Testimonials from Publicity Clients

"Elaine Kenney is by far the most talented publicist I have ever worked with.  Her work ethic, dedication and willingness to learn about my particular industry was above and beyond my expectations.  She booked several media interviews within a very short amount of time yielding excellent exposure for my business.  I was extremely impressed by her knowledge of the media and her report with them.  I recommend her whole heartedly for your business and no doubt that she will work wonders for you.
Matthew Stapley, Ottawa

"Elaine Kenny did a great job in developing a PR kit and executing a regional publicity campaign  for my book, Buy Florida. She set up a total of 17 radio and TV interviews with quality media outlets throughout Ontario. Elaine was very easy to work with, and always available to respond to any situation. I would recommend her services to anyone looking for a strategic, targeted publicity campaign." Cameron Roach, Author of Buy Florida

"Elaine Kenney took on the task of promoting my book on reforming the United Nations to a popular audience, a very difficult task, but she did it with professionalism, hard work and determination. She produced an excellent set of promotional materials and used them with success with her extensive media contacts. Elaine got the book into bookstores and set up speaking engagements and interviews. She had more creative ideas than we could use—she really knows her business. It is a pleasure to recommend her." John Trent, Centre on Governance, University of Ottawa.

“Elaine Kenney ran a very successful media campaigns for me in Ottawa and Winnipeg. She also obtained a spot for me on the national CBC radio show The Arts Report and was instrumental in building a media profile for me.” Joan Fitzgerald McCurdy, best selling Ottawa author

Working with Elaine was a pleasure. Her professionalism, contacts, follow up and well thought out media strategies helped us secure over 30 media interviews including some national exposure.  She delivered more than I had expected.  I would highly recommend her services. Thanks again Elaine, you give publicists a great name! Robert Abboud, CFP, PFP, Author, No Regrets, A Common Sense Guide to Achieving and Affording Your Life Goals

"I’ve been extremely happy with the work performed by Communication Matters. Elaine Kenney has proved to be a real professional in helping the Rotary Club obtain media coverage and interviews for our ABCs of Fraud Program. She is very respected in this field and very creative." Ted Ferrier, Rotary Club of West Ottawa

“Elaine Kenney has achieved media attention on the story of Foot Fresh on several National T.V. programs, radio program and through the print media. It worked because of the superior talent of Elaine Kenney. The publicity has resulted in my company being featured on the internet with the various media. I firmly believe that any small company such as mine should seek the services of a publicist. I highly recommend Elaine Kenney of Communication Matters. Thank-you, Elaine for a job well done.” Dorothy McCuaig, President, L.L.D. General Care Products Inc.

"I have been fortunate to have the principal of Communication Matters, Elaine Kenney, act as publicist for two of my books. For Put Your Debt on a Diet, she organized a highly successful, Canada-wide, publicity campaign, securing TV, radio and print publicity. I highly recommend Elaine Kenney to anyone who wishes to communicate a message. She determines who your audience is and how to get your message across." Stanley J. Kershman, LL.B.

"The Canadian Plains Research Center engaged the services of Elaine Kenney to organize the publicity and promotion of Ships of Wood and Men of Iron. Her work culminated with a highly successful launch on March 29, 2004. Our collaboration with Ms. Kenney was most satisfactory. Her insights into the book industry in the Ottawa area were valuable and it was a pleasure to work with her." Brian Mlazgar, Publications Coordinator, Canadian Plains Research Centre, University of Regina

"I was extremely pleased with the quality of work provided by Elaine Kenney of Communication Matters. She went above and beyond my expectations and was very thorough and professional. Our authors were pleased with the bookings she secured." Meghan Brousseau, John Wiley and Sons

"Thanks to the expertise and dedication of Communication Matters, we were able to quickly get the media attention we needed to promote our new services.   We participated in over 25 radio interviews across Canada in just 1 week.  Many thanks to Communication Matters for exceeding our expectations!" Guy and Linda Lalonde