Testimonials
Cathy is a counted on thought partner who brings a combination of strategy, creativity and enthusiasm. She created a customized communication map that aligned COBRT with the right audiences based on her keen understanding of our goals and objectives. I would recommend her services to anyone looking for PR strategy that makes a difference.
Debbie Brown, President of Colorado Business Roundtable
Cathy is a hard-working communication strategist who has a deep understanding of today’s ever-changing face of media. She sees things from the lens of each and every stakeholder. We have worked on many projects together and she always exceeded expectations. She is one of the best.
Christine Staberg, Founding Partner, Capstone Group
Cathy brings real world strategy to help solve your most immediate public relations problem. Whether it is the need for an integrated marketing plan, creating brand identity, thought leadership or crisis communications, Cathy has led award winning efforts across all segments of strategic communications and stakeholder engagement.
Stephen M Jordan, President Emeritus, Metropolitan State University of Denver
From our time together in Leadership Denver I have followed Cathy’s career and watched her soar. It has been an honor to have the opportunity to work closely with her during her tenure at MSUDenver to launch the University onto the International Stage by bringing TEDxMSUDenver to life. She takes measured risks and the payoff has always been there.
Dafna Michaelson-Jenet, State Representative, TEDx Curator
I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with Cathy for over 20 years. Cathy is not only a strategic thinker and problem solver; she has the unique ability to look at problems from the different lenses of stakeholders. At MSU Denver, she routinely brought the perspectives of our students, faculty, staff, community and legislative leaders to all issues that we were navigating. It was this skill that elevated the University from being perceived as a second tier college to a major university that delivers on the promise of higher education to the residents of Colorado.
George Middlemist, Chief Financial Officer, MSU Denver
I’ve known and worked with Cathy as a client and a colleague. Not surprisingly, both experiences have been terrific. What made Cathy a great leader at MSU Denver is what she brings to her consulting work: strategic thinking, attention to detail and creativity. To those skills she adds qualities too often lacking in our business: empathy, collegiality and kindness.
Jim Ylisela, co-founder and senior partner of Ragan Consulting Group
Cathy is a consummate professional who brings years of executive leadership and experience to any organization she touches. Her thoughtful understanding of organizational reality makes her the perfect thought partner for solving problems and creating effective strategies for growing impact and outcomes.
Jamie Hurst, Assistant VP of Strategic Engagement and
Executive Director of the Alumni Association, MSU Denver
From crisis management to creating a new brand, Cathy can do it! Whether working with a nonprofit organization or small department to an extensive, complex system, Cathy is exceptional at getting stakeholders to the table and ensuring every voice is heard. She is a trusted leader, a creative leader, and a strategic leader. There is nothing she cannot do when she plugs into her expansive network and resources!
Cherrelyn Napue, Former Associate Vice President, MSU Denver
Executive Director, Arts Together, Inc.
Cathy serves as the President of the Library Commission where she shines as a strategist, connector and skilled communicator. Cathy is creative, passionate and collaborative. I have enjoyed working with her to advance our organization’s efforts to positively impact the Denver community. Thankful Cathy’s on the team!
Michelle Jeske, Denver Public Library