• "I have worked with Damon for more than a decade, and have found him to be an excellent strategist and communicator, while effectively building relationships and trust among a variety of stakeholders."

    ~Kathy Smith, former Senior Education Advisor, Walton Personal Philanthropy Group & Walton Family Foundation

  • "Damon is a visionary leader, a skilled communicator, and a tireless advocate. I always trust Damon's thoughtful and well-reasoned insight and find him to be a valuable advisor."

    ~Robert Ross, Chairman and CEO, The Inasmuch Foundation and member of the University of Oklahoma Board of Regents.

  • "Damon Gardenhire is a visionary leader who works tirelessly to advance education and economic opportunity for others. His ability to understand and translate policy, build coalitions, and communicate a vision is exceptional. Linchpin Resources is a go-to strategy and communications firm."

    ~Katherine Haley, founder and partner, Oak Rose Group, former vice president of programs and senior director of K-12 programs at The Philanthropy Roundtable.

  • "For more than a decade as my grant officer, Damon has been an essential thought partner and helped me at various junctures with communications challenges and strategic thinking. If you're looking for an out-of-the-box, passionate leader to help advise you on critical, time-sensitive projects, I highly recommend Damon."

    ~Brent Bushey, founder of the Oklahoma Public School Resource Center & founder and current CEO for Fuel OKC

  • "Damon possesses a strong work ethic, consummate professionalism and a rare ability to address challenges with innovation and creativity. He is  an excellent writer and broadcaster, skills that have served him well over the years in journalism, government communications and private-sector public relations."

    ~Phil Bacharach, Director of Communications, Oklahoma Attorney General (current) • Chief of Staff to Oklahoma State Supt. (2013-2023)