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American Psychological Association

"Rachel has an eye for how a seemingly basic science finding can be applied to a real world need. She works quickly and efficiently, and her writing is always coherent. She is able to converse with researchers and ask the right questions to translate findings in such a way that news gatekeepers and the public will understand its value."

- Rhea K. Farberman, executive director, APA Member and Public Communications

National Multiple Sclerosis Society

"I can happily recommend Rachel Adelson. She respects deadlines, listens to instructions, and promptly communicates when a developing story takes a strange or unexpected turn. One of her stories for us garned a bronze medal from National Health Information Awards and an honorable mention Clarion Award from Women in Communications."

- Martha King, director of publications and editor of Inside MS

IBM Corporate Publications

"Rachel brings many talents to the table: a superb writer, a keen knowledge of the business world ... a well-honed practice of accuracy, an ability to get the job done under any circumstance, and a well-traveled, international view of the world. She also brings to her work an equal measure of imagination, wit and joy -- characteristics that set her apart both professionally and personally."

     - Chuck Boyer, manager and Editor, IBM's Think Magazine

Discovery Networks U.S.

"Rachel ... operates in a highly professional manner and can easily adapt her writing to a wide range of topics and styles, from the highly technical to the cleverly creative.... She is highly efficient, understands and complies with deadlines and is able to quickly absorb complex topics and translate them into clear and concise prose."

     - Lynn McReynolds, Senior VP, Communications

IBM Corporate Communications

"Rachel met deadlines with clean, accurate, compelling copy which was a delight to read. She provided additional resources such as URLs and software information to enhance presentation on the Web. Her reliability and zest for her work recommend her as a communications professional who truly makes an editor's life less stressful."

     - Jennifer Gniady, managing editor, corporate intranet

School of Public Health, University of North Carolina

"Rachel received high marks for her group participation [in class], consistently contributing thoughtful and accurate information. Rachel's writing ability was notable, as her assignments were always organized and well-written, making her explanation of some difficult concepts very clear and comprehensible."

     - Shelley Golden, MPH, professor, Social and Behavioral Sciences in Public Health

Georgetown University

"My students and I found Ms. Adelson to be a lively, compelling and knowledgeable speaker and I would highly recommend her as both an instructor and a guest lecturer. She is very skilled at communicating her extensive experience in the corporate world; she is also a good listener who hears what students say and responds in a helpful and encouraging fashion."

     - Barbara Feinman Todd, director, GU Professional Writing Program

Genuine Article Press

“There are few writers who are better suited for critical projects than Alan. He is an intelligent, diligent and conscientious writer who conducts thorough research, writes beautifully, makes deadlines and cares deeply about the quality of his work. … I regard him as a top choice in the communications and media sector.”

     - Stewart Schley, now of Stewart Schley Editorial Services

Warren Communications News

“Working with often-difficult business, technology and political issues, Alan’s accuracy and understanding were always good, and he effectively dealt with news sources. … We have always been pleased to have had Alan associated with our company.”

     - R. Michael Feazel, managing editor

Pike & Fischer: Communications Media Analysis (CMA) Group

“Alan is extremely reliable, supportive, knowledgeable and talented. I highly recommend him for filling any of your editorial and research needs.”

     - Scott Sleek, director, the CMA Group

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