Feedback from workshop attendees, students, colleagues, and educators who have worked with Paul.
18Testimonials
4Categories
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Educators & School Staff
Keynote Address
"I can't thank you enough. The keynote was outstanding. I am certain that everyone in the auditorium bought something from it."
Dr. Scott Cascone
Superintendent, Holmdel Township Public Schools
Week of Respect Assembly
"Paul!!!!!! Franklin school is buzzing about what a great assembly was provided to them this morning!!!! Both impactful and lively.... I thank you with all my heart. You made a difference today. I am so grateful for that. I will tag you on socials for Franklin. Have a wonderful day and yes, expect another call."
Konstantina H.
School Counselor
Classroom Poetry Event
"THANK YOU!!! You did an amazing job with that poem - just WOW! I am in awe. Thanks for dedicating so much time to making our class party so special for each and every one of the kids. This will especially be something that Gabriel remembers - what a special moment. Wishing you and yours a wonderful holiday season!"
Jenna A.
Teacher
Students
Young Speakers Academy
"Hi Paul, I just wanted to let you know about one of my many experiences after joining your leadership program. Going to your classes has helped me a lot! It has helped me with my public speaking, my confidence, and my overall presentation skills. The school recently had tryouts for a theater show in fall. After the first casting, I got a part. Not just any part but one of the main parts of the play. Getting one of the main parts is very important because you need to memorize a lot of your lines. You also need to be confident when going on stage and doing the play in front of all the parents. You have helped me with my public speaking and my confidence before going on stage. I thank you for teaching me all the techniques to fight off all the nerves when on the big stage. Thank you and appreciate all your help."
Eva M.
Jr. High School Student
Workshop & Event Attendees
Monmouth County · Public Speaking & Active Listening
"I wanted to reach out to you to thank you for your informative presentations yesterday — we received very good feedback! Iris and Kathy told me your wheelhouse is AI and you provide seminars/presentations on it. I would like to do a call with you in the near future to discuss a presentation to our AI committee."
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Glenn Talavera
Director, Monmouth County Department of Human Resources · Hall of Records
Monmouth County Fall Employee Expo · 2026
"We know it is a very long day for the presenters (and you had very big groups) but your enthusiasm for your work never wavered! I was in the lobby as people come and go, and so many people made it a point to tell us how much they enjoyed your classes."
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Kathleen McGurrin
Human Resources, County of Monmouth
Monmouth County · Employee Development Expo
"I just wanted to thank you again for being such a key part of our Employee Development Expo. We heard such positive feedback from everyone who participated in your training sessions. I was only able to attend the Public Speaking Training, but I thought it was wonderful and definitely came away with some useful tips for my next presentation! As discussed, we would definitely be interested in working with you again, and are very interested in one of your AI Trainings. It was a pleasure working with you!"
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Kathleen McGurrin
Human Resources, County of Monmouth
Public Speaking Workshop
"Your presentations were wonderful. Just the right amount of humor to keep peoples attention on your message. You did great and what you are doing is great!"
Margaret R.
Pastoral Minister for Church Management
Colleagues
AMD - Engineering Team
"Paul and I worked together at AMD. His abilities to quickly adapt to new situations, readily grasp new programming concepts and constructs, and work easily with others are great assets to any business. Paul is the type of engineer that brings teams together because he clearly appreciates the contributions of individuals he works with while being patient with their shortcomings. You can tell from working with him that he takes pride in the quality of his work and I would love to have him on any team I'd work with."
Joshua D.
Principal Architect
AMD - Manager Recommendation
"Paul is a dedicated individual who strived to do the best work possible on any task given to him. In the time I was his manager, he worked relentlessly to complete projects on time, and always took constructive feedback in a very positive manner. He has shown a very high potential, and I expect him to grow into an outstanding engineer. It is for these reasons among others that I recommend Paul for employment for a position he qualifies for."
James A.
Lead/Manager Software Tools Engineering
AT&T · Application Architecture
"Working alongside Paul on the same team for the past three years gave me a firsthand view of his technical expertise, professionalism, and collaborative approach. He consistently tackled complex challenges with a thoughtful, solution-oriented mindset and was someone the team could always rely on. What sets Paul apart is his willingness to share knowledge and support others. He communicates effectively, builds strong relationships, and helps create a positive, high-performing team."
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Nhan Ngo
Application Architect for Risk Intelligence, AT&T
Business Operations
"Paul's professionalism, collaborative approach, and positive attitude is why he earns the respect of those around him. I can't recall an interaction where he wasn't approachable or without a smile on his face. His technical expertise is evident, but what truly distinguishes him is his character and the way he builds strong relationships with colleagues. Paul is the type of professional who elevates a team simply by being part of it."
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Debra Calamito
AVP, Business Operations
AT&T · Application Development
"I have worked with Paul for quite a few years, both as teammates on a project as well as just coworkers. He is great to work with since he is very capable and handled his assignments well. He is also personable and enjoyable to talk with on subjects outside of our work duties. I would not hesitate to recommend him."
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George Doscher
Senior Applications Developer, AT&T
AT&T · Technology Leadership
"Paul and I worked in adjacent projects in the same organization and collaborated occasionally. He is a highly capable and adaptable IT professional who still retains his excitement for technology. Over the years, he transitioned from being an individual contributor to managing a DevOps team for a mission critical project and excelled at both. Outside of work, he came up with interesting and winning ideas for hackathons and was a regular speaker at annual conferences. He is the complete professional package and an asset to any organization he joins."
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Prashant Sharma
Senior Application Developer, AT&T
AT&T · Direct Manager
"Paul is an exemplary employee who is forward thinking, creative and technically competent. He works well both individually and as part of a team. Paul continues to push his own boundaries and learns new methods constantly. He holds multiple patents and elevates others as well to earn credentials."
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Heather Wighton
Director, AT&T
AT&T · Engineering Colleague
"I had the pleasure of working with Paul for several years, and I can confidently say that he is one of the most reliable and professional IT specialists I have worked with. Paul combines strong technical expertise with exceptional organizational and leadership skills. He consistently takes ownership of his work, manages complex tasks effectively, and always delivers high-quality results. His ability to stay organized, prioritize responsibilities, and keep projects on track makes him an invaluable member of any team."
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Mger Babayan
Principal Application Developer, AT&T
AT&T Research
"I worked closely with Paul when he first joined AT&T Research and we quickly became friends. His work speaks for itself, but his kindness, integrity, and hard working nature are among his strongest assets. He would definitely be a great addition to a software development team and I highly recommend him."
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Art Zaifman
Software Developer
AT&T · Team Recommendation
"I had the pleasure of working alongside Paul Ireifej during his time at AT&T. Paul was a reliable team player who brought a positive, collaborative energy to our group. He was always willing to contribute and support others. One thing that consistently stood out was his excellent communication—he had a real ability to present ideas clearly and confidently, whether in team discussions, presentations, or working with stakeholders. I wish him continued success in his next role."