Hey, why should you believe me when I say I rock? Yes, I am biased on the subject. I confess. So here are some recommendations and testimonials from past employers, clients and people who have written for me.
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“Kelby provided outstanding work as the online content editor for the Asheville Convention & Visitors Bureau and continues to work with us on a contract basis. She has strong foundation in web-based initiatives and is an expert social networker. She provides the perfect blend of creativity and geek.”
Marla Tambellini |
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“Kelby is one of those people that infuses the Web 2.0 world with soul. Her sites are dynamic and engaging, and working for her as an editor has been a problogging dream. Kelby supports when it’s needed, and allows us to grow on our own when that is needed as well. Whatever role Kelby fulfills, she does it with grace and style.”
Cecily Kellog |
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“I contacted Kelby in 2004 to write a piece for Transitions Abroad and have worked with her ever since due to the superlative quality of her work. Everything Kelby writes, she writes with the authority reflective of extensive knowledge and with an unusual ability to communicate in a conversational yet factual manner. When I have requested that a travel story be written, she runs with it and produces exactly what was discussed. There is never any need to go through the usual iterations when working with other less experienced and less gifted travel writers. In addition, Kelby communicates beautifully and naturally, suggests ideas, and is full of boundless energy. As a result, Kelby is now writing a monthly column for the website and her pieces are amongst the best we publish.
We have also discussed the more technical issues related to Web development and she clearly knows what she is talking about. Kelby is on the cutting edge of Web communications tools and media techniques, such that I am likely to ask her to provide consulting services for the website. I would never hesitate to work with Kelby on any project, as it would always exceed expectations and be completed professionally. I consider myself lucky to have approached her with an opportunity.”
Gregory Hubbs |
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“My interactions with Kelby Carr have become a touchstone for all future online relationships, both personal and professional. While Kelby is incredibly talented as a writer, SEO genius, web designer, and social media maven, she remains a pleasure to work with and know. She is remarkably at once personable and authoritative. She commands both respect and admiration. Not only do I enjoy working with her as the Child Development Editor at Type-A Mom, but I also look forward to working with Kelby on future projects, which always prove to be exciting and innovative.”
Amy Lupold Bairi |
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“When Kelby and I worked together outside Chicago, I used to pause every once in a while and listen to her on the phone. I would learn a lot in those moments. She would josh and joke, coax and cajole and get tough as deer jerky with her sources. She was the same way as an editor — she knew what to say and when to say it. It’s the canny knack for finding the right approach to a problem that makes Kelby a trusty colleague and a great leader, who is, nevertheless, capable of learning and changing with the times. If birds struck my plane, I would trust her to put it down ever so softly in the Hudson River. She’s just that kind of pilot.”
Matthew Van Dusen |
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“Kelby is one of those unbelievably amazing people that you only come across a handful of times throughout your life. She has fantastic ideas, develops them thoroughly and sees them through to fruition and success. She works hard to assure that her sites are filled with insightful, useful and fun content, while maintaining a great relationship with her editors and writers. Few people have the knowledge, creativity and drive that Kelby offers to everything she puts her efforts into.”
Shannan Powell |
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“Kelby is an aggressive investigative reporter and a thoughtful editor. While at The Times Kelby dug up dirt on the misdeeds of local charities and also made time to occasionally pitch in editing a staff of local reporters in another branch of the paper. As an editor, she was always encouraging and knew how to make a story a little bit better.”
Allison Van Dusen |
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“Kelby brings her prior professional reporting experience to all of her writing. She takes a big story and fleshes it out, giving her readers the details that compel them to read more. While strong in her opinions she is unwavering in her ability to provide fair and diplomatic reporting to the blogosphere. Kelby is always looking for ways to network and make valuable contacts not just for herself but for others. Her knowledge of blogging, SEO, and social media is top notch. As a Chief Mom Officer myself, she’d be one of the first I’d recommend for a similar role.”
Jessica Smith |
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“Kelby Carr is a dynamic mix of friend and boss. She runs Foodie Mama and Type-A Mom with a level of professionalism I have seldom encountered in web-based businesses, but also maintains a kind and supportive virtual environment for her editors. Kelby is dedicated to her websites, as well as a plethora of other ventures, and she excels at everything. She encourages and mentors her writers, making all instructions and expectations clear and offering advice and assistance when it’s needed. I can’t recommend her highly enough.”
Tara Gerner-Ziegmont |
I am a writer/blogger, SEO diva, foodie, social network maven/creator, travel junkie and former investigative newspaper reporter turned new media mom. I was named one of the 50 Most Influential and Powerful Women in Social Media. Find out more about me, about what people say about my work, or hire me for SEO, content, blog or social campaign services.
