Here are a few of the many organizations we've had the privilege to serve:
What's being said about Rick Chambers & Associates?
"Rick Chambers & Associates were terrific to work with. Our [capital] campaign has been going on for awhile, but when Rick stepped in we received the necessary momentum to finish. Rick was very diplomatic and easy to work with for our many diverse volunteers and staff. He valued other opinions yet kept us on our path to success." — Judy Markusse Paget, Executive Director, Hospital Hospitality House of Southwest Michigan
"Rick Chambers listened not only to what our organizational media needs were, but he also assisted in tailoring them to our communication style. His insight and knowledge are invaluable." — Leah Ortiz, executive director, The Arc of Calhoun County
“School funding can be a complicated subject to understand, but Rick used multiple mechanisms to teach our public about our need ... We believe Rick played a pivotal role in the passing of our bonds, and he positioned PPS for continued positive engagement with our residents regarding building progress and student success." — Sarah Baker, Community Relations, Portage Public Schools
"Rick has managed all communications and PR for this, my 10th campaign with United Way of Jackson County. He has made this by far our best year -- from a new and creative campaign theme launch, through full support of our special events, paid and earned media, we have enjoyed better visibility and recognition -- with far less pain and effort on my end! He understands the nuances to our work, and his response to our needs is immediate and effective." — Ken Toll, president and CEO, United Way of Jackson County (Michigan)
"Dozens of others will recommend Rick and his extraordinary work. I'm delighted to join their ranks. Rick and I worked closely together at two companies for more than a decade. In that time, he always demonstrated commitment, high intelligence, sensitivity and strong creative energy.” — Stephen Lederer, independent communications consultant
"When we found ourselves in need while dealing with a regulating governmental agency, we turned to Rick Chambers. We were impressed with his professional experience and his calm demeanor. The results? We achieved a workable understanding with our regulatory agency, and we now have a better relationship with that body than we have ever had. Hats off to Rick!" — Jeannine Dodson, general manager, Adams Outdoor Advertising
“Rick and I worked together on a number of sensitive and highly public HR/benefits issues. As media relations lead, he made it a point to be fully versed in the nuances of what these issues meant to various groups, and how best to communicate them in an honest and compassionate way.” — Kristina DiPalo, HR and communications consultant
“Rick is without question technically and professionally qualified, but what sets Rick apart is his unfailingly positive attitude, genuine enthusiasm for his work, his passion for excellence and his boundless energy.” — Russ Spencer, state government relations director, Pfizer Inc.
“Rick is someone I relied on to release and confirm news items for daily newscasts. He is organized, efficient and respectful of journalists' deadlines. Rick is an exceptional public and corporate relations professional.” — Kate Tillotson, news reporter & anchor, WWMT Newschannel 3
“Rick’s knowledge of, and pride in, Michigan is matched by his experience working at the national and international levels in media relations, crisis communications, manufacturing and employee relations.” — Betsy Raymond Stevenson, RaymondStevenson Healthcare Communications
“I have experienced first-hand Rick’s thoughtful, compassionate, and insightful leadership and collegiality. Rick’s strategic thinking, articulate delivery, and elegant skills are what is most readily apparent. What underpins these, however, is what is most important – here is a professional who works from a place of values and conscience.”
— Angela Graham, Fetzer Institute
“I can think of no one I'd rather have on my side during times of crisis. He is the consummate communications professional: well prepared, collaborative, highly skilled and extremely cool under fire. Rick is well known as a leader of extremely high ethical standards who gets things done effectively and without unnecessary fanfare.” — Bryant Haskins, Otter Creek Communications LLC
“In the 20+ years I have known Rick, he has always represented his client professionally and - more importantly - has represented them in an honorable way. Integrity is the word that comes to mind.” — Michael Betz, ImageStream Creative Communications
"Rick Chambers listened not only to what our organizational media needs were, but he also assisted in tailoring them to our communication style. His insight and knowledge are invaluable." — Leah Ortiz, executive director, The Arc of Calhoun County
“School funding can be a complicated subject to understand, but Rick used multiple mechanisms to teach our public about our need ... We believe Rick played a pivotal role in the passing of our bonds, and he positioned PPS for continued positive engagement with our residents regarding building progress and student success." — Sarah Baker, Community Relations, Portage Public Schools
"Rick has managed all communications and PR for this, my 10th campaign with United Way of Jackson County. He has made this by far our best year -- from a new and creative campaign theme launch, through full support of our special events, paid and earned media, we have enjoyed better visibility and recognition -- with far less pain and effort on my end! He understands the nuances to our work, and his response to our needs is immediate and effective." — Ken Toll, president and CEO, United Way of Jackson County (Michigan)
"Dozens of others will recommend Rick and his extraordinary work. I'm delighted to join their ranks. Rick and I worked closely together at two companies for more than a decade. In that time, he always demonstrated commitment, high intelligence, sensitivity and strong creative energy.” — Stephen Lederer, independent communications consultant
"When we found ourselves in need while dealing with a regulating governmental agency, we turned to Rick Chambers. We were impressed with his professional experience and his calm demeanor. The results? We achieved a workable understanding with our regulatory agency, and we now have a better relationship with that body than we have ever had. Hats off to Rick!" — Jeannine Dodson, general manager, Adams Outdoor Advertising
“Rick and I worked together on a number of sensitive and highly public HR/benefits issues. As media relations lead, he made it a point to be fully versed in the nuances of what these issues meant to various groups, and how best to communicate them in an honest and compassionate way.” — Kristina DiPalo, HR and communications consultant
“Rick is without question technically and professionally qualified, but what sets Rick apart is his unfailingly positive attitude, genuine enthusiasm for his work, his passion for excellence and his boundless energy.” — Russ Spencer, state government relations director, Pfizer Inc.
“Rick is someone I relied on to release and confirm news items for daily newscasts. He is organized, efficient and respectful of journalists' deadlines. Rick is an exceptional public and corporate relations professional.” — Kate Tillotson, news reporter & anchor, WWMT Newschannel 3
“Rick’s knowledge of, and pride in, Michigan is matched by his experience working at the national and international levels in media relations, crisis communications, manufacturing and employee relations.” — Betsy Raymond Stevenson, RaymondStevenson Healthcare Communications
“I have experienced first-hand Rick’s thoughtful, compassionate, and insightful leadership and collegiality. Rick’s strategic thinking, articulate delivery, and elegant skills are what is most readily apparent. What underpins these, however, is what is most important – here is a professional who works from a place of values and conscience.”
— Angela Graham, Fetzer Institute
“I can think of no one I'd rather have on my side during times of crisis. He is the consummate communications professional: well prepared, collaborative, highly skilled and extremely cool under fire. Rick is well known as a leader of extremely high ethical standards who gets things done effectively and without unnecessary fanfare.” — Bryant Haskins, Otter Creek Communications LLC
“In the 20+ years I have known Rick, he has always represented his client professionally and - more importantly - has represented them in an honorable way. Integrity is the word that comes to mind.” — Michael Betz, ImageStream Creative Communications
