Media Training

“Getting my media training with Nell was one of my biggest accomplishments in 2023. Her expert level training is something I recommend for every leader and CEO to have in their toolbox. The hands-on approach provides a real-life simulation with the camera and lighting. Nell’s personalized feedback and coaching helped me gain tremendous confidence in doing media interviews. I highly recommend this game-changing media training with Nell!”

“I spent an illuminating morning receiving media training with Nell in preparation for my term as President of the Pennsylvania Bar Association. My training was a very convenient Zoom session; I was in my office in front of my computer for the entire time. Nell’s instruction was clearly expert; she has been there and done that and she provided a myriad of useful tips, from appropriate attire, to where to focus your attention when being interviewed, to politely answering questions while touching on important points for your organization. The most helpful part of our session was the mock interview. Nell interviewed me, recorded the session, and then we watched together, slowly, so Nell could commend me on what I did well and instruct me on what I could do differently for a better result. Anyone who expects to be in the public spotlight needs to first have a session with Nell.”

“I wanted to thank you for sharing your time and talent with the students. It was very exciting to see how engaged they were. I appreciated all of the energy you put into this and I loved all of the personal touches.”

“Nell’s expertise was a huge asset for our Master of Public Policy and Administration students. As part of our Policy Communications course, Nell provided a media training. She is engaging and knowledgeable, and was able to seamlessly educate our students on how to effectively work with and handle the media. Her sessions are invaluable for anyone currently working in, or working towards a career in, politics, government, or public policy.”

“Over decades I have spoken extensively with reporters on camera in northeastern Pennsylvania and elsewhere. I thought that I was pretty adept at it. Nonetheless, my work with Nell and her advice and guidance were invaluable to my upcoming role as president of the Pennsylvania Bar Association. I have benefited significantly from her good counsel. I recommend her services most highly.”

“Because she has been both the interviewer and the interviewee, Nell offers advice and insights packing a powerful one-two punch.

“Her training sessions are professional, challenging and engaging. Her points about messaging and “telling the story” are especially impactful considering the challenges all communicators face to cut through the clutter of today’s media saturated world.

“Nell earns superlative ratings – her media training skills are outstanding and her communications counsel is tops.”

“Nell is a brilliant​ ​communicator, both as a journalist and public relations practitioner. We were​ ​competing reporters for many years,​ covering politics in Harrisburg.

“I also hired Nell to work as a media trainer to prepare the Radio City Rockettes for interviews. Her expertise helped prepare the ladies to handle any media interview. For 20 years Nell and I have been competitors and co-workers, she is one of the most hardworking, smart, loyal, and fun professionals I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with.”

“I appreciated spending the day with you…it was fun, engaging and I learned a lot. Your kind, constructive and insightful teaching was very helpful. Thank you for offering ongoing check ins…to know I have a seasoned professional as a mentor means so much.”

“I had the opportunity to hear you speak on Tuesday about listening and effective communication in the workplace. I ended up learning a lot about these skills and wanted to thank you for presenting this topic.”

“I had the pleasure of working with Nell as I began managing the communications and marketing functions at Central Pennsylvania Food Bank. Nell facilitated a full day, customized PR training. My engagement with Nell was valuable and helped tremendously as I moved into my new expanded role.”

“Nell doesn’t just talk about public relations, she lives it. I had the pleasure of working with Nell as she graciously partnered with Central Pennsylvania’s premier Technology Startup Accelerator, Catamaran. As a partner, Nell did everything you might expect in support of new entrepreneurs- she shared her best practices from decades of practical experience, reviewed MVPs, and helped refine their pitches. What blew me away though, was how she went beyond. Throughout the 12-week Accelerator she also crafted a compelling narrative of videos and posts in support of the Catamaran experience. Thereby demonstrating the exact work she was advising on. Simply put, Nell is a standout in her field. I look forward to the opportunity to work with her again because she is one of those people that makes those around her better.”