Employee Testimonials

Our consultants are passionate about client contributions, community involvement, and their commitment to SEI. Below are some examples of how our employees feel about working at SEI:

“When I first interviewed with SEI in 2007, each interviewer expressed tremendous pride in the company’s business model, culture, and quality of employees. Although it came across as very natural and unforced, I found it unusual that the positive story was so consistent across everyone I met. What I find to be brilliant now two years into employment with SEI is that the business model self reinforces the principles that make all of the SEI family so proud to be part of what we are. In my 18 year career, SEI is the only company that gets “it” right not just in word but in repetitive practice by balancing and maximizing value for our clients, our employees, and our firm.”

Jim Friedman, SEI - Boston

“SEI cares about its employees. I have witnessed several times the employees’ generosity and compassion for those in need. From helping out when an employee has had a loss or serious illness to donating funds to a charitable cause and adopting families at Christmas time from Children’s Hospital. Our employees care about each other. The love and compassion SEI employees show one another is one of a kind.”

Maria Korengel, SEI - Cincinnati

“When I hear others express concerns or complain about their employers, I am able to smile with pride knowing I have nothing to contribute to their conversation. The SEI brand represents the pride, dedication and loyalty of not only its consultants and staff, but also the clients we support. Our clients value us for these qualities and for the embodiment of our EPIC (Excellence, Participation, Integrity, Collaboration) values. In-addition to this quiet pride, I am most impressed by the continued support and dedication my family has received from my SEI family.”

Rinkan Patel, SEI - Phoenix

“After working for several “Big Five” consulting firms as well as large corporations who have utilized consulting services, it is refreshing to have found a consulting firm that delivers the ideal mix of an employee centric organizational structure, collaborative environment, and highly competent people. It is simple to talk about grandiose theories of excellence and integrity within an organizational culture, but much different to embrace those ideals and incorporate them into your everyday operations. Time and time again I have witnessed my colleagues at SEI deliver just those ideals on both client and internal projects. I can honestly say I have never worked with a better group of people or have been so satisfied in my career.”

Bill Gallagher, SEI - Atlanta

“At SEI you are not just an employee, you are a Partner. You are treated like an adult and allowed to manage your career the way you want. Endless opportunities, generous compensation, company wide collaboration and support, coupled with strong community and family values make this a world-class enterprise. SEI harkens back to a time when you were not just an employee but also a member of the family. All of the associates at SEI have superior skills; impeccable ethics and a strong desire to see all of the associates succeed. Support and opportunity abound in this company.”

Barbara Whitwell, SEI - Cincinnati

“When I went through the interview process, the strong values of SEI employees and their dedication to SEI's mission was evident with each person I met. I was skeptical at first, but having worked at SEI for some time, I am reminded of my initial impressions every day.”

Scott Speicher, SEI - Boston

“Previously I worked for large corporations, but now I enjoy working for a small entrepreneurial company where what I do directly affects the bottom line. I consistently see SEI's EPIC model in action from our leadership team to every consultant. It is refreshing to work with individuals who are energetic, take pride in their work, and strive for excellence in all they do. In addition, SEI provides the ability to have a healthy balance between work and family life.”

Dale Larsen, SEI - Cincinnati

“I'm proud to be a part of SEI. This company is the complete package - the aggregation of talented people, great leadership, and a collaborative culture. The result is a cohesive team that consistently delivers valuable solutions to client problems.”

Jason Davis, SEI – Boston

“SEI is such a refreshing change from the typical road-warrior consultancies and big company bureaucracies. The consultants I work with are the most talented, experienced, and motivated people I've come across. With a genuine desire to do things the right way and the experience to back it up, SEI consultants represent the epitome of what a partnering consultant, as opposed to a contractor, should be to the client. The culture of supporting and helping each other complete projects right the first time stems from SEI's small company feel and big company expertise. The opportunities for growth both professionally and personally present an opportunity not often found in today's typical consultancies.”

John Cahill, SEI - Atlanta

“At SEI, I find myself working with people with shared values, a strong work ethic, and a very supportive and collaborative mindset. Over two years ago, I became part of a team that is committed to grow our local Boston office, as well as SEI as a whole, by offering employee ownership and many leadership opportunities in various areas of expertise. SEI also allows me to strike a work/life balance that I am personally comfortable with, while at the same time recognizing and rewarding everyone's individual contributions. The fact that all of us only work for local clients, reducing travel to a minimum, is pretty sweet too!”

Gert Reynaert, SEI - Boston

“Having worked at both a Top 4 Consulting Company and a small start-up consultancy, I found the SEI environment to offer the benefits of both types integrated into a cohesive platform: a supportive infrastructure with strategic guidance and direction for the organization yet an ability to contribute and make a direct impact on the organization, our clients, and my career. A close feeling with my co-workers something akin to family, yet a professional environment with a level of expertise to be admired and sought after. In short, I've found a home.”

Dennis McGee, SEI - Cincinnati

“We’ve all worked on projects where there are a few folks we would absolutely love to work with again. Every SEI consultant I’ve ever worked with or even met seems to fall into this category. This is a group of consummate professionals who along with being extremely knowledgeable are also supportive, talented, and just plain pleasant to be around. I feel as though every one of them would bend over backwards to help me with a problem, as I would them. I frequently ask myself who I fooled to be put into such great company. I am honored and sometimes humbled to count myself among their number.”

Mat Sullivan, SEI - Phoenix

“It is rare to find a company such as SEI, that puts people before profits, but that is exactly why SEI IS profitable...SEI consultants understand that technology should facilitate business, not drive it...SEI consultants share an infrastructure of knowledge that enables each one of us to benefit from the experiences of the other.”

Tim Cassidy, SEI - Cincinnati