Client Comments
I have worked with Don Attore longer than with anyone else in the private sector. I have never met anyone more talented, more involved, more caring, or more effective. Don uses his connections and resources to achieve the goals he embraces, and when he embraces your goal, the integrity and dedication with which he fulfills that responsibility defy description.
– WILLIE BROWN,
Former Mayor and Speaker
There is no better navigator of relationships in California, from San Diego to Sacramento, across all 58 counties, than Don Attore. His depth of experience, unwavering commitment, and rare effectiveness set him apart. With Don at the helm, we transformed a bold idea into a multi-billion-dollar enterprise that improved the lives of millions of Californians. His ability to connect people, influence outcomes, and deliver results is truly unmatched. If you’re building something that matters in California, Don is the partner you want by your side.
– WADE RAKES,
Former Fortune 25 Chief Growth Officer
In utilizing his years of experience, Don is instrumental in bringing labor and management together in order to find resolutions. He has the ability to find mutual ground and common sense solutions, even in the most contentious situations.
-ALLAN SHANAHAN
Executive President
Local 1912
Attore & Associates are more than advisors, they are partners. They believe in our mission and work tirelessly to help us achieve our goals.
Founder, Vision to Learn
I have known Don for several years and he always delivers or directs me to the person who can. No matter what the issue is, Don maintains a clear head, has a game plan and pivots when required to deliver the result. I consider Don a friend and confidante and trust him to execute in my best interest.
President & CEO, Shopoff Realty Investments
Bright, strategic, straight forward and unusually connected, he’s as good as it gets, whether as advisor, project leader or simply a representative. Worth every penny
Partner Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP
The team at Attore & Associates makes our team better. They are always looking out for our company’s best interests.
– LUCY LABRUZZO,
US Managing Director
AECOM Energy
Don has been instrumental in the growth and positioning of Safework in the construction management industry in California. Safework would not be the company it is today without Don. His guidance for the firm and for me, personally has been invaluable. Thanks Don!
– REBECCA JONES,
President & CEO
Safework CM
When I became the President of the CTA in 1999, it was a difficult time for the organization and having had the prior experience of being President of UTLA, I knew I needed to build an internal team of advocates. Don fulfilled all my expectations as a strong ally to both children and teachers. His high energy, enthusiasm and ability to motivate every age cohort, were hallmarks of his working style. He played an important role on my internal team. It is for these reasons I continue to be an ardent supporter of him and his efforts to improve the lives of the residents of the State of California as the CEO of Attore and Associates.
– WAYNE JOHNSON,
Past President
California Teachers Association & United Teachers Los Angeles
Don Attore has not only demonstrated the ability to get things done, but he operates by a code of getting things done the right way. For our organization, values and integrity are as important as the outcome, and Don brings that to his work.
President and CEO, California Endowment
Founder, DECA Companies
Past president, California Teachers Association
Don knows how to get things done. Period.
Executive Secretary, CA State Association of Electrical Workers
Vice President Majestic Realty, Co.
Attore & Associates has provided tremendous strategy and insight allowing us to enter the California health care marketplace. Their ability to understand politics and the many changes occurring in health care is impressive.
Senior VP, Business Development, Centene Corporation