Frequently Asked Questions

Q.	Who are Imperial's clients?
A.	For over four decades we have served: International and U.S. businesses Government entities in the United States, Canada, Switzerland, & Asia Workforce development organizations Economic development organizations Trade and professional associations Non-profit organizations Educational institutions Community-based organizations (CBOs) Non-governmental  organizations (NGOs) Click for client list
Q.	What are Imperial's principal client services?
A.	Our services include: Executive briefings Client-specific research Coaching/advising (Retainer or Project-based) Presentations including conference keynotes, workshops, panel discussions, retreats, and book discussion programs Strategic workforce planning and development Establishing and supporting CBOs and NGOs Training and development services White papers and other publications Policy formation
Q.	How do you assist businesses?
A.	Imperial informs key decision-makers and others on the impact of labor market forces on strategic workforce development through both briefings and carefully researched and customized white papers. We review future talent needs. Imperial can help a business better align current internal-external employee development programs and plan for new strategic human capital interventions that supply skilled people both in the short- and long-term. Ed Gordon and his associates are experienced senior consultants who have assisted many organizations in their human capital planning.
Q.	How does Imperial assist educational institutions?
A.	Imperial helps educational institutions establish and maintain more effective partnerships with local businesses, non-profits, unions, and other community organizations. (For more information, see Business-Education Partnerships.) Imperial has developed parent and general community programs on career education, literacy, and high school completion. We further provide convocation speeches, and programs for elementary, high schools, community colleges, and four-year colleges and universities on career education, literacy, and tutoring issues. (Click Tutoring Literacy Resources for more information.)
Q.	How does Imperial assist communities/regions with labor-market development issues?
A.	Imperial helps communities increase business-education-community collaboration through non-government organizations (NGO) or community-based organizations (CBOs). We help create or renew NGOs/CBOs through research, coaching/consulting, and presentations to begin or expand local community/business commitment to this process.
Q.	What distinguishes Ed Gordon's  presentations from those of other speakers?
A.	Three features - content, publications, and speaking skills - distinguish Ed's presentations from the rest. Ed Gordon is a recognized expert who offers his audiences the latest information and solutions . His well-written, carefully researched books and articles can be made available to audiences to back up what they hear and see. Ed Gordon's thoughtful presentations, passion for his topic, and superior speaking ability will motivate individuals at all levels to rethink their views and consider taking immediate action on these important issues. The bottom line: Ed Gordon is an expert who speaks as well as he writes.