Experience

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  Practical Strategies Ltd

  • Principal
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  Practical Strategies ltd®

  • Principal

    • Oct 2005 - Present

  • President & CEO

    • Oct 2005 - Present

  • President and Chief Executive Officer

    • Apr 2018 - Apr 2020

    "The Academy for Leadership Abilities® series, created by Cindy Baden and Russ Tippett, are valuable playbooks in the game of life."Coach Lou HoltzNational College FootballHall of Fame

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  Business and Educational Programs Development E...

  • New Lexington, OH USA

  • Recognition

    • Jan 2006 - Present
    • New Lexington, OH USA

    Perry County Ohio Board of Developmental DisabilitiesOur agency has worked with Practical Strategies ltd® for over five years on a consistent basis. Our involvement goes back eight years when consideration is given for as needed services. PS ltd provides quality services with a very personal side...

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  Academy for Leadership Abilities® (ALA): Leader...

  • New Lexington, OH USA

  • Senior Project Director

    • Mar 2015 - Apr 2020
    • New Lexington, OH USA

    Responsible for overall development and management of the Academy for Leadership Abilities® (ALA), the world’s premier producer of Superior Leadership Skills & Personal Growth/Self-Learning Strategies educational programs for youth, grades 7-12, ages 12-18 years. Key principles such as ethica...

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  Academy for Leadership Abilities®

  • Consultant

    • Apr 2012 - Apr 2020

    Leadership Skills and Personal Growth/Self-Learning Strategies educational program development experts.Practical Strategies ltd co-founders Russ Tippett and Cindy Baden and Perry County (OH) Board of Developmental Disabilities Superintended David C. Couch are Academy for Leadership Abilities co-founders. Tippett and Baden, et.al., are international and domestically-respected educational program development experts. Their formal education coupled with their combined 65 year career experiences in the field of education are shared in this work.

  • Senior Project Director

    • Apr 2012 - Apr 2020

    RECOGNITION. I have worked with Russ Tippett and Cindy Baden in various capacities for over 20 years. They are who you see. I recommend them both on personal and professional levels. What they have produced in the ALA curriculum is a reflection of their character as well as their years of study and practice of leadership on many levels. Via their consulting firm Practical Strategies ltd®, through their efforts with ALA, they have strengthened our PCBDD relationship. I highly recommend them as people and an organization who can be trusted at the ground level while making things happen at higher levels. Respectfully, David C. Couch, Superintendent

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  Practical Strategies ltd®

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  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Recognition

    • Mar 1983 - Oct 2011

    Russ, you inspire me! Thanks for being the outstanding educator that you are, and I appreciate your friendship more than I can say.Kathy Shepherd Buckley1983 School of Natural Resources GraduateHocking College, Nelsonville, OH USAWell done. It was quite a project (90 page grant application), but I look forward to getting this project going. Thank you for working so hard on it.David Couch, SuperintendentPerry County Board of Developmental DisabilitiesToastmasters International® Advanced Communicator Silver, recognition is given to Russell K. Tippett for exceptional achievement in the Toastmasters International® communications program.The $98,000 grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Recycling and Litter Prevention has been awarded. Thank you Practical Strategies ltd® [Cindy Baden & Russ Tippett] for all your superior work.Ron Spung, DirectorPerCo, Inc.

  • Recognition

    • Jan 2010 - Mar 2011

    I worked closely with Russ Tippett for 2 years on several conceptual projects at Hocking College. Russell was instrumental in helping me forge an effective working relationship with the Information Technology Department at Cedarville University to the benefit of Hocking College. Russell was always available and quite competent to help conceptualize significant technology activities that would benefit the College. Russ Tippett always put the best interests of Hocking College students first and he always conducted his activities with honesty, integrity and competency.George HinkleIndependent Information Technology and Services ProfessionalI have known and worked with Russ Tippett for the past 10 years. In regards to Practical Strategies ltd®, his company and services, his constant demonstration of direct focus and attention to details in construction and execution of services is second to none. Russ is a quality person with a quality product.John CallagherIndependent Management Consulting ProfessionalThe grant application looks great! Thank you Practical Strategies ltd® for all your help and patience with this project. I’m certain we have the best opportunity to obtain this grant. As always, it’s a pleasure to work with you both [Cindy Baden & Russ Tippett].Ron Spung, DirectorPerCo, Inc.Toastmasters International, Advanced Communicator Bronze, recognition is given to Russell K. Tippett for exceptional achievements in the Toastmasters International communications program.Practical Strategies ltd® leadership, this is a great idea. Be well and thank you for everything. Your and Cindy’s (Cindy Baden) currency as committed local leaders and connectors is immense and thank you for using it to the greater benefit for our region.Michelle Decker, Executive DirectorRural Action

  • Recognition

    • Feb 2008 - Dec 2010

    Thank you Practical Strategies ltd® so much for your generous donation to the Ely Chapman Education Foundation (ECEF). Your support has enabled ECEF to help over 10,000 children with their academic achievements since our founding in 1999. Alice E. ChapmanChair/FounderThe Multicultural Genealogical Center, in honor of Russell Tippett (Practical Strategies ltd®), with sincere appreciation for your dedication and service. Your involvement has contributed significantly to the success of MGC.Ada Woodson Adams, PresidentMGC Board of DirectorsRuss, I thank Practical Strategies ltd® again for showing me around and sharing your life’s work with me. The Ohio Outback® is certainly the most beautiful region of Ohio. I hope that your passion and desire to make life better for residents there continues to catch on.Sara Nicholson, Graduate Studies StudentThe Ohio State UniversityToastmasters International, Competent Communicator, recognition is given to Russell K. Tippett for exceptional achievements in the Toastmasters International Communication Program.It is with regret that we need to accept your (Russell K. Tippett) letter of resignation from the Morgan County (Ohio) Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Trustees. Your input was invaluable as we organized and wrote the Bylaws. Thank you for your help including all the time spent on the Treasurer’s tasks while you served in that capacity.Marlys J. Barbee, SecretaryOn behalf of the Members of the MCCVBAll of us who are committed to education realize that financial resources are crucial to our continued success. With friends like you, we are assured that the mission and vision of Hocking College will continue. Thanks Russ for everything.John J. Light, Ph.D., PresidentHocking College

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  Practical Strategies ltd®

  • Recognition

    • Jan 2007 - Dec 2007

    Our Board used Practical Strategies ltd® to develop a five year strategic plan. I am pleased to recommend them to you for a number of reasons, the most important to me being the final product is practical and useful. The process was focused and directed toward efficiency while involving a number of stakeholders.We found Practical Strategies ltd® willing to work within the scope of our agency while asking the tough questions to challenge us in our thinking. Their goal was to move us in the direction of accomplishing our goals. In addition, we found the cost to be very reasonable.David C. Couch, SuperintendentPerry County Board of Development DisabilitiesOver the course of six decades, WATG has become the world’s leading design consultant for the hospitality, leisure, and entertainment industries. Practical Strategies ltd® was honored that co-founder Gerald Allison graciously endorsed the quality of Practical Strategies ltd® by granting the privilege of presenting The Creative Process Program to our clients under shared banners.Dr. Gerald Allison, Co-founderWimberly, Allison, Tong & GooI have known Russ Tippett for almost twenty years. I served on the founding board of the Ohio Environmental Education Fund board with him for a number of years. Most recently, he became a board member of the Rural Action Board of Directors. He has always demonstrated a commitment to the issue at hand and he is truly dedicated to his community. He is very knowledgeable about the southeastern Ohio, history of the region, natural resources, economic development and workforce development. I am proud that he serves on my board and gives 100% to our organization.Jane Forrest Redfern, Executive DirectorRural Action

  • Recognition

    • Jan 2004 - Feb 2007

    I have known Russ Tippett for approximately twenty-five years through my position as Trustee at Hocking College in Nelsonville, Ohio. He has been a tremendous asset of the college with his work ethic, loyalty, knowledge and continuous enthusiasm for educational opportunities in Appalachia Ohio. I have always viewed Russ as a super star member of the team at Hocking College and value his input for my benefit as a Trustee.I also have learned to know Russ personally over the years. I can attest to his character as a good citizen, excellent morals and ethical practices in every aspect about him.J. Thomas Hill, CPAI have known Russell Tippett since we were both in our early teen years. He was a positive, fun-loving person, as he is today. He was someone you could rely on to be truthful and to do the right thing. He is a supporter of the Boy Scouts. He appreciates the outdoors and seeks to preserve it for our grandchildren, He promotes the Stuart Opera House, The need to reclaim strip-mined lands, the promotion of tourism and the responsible enjoyment of the outdoors, the need for flood control measures, the importance of preserving local history, technology in rural areas. I consider Russ to be a trusted friend.L. Alan Goldsberry, JudgeI want to thank Practical Strategies ltd® very much for your strong and practical leadership in helping the FaithLink Board during our strategic planning. It was very helpful to see what we wanted and what we might need to address as we go forward from here.Wendy R. Tuck, Executive DirectorVolunteer Action CenterLeadership Recognition AwardA True Leader… has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions and the compassion to listen to the needs of others. Presented to Russ Tippett by Hocking College School of Natural Resources Team

  • President & CEO

    • Apr 2005 - Oct 2005

    Strategic Plan/Business Plan/Agency Resource File DevelopmentLeadership: Certified John C. Maxwell Motivational Speakers, Teachers and CoachesEducational Programs Development Expert with Cindy BadenExperience saves time, lends credence, minimizes risk and yields results.RUSS TIPPETT AND CINDY BADEN ARE INDEPENDENT CERTIFIED COACHES, TEACHERS AND SPEAKERS WITH THE JOHN MAXWELL TEAM.BADEN IS AN INDEPENDENT LES BROWN MOTIVATIONAL MESSAGES TRAINED PUBLIC SPEAKER.TIPPETT IS AN INDEPENDENT PROFESSIONAL EXECUTIVE COACH TRAINED BY WORLD CLASS COACH CHRISTIAN SIMPSON.

  • Management Consulting Experts

    • Jan 2005 - Oct 2005

    Experience saves time, lends credence, minimizes risk and yields results.Practical Strategies ltd® (PS ltd) provides candid, reliable, friendly services to all stakeholders at competitive prices while constantly focusing on objective and unbiased Superior Solutions, Superior Quality and Constant Innovation in the field of business. Our Focus: Economic Development; Resource File/Business Plan/Strategic Plan Development (Essential for effective Grants Acquisition, Fundraising and Business Operations); Eco/Heritage Tourism Development & Guides (International and Domestic); Events/Business Conference Organizers & Managers (International and Domestic).Accountability: Conversations with each client ensures PS ltd has clear understanding of exactly what the client needs and wants, when they want it. Without question, each client is in control. What is to be done is each client’s decision. We respect our clients.Our friendly, candid, reliable specialists are performance-driven and committed to uncompromising integrity as we pursue perfection with problem solving insight in every service provided. We rigidly comply with strict performance standards and relentless attention to details. The simple truth is every PS ltd Expert is held accountable to each client and to each other. PS ltd does not make excuses. Experienced Experts: The PS ltd Leadership Team of Tippett and Cindy S. Baden has more than 60 years combined experience serving as and with senior administrators. PS ltd provides a wealth of proven business and fund raising knowledge, skills, and abilities that are shared with clients. We are committed to providing clients stable, predictable value.Common sense says don't ignore working together with PS ltd to ensure your business runs with fewer hassles. The consequences of failure to explore business with us will likely cost your operation money.

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  Mainland China Missions International, HOPE Mis...

  • Fuzhou, China

  • Conversational English Teacher

    • Jul 2006 - Aug 2006
    • Fuzhou, China

    Taught conversational English to intermediate-level (marginal) English-speaking Chinese youth ranging in age from 12 - 16 years of age. Accommodations were dormitory-style with native-food cafeteria dining. Students were both female and male. Lived, ate, slept, taught, played and shared life-stor...

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  Practical Strategies ltd ® Consulting Firm

  • Malta, Ohio USA

  • President & CEO Practical Strategied ltd®, Consulting Firm

    • Oct 2005 - Oct 2005
    • Malta, Ohio USA

    Internationally Respected educational programs creators.

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  Practical Strategies ltd®, Consulting Firm

  • President & CEO

    • Oct 2005 - Oct 2005

  • President & CEO

    • Apr 2005 - Oct 2005

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  Practical Strategies ltd® Consulting Firm

  • Malta, Ohio USA

  • President & CEO

    • Oct 2005 - Oct 2005
    • Malta, Ohio USA
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  Hocking College

  • Senior Vice President

    • 1973 - 2004

    Tippett, retired with 47 1/2 years total service, retired from Hocking College after 30 years service in Dec 2004; continued employment in part-time capacity reporting to college president as Campus Safety & Security Senior Administrator; additional focus: Clean Coal Institute Development and...

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  Recognition

  • Hocking College, Nelsonville, OH

  • Dean School of Natural Resources

    • 1973 - 2004
    • Hocking College, Nelsonville, OH

    RussI want you to know a group of us had a recent conversation about you and how you managed to put the best team of misfits together we had ever worked with. All of us with our own strengths and potentials we did not even know we had coming together for the common good of our students first, the...