“She is fantastic to work with. This is what I love about working with Amanda: I can explain something kind of technical to her and I see her processing and assimilating it. It sticks and I see it coming out correct in its detail in her media releases.”
Myron Erickson
Director of Public Works
City of Wyoming
“Amanda is an extremely competent and dependable program administrator and communications professional. Amanda was a joy to work with because she cares about what she does, collaborates very well and pays attention to detail. Amanda was undoubtedly one of the most well-liked and upbeat people in our office. If I had the opportunity to work with her again I would do it in a heartbeat. She is an asset to any team, a meta-learner and committed to socially equitable outcomes.”
Hank Kelley
Deputy Planning Manager
City of Ann Arbor
“Amanda has a deep level of empathy that makes her a strong communications professional, and an even stronger leader. She sees the world through a refreshingly optimistic lens that shines through in her work and in every person she meets. Her upbeat personality and passion for public service are simply contagious. Amanda is very strategic in her communication planning, leading her to bring even the most seemingly impossible projects to fruition. She never stops learning and always strives to be the best she can be, all while supporting those around her on the way. I can honestly say working for Amanda has made me a better communications professional and any organization would be lucky to have her expertise.”
Cassi Cooper
Engagement and Digital Outreach Specialist
The Rapid
“Amanda is a joy to work with! Not only is she extremely competent, collaborative, and willing to learn and take on new challenges, she also brings an optimistic viewpoint, a problem-solving mindset, and a perspective that always seeks to unite both internal and external audiences. She is often my second set of eyes on communication outputs, a thoughtful sounding board, and my favorite lunch partner.”
Jennifer Kalczuk
Public Safety Communications
City of Grand Rapids
“Amanda excels in collaborative leadership. She’s passionate about community service and using effective communication to enhance outcomes for all. Her energy, empathy and lived experience make her an excellent leader – one I continue to look to for advice and support.”
Molly Rizor
Marketing Project Manager
Highland Group
“Working with Amanda has been phenomenal! I was a 19-year-old kid majoring in Exercise Science and had no experience with any type of community outreach, data entry, or overall general marketing experience when I interned with her. Having Amanda walk me through in not just a manner of “this is how you do this” but instead she would explain to me how I can use these skills to impact my future career as a personal trainer or within any aspect of my future. It shows she cares and that she is passionate about not only what she does but the people that surround her.”
Anthony Mead
Police Recruit
City of Kentwood
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