Letters, we get letters. Or today: emails, we get emails. Clients and members of the media agree, Ginny Richardson Public Relations has the goods. Read what they’re saying behind our backs…
With over thirty years’ experience working with PR agencies nationally and internationally, I can state that you, Ginny and Andy, are the ultimate PR professionals and the best with whom I have had the pleasure to work. Your public relations input and insightful recommendations for the Grand Opening Manual will remain a legacy for Tom & Eddie’s.
Jeff Franklin, Former Vice President Marketing
McDonald’s Systems of EuropE
We hired Ginny Richardson Public Relations to help us with the promotion of our Festival. The difference in the level of success we achieved before and after hiring GR-PR was astonishing. Their understanding of the unique qualities of our Festival, as well as its value to students and the community at large, was most impressive— but even more amazing was their extensive knowledge of the art & science of public relations, the mechanics of newspaper, TV, radio and the Internet, and how to use such media to sensational effect. The diligence and tireless effort they put into promoting our event went far beyond the call of duty, and represented a degree of professionalism and commitment that – in these penurious days – is practically unknown. As a result, our Festival achieved a level of success we never thought possible. If you, your business or organization has any need for PR services, I cannot recommend GR–PR too highly. They not only do a marvelous job, they are the nicest, most generous & thoughtful people you will ever meet!
ED NEWMANN, PRESIDENT
ACTION! Movie & Music Initiative
I want to thank you for the wonderful job you did publicizing our Elgin Open House. It has been a real pleasure working with you again and we were thrilled with how well the event went. There is no doubt in my mind that your work on our behalf made all the difference.
Theresa Forthofer, President and CEO
Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region
It was a pleasure working with Andy Richardson. He was easy to get a hold of and worked fast when needed. He was very helpful in all aspects. He made the Dance and Movement Website user friendly.
Cami Bettencourt, 2018 Director
Dance and Movement Workshop
GR-PR simply hit a home run for me and my business. I never expected such fast and potent results, and it is always a pleasure working with such a professional and elegant organization.”
David Knezz, Artist/Teacher
Knezz’s masks
While McDonald’s is a very large corporation, McStore was a very sensitive project with very limited resources. Ginny and her staff rose to the challenge and achieved an unexpected level of exposure for McStore. Media exposure from all sectors raised the level of awareness of our operation. GR-PR handled all media relations with a high degree of professionalism. I felt very comfortable allowing Ginny to handle all inquires with the media. I know I could not have done a better job myself. I highly recommend GR-PR for any public or media relations project. They’re the best!
Joe Endress, VP, Facilities & Systems
McDonald’s Corp.
Just a quick but big thanks for all you are doing. I met with Meg from the Chicago Tribune this morning, Lisa from AT&T Cable yesterday, and this Monday, WGN TV is coming out. So, all I can say is, wow!
Brad Ogilvie, Director
Canticle Ministries
From the very first meeting, GR‐PR ‘got it.’ They have been an integral part of the Young Marines explosive awareness growth over the last two years.
Gary Weisbaum, Chief Marketing Officer
The Young Marines
Our fair received national television coverage on ABC’s ‘Good Morning America’ and also ESPN’s sports highlight of the day. GR-PR’s persistence and success in enticing Chicago media outlets to the DuPage County Fair put us in an enviable position among other local fairs and festivals.
Holly Yeates, PR Committee Chair
DuPage County Fair Association
Working with Ginny is one of the best parts of my job. Besides the outstanding PR packages for which she is so well-known, Ginny can advise those of us on limited budgets about priority items, and how to avoid wasting resources on “low-return” efforts. The broad spectrum of her knowledge also makes her a trusted advisor in related areas such as corporate sponsorships and guest information materials. When it comes to events, Ginny is an invaluable resource to me and others in our organization.
Julianna Patterson Greer, Director of Special Events
IL St. Andrew Society
Ginny’s authentic eagerness and enthusiasm to go “above and beyond” are just part of the GR-PR package. It is a pleasure and delight to work with Ginny because of her optimistic, can-do approach, her wonderful sense of humor and her commitment to high quality work. Since GR-PR became involved with Wellness House, there has been a dramatic increase in public exposure, program publicity and community involvement.
Jeannie Cella, Executive Director
Wellness House
Ginny did an excellent job of promoting the opening of our store and was able to get articles about us into the Chicago Tribune, Daily Herald and several other papers. This coverage is STILL bringing customers in, FOUR YEARS LATER!
Linda Mayor, President
Firm Foundations, Ltd.
GR-PR has opened doors for my coaching company in a challenging market. Ginny has a warm style that enables her to succeed with media people who are bombarded daily by a slew of PR people. I plan to continue our relationship for a long time.
Dr. Jane R. Flagello, President
Direction Dynamics, Inc.
Ginny is so very talented at writing information that people want to read, while, at the same time, she knows how to read people.
Sheryl Baltz
Drapery Works
Ginny’s unique talents and abilities have helped to make many of our projects a success.
Tim Thompson
Builder/designer Hinsdale
Ginny’s creativity, timing, attention to detail and knowledge of the media has been a critical component of Northern Trust Company’s outstanding PR success in our local markets. We receive exceptional service and commitment.
Carson Yeager, Managing Director
Northern Trust Bank, Hinsdale
Not only does Ginny know her business, but it’s a joy to work with her. Salt Creek Ballet has greatly benefited from our association with GR-PR as our public relations needs have expanded to match the growth of our business.
O.J. Mavon, Director of Marketing
Salt Creek Ballet
Ginny Richardson of GR-PR, as my media representative, has generated interest and bookings that have directly and indirectly contributed more than 60% of my firm’s current income. She is consistently under-promising and over-delivering, the true sign of a great company with which to do business.
Bob Bapes, President
Bapes & Associates
GR-PR has been extremely effective in increasing our exposure to the media; especially in regards to our use of new and innovative techniques. Ginny’s succinct and informative press releases piqued the interest of several publications resulting in excellent written articles.
Ricardo Izquierdo, M.D.
Plastic Surgeons Associates
Ginny has a tremendous love for the work she does. It’s often difficult to tell which she enjoys most – working at her desk or teaching and giving to the community.
Brian Westbury
Photographer
Working with Ginny on the publicity for the May Antiques Market was a pleasure and resulted in the best coverage of the event ever! Due to the efforts of everyone at GR-PR, the Mill is still benefiting from an increase in interest from the press six months after the event.
Sandy Brubaker
Graue Mill and Museum, Oak Brook
Ginny Richardson’s approach is low-key and hard hitting. The press trusts her integrity and responds in kind.
Dave Bachi, Director
I&M Canal Rendezvous
The PR was outstanding! I had GR-PR help promote a new club I started called the Illinois Giant Pumpkin Growers Association. Not only did it make most of the local papers, I had Channel 2 news Chicago, hovering over my pumpkin patch as we loaded my 868 lb pumpkin onto a truck. Channel 5 news Chicago interviewed me from the pumpkin patch. I had more PR then I imagined. GR-PR has also promoted my company’s annual pond tour in a big way.
George Janowiak, President
Illinois Giant Pumpkin Growers Association & Gem Ponds Inc., Roselle
GR-PR has opened up a whole new world that has helped in placing us on the map in terms of non-profit youth organizations. I have become a very big fan of GR-PR. Their many contributions to our success are truly Major League.
Michael B. Kessler, National Executive Director and CEO
The Young Marines
Thank you so much for all you’ve done for Breathe Deep Naperville! So many people keep telling me about what they read in the paper, it’s amazing!
Michele Bowles, Chairman
Breathe Deep Naperville
Ginny and her associates have breathed new life into out public relations efforts. Ginny’s enthusiasm and creativity combined with her resourcefulness have become invaluable components to our exposure in the press. As a not-for-profit facility on a limited budget, Washington Square benefits from our association with GR-PR. Not only that, we have fun in the doing.
Pam Anderson, Executive Director
Washington Square Retirement Community
Thanks so much for getting me the story in the Suburban Life – I did NOT expect front cover! The classes were thrilled. What a kick!
Connie Livingston, President
Connie Livingston’s Dept. of Weights & Measures
If a client of hers has needs beyond publicity, Ginny contacts the people in her network and brings people together. Her professional ethics are such that she does a great deal of pro bono work for individuals and community groups who need a boost and a burst of Ginny’s special touch.
Mary Kay O’Grady, President
The O’Grady Group
A phone call from Ginny gets my attention 100 percent of the time. Why? In terms of professionalism and ethics, her standards are off the chart. Her kind of credibility gave, and continues to give, her requests for press coverage front-burner attention by editors.
Mary Peterson Kauffold, former journalist
Chicago Tribune
One of Ginny’s dominant characteristics is her ability to work with a wide range of individuals and to coordinate a finished product that has the flavor of her creativity.
Nicholas D. Keseric, Jr. Senior Vice President
Northern Trust Company
Delivering more than what is expected has earned Ginny a reputation that others covet. Companies from around the country know of her reputation and use her as a benchmark when evaluating others in the field.
Jack Vonder Heide, President
Technology Briefing Centers, Inc.
Ginny Richardson tirelessly chases down interviews, interesting anecdotes and information for the journalist. On every assignment we have worked on together, she has gone above and beyond what is expected.
Pam Livingston, former journalist
Reporter Progress Newspapers
As a newspaper person, I can’t tell you how refreshing it is to deal with a public relations professional who is reliable, knowledgeable and trustworthy….Ginny is all that and more.
Jan Urso, former journalist
The Doings Newspaper
The WBBM radio spot got one of our investors to call us and tell us he heard it. Great! The picture in the Daily Herald is also terrific. Traffic has been good and rentals are as strong as they have ever been. Good Job!
William DeWoskin
The Timbers of Shorewood
As a business woman and a professional, Ginny has upheld the highest of standards.
Diana Bauer, Board of Directors
MYM, DuPage
Ginny seems to know everyone as well as the ins and outs of high quality PR work. She shares a network of clients, associates and colleagues that always fits your specific need. She makes it easy, effective and fun.
Larry Dybis, Executive Director
People Dynamics
Because of GR-PR’s creative involvement with King-Bruwaert retirement community, we have had an increase of inquires and admissions. Ginny does a great job.
Bonnie Warden, Director of Sales and Admissions
King-Bruwaert House
GR-PR has represented us very well in the media. Our coverage has been excellent, and our practice has flourished with her assistance.
Talmage J. Raine, M.D.
Plastic Surgeons Associates
Ginny Richardson of GR-PR has done a fantastic job in helping to make the Education Center known in DuPage County. Numerous news articles have resulted from her efforts. Ginny gives us 110%. We started out with a client-firm relationship and ended up friends. Ginny is very professional, hard-working and just a wonderful person.
Dr. Michael Litow, Executive Director
The Education Center, Naperville
I was so excited to get on US99 and CLTV because of your help, and know that, through you, I was able to spread the word about lung cancer awareness. I know I will do my best to send people your way for all their PR needs.
Renee Kosiarek, Chairman
Annual Lung Cancer Walk and Rally
Ginny Richardson of GR-PR far surpassed our expectations. She is personable, professional and a great asset to any team!
Kathy Kompare, Director
Five Seasons Country Club, Burr Ridge
GR-PR does such a great job with PR, and Marklund is so thankful for all you do! Thanks for helping at the Golf Classic again. What a huge success. It means so much to us that you are so committed to our agency.
Vicki Krystof, Communications Manager
Marklund, Geneva and Bloomingdale
