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"Thank you for the great expertise and breadth you brought to your
work at the Peter F. Drucker Foundation for Non-Profit Management.
— Peter F. Drucker
"Your leadership has been
intelligent and innovative . . . We will continue to build on the
foundation you have so ably shaped for the future."
— Leonard Davis, philanthropist,
founder of Colonial
Penn Insurance, co-founder of AARP, and benefactor
of the Leonard Davis Center for Arts at the
City College of New York (CCNY)
"It was a pleasure working with you and your staff for
the visit of Nelson Mandela. All of your people did an outstanding
job. Their patience was tested, the demands were sometimes great,
but they maintained their composure, flexibility, and control at
all times as true professionals. You have the thanks and respect
of the U.S. Department of State. I hope to work with you again."
— Special Agent in Charge, U. S. State Department,
Nelson Mandela’s first trip to the U.S.
“I want you to know how much I appreciate what you
have done for the revitalization of Harlem and for your role in
the promotion of a multi-cultural center for the City. … Under
your leadership, Aaron Davis Hall has become New York’s ‘Lincoln
Center Uptown’.”
— Edward I. Koch, former Mayor, New York City
"Your publication is well done...Thanks so much
for sending it to me. "
— R. Buckminster Fuller
“It is with great enthusiasm that I take part in this
tribute to Davis Hall on its tenth anniversary season. It is now a
valued component of Manhattan’s cultural community and a lively
generator of talent and excitement for Harlem. Particular
recognition is due to Aaron Cohen for his sensitive and creative
leadership. Despite the struggles, Davis Hall has never faltered
in its commitment to innovative and relevant programming.”
— David N. Dinkins, former Mayor, New York City
"I express our appreciation to you. Your
International Series broadens student’s cultural horizons and
enhances their educational experience…the series helps increase
multi-cultural understanding. Furthermore, exposing students to
creative artists from a variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds
stimulates their own creativity and desire to succeed."
— Director, Museum and Cultural Programs,
New York City Public Schools
“[In the Flagler documentary] his artistic vision has
produced an extraordinary work of art...Mr. Cohen is a rare
talented individual who I believe will record, shape, invent,
create, and influence the future.”
— Chairman, Theatre Department,
Palm Beach Atlantic College
“Since its opening three years ago, Aaron Davis Hall,
the architecturally splendid, gorgeous $8 million theater complex
has been sitting quietly at the end of the City College of New
York Campus…actually, sitting there a little too quietly. Promised
artistic programs were never developed, and community enthusiasm
for the center waned. Now, with the arrival of Aaron Cohen, the
theater’s first professional producer, Davis Hall is coming
alive.”
— New York Daily News
“Mr. Cohen has demonstrated in many diverse ways his
ability to initiate and implement activities which have brought
together many diverse groups and organizations.”
— President, Public Broadcasting Foundation
of Palm Beach County
“Through his contacts, he has greatly aided us in
helping to expand our audience and develop plans for
self-sufficiency. …He has motivated a large number of people.”
— Program Manager,
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