comments: This is my third training class - the quality of training I receive continues to be excellent. Although I do not ship hazardous materials very often, your training helps me to know where to find the information I need, when I need it, as well as helping me and my company in compliance. Thanks again for the great job. I'll be back.
From: Chris Carroll, The Republic of Tea
Seminar: IMDG Recurrent
Comments: Dawn is very thorough and professional. She made the code very understandable. I was very impressed with Dawns teaching methods and presentation of the regulations. DGI is the best!.
From: Marty Black, Chat of Michigan
Seminar: Multi-Modal Recurrent
Comments: Dawn is an excellent instructor, very patient and thorough. I have tried another training class and DGI far exceeds other trainers and their methods.
From: Melinda Gerber - Mecidial Medical Technologies
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: Dawn made the course both interesting, informative and fun. Kudos!
From: Shay Jenkins, SNF - Chemtall
Seminar: Multi-Modal Initial ATL,
Comments: Dawn was the most knowledgeable person regarding all aspects of shipping hazardous materials. If our questions pertained to any mode of transportation Dawn always was very thorough with her response. I will refer this program within my organization to help promote training and awareness. Thanks DGI and Dawn!
From: Jerry Quinn, Motion Industries
Lee Barnes
Seminar: Initial
Comments: First time in DGI Training. I was really nervous but after the 2nd day I feel very comfortable taking this class with a great instructor. Whenever I had a question the teacher was there to help me to understand. I really appreciate his help. Now I'm ready to ship hazardous materials and dangerous goods. Thank you Mr. Lee.
From: Gabriela Garcia, Paul Leibinge NMPL
Seminar: Multi-Modal Initial
Comments: Mr. Barnes was a very well educated and experienced instructor. He made the class time informative and interesting, especially relating the material to our individual needs at work.
From: Tammy McDaniel, Aerojet
Seminar: Multi-Modal Initial
Comments: Mr. Lee Barnes is excellent at explaining. He goes out of his way to make sure you understand every step of the training. Would definately like to attend the next session.
From: Louis Gallegus, Weber Logistics
Seminar: Multi-Modal Initial
Comments: Lee Barnes is the best. I always schedule classes for myself and my staff to have him as the instructor when possible. I was with the D.O.D. for 20+ years and no instructor could touch his presentations..
From: Thomas Pugh, University of CA, San Diego
Seminar: Multi-Modal Initial
Comments: As always Lee is an amazing instructor. He is why my whole office goes to DGI classes. I went to a competitor last year to try something different and I'll never go to anything other than DGI w/ Lee again. Thanks.
From: Lane - USAF
Seminar: IATA Recurrent
Comments: Every time I have taken the DGI course I've always had exceptional instructors. In this case my instructor went above and beyond to make us have a better understanding of the course. I for sure would recommend personnel to this course in the future.
From: Arturo Gutierrez, MCS Management Services
Seminar: 49CFR Initial
Comments: As usual a big fat "A" for Lee Barnes. A great guy and a great DGI instructor. Never a dull moment!
From: Jonathan Pedea, Air Liquide Laboratory
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: I will make DGI and Lee Barnes a part of my recurrent hazmat training schedule. As well as recommend the service to others.
From: Jennifer Looy, Corporate Air Parts, Inc.
Jim Boehringer
Seminar: Multimodal Initial
Comments: Outstanding - very knowledgeable in his field. Using your personal experience and personal touches makes this course one of the best I have had. I have a law enforcement background and appreciate your service.
From: Roger Ducharme - Univar Export
Seminar: 49CFR/IMDG Recurrent
Comments: Jim was the best instructor I've had with DGI in the last 5 years. I've only studied with DGI, JB's in-depth knowledge of teaching is great. He teaches how to use the manuals in a clear concise manner. Excellent instructor!! Thank you.
From: Mark Larson, EWI Worldwide
Seminar:
Comments: Very experienced instructor. It was also nice to hear the explanation from someone that was also from the enforcement side which gave you a better explanation of what is actually being looked for.
From: Andrew Hubert, Virginia Task Force 1
Seminar:
Comments: Exceptional instruction. Very professional presentation. Very informative. Answered the tough questions. A+++++ all the way!
From: Terry Wallace, Missouri Task Force 1
Seminar:
Comments: Jim is very knowledgeable, very polite, was able to answer any question we asked. We had a lot of special case questions. Jim is the best!
From: Doug Lee, Missouri Task Force 1
Seminar: Onsite Training
Comments: Thank you very much for the best training that I have so far attended in my years of working with hazardous materials. You did a fantastic job for those 4 days at College Station. You have a great website. I like the way it is set up and even the links are great.
From: David Onchagwa, Texas A&M University
Jerry Green
Seminar: Explosives
Comments: I have take a few DGI Training classes. This training was very well taught.
From: Mike Lopez, Raytheon Co.
Seminar: Radioactive Materials
Comments: This was my first DGI Training course. I will definately recommend this training to others as well as plan to attend other DGI courses myself. The instructor was knowledgeable, personable and kept the class moving at a brisk pace. I aprreciated the straight forward plain language approach. The material was helpful and useful. Well done DGI!
From: Sandra Duffy, Schlumberger
Seminar: Radioactive Materials
Comments: Jerry Green is in a class by himself and the best instructor I've had. DGI's prices are also very competitive.
From: Donna OKelly, The University of Texas
Seminar: Multi-Modal Initial
Comments: Jerry is an excellent instructor who has a wealth of knowledge about this industry He made the seminar exciting to attend and the time was well spent. I look forward to attending the next seminar.
From: Kevin Williams, Synergy Flavors
Seminar: Multi-Modal Initial
Comments: Jerry made reading and understanding regulations easy and fun for this student. It would be such a pleasure to have him for my refresher when it becomes time.
From: David, Transgroup
Seminar: Multi-Modal Initial
Comments: I had several "light-bulb" moments in the class. Jerry's thorough explanations on complex issues and his energy (enthusiasm) was much appreciated.
From: Lynn Munsell, Nalco Company
Seminar: Train-The-Trainer
Comments: Jerry is the best instructor I have had through DGI. He is clear with expectations and is the best self confidence booster. He definitely provided me with the assets to take back to my facility.
From: Stacey Fields, Pitney Bowes
Sandra Harding
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: Thank you for your help and training during your wonderful course. You are a great teacher.
From: Richard Kus, Concordia Freight
Seminar: IATA Recurrent
Comments: Excellent course. Will use DGI again! More knowledgeable and straight forward that UPS and FedEx.
From: Aaron Tredway, Zyvax Inc.
Seminar: IATA Recurrent
Comments: I was able to get a clearer understanding of the IATA DGR. Sandra was an excellent instructor.
From: Jose Esparza, Technical Options of Georgia
Seminar: IATA Recurrent
Comments: Course was fast moving, easy to follow, very interesting. Instructor moved thru material with clarity and conciseness.
From: Bob Eitel, Teradata
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: Instructor was awesome! Took time to address my specific concerns alone. Very individualized and focused. Superb!
From: Emily Stuart, Seattle Genetics
Seminar: IATA Recurrent
Comments: Sandra was and exceptional instructor. She was interesting and had fun leading the course. By far the best instructor I have had in any CFR/IATA/IMDG training.
From: Jeff Taylor, Dell Marking Systems
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: Have taken class with you before - excellent info. Outstanding instructor, very worthwhile information - excellent workbook to help understand all the important and sometimes confusing info in the IATA manual.
From: Cheryl L. Hulme, US Food and Drug Administration
Seminar: IATA Recurrent
Comments: I have been with DGI since 1992. Sandra is very professional yet takes the time to go over everything in easy-to-understand detail. Very good instructor!
From: Marty Black, CHAT of Michigan
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Peter Hecker
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: Specifically came to this class because I knew Peter was teaching again.
From: Teresa Benson, Pro Star Logistics
Seminar: IATA Recurrent
Comments: Good teacher, good food, good test!
From: Connie Hudnall, Nordson Corp.
Seminar: IATA Recurrent
Comments:This is my 2nd time having Peter as an instructor. He is excellent. He is nice and explains everything very well to all levels of knowledge. He is patient and welcomes questions.
From: Donna Hunt, FedEx Custom Critical
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: Everything went well and smooth. Instructor knows the business, and his knowledge and teachings helped me to ace the final test!
From: Karl Totten - Associated Global Systems
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: Outstanding having the FAA come in and talk to the class. It puts things into real perspective
From: Paul Hirschfeld, Northrop Grumman
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: I learned a lot in this course. This experience has been very informative. You never know how serious shipping can be until you complete a course such as this. Peter is an excellent instructor and I hope to have him as an instructor when I re-cert.
From: Hollie Wykela, Multis Inc.
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: DGI is the "Gold Standard" for freight forwarders. Good class, Peter kept the class involved and gave us reasonable breaks to clear our heads
From: Donna M. Walker, Transgroup
Seminar: IATA Recurrent
Comments: Great refresher. Instructor touched on all aspects of regulations and kept everything short and to the point.
From: Mike DeSota, Mikron Industries
Seminar: IATA Recurrent
Comments: My teacher was very clear on what he was teaching. Used excellent examples. Very knowledgeable.
From: Rachel McCready, Benefit Cosmetics
Seminar: IATA
Comments: Peter was very knowledgeable and helpful in his instruction of the subject. This was hands down the most informative dangerous goods (IATA) class I've had.
From: Bob Heinson, Horizon Air
Pamela Jones
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: Awesome teacher, made it easy to follow, days flew by and learning made fun.
From: Clint Chism, Intertek
Seminar: IATA Recurrent
Comments: Pamela was a riot - she is very quick witted which kept the class from becoming boring and tedious.
From: Jean Warren, DHL Global Forwarding
Seminar: Multi-Modal Recurrent
Comments: Pam rates an "A+" - makes the course run easier!
From: Bill O'Sullivan - Autec
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: Pamela Jones is the best trainer I've had (and I get a lot of training) - she knows her stuff, she gives good examples, she is clear and concise & fun delivery. Pamela gets my recommendation!
From: Jane Bennett - DHL Global Forwarding
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: Ms. Pamela Jones is great and a fun instructor. Her knowledge was well transmitted to all the class. She used practical examples. The atmosphere within the class was great. I will recommend DGI to people who look for hazmat training. Bravo!
From: Ingrid Theboult, James J. Boyle
Seminar: Multi-Modal Initial
Comments: I enjoyed the class very much. Mrs. Jones kept it interesting and real by tying in personal experience and allowing others to speak of relevant events. Her enthusiasm aggressively involved all in the class. She kept the lesson focused and controlled any possible disorder.
From: David Lonowski - Raytheon
Seminar: Multi-Modal Recurrent
Comments: My experience was outstanding. Thank you Pamela Jones, for making this training not only memorable but also encouraging. I feel confident to start my new position at work because of how at ease I will be when looking up information.
From: Elizabeth Diaz-Lodge, Mallinckrodt Baker
Seminar: Multi-Modal Initial
Comments: I felt so at ease with Pamela. She made me feel like a close relative or family member, this helped with my confidence and the examples she used were very easy to understand and were related to the subject at hand. Thank you Pamela for your help, humor and for sharing your expertise.
From: Juan Yzaguirre, United Launch Alliance
Sean Kelly
It is a huge relief to know anytime I have a DG question I can turn to Sean Kelly for advice. He always has the answers and provides them in a clear, concise manner so anyone could understand. I appreciate him and appreciate DGI for providing me with such great service!
Laura Hamilton, Tech Control Member
Cindy Masello
Seminar: IATA Recurrent
Comments: Cindy is very knowledgeable and helped to ensure that I know everything there is about dangerous goods via air freight. I really enjoy every class I attend that Cindy teaches and would always suggest Cindy as my priority instructor.
From: Dennis Passarelli, C.H. Robinson
Seminar: 49CFR Initial
Comments: This being my first 49 class, I was very intimidated by just the size of the book! But Cindy took myself and a few other newcomers to the class and methodically walked us thru the book for the next three days, to where I had complete confidence in looking things up in that monster of a book. Thanks again Cindy and I hope I get you for my instructor when I have to come back for the review in three years.
From: Dave Osborne, Lyondellbasell Industries
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: Cindy did a great job teaching the class. The students experience levels ranged from 1 month to 15+ years and she kept it interesting for everyone. I look forward to taking more classes with Cindy.
From: Tony Degani, R&M Trucking
Seminar: IATA Recurrent
Comments: Cindy is by far one of the best instructors I have had the opportunity of learning from. She interacts well with the people in the class and get people to participate. Class was very beneficial. Thanks.
From: David Gross, C.H. Robinson
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: Cindy was just wonderful. She was very informative and made sure that everyone understood the teaching before moving on to a different topic or section. I believe that this was very important in the successful completion of the course and it made the experience all the more enjoyable. Thank you Cindy. See you in 2 years.
From: Frank Smart, Unilever
Phil Rieke
Seminar: IATA Recurrent
Comments: This was well presented and a great refresher. I have always used DGI and will continue to do so.
From: Don Holter, USA Environment
Seminar: Radioactive
Comments: Phil provides lots of humor (good and bad jokes!) and I think that keeps people awake the whole time.
From: Tim Bronk, Int. Ocean Drilling Program
Seminar: Radioactive
Comments: Instructor was exceptional! Phil took a boring and difficult class and made it interesting and understandable. Phil is the best instructor I've had in any hazmat class! He is patient and knowledgeable. By far the best hazmat class I've attended.
From: Mike McClure, FLIR Radiation
Seminar: Radioactive
Comments: Phil rated up in the top five of the instructors I have had for training in the last 30 years.
From: Stephen Sellier, General Physics Corp
Seminar: Radioactive Materials
Comments: Instructor Phil Rieke was outstanding! Loved the class because Phil really helped explain all the materials.
From: Toni Richey, Aerotest Operations Inc.
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: I've had various training courses and Phil does a very great job keeping the class focused on the course while having fun and entertaining.
From: Sean Deeds, Hexcel
Vic Thomas
Seminar: Onsite
Comments: Thank you for the work you put into the recent Dangerous Goods packing and shipping course we sponsored. Your presentation was brillian and the course was well received by the participants. Idaho Bureau of Laboratories offers this course to our clinical and public health partners in order to maintain biothreat response capabilities and comply with CDC/LRN (Laboratory Response Network) requirements. Your institution was invaluable to our success.
From: Idaho Department of Health & Welfare
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: I came here with very little knowledge of IATA regulations and in 2 days I feed confident enough to complete a shipment on my own, which is very enlightening to me!From: Lorraine Taylor - Electric Boat Corp.
Seminar: Multi-Modal Initial
Comments: DGI still amazes me with the quality of instructors they provide. Vic Thomas made the class very interesting by using examples that applied to the people in the class. I will always use DGI for my renewals and I will always recommend them.
From: Jason Turner, Westlake Longview Corp.
Seminar: IATA Initial
Comments: Vic was extremely knowledgeable about the subject. He was very engaging and really made the whole experience feel more like personal tutoring rather than lecturing. Plus he was funny!
From: Josh Russo, PHT Corporation
Seminar: 49CFR Recurrent
Comments: Vic provides a well rounded sound approach to DOT training. Vic's presentation style is very good.
From: Mike DeSota, Port of Seattle
Seminar: IATA Recurrent,
Comments: Everyones questions were easily answered. I felt at ease and confident about my understanding of the material.
From: Samantha Powers, Lufthansa
