"The main benefit of winning first place at the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences College Television Awards has been the opportunity to meet with Steve Gordon. As a student filmmaker, making a transition into the professional world is often a daunting and overwhelming task filled with pitfalls and a plethora of avenues. Mr. Gordon's guidance, and wealth of knowledge of the industry, has truly allowed me to create a clear perspective of options and possibilities not only for my film, but for my career path in film and television. His wisdom and patience, combined with his clarity of vision have made of Mr. Gordon an ally which I hope to have in my corner for many years to come." – Suny Behar, Writer/Director, 1st Place , Comedy, CTA Winner "CHAOS THEORY"

"In the infancy of my career, Steve gave my sophomore screenplay the attention I would expect a much more seasoned writer to receive. His desire to be a conduit for the next generation of entertainment professionals is evident not only in what he extends, but the consistent fervor in which he offers it." – Kelsey Scott, Writer, Director, Actor, Former College Television Awards Winner

“Mr. Gordon gave me my start in the business. His guidance during my ATAS internship program was invaluable in helping me to successfully transition from my University film school experience to a career experience and steady employment in Hollywood." – Pamela Soper, Vice President, Shore View Entertainment.

"Steve Gordon is the rare television creative executive who, amidst a demanding development and production schedule, creates opportunities for professors and students by providing access and insight to the inner workings of the entertainment industry. Frankly, I don't know how the Educational Programs & Services Committee could do what it does without Steve's passionate commitment to education and to our programs." – Nancy Meyer, Co-Chair, Educational Programs & Services Committee

“I started my development career with Steve and I couldn’t have asked for a better mentor. He first hired me as an assistant and created many opportunities for me to learn the creative process. He’s always been dedicated to helping people break in the business and I would recommend his consulting service to anyone contemplating a career in Hollywood." – James Waldron, Entertainment Media Consultant

"Steve and I worked on many television and private film projects together throughout my career in Hollywood.  I was always impressed with his knowledge, passion and drive to achieve creative success.  I worked with no other executive who had a greater skill set regarding content creation and execution." – Craig Volk, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Theatre, Film and Television, CU-Denver & Health Sciences Center, Writer/producer with credits including “Northern Exposure”