Testimonials
“Lisa Braun Dubbels’ total devotion and commitment transform her from publicist to valued partner. Drawing upon her years of experience in the publishing world, Lisa’s advice has proven consistently valuable, insightful and original—truly outside the box! Speaking from personal experience, not only was Lisa completely familiar with my work but also with my needs as an author. I am so blessed to have worked with her—thank you Lisa!”–Judika Illes, author of Pure Magic and other titles
“Our experience with Catalyst Publicity was hugely positive. The discussion and agreement on goals for the campaigns, the feedback on results, to the interaction with the authors, every step was handled professionally. The use of technology to keep us informed on the progress of the campaigns kept the process transparent to a degree I’d not seen with a freelance publicity organization. That’s a confident move which made me secure in my choice to place the work out-of-house.”–Christopher Wold, HarperCollinsUK
“I’ve known Lisa Dubbels through many incarnations in the publishing world, and she has always embodied the perfect blend of passion for books and subject matter with a true understanding of media and promotion to effectively represent authors and their work to the world. As I’ve watched the development of Catalyst Publicity, Lisa continues to explore the cutting edge of media, finding new and effective opportunities for me and my work. I highly recommend her for all authors of consciousness-raising books because she sees where popular media has been, and where it’s going.”–Christopher Penczak, author of The Mystic Foundation and other titles
“Lisa Braun Dubbels brings passion, persistence, and professionalism to Catalyst Publicity. As an editor at New Age Retailer trade magazine, I’ve worked with Lisa for nearly 10 years. Her deep knowledge of the book-publishing and mind/body/spirit industries is an invaluable resource. Lisa’s creativity, curiosity, and initiative make her a truly outstanding publicist.”–Ray Hemachandra, editor at large and former editor in chief of New Age Retailer
“Lisa has worked on several publicity projects for me, launching new publications as well as working on extending the publicity on some projects already in the market–arguably more difficult than a new launch. She handles authors with skill and sensitivity, delivering results and managing expectations.”–Christopher Wold, HarperCollinsUK, April 2008 (more than one project)
“Lisa Braun Dubbels is a well-connected, well-liked, innovative, detail-oriented, thorough, and tireless worker on behalf of her many prestigious clients. I have known her for fifteen years – maybe more – and I have only the highest things to say about her as does everyone I know who has ever worked with her.”–Monte Farber, bestselling author
“Lisa is a very talented and creative person who gets the job done. I’ve worked with her on numerous projects where her involvement and hard work directly contributed to the success of the project. Her strong interpersonal skills, her vast network of resources, her endless supply of good ideas, and her ability to deliver solutions on schedule are a few of her strengths. What sets her apart is her commitment to make your project a success. I should also mention that she’s also got an excellent sense of humor and I promise that you’ll laugh alot when you work with her!”–Scott Dicken, former VP of IT, Augsburg Fortress Publishers
“Lisa’s helped conceptualize promotions for me several times. I’ve found her contacts amazing (does she literally know everyone on the planet?) and her ideas excellent and appropriate. She brings high energy to everything she does. Unbeatable!”–Patricia Monaghan, award-winning author
“Catalyst Publicity has garnered us exceptional media hits across all platforms; television, radio, print, and Internet. Lisa is an expert at maximizing promotional opportunities by looking at a project from all the angles. Would I hire her again? Let me ask you this: Did the ugly duckling want to become the beautiful (and popular) swan??”–Erik Riesenberg, Director of Business Language,
“Professional, knowledgeable, personable, and–most important–effective! I enthusiastically recommend Lisa for your book promotion efforts.”–JoAnne Voltz, Marketing Manager, Redleaf Press
“Lisa is a highly intelligent, collaborative, and professional woman in her field. Working with her was and continues to be a pleasure. She immediately sees many routes towards a solution, and is someone I trust to carry forward positive relationships with our authors as they transition from editorial to publicity. I recommend her highly.”–Marie Hix, Beyond Words Publishing
“As a trusted colleague for many years, Lisa Braun Dubbels has proven, time and again, that she is the most connected, diligent and (most importantly) successful PR representative in the publishing industry. I attribute much of Etherean’s success during my period as VP to the cohesive and robust relationship Lisa formed and maintained between Etherean and Llewellyn Worldwide. If you’re not ready to play with the “big boys,” proceed with caution. Otherwise, although her track record speaks for itself, it is without hesitation that I recommend her services to anyone desiring the spotlight.”–Tae Darnell, Vice President, Etherean Music, Inc.
