"Stephen was introduced to AWS Institute by RMIT to facilitate the Executive Education Programme in Digital Transformation for Public Sector leaders. Stephen was the virtual glue of the three-week initiative, ensuring a linkage of the key themes and learning insights for each session. Going above and beyond, he provided additional learning measures to engage equip senior public servants and elected officials with the confidence and expertise they need to lead successful digital transformations."
"The Scale Institute was pivotal to the success of BLD ACDMY. From the early days of ideas and thought bubbles, Stephen Rutter helped to establish a clear vision and direction for the business. His challenges were always welcome, his creativity endless and his passion and enthusiasm for everything he touches is truly inspirational. Our business is so much better for working with The Scale Institute."
"The Scale Institute came together with our leadership team to help define our problem. Helping us to unpack and think differently, we were able to connect insights, ideas and solutions that finally made sense. We’ve seen a huge impact from this, reworking our process and improved customer communication has helped us increase our business performance."
"Stephen is an incredible individual; in my dealings with him I have always found him to be hard working, extremely knowledgeable and a man of the utmost integrity. He has the ability to deal with people in a very friendly, highly creative and humorous way focusing on business with a warm and assured manner. I can't recommend him highly enough."
"The Charles Sturt University Innovation Hubs team have worked with The Scale Institute for 3 years delivering programs to emerging regional entrepreneurs, challenging them to break through all perceived barriers and assumptions they may have about their product or service. Stephen and his team are secret weapons in the startup world where innovation is key."
"We worked alongside Stephen and The Scale Institute to launch a 14-week business innovation program. With Stephen's guidance, 20 regional entrepreneurs who are advocating for their communities in regional Australia by creating meaningful and lasting change, had significant personal and professional growth. The relationships established within the program still exist today, this is testament to Stephen and his team of experts."
"Stephen is that rare combination of visionary who can come up with great ideas, and connector who follows through to put all the pieces in place to make that idea happen."
"It was truly a pleasure to work along-side Stephen to set-up the core unit of study at Sydney School of Entrepreneurship. Stephen's guidance, contacts, and passion for entrepreneurship were instrumental for the development of the unit, as was his understanding of the complexities of administration and strategic direction in higher-education."
"We needed a program designed for the ASEAN young entrepreneur delegation. We immediately contacted the Sydney School of Entrepreneurship. Stephen Rutter, curated and led an excellent one day program and was reliable, helpful and friendly throughout the process despite the time-sensitivity. Thank you Stephen for providing such a great, high-quality service to our international network."
"Never afraid to get his ‘hands dirty’, Stephen is always willing to provide critical feedback, get involved and open doors when you run out of options. He leveraged his practical experience, strategic thinking and broad network to make meaningful contributions to our progress."
"Stephen’s extensive experience is evident with the knowledge and tools that he brought to the New Venture Institute's strategic review and start up planning work. He assisted us to scope and undertake relevant research as the precursor to enable us to drive our strategic positioning process."
"Thank you very much for your contribution to our workshop for entrepreneurs with disability. It was much appreciated and your offer in the email below to provide access for Neutopia is excellent. I look forward to working with you again in the future."
