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RESULTS

"Having hired Dennis twice at various points in my own career, I can attest to his being a quick study who brings a wide range of experiences that enable him to add valuable perspective in forming strategic and effective communications.  I've relied on him as a trusted friend for more than 25 years."

 

 - Spencer Abraham, Chairman and CEO, The Abraham Group LLC, 

and former U.S. Secretary of Energy and U.S. Senator from Michigan 

ASSOCIATION & NON-PROFIT

  • Helping coordinate an effective communications strategy that has successfully  transformed a Washington trade association's reputation, which has contributed to a nearly 200 percent member revenues increase.
     

  • Created marketing and communications program to help a small association capitalize on membership opportunities.
     

  • Working with the board of a software user group to develop and implement a strategic plan to maximize value and attract new members.
     

  • Coordinated a yearlong rebranding effort with an association board resulting in a flawless name change for the organization.

“Dennis’ abilities played an important role in helping quickly reshape and advance the organization’s image and reputation with the industry.  At the same time, his character and judgment made him a reliable sounding board as we took U.S. Travel to the next level.  We continue to rely on his insights and support.”
 

- Roger Dow, President and CEO,    
  U.S. Travel Association    

 

"Dennis' encouragement during our media training session helped minimize stress during the on-camera exercises, and his insights will be very useful in preparing for future encounters with the press."

 

- Tim Coffy, Senior Manager, Public and Government Affairs,      

Total Petrochemicals & Refining USA Inc.      

CORPORATE

  • Coordinated media strategy and handled media relations for an exploration company that resulted in more than 1,000 stories in major media outlets around the world.

 

  • Spearheaded communications strategy and effectively managed several important announcements for major corporations.
     

  • Working closely with a company's entire senior management team, coordinated a strategy that assured employees and the industry that business would continue to thrive following a transition in leadership.
     

  • Initiated and implemented several important internal programs at companies to improve internal communications, including a well-received annual State of the Company address by a CEO to employees at all five major U.S. operations centers, as well as to six regional headquarters worldwide; and a weekly luncheon during a six-month period to enable employees to sound off in a non-judgmental forum about what they liked and disliked about working at a company.  
     

  • Scripted senior management presentations and worked on overall messaging and video presentations for a company's three-day retreat that energized executives while focusing them on key priorities.

“Beyond his ability as a communications expert, Dennis has the valuable ability to effectively work with senior management and the rest of the team with equal respect and support.”

 

- Kevin Conroy, President, Digital and New Platforms, MGM, 

and former Chief Marketing Officer and President, 

  New Technology, BMG Entertainment  

“Dennis was a respected and valued asset during a critical time in the company's growth because of his ability to work quickly with high-powered personalities and make complex information understandable to the media and our employees.”

 

- George Vradenburg, President, Vradenburg Foundation, 
and former Executive Vice President, Fox Inc. 

ADVOCACY

  • Working with state tourism leaders,  made the case for the value of increased marketing that led the governor to provide $12 million in additional funding for tourism promotion over the next two years, despite facing budget pressures.
     

  • A continuing effort with a prominent Convention and Visitors Bureau to communicate the value of tourism to the local community laid the foundation for approval by the City Council of a $180 million expansion to the convention center.

 

"It was a great experience working with Dennis on our 60-page report to the governor and the communications strategy for our tourism industry.  He added a lot of value to our process and I look forward to working with him more in the future." 

 

 - Aaron Gumpenberger, Exec. Director, Tennessee Tourism Committee;  
   Director, Planning and Development,  
Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc.  

 

"I don't know how to say thank you enough.  This is a very powerful-looking document!  I appreciate your ability to organize and synthesize with limited background information."
 

 - Bryan Lewis, Principal, Veritas LLC  

 

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