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Kern Communications has been affiliated with many top-notch
agencies and companies. The trust and confidence that we strive
to develop with our business associates is evident in the
following gracious endorsements:
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“It was great working with you!”
Karin Caifa, Producer
CNN
“Thank you for putting in all the hard work you put
in-it made my job easier & made everything run smoothly!”
Alexandra Cordi, Producer
FOX
Business Varney & Company
“You [Kern Communications] have been a pleasure to
work with...superbly helpful.”
Sue Shellenbarger, Senior Writer and "Work & Family" Columnist
The
Wall Street Journal
“Thanks to [Kern Communications]. Without your email,
I would have never been sparked with the idea for the article,
and as you can see, [your client] Mr. Clarke was vital to
the finished piece. I definitely look forward in working with
you again.”
Larissa Faw, Workplace Trends Columnist
Forbes.com
“You're so good at pitching...”
Robert Kozberg, Producer
CBS'
The Early Show
“Thanks again for all your help, you guys were awesome.”
Miseon Lee, Producer
ABC
News Now
“...your pitches are fantastic. Keep the creativity
coming...”
Bradley Martin, Producer
CNBC-Squawk
Box
“...you always make my job a lot easier with your
promptness and pitches.”
Katie Iacovella, Segment Producer
CNBC-Squawk
on the Street
“...I really appreciate you guys working not only
so quickly but so well with me and do note that usually the
seniors are always happy to have [your client on] as a recurring
guest which is so rare here, so that's a good sign for your
abilities...”
Michelle Safo, Producer
(formerly with CNBC
Closing Bell now at Bloomberg)
"What a pro. They should pay you more.”
Kimberly Porrazzo, Editor-in-Chief
Orange
County Register
"You rock....”
Kristina Rosa, Producer
Central Valley
Today TV, Fresno
“Thank you so much for your lightning fast response
(sure would be nice if all PR firms were like you!)”
Monique, Editorial Assistant
Home
Business Magazine
"Merilee: Just wanted to say thanks again... and Holy
Moley... this is turning out to be a FANTASTIC Story. It might
be my favorite story I've done all year."
Sebastian Kunz, News Anchor
910am
KNEW / Green960 KKGN San Francisco
“Thanks for getting back to me so soon — and for
reworking the column in exactly the way I had in mind. It’s
nice to work with someone who 'gets it'!”
Carolyn Greer, Managing Editor
Business
First of Louisville
“You are very good at what you do...”
Judy Tibbs, Former Editor-in-Chief
Real
Estate Executive Magazine
“In a world of pitches, [yours was] kind of interesting
and timely. Thanks for brightening my day.”
Norman Bell, Editor
Silicon
Valley/San Jose Business Journal
“You're an editor's dream.”
Lori Luechtefeld, Night Editor
Santa
Monica Daily Press
“Finally, a PR professional who understands her job.
Kudos.”
Beth Ellyn Rosenthalm Senior Editor
Outsourcing
Center
“You are very organized. I like that. Nice work.”
Gabriel Slate, Technology Editor
KRON
4 TV NEWS San Francisco
“Merilee, you rock!”
Paul Lancaster, Executive Producer
1510 KFNN
“You do know how to capture editorial attention!
”
Cindy Grahl, Editor
Sabre
Publishing Group, Inc.
“We appreciate you...you are part of our inner family
circle at Affluent.”
Cynthia Wilson, Editor
Affluent
Magazine
"I never reply to press releases. Why? Because 99.9%
of the time they are canned, irrelevant or otherwise not pertinent
to our audience. I am replying to you to let you know how
impressed I am with your press release...I wanted to let you
know it’s right on target based on what we’ve seen as well.
This is detailed, practical, well-researched and written.
Thank you for not wasting my time...I wish all PR companies
took the time to send this type of pertinent information to
me."
Joy Keller
IDEA
Fitness Journal
"I am compelled to comment on your news release. It is perhaps
the best-written release I've received in several years. It
was interesting and informative. It drew me to Ms. Williamson's
website...It is good to read something today that has no spelling
or grammatical errors."
Ginger Conrad, Publisher
Minority Business Entrepreneur
magazine
"Merilee, I'm dazzled. It's such a day-brightener when
a media person really understands what's needed…thanks so
much for your prompt and thorough help!"
Carol Milano, MA, Freelance Journalist
"We are so appreciative of the hard work you’ve put
into promoting CableOrganizer.com...we hold you, your talent
and work ethic in the highest regard. The services provided
by you and your team have been creative, timely, and overall
impeccable, and I can say that I’d recommend Kern Communications
to businesses in need of a PR representative without hesitation."
Juan Ribero, Director of Marketing
CableOrganizer.com
"Our talented Merilee Kern did it again with another banner
month of outstanding HealthyWage press coverage that is the
envy of companies everywhere, including many high-profile
publications and news organizations… [We executives] always
describe you as 'a pro' and one of our VIPs/MVPs. Many thanks,
again, for the great work.”
Jimmy Fleming, Co-Founder
HealthyWage
"You are the *best*!!!! I couldn't be more pleased with
our results this year on PR!”
David Roddenberry, Co-Founder
HealthyWage
"You rock, Merilee!”
Jimmy Fleming, Co-Founder
HealthyWage
"You rock Merilee! I love your pace! Thank you very much
for all your efforts...”
Phrantceens Halres, CEO
Total
Protection Services Global, Inc.
"Merilee, you are the most 'on top of it' business professional
with whom I've ever worked. I appreciate everything you do
for me and the doors are beginning to open!"
Elaine Williamson, Principal
Elaine
Williamson Designs
"Merilee , No words to say how we adore you...Just want
you to know how much you are needed, wanted and appreciated!"
Kathleen Boykin, Design Coordinator
Elaine
Williamson Designs
"It seems everything YOU touch turns to a YES!...I'm celebrating
your success!”
Roxi Hewertson, CEO
Highland
Consulting Group
"Merilee, you are a beast with PR!!”
Rishelle Payne, Partner
Ascendant
Group Branding
"Fantastic work!"
Eve Wright Taylor, Vice President and Associate General
Counsel for the Miami HEAT and the AmericanAirlines Arena
Miami
HEAT
"You have been the best thing going for me!!! I say it
sincerely. Everything you have done has performed."
Dr. Jacqueline Del Rosario, "America's Marriage
Doctor"
Best
Marriage Keys
"You work so hard and it shows
in great results. Thanks a million!"
Dr. Jacqueline Del Rosario, "America's Marriage
Doctor"
Best
Marriage Keys
"Merilee rocks! Nice job on the bookings!"
Michelle Patterson, Executive Director
California
Women's Conference
“[Merilee is] the complete professional! Very knowledgeable,
would definitely hire again!”
Mark Strefford
The
Wedding Vine
“I've tried a few other advisors and they are ok but you
are without a doubt the smartest, toughest and hardest working...”
Richard Shaw, Founder
Chidren's
News Network
“Flawless!”
Scott Petinga, Worldwide Chairman and CEO
AKQURACY, Inc.
“Merilee,WOW!! This is GREAT! You hit the messaging on
point-I couldn't be happier. Thank you!”
Becky Vickers
Formula PR
“I just wanted to say thank you for all the you do. You
are awesome!”
Dr. Tess Mauricio, "America's Favorite Dermatologist"
Scripps
Ranch Dermatology
“Thanks for the help and refreshing point of view.”
Jim Gist, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer
jba consulting engineers
“The info you sent me is great. I wish every PR person
included the images and text like you did...maybe 20 percent
of the couple hundred pitches we get a week are as complete.”
John Taddeo
Coed
Media Group
“Merilee, how goes it? I see the work you've been
doing for Arthur and I'm astonished. Great job!”
Dale Godboldo. COO
Arthur
Wylie Enterprises
Global Renaissance Entertainment Group - Wylie Studios
"Oh, what a terrific job you did! Very well put together,
I must say...thank you for your expertise and hard work in
getting things together so perfectly and professionally in
such a short amount of time. I'm glad I chose you and will
certainly give others my recommendation for your services...Again,
great job." James Klink, CEO
Medicom
Technologies
"I just want to say you have done a wonderful job
with the PR for QwikShower. I worked at a PR/marketing firm
here in Maryland for 6 years and I don’t think I ever saw
this much buzz being created!"
Michele Palmer
QwikShower.com
"We know from experience that stories we distribute
for our clients generate 100 to 400 placements with 400 rarely
being reached. However, your release brought in 672 placements
with a full 37% of them being from the top 50 markets!"
(read the full letter here)
Dorothy York, President
North American Press Syndicate, Inc. (NAPS)
www.napsnet.com
“Thank you!!! Through your hard work, support, and
excellence, you have really helped me increase my Google presence.
I am 90% of all 'Sheri Riley' hits listed on the first 5*
pages of Google. Awesome, Merilee!!!”
Sheri Riley, Founder
GLUE, Inc.
www.GlueInc.com
“You do an amazing job of getting us out there Merilee.
It’s great to work with you.”
Juan Ribero, Director of Sales
CableOrganizer.com
CableOrganizer.com
"This [deliverable] is another reason why you are AWESOME!"
Ellen Schack, CEO
Cowabunga Ice Cream
www.CowabungaIceCream.com
"Thanks Again Merilee, YOU ARE AMAZING! "
Ed Schack, CEO
EES Cosmetic Solutions, Inc.
www.EESCosmetics.com
"Thank you SO much for all that you do! I really appreciate
your hard work..."
Koya Webb, Author
www.KoyaWebb.com
"Great hits [Forbes & Barron's online] – thanks for
sending!"
Melissa Torra
Publicist - WILEY
www.Wiley.com
"Thanks to you guys the TapImmune media page is looking
pretty damn good!"
Denis Corin
TapImmune
www.TapImmune.com
“Absolutely first class – I feel fortunate in having
connected with Merilee. In all aspects – promptness, quality,
communication – she has been great to work with; plus, she's
very pleasant to deal with. In addition to excellently fulfilling
the tasks specified in our contract, she provided a seasoned
professional’s advice and experience – she knows her stuff!
Looking forward to working with Merilee in the future! ”
Eric Gibson, Owner
New World Publishing
www.nwpub.com
“THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING IN 2011!...I admire the
work you do, it is a privilege to work with you.”
Julia Valentine, Founder
JoyCompass.com
JoyCompass.com
"You are a genius at P.R.
The last campaign exceeded my wildest dreams and expectations.
You are undoubtedly one of the best in the field, and I keep
telling everyone about how great you are. Thank you!”
Julia Valentine, Founder
JoyCompass.com
JoyCompass.com
“I appreciate the great job you did for us this year.”
Gus Ezcurra, CEO
Advanced Telemetry
www.AdvancedTelemetry.com
“Thanks for the superb coverage.”
Evelyn Sen, Director of Marketing
Advanced Telemetry
www.AdvancedTelemetry.com
“We began using Kern Communications early on when
FETCH! Pet Care had only a handful of franchisees and customers.
I credit Merilee Kern for largely helping us to build our
business into the nation’s leading pet care provider. Merilee
Kern is smart, resourceful, and hardworking, and has generated
an unbelievable amount of media coverage for our company on
a limited budget. I would recommend her to any small business
that is looking to grow.”
Paul Mann, Founder & CEO
FETCH! Pet Care
www.FetchPetCare.com
“Thanks Merilee! It has been quite an education and
experience working with you over the last year. We've achieved
more than I thought was possible in such a short amount of
time. It is pretty amazing the leverage that I can get for
my marketing dollars with your aggressive & targeted efforts.”
Robert Jenson, Founder & CEO
The Jenson Group
www.TheJensonGroup.com
“Thank you so much for far exceeding our expectations,
I sincerely feel very confident in your vision, skills and
passion to help drive our unique Striker VIP brand and message
to the many diverse markets and countless media opportunities.”
Steven Striker, Founder & CEO
Striker VIP, Inc.
www.StrikerVIP.com
“THANK YOU for your speedy work and valuable input
- GREAT JOB!!!!...We are so excited about having your expertise!
You rock!”
Danielle Striker, Vice President, Business Development
Striker VIP, Inc.
www.StrikerVIP.com
“...you probably don't realize how much I admire
the work you do. You are far and away superior to our old
PR firm and we all truly appreciate your efforts.”
Paul Holstein, Founder and COO
CableOrganizer.com
CableOrganizer.com
“In one year you've gotten us as much coverage as
[our direct competitor's] publicist achieved in 5 years. You
rock!”
Shannon McLinden, Founder
SummerSoles.com
www.SummerSoles.com
“Anyone looking for a good publicist should reach
out to Merilee - she really knows her stuff.”
John McKee, The Business Success Coach
www.BusinessSuccessCoach.net
“I appreciate all the hard work. You are on fire!!!”
Jim Morham, Owner
Market Media Connect
MarketMediaConnect.com
"...everyone here likes your work. You hit it right on
the first time.”
Andy Hengelhaupt, Owner
Top Valley Deals
"I wanted to stop for a minute a let you know how happy
we are that the blog is coming along so well. Our readership
is way up, which is exciting, and I have a feeling the trend
[from your social media efforts] is all up, up, up!! Thanks
for your hard work and great thinking.”
Jimmy Fleming, Co-Founder
HealthyWage
"Fast, reliable and very easy to work with. Professional
job. Highly recommend! Thank you and will definitely use again
for future projects."
Victoria Barsky, Director of Marketing
Cosmoss Restaurant & Nightclub
www.cosmossny.com
"First I want to say congratulations because you get it.
You have a clear understanding of the business objectives
of PR. I loved the key points you hit on and the concise messaging...You’re
a sharp cookie.”
Raoul Davis, Principal
Ascendant
Strategy
"I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you. When
I reflect on where we are now versus where we were a year
ago. It is a tremendous difference…Merilee - We see increasingly
stronger results, your work ethic goes beyond amazing…”
Raoul Davis, Principal
Ascendant
Strategy
"You are a fireball!!!!!!!!!”
Steve Blue, CEO
Miller
Ingenuity
"You rock!”
Phrantceena Halres, CEO
Total
Protection Services Global
“I just wanted to take a moment to let you know how
excited Tim and I are to be working with you. In the short
time that we’ve worked together, you have already made a wonderful
impression, and we know that you are going to be a tremendous
asset as we all work together to build...a well known brand.”
Lyle Deitch, Co-Founder & Advisory Board Member
Good Elements, Inc.
www.GoodElements.com
"Merilee, you are a gift that keeps on giving. Thanks
so much.”
Lyle Deitch, Co-Founder & Advisory Board Member
Good Elements, Inc.
www.GoodElements.com
"Wow! I jotted some of these things down years ago.
You have geniusly put it all together. The website outline
is excellent. Thank you. This is the exact kind of help I
needed.”
Chandel L. White, Author
Romans To Jude
www.RomansToJude.com
“Kern Communications is as proficient as they come. This
is a no nonsense company driven by results and they do what
they say they will do in a timely and professional manner.
I have nothing but praise to offer. If you're looking for
a company that truly delivers, look no further. I am excited
that Kern Communications has given me their very best and
I look forward to our next accomplishment. ”
Chandel L. White, Author
Romans To Jude
www.RomansToJude.com
“Merilee was very fast, professional and creative. She
was able to understand the audience and convey the message
with little outside direction.”
Rick Kranz, Principal
OverGoStudio
www.OverGoStudio.com
“I had asked Merilee to do a short write up for a social
blog that included brand positioning and a tag line. She has
done a fabulous job. Everything was on time, I liked the copy
very much, and had almost no revision work required. I would
highly recommend.”
Michael Minutillo
RTE Striders
“Great job! Thank you for the fast service.”
Karimah Westbrook, Actress
“Great service in a timely manner and hit the spot first
time. Definitely use again.”
Graham C.
Spill Solution
"I feel it is important to tell you how much I appreciate
your work and professionalism and definitely would highly
recommend your services to any third party."
Jas Singh, Founder & CEO
Slimtree.com, Inc.
www.Slimtree.com
"[As] the lead on all PR efforts for [eDiets.com]...I
feel confident [Merilee] will increase our productivity as
she has a proven track record in past PR campaigns, strategies,
and tactics."
Shattuck Groome, former Director of Marketing
eDiets.com, Inc.
www.eDiets.com
"...I have always enjoyed working with Merilee...she's
a pro!"
Susan Burke, MS, RD, LD/N, CDE, Chief Nutritionist
eDiets.com, Inc.
www.eDiets.com
“I think your PR person, Merilee Kern, is fantastic.”
Ed Slott, CPA
Author of Parlay Your IRA Into a Family Fortune, The Retirement
Savings Time Bomb, How to Defuse It, and Ed Slott's
IRA Advisor
http://www.irahelp.com/about_ed.shtml
"...I believe that you are truly a PR genius. I have
learned so much from you..."
Gina Mead, Owner
Blu Marketing Communications
www.blucandoit.com
"...with you at the helm, interest in SparklingCards
has surpassed my expectations ..."
Roshelle Jones-Hirvonen, Founder and CEO
SparklingCards, Inc.
www.sparklingcards.com
“Thank you for all of your wonderful work on behalf
of my company...you're a marvel...It is a total pleasure working
with you...clearly top in your field and one of the most effective
PR specialists we've hired.”
Shannon McLinden, Founder
SummerSoles.com
www.SummerSoles.com
“...Thanks of another kind are due to you...this
week I got my first paying client directly as a result of
your [PR] work. He's a perfect picture of my target audience...I
am very pleased to have some hard evidence of our mutual success
and your work! Here's to a growing future together.”
John McKee, The Business Success Coach
www.BusinessSuccessCoach.net
“Thanks so much for all your hard work for us. The
[NBC & CBS TV San Diego] interviews were great & we've
been getting lots of responses already...”
Leslie & Gina Costi
FETCH!
Pet Care
“...From the beginning Merilee has helped me in the
development of marketing materials and in communicating my
business message effectively to the media...The success I
have had is unbelievable, I have been absolutely thrilled.
I see the dramatic difference in results that comes from working
with someone who not only knows their business, but took the
time to know mine and, by extension, me.”
Hank Parrott, President
Estate
& Financial Strategies, Inc.
“...we loved the press release and how you did the
endorsements. We are really thrilled with what you are doing.
It’s so easy to work with you and you get things right back
to us. Thank you so much!”
Pat Parrott
Estate
& Financial Strategies, Inc.
“I'm sooo happy with what [PR] you've done, I think
you're the greatest.”
Brent Wilsey
Wilsey
Asset Management
"Wow Merilee! You are GOOD...Thank you sooo much [for
the press release draft]."
Donna Taddeo
Voodoo Tiki Tequila Company
www.voodootiki.com
“Merilee, The quality of your articles has impressed
us. :-) You have now earned our 'PLATINUM' membership level.
This is a status that can not be bought and can only be earned
by sending in quality articles. Only a small fraction of our
thousands of authors ever obtain this level.”
Christopher M. Knight
EzineArticles.com
“Merilee Kern is among the brightest and most knowledgeable
marketers I’ve met in the Internet industry. She is creative,
professional, personable and extremely dedicated.”
Jason Schlossberg, Public Relations
Middleberg Euro RSCG
www.middleberg.com
“Kern Communications continually exhibits the skills
and the knowledge required to undertake custom marketing projects
for companies in a wide range of industries – a critical
factor for our client-driven agency. Through Kern Communications,
we’ve now established a new revenue source by offering
our clients custom-tailed online marketing services, with
the comfort and certainty that all programs developed will
meet and exceed their expectations.”
Anna Talerico, Vice President
i-on interactive, inc.
www.ioninteractive.com
“I want you to know that you are a very valuable
part of this company and I am so glad to be associated with
a person of your caliber. You do a tremendous job, and you
obviously give 200%…”
Shelly Waltman, former Manager, Community Services
eDiets.com, Inc.
www.eDiets.com
“Merilee’s superior marketing skills, along
with her in-depth understanding of Web design and layout,
has positioned her in an elite class of Internet marketing
experts. She recognizes how to articulate the value
proposition in 'marketing speak', and is able to replicate
that message into an online campaign like no other. Kern Communications
is a gem for companies looking to cost effectively bring their
Internet initiative up a notch or two.”
Pete Boehm, Executive Director-Strategic Accounts
Covad Communications, Inc.
www.covad.com
“It was a pleasure to work on high technology marketing
communications initiatives in the past with Merilee. Not only
did she provide impeccable service, but I was extremely pleased
with the originality of her ideas and the distinct style,
speed and quality of her work.”
Mike Hilgenberg, President
Entellica, LLC
www.entellica.com
" Merilee Kern is an outstanding professional in
the field of marketing. The competence and quality of her
work are unmatched. She is creative, elegant and has the pulse
on her clients and customers. Her idea’s are fresh, her words
persuasive and her abilities limitless. Merilee created many
opportunities for me professionally through her efficiency
and connections. I would highly recommend Merilee for any
marketing project both on and off line."
Kelli Calabrese MS, CSCS, ACE, President
Calabrese
Consulting LLC
“Working with Merilee was always a pleasure. I was impressed
with her ability to juggle multiple projects without compromise,
and to craft and execute creative online marketing initiatives
that were certain to deliver.”
Patricia Hambrick, Owner
The Hambrick Group
www.hambrickgroup.com
“Thank you for your article [Seven
Steps To Selecting the Right Web Development Firm],it
was well written and we enjoyed it.”
Cheryl Norton, VP Online Operations
eMarketing Association
www.emarketingassociation.com
“I’ve used other Internet marketing services
in the past, but Kern Communications has been far more impressive
from the start by enthusiastically approaching our challenge
and delivering results much faster than expected.”
Gerald DeSantis, Owner
GamesAlive
www.GamesAlive.com
“When planning the launch of our GamingWire online
news service, we turned to Kern Communications for their unique
online marketing expertise and creative ability. We were extremely
pleased with the responsiveness, and overall results.”
Jack Harpster, Executive Director
Lasvegas.com/Stephens Media Group
www.LasVegas.com
“Merilee Kern is an enormously talented marketer
who understands what it takes to be successful online. She
has a clear vision of the true economic value of the World
Wide Web, a tremendous capacity for organization, action and
communication, and is the only person I've ever known that
is capable of getting 8 hours of work done in 6.”
Dennis Gallinat, Principal
United American Technologies, Inc
“Not only does Merilee Kern deliver on her promises,
she delivers quickly! No matter what my request, she nails
it the first time around with no revisions necessary.”
Angela Dowgos, Online Business Development
LT&M Group
“I have found Kern Communications not only professional,
but it’s great to work with a company that delivers more
than they promise!”
Bob Perry, Owner
Branded Inc.
“You are superb at what you do.”
Michelle Perez, former Director, Product Development
eDiets.com, Inc.
www.eDiets.com
“I have always believed that your work product
and work ethics were always 200%. Thanks for all you've
done…”
Christine M. Brown, former Vice President, Operations
eDiets.com, Inc.
www.eDiets.com
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