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Ellyn Schmitz
Valid | Director | Practice Lead | Subject Matter Expert | Analytics, Insights, and Strategy
Lisle, Illinois
"Marty has been a vital asset to Valid in a number of executive roles throughout his long tenure. As evident in the many roles he’s performed, Marty’s always willing to help regardless if it’s a request from the executive board, a fellow coworker, or a direct report.
Marty was critical to Valid’s global merger and acquisition efforts through his assessments of varying businesses, technologies, industries and countries. His proven transformation leadership skills were instrumental in consolidating and transitioning these new acquisitions into successful businesses for Valid.
Marty’s executive leadership of data and analytical solutions is widely known and highly respected both throughout the industry as well among his internal team. He always made time if needed to roll up his sleeves and examine the most granular level of details to thoroughly understand an issue or find a good solution.
Marty offers a rare set of knowledge and experience spanning people, process, data, and technologies that you just don’t see today. He’ll be a valuable asset to any organization."
Stephen Sieloff
Valid | Director of Software Development | Director of Client Engagement & Strategy
Lake Mary, Florida
"I have known Marty for the past 40+ years and have had the pleasure of reporting to him the past 2+ years of my career. Marty Kurpiel has a strong and proven record of accomplishment in leadership, IT and business development. This trifecta of industry acumen is rare and Marty has demonstrated his ability to excel in each aspect of our business.
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I have personally seen Marty lead technical reviews, client engagement meetings, high-level strategy meetings as well as tactical system implementations. Marty is able to help clients understand what needs to be done and why it will be beneficial to them. Marty's work ethic is second to none and I have seen Marty working 80+ hour weeks in order to meet demanding deadlines and exceed client's expectations. Marty encourages collaboration and his teams are high performing as a result. I have walked away from such meetings with a greater appreciation of Marty’s skill sets each time.
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I have found Marty to be a great mentor. Marty has provided me with the ability to self-direct my career while always making himself available to provide guidance, discuss and support my decisions. A key reason for my decision to join the Valid team was the fact that I would be able to work with Marty and I have valued each and every interaction we have had. It is without hesitation that I offer Marty Kurpiel my highest level of recommendation -- Marty will make a great addition to any leadership team!"
Joe Furgiuele
Urban Adventurer
New York, New York
"Marty Kurpiel is a dedicated and proven leader with decades of experience in managing both people and processes. He has conceived and directed systems & data center evolution, whether through upgrades, migration, or acquisition/integration, resulting in successful implementation throughout the organization and across myriad services offerings to marquee clients – all at the highest standards of data integrity and security.
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He’s had responsibility for business unit leadership, including vision & strategic planning, organizational structure & staffing, overall unit performance, and financial evaluation & reporting.
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He has managed myriad departments including Sales, Account Services, System Design & Support, as well as, Operations and Logistics. His leadership and collaborative style have supported and empowered his staff to consistently deliver measurable improvements in any and all areas under his purview.
Marty has worked with some of the largest marketers in the country, providing end-to-end solutions from data management to custom personalization, and distribution - both digital and physical. Major Financial Services clients have relied on Marty and his team to ensure the accuracy, immediacy, integrity, privacy, and security of their most sensitive client data, all in compliance with the constantly evolving regimen of local, national, and international requirements – and while maintaining conversancy with Postal & Privacy regulations, alternate delivery options, and overall logistics support.
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I’ve worked with Marty for more than three decades and from every side of the desk; I’ve been his client, his vendor, his partner. Regardless, his attitude, leadership, and personal ethos always had the same focus: to solve problems, meet requirements, seize opportunities, and exceed expectations. He is the essence of a “Team Player” – a collaborator and facilitator from every side of the desk and for everyone at the table.
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I recommend him enthusiastically and unreservedly."
Christopher Pickering
MeritDirect | Executive Vice President
Evanston, Illinois
"What a consistently great partner! Marty is one of the easiest people I have ever had the good fortune to work with, always looking for the solution that works best for the client. He has a great and somewhat unique ability to both know what goes into work at the detail level, and keep the larger picture in mind. He has great perspective. Two thumbs up!"