As the case studies presented here demonstrate, the ACII “difference” is helping nonprofit organizations move hearts and minds to effect positive social change. And here is what our clients have to say about the results:

Testimonials:

“Gisele’s experience both as a reporter and a public relations professional has provided her with an exceptional ability to see ‘the big picture’ — and all the angles of how an advocacy group can most effectively communicate an issue to its target audience, then motivate them to take a desired action.”

—Darren Irby, Vice President Public Relations,
   American Red Cross National Headquarters

"Gisele is one of the most talented communicators I have met in my 20-year career in communications and public relations. Her ability to quickly grasp the key issues and create, launch and manage strategic communications plans is remarkable. But beyond the ability to do the work, she is someone that can be trusted to deliver quality work on time and within budget. Her professional integrity is of the highest order. She has made advocacy her career and her support of issues related to wildlife conservation is genuine.”

—Mary Jane Williamson, Director of Communications,
   American Sportfishing Association

“Gisele has proven to be an asset to our maturing organization as both our communications consultant, as well as a mentor in leadership and management development. Her talents and tenacity have been invaluable, and her dedication and commitment not only to the work outlined in our contract, but to the overall success of our organization has forged a partnership and friendship that will continue long after the contract ends.”

—Jennifer Green, Executive Coordinator,
   PEACE X PEACE

“The WaterISAC – being a fairly new venture – required not only strong marketing and communication assistance, but also an education in marketing for the staff here. Gisele helped us launch a multi-faceted campaign that was very well received. What’s more, she introduced us to effective marketing concepts, and this made a significant difference in our contribution to the effort.”

—Diane VanDe Hei, Executive Director,
   Water Information Sharing and Analysis Center (WaterISAC)

“Gisele is skilled at working in a highly stressful and deadline driven environment and still step outside the box to find clever and newsworthy approaches. When I served as Vice President of Government Affairs for The Wilderness Society, Gisele assisted me in designing public education campaigns for a variety of issues (Land and Water Conservation Fund, Native Americans issues, Arctic). Her ability to shape public messages using public opinion polling, scientific and economic studies, and legislative procedure was always on target and effective."

"On a much different project and size of scale, ACII assisted the Washington Youth Garden, (a project of the Friends of the National Arboretum), brand itself after 30 years of existence, and many different looks and messages. She helped a small organization shift through its own history and come up with a new look and message that fits kids today. The project came in on budget and time. The best thing is she left a communications plan and strategy that is still working three years later.”

—Rindy O’Brien, Board Member,
   Friends of the National Arboretum and Former Vice President,    The Wilderness Society

“Gisele has been the feature story writer for our monthly magazine for some years and I can always count on her to come through with an incredible story — often in a pinch. She’s a superlative writer and her work has received numerous compliments from our membership — not only to commend her writing but also her strong interview skills.”

—Jennifer D. Kuper, Associate Manager
   NISH: Creating employment opportunities for people with severe
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