Professional Recommendations

Brian Gong, Head of Industry Analyst Relations, NETSCOUT

April 20, 2017

"Abbe and I tackled many marketing communications projects at NetScout. With her expertise and dedication, the results for these collaborations, like Mobile World Congress outreach, far exceeded executive expectations and previous efforts. She has a great grasp of technology and how to translate it to the end user in a compelling manner through traditional or social media channels. Abbe is a valuable asset to any marcom team with her experience and team ethic. I look forward to the opportunity to work together again."

Heather Broughton, Director of Marketing, NETSCOUT

June 20, 2016

"Abbe worked in my team for over two years. In those two years, I have seen her shine as our public and analyst relations lead. On top of that she has also shown she is technically adept to creating high quality writing and power point projects such as success stories and value sales presentations which have been utilized globally. Her writing led me to empower her with my personal internal communications newsletter, which has always been a hit for its concise but power information. Even though Abbe worked in a remote office, she worked hard to keep herself engaged in the team. She is hard working and takes criticism to heart, improving on each project. I will miss working with Abbe and will be pleased if our career path journeys cross again in the future."

Jon Hambidge, former CMO, Newfield Wireless
April 22, 2014

"I brought Abbe into Newfield Wireless to run all Marketing Communications. Despite many challenges including limited budgets and strategic shifts at the Company, she very quickly was able to deliver a strategic plan and great results with very little supervision. She is very tenacious and creative- a great combination for someone running Marcomms!"

Joseph McFadden, former VP of Marketing, SalesPortal

July 9, 2013

Abbe's the best. Excellent at editorial outreach and relations. Great at brainstorming editorial pitches. Her attention to detail and focus were an important skill set that drove her great results. I highly valued her PR guidance and ability to drive specific next steps and outcomes. Terrific writing skills. Highly respected as a credible source by editors. Thx Abbe for your contributions to SalesPortal."

Steve Shaw, former Vice President of Marketing, Kineto Wireless

June 8, 2012

- Top qualities: Great Results , Personable , Creative

"Abbe has worked with me at Kineto for seven years. She is truly an exceptional MarCom and PR professional. While she has the expected attributes – detail oriented, self motivated, creative – she also brings a level of inquisitiveness and passion that sets her apart. She’s very comfortable working online with new social media products/services without getting caught up in the hype, blending Kineto B2B and B2C objectives with tools like Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube. I strongly recommend her to anyone looking to run or expand an existing program, or create new marketing campaigns/programs." 

Devang Mehta, former Marketing and Business Development, eTouch

August 1, 2010

"As PR manager for more than 2 years, Abbe had catapulted SamePage's brand significantly in the Enterprise 2.0 world. She is articulate, personable and detail-orientated. Her tireless efforts have resulted in SamePage's recognition by analysts, traditional media, and bloggers."

David Frankel, founder and president, ZipDX

April 27, 2010

- Top qualities: Personable, High Integrity, Creative

"I have engaged Abbe to drive select marketing efforts at ZipDX. As a start-up, we needed somebody who was comfortable brainstorming strategy and also executing the details, and who could work across several disciplines. As ZipDX has matured, Abbe has taken on point projects, bringing her industry expertise quickly to bear on our particular challenges. Even when she's not active on a project for us, she's keeping current on our business and highlighting opportunities for us. I enjoy working with her and am glad she's part of our virtual team."

Collin Stone, founder and design director, COGNEO

July 20, 2010

"I've worked with Abbe for several years and I've always been impressed with her organized, consistently meticulous project management skills and the ability to both articulate and keep teams focused on clearly defined objectives. Abbe is a take-charge individual who embraces challenges and collaborates extremely well toward great solutions."

Jodi Paradise Knurr, president, JPK Communications

January 27, 2010

"I had the pleasure to work alongside Abbe from 1999 to 2004 and was always impressed by her ability to manage multiple projects with great ease and success. In recent years, we have collaborated on writing projects and brainstorming on client strategy, and I appreciate her unique ability to think big picture and turn strategic plans into workable tactics that produce results."

Melissa Gracey, former vice president of public relations, Thorp & Company

April 27, 2008

“Abbe has the drive and focus to see the big picture, strategize solutions and roll up her sleeves and make things happen. She has excellent attention to detail and will not stop until the job is completed. We worked together on communications and PR programs for companies of all sizes. Not only is she is dedicated, she's joyful and personable and a real team player.”

Anna Yong, formerly product line manager, Kineto Wireless

April 23, 2008

“Abbe is great to work with. She is professional and focused, has great attention to detail and an easygoing demeanor. Working with Abbe at Kineto, she ensured everything for outbound marketing at tradeshows was planned for, and taken care of, from collateral to logistics. And if something unplanned ever occurs Abbe is always able to accommodate changes with savvy flexibility. I know I can always count on Abbe to be organized, prepared, and if necessary, save the day.”

Richelle Taylor, former president, Promo Strategies

November 28, 2007

- Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity

“Abbe has a wealth of experience in the areas of PR and Communications. In addition, she is skilled in the field of Event Planning and Staffing for trade shows, meetings and incentive programs. She has a strong work ethic and great attention to detail. She'd be able to handle any project put in front of her.”

Abbe Solomon Vacek

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