Testimonials

★★★★★

I met Michael a little over a year ago as he was considering an investment with Dark Horse Capital. I was immediately impressed with his due diligence, business savvy, and values-based approach. I've gotten to know Michael more after he became an investor. He has demonstrated himself to be an ethical decision maker and has been generous with his time and advice.

William Harper
Managing Director at Dark Horse Capital

★★★★★

Michael Hosto possesses the unique ability to perceive the big picture and break it down in a way that eludes others. As a former professional athlete who achieved remarkable feats in football, including a national championship and receiving All ACC Honors, I've come to understand that greatness is a conscious choice.

Nile Lawrence-Stample
President at NLS cleaning • 2013 NCAA National Champion

★★★★★

Michael is a proven creator and leader of successful businesses. His experience has allowed him to develop deep expertise for organizational culture, determining a company mission and values and knowing how to maintain healthy teams. His guidance and insight would be of value to any business owner or executive.

Stan Perkins
Sales/Business Development Executive

★★★★★

Michael is a passionate, caused based leader with an strong ability to rally people and build processes to drive results. Given all his success in areas like entrepreneurship, national brand leadership, or helping others build businesses directly or through investment.

Justin J.
Executive Leader | Corporate Sales and Leadership Coach | Training and Development Expert | Proud Military Veteran

★★★★★

I've known Michael for about 15 years. He's always been one of those folks you can always count on. He's got a great business mind and always has thoughts and ideas on how to grow your business. These are things he's employed and proven in his own businesses. I count Micheal as a mentor and friend.

Mark McCrary
Sr. Healthcare Advisor and Systems Integrator at Presidio

★★★★★

I've known Mr. Hosto since I was a very young entrepreneur, over a decade now, and he has always had a sincere interest in the things that I was involved in and has always rooted for me to succeed. He's given me invaluable wisdom and advice throughout the years and he also gave me many opportunities to build my businesses; he was a customer of mine for many years

Ryan Ard
Serial Entrepreneur | Global Business Strategist | Problem Solver

★★★★★

I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Michael in both a professional and personal basis. What strikes me the most is how consistent he is in every element, situation or conversation. His wisdom in shared with an authentic characteristic combined with the right touch of compassion and empathy.

Howard Teitelbaum
Senior Sales Professional

★★★★★

Michael and I met at an alumni event about 15 years ago. We quickly bonded as entrepreneurial brothers and became fast friends. We both love studying business, culture, and leadership. He's always has great energy, enthusiasm, and drive. He's intelligent, innovative, and a big-picture thinker. Every time we talk, I'm inspired and motivated to think bigger and make big choices.

Jason Mudd
Professional Public Speaker • "Best PR Leader in North America"

★★★★★

I had the pleasure working with Michael Hosto at 3Phase Business Advisors and 1-800 BoardUp and it was a privilege to experience his leadership skills. His vision and tenacity makes for the perfect combination for success of any ventures he leads. He is a kind and firm leader that has a history of building business from the ground to success.

Heidi Lang
Managing Partner, Executive Coach and Real Estate Advisor

★★★★★

Michael is a thinker, an idea man, and a hell of a good guy! He puts his money where is mouth is and is doer. I would happily speak to anyone about the many reasons why Michael's business acumen and style would benefit anyone.

Rochelle Stoddard
Owner & President of Berman Brothers & Rubin Iron Works

★★★★★

My experience under Michael Hosto's leadership was inspiring and personally encouraging for the time I served as support staff. His passion to assist disaster victims is contagious as he leads the charge with warmth, generosity, and a "whatever it takes" attitude that has made the company successful thus far.

S. Kirsten Schmitt
Administrative generalist with experience spanning corporate and nonprofit administration

★★★★★

Working with Michael sharpened me and shaped me into a nimble, opportunity seeking entrepreneur. Michael is an innovative disruptor in business. He is an idea to execution guy. He prides himself in doing meaningful work and employing people with passion to serve others. I learned so much from him and am thankful to still call him a friend and mentor.

Laura Quick
Professional Storyteller • Writer • Keynote Speaker • 10,000 hours earned in Business, Sales & Marketing Strategy

★★★★★

Michael and the team at 3PHASE Advisers are a group of strong individuals that specialize in different areas to help companies grow. We have worked with Michael and know him to have a straight, up-front approach to helping his clients achieve their company goals and personal vision for the organization.

Michele McManamon
CEO at Operation New Uniform

★★★★★

It gives me immense pleasure to provide a reference for Michael Hosto and his team of highly-qualified professionals at 3Phase Advisors. Michael has taken the antiquated and stodgy management consulting industry, and turned it upside down. His team is committed to helping SMB’s grow their business first, in order for it to properly prepare for an exit strategy in the future.

Richard Beyer
Owner - The Brothers that just do Gutters | Small Business Consultant | Musician

★★★★★

Michael Hosto is a dynamic thinker and has built a great organization.

Matthew Ludens
Director at JS Held, LLC

★★★★★

When first meeting Michael Hosto over 20 years ago while we were independently working on a very technical large-loss in South Florida I was impressed with his natural abilities to accomplish daunting tasks under extreme pressures. Since then, our paths have frequently crossed and I’m continually impressed with his accomplishments and personal drive to help OTHERS succeed. Michael is a stand-up guy and I truly cherish our personal and professional relationship.

Michael Mies
Large Loss & Technology Recovery Expert

★★★★★

Michael is a visionary whose perspective is born from a multi-faceted experience in the business. From his restoration experience to his revolutionary brain child, 1-800-BOARDUP, Michael’s understanding of the industry is unsurpassed. His ability to surround himself with quality people in no small way, lends to his impressive success. Michael is a motivated individual yet he hasn’t lost sight of his core values. I have always appreciated Michael’s fair approach in his business dealings and his uncompromising efforts to protect his organization for the common good.

James Kowalski
Partner at Kowalski Construction, Inc.

★★★★★

Michael is one of the most dynamic people I know. His energy and enthusiasm is contagious and excellent ideas continually flow from him. Michael's combination of creativity and analytical thinking always produces new opportunities for business growth.

Charles Cressy
President North Star Restoration Consultants

★★★★★

Michael is passionate about advising companies that want to operate at the next level. He is a goal-oriented partner who understands it takes both process and people to make great things happen.

Dolly Penland
Use science, training and expert consulting to align your business strategy with your people strategy

★★★★★

Michael is a visionary with a gift for strategic planning and developing a strong company culture. During negotiations to form a national partnership between 1-800-BOARDUP and the American Red Cross I had the pleasure of meeting Michael and his executive management team who are clearly committed to providing service excellence.

Vicki Hamilton, MBA
Small Business Owner, Change Management Professional, Strategic Visionary, Entrepreneur, Published Author, Podcaster, Creative Mind

★★★★★

Michael is an on the ball guy who has conceptualized and then implemented though the creation of a company a marketing strategy that has been effective in generating work for restoration contractors who work with insurance companies. His successful strategy gets his clients on the job before competitors are even aware that there is a job.

Eugene Peterson, Expert Witness
National Expert Witness - Xactimate & Construction Litigation at Advise & Consult, Inc.