We've jawed enough. Here are what some of our clients say:
Business Speaking, Corporate Training & Education, and Team Building
"The Hired Guns and their 'Ridin' for the Brand' presentation hit a bull's eye with our association. Ridin' for the brand - or in our case many brands - is a constant challenge for PLAN agents. Lannie and Craig were informative, entertaining and humorous and got deep to the personal level of giving your best in support of your personal and professional brands. Well done and highly recommended."
-Tom Owens
Executive Director
Professional Liability Agents Network (PLAN)
"FANTASTIC! Craig and Lannie are the real deal. Beehive hired them for a management training which after meeting them quickly turned into training for the whole company. They met with us prior to training at great length to get to know our company. Much time was put into tailoring a training to meet our company's needs. We are definitely having them back again and would highly recommend The Hired Guns 'Ridin' for the Brand' philosophy for your next training or entertainment for a company event."
-Lorri Witkowski
Human Resource Manager
Beehive Telephone Company
"Your training was extremely inspirational. Thank you very much!"
-Terry Mathis
Director of Sales
Citadel Broadcasting Company
"A note of thanks for your enthusiastic and very rewarding presentation...it was on target and achieved its intended goal, helping us raise our customer service bar. We plan on having you back. Thanks again, and remember to keep your britchin' tight!"
-Gerry Gunning
Operations Manager
Interstate Brick Company
"Thank you for the excellent 'Ridin' for the Brand' presentation you made to our plant, customer service, and sales teams...it was just what our team needed to help remind us who writes our paycheck -- the customer. The time and money were well spent!"
-Jeff Elder
General Sales Manager
Interstate Brick Company
"I don't usually take the time to recommend entities for hire, but I would go out of my way to spread the word for these folks. I would highly recommend any company that would like a mix of motivational and music entertainment to hire them on for your brand."
-Bill Picard
Step Saver, Inc. of Utah and Nevada
"Craig and Lannie, aka Creek and the Marshal, are such energetic positive presenters. They brought together a group of people that focuses on Customer Service and making a difference in clients' lives, and gave them a different way to look at how we do things every day. I like the Cowboy approach; if we all remember what Brand we are ridin' for, we will win."
-Christa Windsor
Vice President, Northern Utah Regional Operations Manager
Zions Bank
"Thanks for an amazing program! We all felt it was the best presentation at the convention."
-Michael J. Fox
Executive Director
Utah Press Association
"The attendees are still talking about you guys and your presentation. There were some who didn't think it was going to be very good, but everybody raved on and on. Everybody's just tickled and I thought you ought to know about it."
-John Gualtier
President, Mountain Empire Chapter
EASA (Electric Apparatus Service Association)
"Kudos to you 'hired guns'. The staff enjoyed it and have mentioned it as 'one of our best trainings ever'."
-Gary Dalton
Director
Salt Lake County Division of Criminal Justice Services
"The UHF teens, chaperones, and I had such a wonderful time with you this past weekend at the Teen Retreat. You are masters at what you do, adapting your entertainment show and motivational workshop to always make sure the teens were fully engaged. And they were! This is my fifth Teen Retreat, and I have never seen our teens so captivated by a presentation. You are all a perfect example of the old saying, 'If you're going to talk the talk, then you've got to walk the walk.' The teens listened to you and were inspired by you because they believed you lived the words you were speaking--and in the brief time they spent with you, they saw that you did. I couldn't be more pleased with how everything turned out. I was really moved by everything you taught as well, and the horse gentling was absolutely fascinating. Hired Guns has made a difference with our teens, and now they will be able to make a difference in the world."
-Katie Purdie
Teen Events Coordinator
Utah Hemophilia Foundation
"Your training is so unique that you don't even know you're being trained! My team was calling each other 'Pard' all day long and I heard them quoting things from the 'Code of the West' to each other. This was fun--and effective! Thank you for doing such a spectacular job and making 'training' not so painful. Keep up the good work. The only way is the Cowboy way!"
-Carlene Martell
Retail Sales Manager
Media One
"Often times you attend a seminar or presentation and forget the content before application. Ridin' for the Brand provided engagement and application. The response was overwhelmingly the best we have had and we have had excellent presenters over the years at this (Top of Utah Business Expo) event."
-Dave Hardman
President/CEO
Ogden/Weber Chamber of Commerce
"The training you do is so much better than someone just standing in front of a room of people droning on. The staff, both youth and adult, felt like they were involved in the training and listened and participated like I've never seen them do before. Great Job! I would recommend you guys to any organization for customer service training."
-Donna Pett
Brigham City Recreation Dept
"Our staff all mentioned that it was nice to be entertained while being trained. They all appreciated the western atmosphere of the training that helped them think of their job and themselves as contributing members to our brand. This unique style of training will have a long-lasting effect on our staff. It has opened the eyes of our youth to a whole new concept of service that they can provide to our patrons while they Ride for our Brand...and having fun while doing it!"
-Kristy Law
Director
Brigham City Recreation Dept
"They not only looked great dressed as they were, but were very knowledgeable in their presentation. They used simple down-to-earth common sense in getting the attendees to understand basic things that definitely will improve their businesses. The attendees loved the way they taught the principles they were trying to get across, and did so with humor and music!"
-Nancy Gibbs
Chair
Tri-State Telecom Conference
"Just a little note to tell you, again, how awesome you were at our school and how much we loved having you. I will refer anyone I know. You are the best!"
-Connie Saccomanno
The Winner School
"We had attendees from all over the country and a few international people. We wanted motivational material that tied into our company's culture as well as our state culture. The Hired Guns had a great message, delivered with a decidedly western flavor. People heard the message and liked the hand outs. I also liked the creativity of making a simple brand. "
-Dennis Lindsay
Supplier Relations Manager
JC Penney
Warm Western Welcomes
"With over 5,000 people in attendance, we received rave reviews from employees on the entertainment by In Cahoots/Hired Guns. From 'howdy-ing' guests as they arrived to singing their original songs to taking cowboy pictures with families, Hired Guns added true Western flair to our Summer Stampede event! Thanks Creek and The Marshal for an outstanding job!"
-Breklyn Morgan
L3 Communications
"I saw a ton of great spirits, high energy and good times. The way you were always moving through the crowd making people comfortable and getting them to smile. I give much credit that everyone had such a good time largely to you. We intend to do this event again next year, so mark it in your calendars."
-Ben Farquharson
Organizer, Asphalt Rodeo and Chili Cookoff
Silver Creek Business Commons
"For the past five years we have done a customer appreciation open house. It was starting to become the same thing - until we got Hired Guns involved. These guys really made a HUGE difference. All of our guest enjoyed being greeted or 'Howdeed' as they arrived. Their fun Western personalities made our guests feel comfortable upon arrival as Lannie and Craig informed them of the various activities going on around the party. They also treated us to some real cowboy entertainment as they sang. We will definitely use them again and will recommend them to all of our customers."
-Rob Meier
President
Meier's Catering
"It would not have been nearly as successful without the Hired Guns. You kept order, made all participants feel warm and fuzzy and you added so much to Light the Night. You guys really are the BEST! Again, a million and one thanks for your participation and your donation to this wonderful cause."
-Hazel Rimmasch
Wells Fargo Bank
Committee Chair, Light the Night
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
"I wanted to thank you for such a fantastic event. You guys were great! We love working with you, Hired Guns! Every interaction we've had has proven that you are nothing but the most professional, talented, accommodating, well-mannered Cowboys. You bring our western events to the "next level." Thank you so much for all you do!"
-Kasey Stanislaw
Event Director
The Canyons
Entertainment Cowboy-Style
"We love you guys! It was such a fantastic show with great music and some unknown history. The mood was always light and everyone left with smiles on their faces and 'Happy Trails' on their minds. THANK YOU!"
-Emily Beeson
Park City Historical Society/Museum
"USANA hosted a Western themed opening party for our international convention attended by 10,000 people. Our goal is for it to be fun and exciting for all those who attend. The "Hired Guns" were a great asset to our event. They were so talented and kept the theme going strong. More importantly, they were able to fill voids as they saw them without direction, catered to our invitees, and were respectful of my needs. I will hire them again!"
-Kim Pratt
Senior Marketing Manager
USANA
"I wanted to personally thank you both for your above-expectations performance at our event last night. We hope to work with you all again in the near future."
-David Gowens
Scenemakers
"...a great addition to any event..."
-Deirdra Walsh
Park City Mountain Resort
"You both were fantastic!!! I can't begin to tell you how much you added to this event. THANK YOU!!!"
-Kristen Ricks
Campaign Manager, Light the Night
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
"You were a fantastic addition to the evening...we'll be in touch once the planning for next year's event begins!"
-Jennifer Vance
Executive Director
World Cup Dreams Foundation
"Your email was an answer to my prayers for some special entertainment at the reunion banquet. I can't thank you enough. Everyone loved being greeted; you saved the day when you jumped in and helped with the raffle and got everyone laughing and enjoying themselves. You had great jokes, wonderful songs and are two really nice guys. I can't imagine a group that could be more entertaining. Thank you again for a wonderful evening."
-Glori Hoffman
President
Johnston/Hoel Association
"This was by far the best money we have ever spent on entertainment."
-Bill Picard
Step Saver, Inc. of Utah and Nevada
"Our guests thoroughly enjoyed your entertainment as did the employees. We will definitely keep you in mind for future needs. You were wonderful to work with and true gentlemen (and cowboys)!"
-Wendy Crozier
Administrative Assistant
Albion Plant Nutrition
"I must say that you two were the hit of the party & I was so happy I hired you. Your show was fantastic & we all loved the music. Everyone raved about it & it was perfect for our birthday celebration. Thanks again."
-Patty Williams
"Thank you soooooooooo much for making our festival a success. You guys were and are wonderful. We have had many say this was the best ever."
-Bonnie Riding
Executive Director
Kanab Western Legends Roundup
"GREAT job last night, guys. You sounded great, it was educational, and you are superior entertainers."
-Michael Christensen
Folklorist/Cultural Specialist
Utah Cultural Celebration Center
"We were across the way when the sounds of "Ghost Riders in the Sky" floated over to us and dragged us to the bandstand area. I have never heard such a beautiful, soulful and poetic version of that song. My children sat there with me enthralled with your characters and the amazing music. They have been talking about you guys the whole way home. My 8 year old kept saying how she couldn't believe that you let her strum the guitar. I really appreciate your kindness with my children. It is nice to know that in this day and age, cowboy chivalry isn't dead."
-Katie Enright
"Thanks for a great evening of entertainment. You guys were a big hit. We got fabulous responses back for your program and interaction with our participants. It was a perfect evening."
-Allison Summers
Director, Corporate Finance
MTC (Management and Training Corporation)
"I've appreciated your unique combination of professionalism and fun as we worked together."
-Mike Winder
Mayor
West Valley City, UT
Brand Building
"Thank you for the great job you and Creek have done to get us ready for our Grand Opening. Your diligence and professionalism in taking care of the advertising have made our lives so much easier. We knew we could depend on you to be creative and meet the deadlines. Please feel free to refer any of your potential clients to us for a recommendation. Keep up the great work!"
-Doug and Margie Hollinger
Owners
Park City Clothing Company
