
Testimonials
With demonstrated expertise, unparalleled breadth of knowledge and a few laughs, Jay McDonald is ready to share insight, experience and wisdom.

It has been my pleasure to re-engage with Jay through our work with Vistage International. Jay brings a wide berth of experiences to any situation. He has an uncanny ability to listen intently, analyze quickly, and bring solutions to the forefront. He has a quick wit, which not only puts people...
It has been my pleasure to re-engage with Jay through our work with Vistage International. Jay brings a wide berth of experiences to any situation. He has an uncanny ability to listen intently, analyze quickly, and bring solutions to the forefront. He has a quick wit, which not only puts people at ease, but also brings out the best in them. Jay knows how to combine his keen business sense, common sense, and personal touch to help business leaders become better leaders, make better decisions, and live a happier life. If you are working with Jay, it doesn’t get any better!
Julie Nimmons
Vistage Chair and former Chairman, CEO & President of Schutt Sports

Jay McDonald represents the highest in professional achievement. For many years Jay and I worked together in banking. Following a successful career in finance, Jay became an entrepreneur and was successful in multiple ventures. He has always been unselfish in spending the time to help junior...
Jay McDonald represents the highest in professional achievement. For many years Jay and I worked together in banking. Following a successful career in finance, Jay became an entrepreneur and was successful in multiple ventures. He has always been unselfish in spending the time to help junior colleagues be successful. He is a first rate board member and advisor on strategic plans. Having been a CEO multiple times, he knows how to help CEO’s achieve their objectives.
A D Frazier
Georgia Oak Partners, LLC; Chief Operating Officer, Centennial Olympic Games, Atlanta, Georgia

Jay took over as president of NCI when the company was in need of direction and focus. He brought these attributes to the table and helped NCI through a tremendous growth period, that I was proud to be a part of. I would love to work with Jay in future, he was a great mentor!
Kyle Nickel
President, Get Found In Town

Jay McDonald's vast business experience in leading organizations through change uniquely positions him among executive coaches. Jay's C-Suite experience would be a great complement to a CEO's existing team.
Pepper Bullock
Director, D & O Advisory Practice, TalentQuest

When it comes to defining a company's strategic advantage, one should look to Jay McDonald for help! Jay's depth of experience and business acumen is always right on target. His true niche is in his unique approach to turnaround strategies and re-positioning companies for revenue maximization....
When it comes to defining a company's strategic advantage, one should look to Jay McDonald for help! Jay's depth of experience and business acumen is always right on target. His true niche is in his unique approach to turnaround strategies and re-positioning companies for revenue maximization. He has a proven track record of unprecedented success.
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Jay is a man of great integrity. He is a true professional. Jay is smart and focused but still very down to earth. He is a kind and caring person as well. Jay was always one of my favorite clients not only for his warm personality but for the fact that he "gets it". If only every client could be...
Jay is a man of great integrity. He is a true professional. Jay is smart and focused but still very down to earth. He is a kind and caring person as well. Jay was always one of my favorite clients not only for his warm personality but for the fact that he "gets it". If only every client could be like Jay!
Holly Clifford Corral
President, Tango Marketing
I've known and observed Jay, in most of the functions detailed in his LinkIn profile, for more than 35 years. He brings enthusiasm, energy and creativity to everything he undertakes. He's an achiever who likes working with others.
Marshall Morton
President, Chief Executive, Media General
Jay is a seasoned and experienced business executive with broad experience in both entrepreneurial environments and in corporate America. His problem solving skills, business perspective and customer relationship skills are a great asset to executives and business owners alike.
Peter Carey
President & CEO, American Screen Art
Jay is a great mentor and shares his knowledge and time freely and without reciprocation. We have been colleagues for over a year and have come to rely on one another for honest unfiltered and unbiased feedback. There is no one Ii know with greater insight, honesty and integrity than Jay
David Nettina
Principal MRC Capital Group
Jay is a great professional and a long time friend and colleague. He has an outstanding acumen for business and his sense of how to accomplish key objectives is grounded and thorough. He listens well and has a breadth of experience across both the business and non-profit sectors. Easy to recommend.
Joe Irwin
President & CEO, Georgia Tech Alumni Association
Jay is very smart, also practical. He gets things done. People love working for and with him. He has very broad experience, with a foundation in finance. He seems to always end up running something important.
Pat Pittard
Chairman & CEO, Heidrick & Struggles

Jay is one of Vistage’s rising stars. In a community of supremely successful business professionals, who now Chair peer advisory groups of likeminded high performing Chief Executive Officers. Jay has set himself apart. He has earned two of Vistage’s top Chair awards within his first two...
Jay is one of Vistage’s rising stars. In a community of supremely successful business professionals, who now Chair peer advisory groups of likeminded high performing Chief Executive Officers. Jay has set himself apart. He has earned two of Vistage’s top Chair awards within his first two years. I look forward to his continued success as a Vistage Chair for many, many years to come.
Ruby Randall
Vistage International’s President and Chief Operating Officer

Jay is a great mentor and shares his knowledge and time freely and without reciprocation. We have been colleagues for over a year and have come to rely on one another for honest unfiltered and unbiased feedback. There is no one Ii know with greater insight, honesty and integrity than Jay.
David Nettina
Principal MRC Capital Group

Jay is a remarkable individual, with a unique blend of people and business skills. It is no wonder he received our Rookie of the Year and Chair Excellence awards for 2012. His care and concern for people naturally creates a winning environment, and we are proud to have a leader of his caliber...
Jay is a remarkable individual, with a unique blend of people and business skills. It is no wonder he received our Rookie of the Year and Chair Excellence awards for 2012. His care and concern for people naturally creates a winning environment, and we are proud to have a leader of his caliber with Vistage International in Atlanta.
Phillip Thomas
Vistage International’s Senior Vice President for the Eastern United States

Jay is the consummate professional who brings sound judgment and clarity to everything he does. As a leader and visionary, he is world-class in every respect. I've worked with many CEO's and advisors and he is someone I will continue to turn to for best in class advice and counsel.
Wayne Luke
Managing Partner, The Bridgespan Group

Jay is a seasoned and experienced business executive with broad experience in both entrepreneurial environments and in corporate America. His problem solving skills, business perspective and customer relationship skills are a great asset to executives and business owners alike.