About Us - Rave Reviews

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"You've proven your value to us time and time again as we've called upon your services for years and have even depended on your immediate attention during an emergency. But recently, I was amazed at your ability to quickly simplify and humanize a complex 200-year old argument and help our company present our message with results."
--LUDOVIC RASSAT, PRESIDENT & CEO, BOIRON
 
“Spending two brief sessions with Karen completely transformed how I interact with people – both professionally and personally.  Whether presenting my company in a formal sales setting or having a casual conversation, I am now able to better connect with people and I will use the skills she taught me for the rest of my life. I don't even know how to thank her."
--MICHAEL VAN SAUN, CLEMENS CONSTRUCTION
 
“We were astounded and impressed at how quickly your coaching made a difference for one of our key managers. We were very very impressed with the improvement in skills and how she turned what could have been deadly information into a dynamic presentation.”
--TERRY POOLE, DIRECTOR OF LEARNING SERVICES, CSL BEHRING

"Getting an interview is great, but getting quoted is what really put points on the board. Karen gives you practical tips for how to turn every base hit into a home run."
--KRISTINE GROW, MEDIA RELATIONS MANAGER, ARAMARK CORP.

"Your advice will stay with me every time I walk into a pressroom or in front of a camera from now on. You are great at what you do!"
-- JACK NICKLAUS, PROFESSIONAL GOLFER

“You are a dynamic presenter and a terrific coach. You taught our speakers such practical tips and techniques that they could quickly implement into practice… even those who believed that they knew it all.  We all walked away better presenters than before your program.”
FRANK RUSSOMANO, CEO US HEALTHCONNECT, INC.

“You were fabulous! Excellent, practical, helpful advice from someone who's walked the walk and talked the talk. You have picked the perfect job for yourself!"
--DANIEL ISAACMAN, WYETH

"Karen was right on mark and the feedback was exceptional. Her enthusiasm for communicating effectively is infectious, making the whole session enjoyable and productive."
--MICHAEL WOOD, SENIOR MEDIA RELATIONS MANAGER, PHILADELPHIA ELECTRIC COMPANY

"I found the speaking and presentation coaching you gave me was the single most valuable preparation for the ODAC meeting that I received. Your suggestions were amazingly effective."
-- MARK BERGER, MD, DIRECTOR CDMA ONCOLOGY GLAXO SMITH KLINE

“You really helped me define and shape my own message until it was so clear in my mind that I was able to communicate crisply and clearly in my own words during a variety of circumstances without sounding like a tape recorder.  It was the best coaching I’ve ever had.”
-- ROBERT VINCENT, WYETH

“Friedman’s strategy to combine proven communications practices with the personal styles and experiences of the participants, quickly and effectively transformed the group from good presenters of information into effective motivators and leaders.”
-- CARMEN FERRIGNO, GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER ROHM AND HAAS COMPANY

“One of the most unique qualities that Karen offers her client is that she truly gets to know all aspects of the company she is working with, including its philosophy and future goals.  She is truly dedicated to knowing the ins and outs of a product or service that will be the focus of a training session.”
-- ELISA GREINER CANNA, PORTER NOVELLI

“Many thanks for helping us refine our message. The meetings you held have had considerable impact on the messaging here. For this, we are more than grateful!”
-- GUY ESNOUF, VP MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS, UNISYS

 “We have garnered more than our share of media time and thanks to you, I remind myself to manage the message. You are a terrific trainer and we look forward to working with you and your team again.”
-- ROSS BORN, CEO   JUST BORN

“Thanks for your wonderful help! Working with you gave me the confidence to really feel comfortable with my subject."
-- VENDELA, SUPER MODEL

“You are among the small class of rock stars that has come to IABC Chicago. You helped our chapter deliver on the commitment we make to bring solid programming to our members."
--TINA KORECKY BOWNESS, INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BUSINESS COMMUNICATORS

"The coaching I received from you has certainly proven a wise investment. I have been on the circuit and have received excellent reviews.”
-- RICHARD HARRIS, VICE PRESIDENT PENSKE LEASING

“The training you afforded me in your executive media coaching program was one of the most effective programs in which we have invested. Working with you is a dream!”
-- MARC CERCEO, COO, PAT CROCE AND COMPANY

“I have sought Karen Friedman’s advice on several occasions while preparing important statements during a crisis. She has always provided me excellent advice and key messaging which is why she is the first person I call for communication strategy guidance. “
-- BRIGID O’NEILL-LAGIER, CEO AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD SERVICES

“I want to congratulate and thank you for the excellent media training presentation you put on for the CWI conference in Bucharest, Romania. Not only did I get very positive feedback from many of the Romanian women, but I personally found it full of down to earth, practical, highly professional tips that I can use right now in my dealings with the media."
-- SUSAN R. JOHNSON, CHARGE D'AFFAIRES   EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

"Karen's approach of involving a large audience made her presentation even more effective. This session was by far the most popular attracting not only those in public information, but county officials from across the country."
--ROBERT TUCKER, VICE PRESIDENT   NATIONAL ASSN. OF COUNTY INFORMATION OFFICERS

"Excellent.” Exceeded my expectations.” No Comparison. By far, the best media training I've ever attended. Karen Friedman Enterprises, Inc. offered us a very unique aspect to media training -- real experience from real professional reporters and camera people."
-- JOAN PRZYBYLOWICZ, PHILADELPHIA WATER DEPARTMENT

"You are the BEST program we've ever had -- you epitomize the message you deliver. You are believable, knowledgeable, warm, animated and effective."
-- SHARLA FELDSCHER, PUBLIC RELATIONS SOCIETY OF AMERICA

"Karen is dynamic in the way she shares her knowledge of how to publicly communicate.  Her thorough understanding of the communication industry has helped my staff define their message with clarity and consistency.  Her insights and ideas have become an integral part of their professional style."
-- MARY ANN TOMASSO, SR. DIRECTOR, HEALTHCARE POLICY & COMPLIANCE, NORTH AMERICA, CSL BEHRING

"Karen provides the professional guidance and strategic counsel that isn't often found among other media trainers. She develops an understanding of the issues and the company BEFORE she trains your spokespersons."
-- DOUG PETKUS, VP GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS WYETH

"You are an exceptional speaker and your evaluations were off the charts. Everyone enjoyed your excellent presentation and learned a lot."
-- NIDA QUIRONG-JONES, AMERICAN NURSES ASSOCIATION

"Your training allows people to see the benefits of discipline and planning, key to any business plan, strategy, or customer interaction.  This attests to your skills, experience and ability to connect with people.  You're the best I've ever seen, and I've seen a few!"
-- SYD HAVELY, ROHM AND HAAS SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

"We consider you to be a vital component in the delivery of our crisis management and litigation PR services.  You not only have the journalistic background and training skills, but also the ability to quickly comprehend our strategies and work as a true partner-in-service to our clients."
-- WAYNE EDWARDS, COO, BILL HUDSON AND ASSOCIATES

"Thanks for breathing life into my first "all woman's" conference. You are a bright, dynamic individual who has so much to share with her audiences."
--BOB WAINWRIGHT, HEALTHCARE BUSINESSWOMAN'S ASSOCIATION

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