I have had the privilege of working with Andy in both the news and media relations arenas. His knack for asking the right questions, building and maintaining relationships, his sound news judgement and his ability to break down complicated issues and make them relatable to a specific audience makes him exceptional in both fields. As a producer, I always knew that Andy was not only going to find great stories, but deliver on them. That experience and knowledge has given him an enormous advantage in media relations. He understands what producers, reporters and editors are looking for. He understands how to deliver a story with all the elements in a well-crafted, concise press release. He has maintained contacts in the field and knows when and who to pitch a story to while being respectful of deadlines. His experience in the field covering sometimes tricky and touchy subject makes him an excellent media trainer. I would highly recommend Andy to anyone looking to deliver a strong, relevant and newsworthy message.