The Praise
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"Almost all recommendations look the same. They have big words and reak of phoney positivity; they're like bad Hallmark cards. At least this is true of most of the ones I've written. But I respect Kent too much to toss some derivative fluff at him. As Kent's editor at Richmond.com and peer at UNderdog, I was consistently impressed with his creativity, work ethic and unselfishness. He made my job more fun and rewarding. In an authentic environment that embraces individual strenghts and encourages collaboration, Kent thrives like no other. And because I feel compelled to say something bad, if you have a poor workplace culture or lack passion in your mission or work, don't hire Kent. Seriously. He might take your job or at least convince you to quit. He's that good."
— Mike Ward
VP of Marketing, Former Supervisor -
"Kent has an awesome creative mind ... with an unparalleled ability to find unique and innovative ways to communicate ideas and sell products. As an added plus, Kent has a wonderful sense of humor that helps keep things lively ... a witty comment from Kent has helped my teams through a stressful day on many, many occasions. But the most important thing is that Kent wraps all of this in a true commitment to quality work and a work ethic that is second-to-none. I highly recommend Kent whenever you have a creative challenge and you want great results, solid ideas ... and you want to have some fun and enjoy the work along the way."
— Deb Yuhas
Creative Director, Former Supervisor -
"Kent Brockwell took a chance on me, a fresh-out-of-college graduate looking for a copywriter internship who walked away with a full-time position as the newest Junior Copywriter on his team after a couple of crazy Zoom calls. As my boss of two years, his unwavering patience helped me find my true potential as a writer. "Sincerity" should be his middle name (I'm not sure it isn't...) because the consistent care given to his Communications team – paired with peak professionalism – is unparalleled. I had the pleasure of working alongside him — learning valuable skills, such as SEO writing from the master, and getting to present a "copywriting basics" presentation at our alma mater, VCU, to eager-to-learn Mass Communications students. Passionate about both the work that he has a hand in and the work, goals, and dreams he empowers word nerds like myself to pursue, Kent is someone who I always hope to have in my corner as a mentor and friend."
— Caitlin Sherman
Copywriter, Former Direct Report -
"I had the pleasure of first meeting Kent on a tour of Madison+Main while at VCU in 2017. Having the chance to sit in on his presentation, I distinctly remember two aspects: his enthusiasm about what he does and his advice to always be on the lookout for chances to gain experience. I took that to heart and jumped at the opportunity to intern at Madison+Main under Kent’s supervision. During my time as an intern, he was helpful, patient, and very collaborative. I always felt my ideas and questions were respected. Kent is not only a wonderful boss but an even better person. His passion for developing interns, for bold ideas, and for leading by example is incredible. Even after the internship ended, I reached out to Kent for a recommendation, he happily obliged. Kent was, and is, a wonderful mentor to me long after my brief five-month internship. It’s because of his advice that I made the most of my time at VCU and was able to graduate with multiple job offers. Thank you Kent!"
— Taylor Burress
Marketing Coordinator, Former Direct Report -
"A lot can be said about Kent Brockwell, but LinkedIn has a 3,000-word limit. I had the pleasure of working with Kent as an intern and then was hired full-time to his team of word nerds. As my mentor and boss, Kent encouraged me every step of the way, supported my professional growth, and taught me how to be a better writer. His genuine passion for helping his team grow and succeed – both in and out of the workplace – is truly inspiring. Kent is a strong leader whose enthusiastic and positive attitude is contagious. His patience knows no bounds, and Kent’s superpower lies in making everyone feel valued and heard. Plus, his beard game really 'grows' on you. Thank you Kent for all that you’ve done and continue to do for me!"
— Kennedy Heidel
Communications Specialist, Former Direct Report -
"I had the pleasure of working with Kent for about three years at Capital One. We were both digital copy writers, performing similar duties. As my familiarity with his work grew, so did my envy. Kent was more than a good a copywriter, ticking off all the creative brief boxes, keeping his words concise, meeting deadlines and, in general, simply hitting the mark. He was CREATIVE. I mean REALLY creative. His headlines always knocked me off my feet. They made me envious I didn't think of something similar myself. But I couldn't. Kent simply excels in developing absolutely creative, witty (when appropriate) written content more than most. And his wit and charm aren't limited to his writing either. He exudes it, making him a fun and valued team player and colleague. Anyone lucky enough to work with Kent will agree--he is simply one of the best in his field."
— Michelle Olgers
Communications Officer, Former Team Member -
"Kent is one of the most talented people I've ever met. He's crazy funny and has this unassuming intellect, that everyone loves. When I was new to Capital One, Kent made me feel very comfortable and supported on the campaigns we worked on together. Kent's humor and personality play a huge part in wanting to work with him, but his diligence and razor sharp writing skills seal the deal. He's the whole package and I hope to work with him again in the future. Until then I'll just stalk him on Facebook and Twitter."
— Melissa Young
Digital Marketing Operations Manager, Former Team Member -
"Kent came to Circuit City at a very difficult time to perform a very challenging role that combined project management and writing. His attitude was great and helped our entire team stay focused on our tasks. I could count on Kent to keep the weekly promotional work in line and on schedule. Kent managed our work in a time when all things were chaotic and he held it all together. He was flexible and worked hard to meet our deadlines, which were sometimes completely ridiculous. Kent is a very talented writer who I could see working in a very creative environment with ease. I appreciate Kent's work and dedication and would certainly recommend him for his next role."
— Carla Rogers
Digital Director, Former Team Member -
"Kent is a creative and smart writer. He is a quick study, always has a million great ideas, and is a fun person to work with on a project. You can rely on Kent to come up with the perfect copy lickety-split, which makes the job easier for everyone."
— Erin Ballentine Graham
Senior Creative Manager, Former Team Member
