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"Recommending Star is a tall order since there's so much good to say. She was a compelling figure from our first meeting nearly 16 months ago. She has a very special quality that draws others to her. You know immediately that she's someone you should get to know - someone who makes things happen. She is a major figure in the sustainability community in Arizona, bringing people together for the common good. Her efforts have helped our organization see greater success. Star is a special person that gives tremendously to others. I'm fortunate to know her."

Laine Seaton
Executive Director, Environmental Fund for Arizona

"Star Simmons is the consummate Marketing, Sales and Communications executive. Her ability to generate ideas, build agreement and execute on the vision is second to none. Her enthusiasm and positive personality is infectious. Star's passion for her product, her company and her industry is deeply grounded and unwavering. Star is a pleasure to work with and is a valuable asset to any project."

Tommis Young
Founder, IntelliChoice Energy

"I have been in management for many years, but I had never experienced the power of networking or had such a clear understanding of connecting until I worked with Star Simmons and Threads of Connection. She not only gets big results, but I have been deeply touched by her generosity, and inspired by her enthusiasm to share and teach others her proven methods. In a very short period of time, she has connected me with some excellent business opportunities, and educated me on the benefits of incorporating People, Planet, Profit. If you are a business owner or a project manager of vision, sign her on. I'd recommend Threads of Connection to any business, big or small."

John L.
Manager/Service Planning, Southwest Gas


"Star and Threads of Connection have developed the link between networking and opportunity. Star's keen sense of synergy between people and businesses has created great opportunities for our organization. Threads of Connection takes the time to understand the client's business; the results are focused contacts that result in real opportunities not happenstance meetings. Their services transcend introductions and get-togethers to actual business development and a productive exchange of ideas. This type of opportunity is rarely produced by even costly PR, marketing and branding efforts. In an environment where ever dollar counts, our organization's experience with Star and Threads of Connection have been exceptional. I would recommend Star and Threads of Connection to any person or business with a drive to succeed and prosper."

John Casey
CEO, Greenfuel Technologies

"My first meeting with Star Simmons was a breath of fresh air. I work with a lot of people, so over the years I've been asked to join many networking groups and associations. What I've unfortunately discovered is that the time I've spent in these groups versus the actual yield of a “great fit” has hardly been equitable. These days, I only join networking groups that have ties to charitable organizations, so that I can at least feel that my time, money and effort is doing some good for others."

"This is why I am so appreciative of the time Star Simmons spent with me getting to know our business in order to find a “great fit” for us. This was the first of many pleasant surprises from her. She has consistently taken the time to know who we are, what we do and how to match us up with clients. This may seem an easy enough task, but I assure you it is not. The connections she has made for me were matches made in heaven. We now have great working relationships that are mutually beneficial. I believe now that collaboration holds the key to our future success."

"My thanks to Star for being so kind and for connecting us with some extraordinary business people. I look forward to a very long and strong working relationship with Star and Threads of Connection."

Monica L. King
Account Manager, Arizona Pacific Pulp & Paper


"Something amazing happened when I was introduced to Star Simmons, the founder of Threads of Connection. She introduced herself as a 'professional connector', but her talents, business acumen and insight into people far surpass that simple phrase. Star's company, Threads of Connection, is a community relations and business growth firm which promotes and connects people via introductions and events. It is my first-hand experience that Star is very effective at identifying opportunities for synergies, and bringing together like minded professionals who are prepared to take advantage of them."

"Star is an excellent communicator and an outstanding networker. She is focused on results, has a driven mindset, and brings a tremendous amount of vitality and energy to all that she does. Since she joined our Board of Directors, Sedona Jazz on the Rocks has benefited greatly from Star's sense of purpose, vigor and resolve as we work towards accomplishing our Mission which is to preserve Jazz for future generations through music education and performance programs."

"I highly recommend Star Simmons as a business enabler, not simply because of her 'can do' mindset or her strong track record of success, but also because of her great vibe, her generousity and kindness as a human being, and her belief that 'working together we can accomplish anything!'"

Bettye Wilson
President, Sedona Jazz on the Rocks


"Recently I attended a networking function hosted by Threads of Connection and Star Simmons. I have been in sales and marketing for the last 20 years and have attended hundreds of mixers and events for the purpose of networking, I didn't have big expectations, but I had never attended an event put on by Star Simmons! The first sign that this might be different than the norm was after sending my RSVP I received a questionnaire from Threads of Connection. What a brilliant idea! It started like any mixer with cocktails, nice food and people mingling rather aimlessly making small talk and exchanging cards. But shortly after arriving I notice a difference - the room had a really good energy."

"I have always believed the key essential of throwing a great get-together is this: 'Is the host having a good time?'. Star Simmons is truly passionate about what she does, her great spirit and positive can-do attitude is contagious. By taking the time to find out about her guests and what they were looking to get out of the event, Star was able to strategically align people with others allowing everyone to get the most out of the time spent together. It was by far the best networking event I've ever participated in, in fact, I landed a new job with one of the attendees that Star specifically had in mind for me and introduced me to! Not bad for a fun evening out on the town, it sure beats surfing online job boards. I look forward to going back to talk about my new exciting opportunity…I know now it will be time well spent."

Tina Connors
Business Development/Sales, Green Living AZ Magazine