Hon. Lester A. Fettig.

You have made a major contribution to the efficiency and effectiveness of the Federal Government.

— President of the United States

Friends from Capitol Hill days say Fettig has always been willing to tackle difficult issues and is tenacious in trying to resolve them. And they say he makes a point of listening to all points of view.

— CQ National Journal

You have proved our pioneer spirit is still alive. Thank you for helping create a milieu for change. No longer are we debating how many angels fit on the point of a needle. We have been re-examining gut issues.

— American Bar Association, Chairman Section on Public Contract Law

Les, in the years I have known him, has demonstrated a keen analytical awareness of the major problems confronting our government at both the state and Federal levels.

— Chairman, Senate Armed Services Committee

Do the kind of job you did for me, and you’ll change the world.

— Chairman, Senate Budget Committee & Governor of Florida

Many thanks for your contribution to this effort on behalf of women … and your effective support in our shared efforts to develop a national policy for women business owners.

— Special Counsel to the President for Women’s Issues

One of the people I could always count on to make progress.

— Chairman, House Small Business Committee & Defense Appropriations

When Fettig became OFPP Director, he faced one of the toughest jobs in government. He had to gain the confidence of warring factions – federal unions and contractors.

— The Federal Times

Judging from interviews with both industrial and union representatives since Fettig took over, he has been successful.

— The Federal Times

A private sector official representing a dozen large contractors said that he was pleased with Fettig’s approach, which allowed each interested party a chance to present its views in person. And a major union official said that Fettig has been “responsive to our needs and desires.”

— The Federal Times

Honorary Professor, The Honorable Lester A. Fettig: As Distinguished Guest Speaker … His extremely informative and practical presentations were always vivid reflections of his knowledge and understanding of the systems acquisition process.

— Commandant & Faculty, Defense Systems Management College

The Army, Navy, Air Force and Industry students he addressed consistently rated their discussion with him as a highlight of the course.

— Commandant & Faculty, Defense Systems Management College

With deep appreciation, the College acknowledges the outstanding support and effectiveness of Mr. Fettig in furthering education and professionalism in Systems Management for the Department of Defense.

— Commandant & Faculty, Defense Systems Management College