A sampling of feedback from CK’s work, writing and insights is located below. If you’re looking for buzz specific to CK’s speeches, trainings and workshops, that feedback is located here.
“CK is one of the smartest marketers we know. Her creativity and energy are unparalleled in creating interest and enthusiasm. We’d hire her in a minute or less.”
— Jackie Huba & Ben McConnell, authors of “Citizen Marketers” and “Creating Customer Evangelists”
“CK’s enthusiasm is only surpassed by her creativity and street smarts. You can’t ask for a better advocate for your brand.”
— Al & Laura Ries, best-selling authors of 12 marketing books
“CK understood the seismic shifts that were going on in marketing long before most of her peers. Now she’s translating that expertise into wisdom for b-to-b marketers. She’s got a unique ability to see around corners. You don’t see insight like hers every day.”
— Paul Gillin, veteran technology journalist, speaker and author of 3 marketing books
“CK’s input, approach and support was instrumental in moving us forward quickly with a thoughtful approach—her ability to quickly absorb new sectors and trends and then crystallize them is impressive!”
— Philip McCrea, CEO, ClearPoint
“CK is an incredible ‘BIG idea’ writer and thinker. A very rare find, due to her talent for matching incredible, leading-edge ideas with the skills to tell a great story.”
— Clare C. McDermott, Editor, Chief Content Officer Magazine
“CK is a marketer who reminds me of the best journalists I know. She develops a unique POV based on rigorous thinking that is backed up by hard evidence and real-world examples, and she writes it all in a style that is clear, compelling and memorable. Doesn’t get much better than that.”
— Chris Koch, Dir. of Research & Thought Leadership, ITSMA
“CK’s passion for social media and mobile marketing is inspirational! Not only is she a complete pleasure to work with, but her wealth of knowledge and professionalism in the B2B arena is a valuable resource to any company she works with.”
– Cristina Caldera, Marketing Manager, Business.com
“CK’s tremendous enthusiasm and creative energy shine through in everything she does. She is the definition of a social and mobile media thought leader, one that I have been fortunate enough to work with and learn from. Constantly growing and expanding her own knowledge base, keeps her on the cutting edge of these innovative times.”
—Beth B. Wilson, Marketing Manager, Mahaffey Fabric Structures
“We consider CK to be a highly experienced leader in B2B market analysis, strategy and messaging. She consistently over-delivers in terms of quality and intelligence and her results for emerging and established brands have been award-winning.”
— Neil Vineberg, President, Vineberg Communications
“CK brings big brains, great ears and immense heart to her work. She is an original thinker and acute listener with a steadfast commitment to the greater good. These are qualities that are absolutely indispensable in today’s world–where marketing is a conversation, especially online, and social responsibility is a consumer expectation.”
— Katya Andresen, Author of “Robin Hood Marketing” & Vice President/Marketing, Network for Good
“What I love about CK is the enthusiasm, creativity and tremendous energy she brings to any job she sets her mind to. She doesn’t just believe that any given idea is a good one…she does whatever is necessary to implement it and make it succeed. She gets things done.”
— Ann Handley, Chief Content Officer, Marketing Profs
“While it’s obvious that Christina (“CK”) knows Web 2.0, it’s more important to state that, unlike many marketers you’ll find who only see its potential as a consumer-oriented marketing tool, CK knows how to leverage Web 2.0 social media for B2B. This is a very valuable skill, honed by years of experience and success, that businesses can profit from by engaging CK to help shape their B2B marketing plans.”
—Ron Casalotti, Director, User Participation, BusinessWeek
“Christina “CK” Kerley takes no prisoners. She doesn’t just march to her own drummer, she’s creating a whole new parade as she forces us to think about B2B marketing in a new way. I regard CK as a voice of authority on B2B marketing, especially when it comes to integrating the Social Web in a meaningful way.”
— Mark Schaefer, Executive Director, Schaefer Marketing Solutions
“CK thinks authentically and different. It’s why her voice has such value.”
— Drew McLellan, CEO, McLellan Marketing Group
“Thanks to CK for her hard work and dedication to the improvement of marketing minds everywhere.”
—Al Ries, best-selling author of over 11 marketing books
“CK’s extraordinary positive energy and intellect infuse everything she does. And she’s a pleasure to work with, regularly turning our simple thoughts…into brilliant execution.”
— Gene DeWitt, CEO, DeWitt Media Strategies
“As the go-to source on B2B marketing, CK’s someone I’ve often recommended to others as a blogger, speaker, and sounding board. As long as I’ve known her she’s been ahead of the curve on issues that matter for marketers, and you’ll always feel smarter just by talking to her.”
— David Berkowitz, Senior Director of Emerging Media & Innovation, 360i
“I’ve known, collaborated and worked with Christina (CK) Kerley for more than a decade. A passionate marketer, CK has truly evolved into one of today’s most sought-after B2B marketing strategists, and is among the most brilliant minds in social media.”
— Ken Braun, CEO, Lounge Lizard, Inc.
“CK’s invaluable insights on social media helped us to make a splash into the world of Web 2.0. She helped tremendously in developing a crowdsourced approach to market research that was truly a ‘game-changer’. Not only were CK’s ideas brilliant, but her enthusiasm in making them reality made all the difference for the success of this project.”
— Mike Travis, CEO, Equation Research
“CK is a marketing peer; some might call her a competitor. I call her one of the smartest marketers in our area of expertise, whose ideas are creative, innovative and, more important, they work.”
— Lewis Green, Author of “How to Grow a Business by Putting People First”
Taking high-level concepts and applying them to real-world strategy is what CK is all about. She simultaneously educated our team while giving us brilliant direction for our client.”
— Lon Taylor, President, First Insights
“CK brought a fresh level of excitement and strategic insight to our marketing efforts in a very short time. Our business is extremely technical and ever-changing; but CK managed to capture an understanding of our market, analyze the opportunities and provide succinct, compelling concepts and creative execution.”
— Keith Ward, Assoc. Director Global Marketing, ISI
“CK is a brilliant marketing strategist; she’s truly at the top of her field. Insightful and incredibly thorough, her business savvy and solid experience make for impressive results…and she always over-delivers.”
— Michele Harris, President, SMARTi Solutions
“CK brings a combination of strategic insight, sound marketing instinct and a process orientation that ensures actionable planning and meaningful results.”
— Lisa Meyer, Marketing Director, FCG
“CK sucks people in with value…she is incredibly insightful and full of ideas. I can’t imagine why anybody wouldn’t listen to her ideas and implement them.”
— Joe Reger, JR., CEO, dNeero
“CK is the last great idealist. She holds brands and consultants alike to the fire and doles out heaps of praise when it’s deserved. Her honesty is always refreshing.”
— Alan Wolk, Director of Strategy, KickApps
Looking for buzz specific to CK’s speaking and training? That feedback is located here.