TESTIMONIALS
We’ve had the privilege of enabling the vision of pioneering leaders across multiple disciplines.
"The use of design thinking methodology unearthed great ideas and led to outstanding results. However, the true value of our cooperation with CoPlantation lay in the combination of the right methodology with the willingness to really listen and understand the specifics of our company and our business. Based on this, a suitable solution was worked out in constant exchange, instead of hastily drawing conclusions and offering a prefabricated solution.
CoPlantation always delivers on time and you can count on exceptional quality. The people are really willing to go the extra mile and are passionate about what they are doing. Both, in terms of content and people, working with CoPlantation is a pleasure and that makes them an exceptional partner."
Alexander Bayer, Managing Director, wheyco GmbH
“The methodology used by CoPlantation is a great mix of classic and most recent. It is one of the qualities of CoPlantation that new methodologies are applied to challenge the findings so far and reveal a new deeper layer of insights. There is also always the flexibility to let go of what does not work. I believe this way of working creates a holistic view on a project and enables CoPlantation and the project team to create exceptional solutions that stand up.
I really appreciate the passion and attention to detail that builds the foundation of CoPlantation. That ensures that CoPlantation’s work exceeds expectations in many ways. However, it is the people who do the lifting, who are very pleasurable to work with and who make a difference. Their attitude made me feel they are part of my team rather than consultants."
Kerstin Aue, Senior Marketing Manager Nutrition, wheyco GmbH
“Although they’re a start-up, I would use CoPlantation because they had a fresh open approach which challenged us as farmers and foresters. They understood the motivations of the owner as well as the sensitivities around integrating iwi values into a commercial business. This is not easy but CoPlantation found an effective balance.”
Andrew Priest, Chief Executive/Kaihautu, Ngai Tahu Farming
“In Kusal’s two months with GCS, he transformed GCS into a company with vision, direction, and discipline. He was a role model for our management, bringing energy, enthusiasm, and a “Yes we can” spirit to our office.
Jodie Wu, Chief Executive Officer, GCS
“Co-plantation bought a professional, creative and high energy approach to the re-branding work that Ngāi Tahu farming required. There were risks associated with using a start up business for this work but their strategy and the results exceeded expectations. We valued their ability to collaborate across our wider business and to understand the cultural significance of being a Maori organisation.”
Ben Giesen - GM Commercial & Market Development, Ngai Tahu Farming
“Kusal Perera is an individual who is single mindedly committed to success. He looks for alternative solutions to challenges.”
Francis Wanganju, Managing Director TFA
“CoPlantation was able to translate the depth of our cultures and traditional practices into the processes and systems of value chain, not only in the agricultural sector, but in the pillars of our development programme covering water, sanitation and hygiene, economic resilience and development, women empowerment and gender-based violence, and self-reliance and community resilience. They understood the holistic approach we envisioned, and even more impressive, was his ability to pull these together through visual illustrations, that allowed us to understand and connect deeply with, because it took shape and form of our ancestors’ method of passing knowledge and teachings to us.
I am convinced that there are not many people, who think and functions at the level CoPlantation does. Value chain systems and processes are complex, but not as complex as our cultures and traditions; so, to integrate the two, is nothing short of brilliance, and a gift!”
Sahara Anae, Programme Manager, ADRA
“CoPlantation has the ability to span political situations to achieve the desired outcomes. Their constant thinking and creativity ensured we were delivered with the best result. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending CoPlantation in future as their clear and concise communication, along with their comprehensive understanding of how busy people work ensured an outstanding outcome on our recent project.”
Michelle Cathcart, General Manager, Health Safety & Wellbeing, Ngai Tahu Farming
“Kusal’s inclusive, positive management style and his expertise linking product development with marketing brings the best out of scientists and technologists. He is a creative thinker which encourages creativity. Kusal’s boundless energy and enthusiasm is contagious. It was great to be part of his team. Kusal’s unique combination of expertise, experience and enthusiasm will be an asset for future collaborations.”
Dr Lee Huffman, Principal Scientist, Team Leader, Plant & Food Research LTD