Happy Clients

“Adrian Russell embodies the inspiration and determination which lies at the heart of the ACE Mentor mission. I was thrilled and fortunate that Adrian agreed to emcee our 11th annual Ace Mentor banquet. His passion for the program was very evident to all who attended.”

– Angie Smitherman,ACE Mentor

Indianapolis Board Member/Banquet Chair

“Adrian came in and spoke an encouraging and challenging Word to a select group of summer interns prepared to engage in a total fast for 30 hours. His message was engaging and provoking in a good way and really helped the Ascent interns know the value of self-sacrifice. Adrian was a true blessing to the interns and will be a strong ministry partner in the future.”

– Chuck Penaflor,Director

Ascent Internship

“Adrian was very engaging and got the message across in style!”

— Anonymous Evaluator

2014 Construction Industry Institute National Conference

“Adrian Russell is a true success story and inspiration to others.”

— Jeffrey Powell,Instructor

Indianapolis Public Schools Career and Technology Center

“Adrian Russell was simply fantastic in presenting for our webinar, “Upward Bound,” in which he discussed how to draw and retain diverse talent from historically disadvantaged backgrounds and help them succeed in the construction and design industry. He put together an engaging presentation, answered wide-ranging questions knowledgeably and emphatically, and was always on top of deadlines.”

- Eydie Cubarrubia, Regional Editor

ENR New York

“Sans the fact that he is a person of amazing character and faith, Adrian is also an outstanding professional, mentor, and leader. He is one that the younger generation naturally gravitates to, listens to, and admires.”

— Kay Townsend,AIA Director/Sr. Project Manager/Lab Specialists

Synthesis Incorporated

“As a parent myself, I truly understand the value and importance in Mr. Russell’s message. His message is one that any student or young person with aspiration should take with them.”

-Tammy Gordon, Instructor

Seminole High School, Sanford, FL

“Smoot values character, humility, and integrity and found all three in Adrian’s performance.”

- Adam C. Wilensky, Regional Executive

Smoot Construction

“Speaker and mentor Adrian Russell came to speak to the young black men and women who are part of the Saint Florian Center's Summer Leadership program run by the Black Firefighter's Union. He told his story and through his narrative, presented inspiration and motivation. “

-Dr. Darolyn Jones, Education Outreach Director

Indiana Writer’s Center

“Adrian’s faith and family are the core of his character and he has always displayed a passion and desire to serve and give back. I wholeheartedly endorse Adrian as a speaker, mentor, and one who can make a difference in his community.”