Testimonials
What people are saying
"As founder of Nurse-Family Partnership, I was always amazed at the energy, insight and creativity that Fran brought to her role. She was able to beautifully guide communications related to clients’ personal stories, and the work of nurses with families, in ways that brought the program to life for readers. And she was highly skilled in crafting digestible communications that addressed policymakers’ priorities. She’s a gift to those organizations wishing to tell their stories in compelling ways.”
– David Olds, Ph.D. |
Founder of Nurse-Family Partnership
Professor of Pediatrics
University of Colorado
Colorado
“I had the pleasure of working with Fran for six years while we were both at the Nurse-Family Partnership National Service Office and over those six years, Fran was one of my go-to people. She is all public relations but understands advocacy and what drives policymakers at every level of government. Fran's Capitol Hill experience, combined with her keen sense of brand, purpose and mission, makes her a force with every audience. But beyond that, you always know that Fran takes great care in her work – sweating the details and going the extra mile. This matters in public health, when you are working with stakeholders of all types, and Fran has mastered the skills to achieve results.”
– Teri Weathers | Deputy Chief of Staff
U.S. Senate
Washington, D.C.
“I worked with Fran when I served as a CEO, she is an amazing professional with meaningful connections. She fully understands marketing and communication needs, positioning and pitching. I highly recommend her.”
— Roxane White | Founder
Strategy with Rox
Colorado
“Fran and I worked together for 12 years. She was a great thought partner and honest broker. She worked through complicated issues and brought forward clear, easy-to-grasp, well-balanced messages. In working with her she becomes a trusted source who chooses words carefully and always talks straight. She has my highest recommendation.”
— Bill Thorland, Ph.D. |
Senior Research & Evaluation Fellow
National Service Office for Nurse-Family Partnership & Child First
Colorado
“I worked with Fran for many years on a variety of complex projects during times of unprecedented change and growth. Fran was always a valuable, trusted and innovative thought partner who delivered exceptional work on tight deadlines. Her strategic mindset would be an asset to any organization interested in developing, protecting and demonstrating the value of its brand.”
— Elizabeth Slater Jasper |
General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
HIMSS
Colorado
“Fran was a terrific partner to collaborate with families to tell their stories. She listened and worked alongside them to amplify their voices. She understood the sensitivities around their stories and displayed such grace to empower them to share what they were comfortable sharing. So grateful for her understanding and background knowledge of public relations and strategic communications.”
— Ashlei Watson |
Volunteer Engagement Manager
National Service Office for Nurse-Family Partnership & Child First
Texas
“Having worked with Fran for over six years, I must say she is an excellent professional. Her wealth of knowledge and strong public relations skills set her apart. I’ve had the privilege to work directly with Fran on national interviews, story writing and on a podcast. Fran’s work ethic, professional tips and crisis management skills are impressive. She can adjust quickly to any given situation, while inspiring others.”
— Wendy O’Shea, M.Ed., BSN, RN |
Senior Manager of Nursing Practice
National Service Office for Nurse-Family Partnership & Child First
Pennsylvania
“I had the privilege of working with Fran for almost a decade to support the mission of the Nurse-Family Partnership nurse home visiting program and its expansion across the U.S. Fran’s experience and expertise as a marketing and communication professional tremendously helped me and my teams’ efforts to build program awareness in communities across the country. Fran was a valuable partner in developing strategic messaging to advance our advocacy, policy and public sector allocation goals in multiple states and municipalities.
“Fran’s leadership led successful media relations to elevate the organization at the national, state and local level. She has a keen understanding of how to tell a story in compelling ways.
“Her versatility in simultaneously working with program participants, healthcare professionals, community advocates and elected leaders, while also managing press relationships, was remarkable to experience. Fran was always steady and consistent in speaking with those different constituencies. I appreciated her engaging attitude, asking questions and listening intently to those with whom she interacted.”
— Chris Bishop | Director of Operations
Vaya Health
North Carolina