From Our Clients
SMS believes in a no-nonsense cost-effective approach
that is appreciated by our clients. Here is just a sample of what our clients tell us . .
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"Northside
Collision Centers have been using Kathy Barany’s human resource services since 2002.
Kathy has been an outstanding HR resource for our company as it has grown to over 110
employees. We have used Kathy for design and implementation of employee handbooks, job
descriptions as well as on going consulting to our payroll and benefits administrator on a
wide variety of human resource issues. We are very glad to have Kathy as our Human
Resource Consultant, she is a tremendous asset." - Gary H Bell, President, Northside Collision
Centers
"We
all know that the human resource arena can be a confusing place. Managers are expected to
know everything from basic employee discipline to the most complex issues regarding civil
rights. Kathy Barany and Strategic Management Solutions help guide you through these
various issues with a professionalism and expertise that you soon learn you cannot be
without."
- Tammy Carpenter, Practice Manager, CNY
Internists
"I
highly recommend SMS to any organization with Human Resource issues. Kathy has learned the
nature of our not-for-profit organization and she has been of great assistance to us here
at Contact Community Services, Inc. She keeps us informed of changes in laws and
regulations and how those changes will affect our employees. She is always available to
provide HR support when a new situation arises."
- Margaret Boscor, Director Administration
and Finance, Contact Community Services
"Kathy was an invaluable resource during our
plant closing. Comments we heard from those attending her outplacement sessions follow:
- Kathy was informative, down to earth and extremely helpful.
- Kathy shared her own experiences with us and provided a heartfelt, compassionate
training session.
- Felt like she knew what we were going through and truly wanted to help us.
- Followed up with me on some job opportunities, very helpful.
- Very personable, has many resources in the community.
- Sent me job fair and job opening information, thanks.
We felt that Kathy offered our employees an upbeat, informative, outplacement service and
prepared them well to enter the job search arena."
- Tracey Marks and Michele McLaughlin HR
Managers – Angiotech – B.G. Sulzle, Inc.
"Not
only does Kathy have the knowledge and experience to give me the HR help I need in
managing several employees in my small business, but she is very easy going, pleasant and
even fun to work with. She often anticipates potential problems and understands my various
dilemmas sometimes even before I explain them fully. She obviously has a lot of real
experience and has a great way of passing it on. I highly recommend her since she has
helped me grow my business in a positive way with fewer employee hassles than I would have
without her."
- Tom Sciacca, President, JHL Supply /
CampingSurvival.com
"The
services that Strategic Management and Kathy Barany provide are extraordinary! Kathy is
patient, thorough and professional; she can work effectively with one team member just as
powerfully as she can with an entire department. During each of my projects with Kathy, I
have come away learning a new component of human resources or embracing a different
perspective of the industry. Without hesitation, I'd say the opportunities I've had
working with Kathy are invaluable."
- Michelle Wenzel, Training Manager, CNY
Weight Loss d/b/a Jenny Craig
"A+
service. Kathy is very easy to work with. The added value to our organization was peace of
mind."
- Doug and Donna Greene, Owners Manlius True
Value Hardware Store
"As a small company we do not have an HR
manager. Thus we need to outsource the HR function. Overall service is excellent.
Answers are cogent and prompt and show a high level of knowledge and practical
expertise."
- Gregory Cross, VP/General Manager, Delta
Marketing Dynamics
"Service always exceeded my wildest
dreams. Kathy was able to quickly learn our environment and determine where she could add
value during our HR transition. The value that she then contributed far exceeded our
hopes and expectations. I would call Kathy again in a heartbeat. I hold up Kathy in
conversations on campus as a model of productivity, service and positive attitude. She
helped us find a permanent Human Resources Director who is fantastic."
- Karen Leach, Vice President Finance and
Administration, Hamilton College
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