Client Testimonials


Kenya Dunn
CEO & FOUNDER The Power-Filled Woman

I had never written anything outside of a college paper before I started working with Kevin. I worked with him for more than a year as my writing coach. He covers all things in terms of professionalism. What I enjoyed most about my experience with him is his ability to bring out the best parts of me as a writer. In the beginning of our partnership and throughout, he checked in with me to keep aligned to my goals and purpose. It's one of the most reassuring approaches he has to helping his clients.

Kevin's goal was to make me successful on my own terms.

The other thing he did well was to ask thought provoking questions. His questions helped me gain more confidence as a writer. It helped me stand in my truth on my writing journey. A few words to sum up Kevin as my writing coach are: professional, authentic, integrity, fun, creative, timely, patient and intentional.

 

LM Blacker PRESIDENT & PUBLISHER Connection Victory Publishing Co. & DIRECTOR OF MEDIA PARTNERSHIPS The Good Men Project

Kevin is an engaging writer and a skilled editor. As a Lead Editor for The Good Men Project, Kevin worked directly with the contributors to effectively amplify their message, taking care not to change the author's voice. He gives careful attention to detail from assignment to completion, checking in with a member of the executive team regarding desired outcomes, best practices, or other questions.

Kevin is a natural at being personable without compromising professionalism in his communications with business associates and clients.

He is trustworthy with confidential information, dependable with deadlines, and generally an asset to the team. If my company were in a position to hire him as a writer and/or editor on a full-time basis, I would do so without hesitation.

Evan Forster EDUCATION & CAREER CONSULTANT Forster-Thomas & FOUNDER Essay Busters

Kevin was my editor for The Good Men Project for several years. His ability to see the gaps in my work and to give me concise and insightful feedback was incredibility helpful in the revision process of my work. I have been a professional journalist for thirty years. I have written for magazines ranging from New York to Cosmopolitan to Details.

Frankly, editors are often arrogant, procrastinate, and make the writer feel small. Kevin does none of these.

Instead, he responded in a timely manner and communicated the precise voice and perspective of his publication, helping me modify my writing to fit the voice of the publication—while not letting me lose my own voice. This is an incredibly difficult needle to thread and Kevin does it expertly!

Mark Chimsky EDITORIAL CONSULTANT & WRITER
FORMER EXECUTIVE EDITOR Harper San Francisco; FORMER EDITOR-IN-CHIEF of TRADE PAPERBACKS Macmillan

I am delighted to recommend Kevin for his masterful editorial skills—as I writer, I know I am in good hands with Kevin. He has always managed to find ways to make my work better and to inspire me as a writer to go back for another round when my writing requires it. He has that gift I prize most in editors, a generosity of spirit that seeks to enlighten and improve while conveying a genuine sense of connection and support.

As a professional editor myself, the highest accolade I can give Kevin is that I totally trust him with my work.

Kevin is an editor who is also an accomplished writer and he has shown me, by example, what it means to be brave and honest on the page, to make each essay a voyage of discovery and to tackle hard truths that will touch the lives of others. I am honored to call Kevin my editor, my fellow writer, and my friend.

Maria Scharron del-Rio, Ph.D. ASSOCIATE DEAN Brooklyn College School of Education

As an academic who has done a lot of work collaboratively with other authors, I did not employ editing services for the better part of my career. Recently, I shifted to working on auto-ethnographic work, and decided to seek some assistance. I feel so fortunate to have found Kevin as my editor. Kevin has edited the last four manuscripts I have submitted, and it has not only contributed to the acceptance of all manuscripts for publication, it has improved my experience of writing.

Kevin’s observations and feedback have helped my writing and my voice become more clear and effective. Reviewers have increasingly remarked on how the writing in my manuscripts flows well, how the submissions are more polished than average, and how my writing increases the impact of my arguments.

Kevin is very skilled, not only in addressing the inevitable typos and grammatical errors in any manuscript, but also in posing the right questions that enable me to clarify my message and intent and therefore connect more with the reader.

Through his comments, it is evident that he cares about the writer within process of helping craft a wonderful piece as much as about the outcome. His editorial support on the articles that were more autobiographical reflected a profound sense of care, a willingness in joining me on the journey of writing my truth, and a deep respect for my voice and my story. His feedback helped me improve my writing and made the writing process smoother, as I trust that with his support I am able to proudly submit writing that genuinely reflects me and delivers an impactful message.

Jen O’Ryan, Ph.D. INCLUSION, DIVERSITY & EQUITY STRATEGIST Double Tall Consulting & WRITER / COLUMNIST

It was extremely beneficial to work with Kevin as my weekly columnist editor.

Kevin brings a refreshing perspective that enhances the voice and brings clarity to articles. I’ve learned a great deal about subtle adjustments that can make statements more impactful.

Kevin is also very adept at engaging readers through well-crafted, relatable writing. His work draws people in through sharing the experiences of being human.


Rev. Frederick A. Davie FORMER EXECUTIVE VP Union Theological Seminary & BOARD CHAIR NYC Civilian Complaint Review

I have known Kevin for over 15 years, having met when he was launching his career in NYC working for Show People Magazine. Kevin has advised me on education-related programs, edited several of my opinion pieces and blogs, and published my articles in his role as an editor with the The Good Men Project.

Kevin’s keen intellect, superb writing skills and passion for justice combine to make him an indispensable partner on these projects.

He is a true friend who shares a deep commitment to make the world a more compassionate and equitable place for all people. Kevin’s prodigious gifts are commendable, whether he is performing in the workplace or as a consultant.


Dheepa Chari SINGER/SONGWRITER & SENIOR DIRECTOR Pfizer Oncology

I can’t say enough about Kevin’s talents as a writer and editor. He has helped me with a number of different projects—most recently an article published in The Washington Post. He is a wonderful coach throughout the writing process and has helped me in finding my own voice.


John Dermot Woods
NOVELIST & PROFESSOR of ENGLISH / CREATIVE WRITING Nassau College

Kevin, like the best editors, can distill an author’s work to its essence. His eye for the core thread of a story—what defines a work—has been invaluable to my writing process. More than an editor, Kevin is a true collaborator.

Michael Shammas WRITER & LAWYER

Kevin edited and published the weekly column I formerly wrote for The Good Men Project. He was more than diligent and took care to make sure every article shined before hitting the “publish” button. More importantly, in addition to his obvious intelligence, Kevin has great people skills and makes those he works with feel at ease right away. If I could recommend him 100,000,000 times, I would.

Vernon C. Lindsay, Ph.D. WRITER, CONSULTANT & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT COACH

It is with great honor that I can speak to Kevin’s editing and writing skills. He served as an invaluable resource to the success of the weekly column I formerly wrote for The Good Men Project. Consistently, he offered me timely and well-informed feedback on article submissions.

Ginny Woods WRITER & FINANCIAL RESEARCH AllianceBernstein

Kevin is a thorough, diligent and creative editor. He knows how to guide a writer toward their own unique voice and story—a skill he has honed over years as a writer and teacher. Recently, he suggested I write an essay for a publication where he worked and gave me general guidelines for a topic. He brainstormed with me as I developed the idea and helped give it focus. When I submitted a draft, his edit, while fairly light, definitely improved the clarity and brevity of what I’d written. The essay ended up being very popular online, and it’s a piece of which I’m very proud. I look forward to doing more writing alongside Kevin.