Ral West

“Ral West has the proven results to coach anyone as a growing entrepreneur. The first and most critical piece I look for when looking to execute a big goal successfully is whether I can find someone who has already done what I'm trying to do. Ral's massive success as an entrepreneur inspires me to keep working with her on our most critical business decisions month after month.”

Dan Brisse, Managing Partner, Granite Towers Equity Group

“"Ral is an incredible master of business. Her track record of success alone sets her apart from the crowd. She was so generous with her time and went above and beyond in coaching me and my husband on a very high level business negotiation that resulted in a big win for us! I will definitely continue to consult her when it comes to big business decisions that I find myself feeling uncertain about.”

Dr. Miranda L. Phillips is an emergency medicine physician in Tulsa, Oklahoma, a lifestyle medicine physician with SahaVida Institute in Sarasota, Florida, and an entrepreneur, investing in multifamily real estate.

“I am thrilled to provide this testimonial for Ral West, who has been instrumental in the success of my vacation rental business over the past 10 years. With her guidance and expertise, I have built a solid and flourishing business. Ral has not only provided invaluable insights into the travel / vacation rental industry but has also helped me set up efficient systems to delegate tasks, choose qualified team members, and oversee their efforts effectively. From day one, Ral took the time to understand my business aspirations and tailored her coaching approach to my specific needs. She provided practical strategies to enhance my marketing, pricing, and guest experience, which have had a tremendous impact on my business growth. Moreover, her expertise in streamlining operations and implementing effective delegation systems has enabled me to focus on crucial aspects of my business while empowering my team to thrive. ”

Viktoria Ujj - Owner of Sunny Maui Vacations

“Ral West is a powerhouse of entrepreneurial experience with a knack for teaching others to achieve their dream goals. I have witnessed Ral building her own successful businesses for over 30 years and know she has a passion for helping others achieve success.”

Tom Behan, Tom Behan has a finance background: he has been a bank president, CEO of a multibillion-dollar company, and a lifelong entrepreneur. He is the co-founder of the Alaska Clubs and past president of the International Health and Racquet Sports Association (IHRSA)

“What sets Ral apart is her remarkable ability to motivate and inspire. She instilled in me the confidence to delegate responsibilities, choose the right team members, and oversee their efforts with efficiency. Her mentorship has not only helped me establish a solid foundation for my vacation rental business but has also transformed me into a more confident and capable entrepreneur. I am immensely grateful for Ral’s unwavering support, guidance, and friendship throughout my journey. Her dedication to my success, deep industry knowledge, and exceptional coaching skills have made a significant difference. I wholeheartedly recommend Ral to anyone seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable coach who can provide insights, strategies, and support to build a thriving business. Thank you, Ral for your invaluable contributions to my vacation rental business and for empowering me to achieve new heights of success.”

Viktoria Ujj - Owner of Sunny Maui Vacations

“Ral was very independent and started her own marketing and PR company. Later she met her husband John Hardwick and they decided to lease 3 times a week a big Hawaiian 🌺 Airlines jet and successfully sold the charter flights from Anchorage to Honolulu, Hawaii. They sold tour packages in the Hawaiian Islands and purchased vacation rentals in Maui. Ral and John were very successful and asked me to join their Hawaiian Vacations Board of Directors. The Board meetings were very well organized and Ral presented the financial results. The company was very profitable. That is also why Alaska Airlines purchased their Hawaiian Vacations company. Ral can be a great consultant in any business including Real Estate Development.”

German-born Chris von Imhof turned a small local ski area into a world-class destination resort (Alyeska Resort). He also had the opportunity to build and manage deluxe hotels in Hawaii: Maui Prince and Hawaii Prince.

“Ral West has been a leader, mentor, and friend in my life for over 25 years. Ral’s expertise in developing business operations systems and her keen intuition in building leadership teams meant we had “the right people in our crew on the ship” in the business, and the intellectual property of the business remained and was documented in every department. In addition to growing the business, she is a lifelong learner focused on helping others to continue to grow. Her mentorship sessions and one-on-one coaching benefited many over the years, including myself. Ral West managed her team with DEI in mind, and valued people, her employees, and their “work-life balance” long before diversity, equity and inclusion was a mainstream term. I highly recommend her services to any entrepreneur seeking to quickly grow their business in a way that is sustainable, marketable, and will operate successfully, in perpetuity, without the owner at the helm. ”

Dee Buchanon Owner, Apex Marketing Statewide Marketing Director, Subway Restaurant in Alaska Media Buyer, MSI Communications

“After the dreadful Exxon Valdez oil spill in 1989, those of us in business in the Prince William Sound were in a scramble to let the world, and visitors know, that the Prince William Sound was still beautiful and a visitor destination. How to get the word out? We had a very small organization called Prince William Sound Tourism Coalition. We knew nothing of marketing! Enter Ral West. Having been in the tourism business her entire life, she made it her mission to coach us. She gathered the stakeholders, talked about what we could accomplish together and gave us viable steps to take. She gave us a mission. She assigned tasks, and then checked in often for progress. We had word class tourism writers like Peter Greenburg visit. We did FAM "familiar trips" for travel agents, and generally pulled ourselves out of the depressive hole we had fallen into. It worked! Within a few years, the visitor industry was back. Ral West was born to be a coach! She learned from the best! Her dad, the legendary Chuck West. Without hesitation, I recommend Ral West.”

Margy Johnson, Owner Reluctant Fisherman Inn, Cordova Alaska (1982-2000), Mayor Cordova, Alaska and Past President Alaska State Chamber of Commerce