What People Are Saying About Julie Filatoff

“Julie Filatoff…[has] helped out every chance she’s gotten. She helped us on one of our grant applications and really did a good job. I think [HDR’s] professionalism is impressive. We had a questionnaire from the Water Trust Board the other day..and it had to be in the next day. I asked them for some help, and they were in there assisting with a lot of the information I didn’t have. I like their ability to step up.” Doug Powers, Community Development Director, City of Tucumcari

“The Public Input portion of the Eastern Sandoval County Arroyo Flood Control Authority Needs Assessment is done. All the ESCAFCA Commissioners were impressed with the displays, and HDR’s overall handling of the process. We received several compliments at each meeting from all the Commissioners. It was a hell of an accomplishment, completed at a killer pace…Julie was awesome. Just tell her what you need, then get out of the way. Just mention a questionnaire, then boom! There’s a draft, ready to mark up. Walk in the door, and there’s a draft of something I had not even thought of yet. (Just to mention a couple of things.)” Kevin Banks, Albuquerque Water Resources Manager, HDR Engineering, Inc.

“You rock! Thank you for everything that you do! We are truly blessed to have you here.” Jennifer Martinek, Vice President/Albuquerque Marketing Manager, HDR Engineering, Inc.

“I’ve thought about you many times while this project was going on, wishing you had been involved.” Dan Kennedy, Owner, Whitehorse Press, on the second edition of a book Julie had co-written

“Your newsletters are the best I have ever read. The writing is very interesting, and informative. I think the employee of the month articles really bring out why they were selected…Great job!” Jennifer Martinek, Vice President/Albuquerque Marketing Manager, HDR Engineering, Inc.

“Julie Filatoff’s Status: Lifesaver.” Jon Carey, Marketing Information Manager—Architecture (Omaha), HDR Engineering, Inc.

“You’re a goddess! Thanks.” Steve House, PE, Vice President/New Mexico Operations Manager, HDR Engineering, Inc., on writing a bio for an out-of-state employee

“I just want to tell how impressed I am with your efforts on the company newsletter. Not only is the newsletter very well-written, but it is also an informative read—and I believe that it assists all office members [in getting] up to speed. Great job!” Janna Kernodle, Albuquerque Office Manager, HDR Engineering, Inc.

“Julie—this is just remarkable! A great newsletter and reporting.” Cindy Cornelius, Vice President/Southwest Area Marketing Manager, HDR Engineering, Inc.

“I was blown away when I received the pre-printed button art this afternoon! You really are efficient!” Sally Seale, Bright Ideas, on an order Julie had placed with her

“You are so organized, I just love it.” Jennifer Martinek, Vice President/Albuquerque Marketing Manager, HDR Engineering, Inc.

“We need to thank Julie for all her hard work in putting the proposal together. Nice work, Julie.” Dale Harrison, Vice President/Senior Railroad Specialist, HDR Engineering, Inc.

“Thank you very much for all your efforts in keeping this proposal on schedule! Great job.” Eric Hawton, Senior Engineer/Southwest Area Traffic Manager, HDR Engineering, Inc.

“Thank you very much, Julie! We truly appreciate you jumping in with both feet and helping us [on the proposal]; we couldn’t have done this without you.” Jennifer Martinek, Vice President/Albuquerque Marketing Manager, HDR Engineering, Inc.

“Thanks. I really appreciate being able to count on you. I know I can just fling something out there and it will get done! Muchas gracias.” Peter Fant, President, Souder, Miller & Associates

“Wow—impressive-looking response [to the State Engineer’s Office]. Good job and thanks for the effort.” Reid Allan, Vice President/Principal Scientist, Souder, Miller & Associates

“I always had a great time working with you and was amazed at how well you did your job. There were always a few people at SMA that were dedicated and fun to work with.” Todd Burt, Civil Engineer, Bohannan Huston, Inc.

“[Proposal] covers look beautiful!” Jerry A. May, Senior Engineer/Project Manager, Souder, Miller & Associates

“You are great. You are such an asset to have in any company… I really appreciate your help and realize what a graphic artist can do to make my business shine.” Dr. Brinda Ramanathan, Owner, Serafina Technical Consultants

“Next time I expect to see some hustle and results. I will no longer tolerate this pitiful 30- to 40-second response to requests for assistance! In all seriousness, you are amazing.” Donzil Q. Worthington, Senior Project Manager, Wilson & Company (but at the time of this writing, with Souder, Miller & Associates)

“Thank you, Julie. People like you make my job a pleasure.” Gene Sikora, Office Manager, New Mexico Rural Water Association

“You don’t realize how much you have taught me about proposals [and] marketing.” Cheri Murphy, Farmington Office Manager, Souder, Miller & Associates

“Thanks for everything you’ve done for me; you’ve been an amazing resource.” Pat Weber, Marketing Assistant, Souder, Miller & Associates

“Julie, this looks great.” Rey Fulwiler, Real Estate Agent, Coldwell-Banker Legacy, about his client newsletter

“Julie's understanding of the importance of marketing information is great! She's constantly analyzing 'why' so as not to fall into the trap of simply repeating the past.” Stacey Marmolejo, The Sargasso Group

“Please accept my congratulations. [The website plan] is very well done, understandable, and do-able.” John Ehlert, Founder, Ehlert Publishing Group

“You have accomplished even more [with this special event] than the planning document indicated. A number of people commented on the organization, teamwork, and professionalism. Congratulations on a tremendous event.” Alan Isley, Former President, Motorcycle Safety Foundation

“I'm thrilled [with the media kit]. It wouldn't have happened without your effort on the mock-up. Great work! We will march into Las Vegas on Monday with our heads held high.” Stephen M. Hedlund, President, Ehlert Publishing Group

“Motorcycling Excellence is still flying out the door [after three years].” Dan and Judy Kennedy, Whitehorse Press

“Your work on the prospectus for Touring America Magazine was outstanding. The sacrifice of personal time and energy says a great deal about your commitment to excellence.” Bob Carpenter, Editorial Director, Fancy Publications

“I am writing to congratulate you on the latest issue of Safe Cycling, in particular the article by Julie Filatoff on communications. This is without a doubt the best piece on this subject that I have ever read. I am having this article drawn to the attention of all the Board Members of the BMF Rider Training Scheme. Even allowing for the cultural differences...there is a great deal in this article that will be of benefit to us.” John Chatterton-Ross, Managing Director, the British Motorcyclists Federation

“Well done! Another great [newsletter] issue.” Peter Fassnacht, Former Vice President, Motorcycle Safety Foundation, and Editorial Director, Safe Cycling

“You have met this challenge with competence, poise, and good nature.” Bob Carpenter, Former Editorial Director, Road Rider Magazine, Fancy Publications

“Thanks for your great efforts in making this so painless for the Society. Vivienne speaks so very highly of your work and style. I, too, am impressed in everything I've seen you do at the technical conference.” Donald McClure, 3M, Past President of the Society of Vacuum Coaters

“Thanks for your quick turnaround...your promptness and thoroughness...I look forward to working on this project together and to the results it will generate over time...Very helpful...I will pass the information on...Love the article...will edit as you suggest.” Margrit Harris, StrataTeam--Team Strategist Group

“Julie's personal standards continue to track exceptionally well with our company's mission. Very highly regarded by the [Ehlert Publishing Group] management team.” Stacey Marmolejo, The Sargasso Group

If you would like creative-yet-practical results, contact: julie@jirafsquilts.com