“Rick is a results-oriented leader with superb tactical expertise in both traditional and new media. He works effectively with others to develop and deliver unique -- and effective -- communications strategies for any challenge. He brings experience, confidence, steadiness and trust to the table …” (Communications Peer)
“Rick is a creative thinker with a keen understanding of the big picture … his ability to devise a broad marketing strategy and implement it across multiple touch points is unrivaled. He understands how to position companies so that they stand out from the competition.” (Agency Leader)
"Rick impressed me from day one. He is an excellent strategic thinker, with solid communications skills -- both oral and written. (VP Communications)
"Rick is a skillful director who knows how to optimize the talent of a large staff that faced a heavy, deadline-driven workload. Although Rick knows how to delegate effectively, he is not a sit-back, watch-it-happen manager. He carried more than his share of the workload while insuring that his staff had the resources and encouragement to excel at their tasks. Rick helped us face high-pressure deadlines with grace and humor. He is a rock in the storm." (Former Direct Report)
“I worked with Rick on many occasions. It is always a pleasure to work with Rick. Rick is a true professional when it comes to getting information delivered clearly to the intended audience, be it: written, verbal, large multi-national conference calls, or general information sessions at the CEO/ Presidential/ VP level to thousands of people.” (VP Engineering)
"It is rare to find the combination of creative flair, journalistic talent and imagination with the capacity for exhaustive research to be found in Rick Adams. I never fail to admire his ability to respond to some 11th hour request with precisely what is needed." (International Co-worker)
“Skilled communicator, effective at summarizing and transmitting complex trends and techniques to a global readership … highly professional in his presentation. (Supervisor)
“Rick is an exceptional writer. He thoroughly researches his subject and communicates it clearly, concisely, and creatively.” (Former Direct Report)
“Rick is an exemplar leader and communicator.” (Co-worker)
"Rick ... brings a well-rounded experience base and a full complement of communications and media relations skill sets." (Agency Principal)
“Rick is not only a very good communicator - both written and verbal - but also is extremely detail-oriented in his work … Rick works well as part of a team and delivers lightning-fast turnaround to help his partners get their part of the job done.” (Co-worker)
“Rick is the consummate professional. His communications are concise and to the point. I really enjoyed working with Rick and knew that he could always be counted on to deliver on time with excellent quality.” (Co-worker)
“Rick was fabulous to work with. Always client-focused, worked excellently in a team and led and created outstanding communications.” (International Co-worker)
"It was so refreshing to speak with such an incredibly knowledgeable reporter ... the best interview I have ever had." (Program Manager)
"The depth of your professional experience was obvious in your answers and comments to attendees' questions." (IABC Program Director)
