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 TESTIMONIALS AND AWARDS
Susann Thiel, who became president and principal owner of Arete Communications in the spring of 2004, has won numerous national and regional awards for her work, including an award for promotional brochure design from the Communications Association of the Southern Tier in 2005.

As a member of the Binghamton University (State University of New York) Office of Communications and Marketing, Thiel won awards from:
  • the National Admissions Marketing Association (2002-04);
  • Council for Support and Advancement of Education (2001-04);
  • State University of New York (SUNY) Confederation of Alumni Associations (2001);
  • SUNY Council for University Affairs and Development (SUNY/CUAD) (2003-04); and
  • the Communications Association of the Southern Tier (2002-04).
At Foxwoods Resort Casino, Thiel's television production work was recognized with a Telly Award (1999), and her print and video work garnered the International Association of Business Communicators' Connecticut Chapter Bronze Quill Award of Excellence for External Communications (1998).

As a journalist, Thiel received an award from the New England Associated Press News Executive Association for best spot news coverage and several Best of Gannett awards from the Gannett Corporation (1989-93).

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AWARD-WINNING PROJECTS


"Congratulations on receiving the (2003) SUNY/CUAD award for Best of Category in websites and Best of Category for fundraising publications for the excellent "Believe!" annual report for the Binghamton University Foundation. I am pleased that your effort and talent in developing these important fundraising communications vehicles have been recognized by a professional organization of your peers. Sincere congratulations and best wishes for your continued success."
Lois B. DeFleur, President, Binghamton University/State University of New York.


"Thank you so much for all your patience and your excellent contributions to the steering committee. It has been a pleasure getting to know you."
Sandra Balzhiser, Chairperson, 2005 Celebrating Women in Business Conference, Small Business Development Center, Binghamton University, Binghamton, New York.


"I am totally thrilled that you will be a part of the committee again next year. You did such a terrific job!!!"
Ginny Robert, Co-Chair, 2005 Celebrating Women in Business Conference, Small Business Development Center, Binghamton University, Binghamton, New York.


"I am very pleased with the work you have done on the 100th Anniversary Commemorative Journal. The layout is simply beautiful. Thank you for all of your efforts."
The Very Rev. Protopresbyter James Dutko, Pastor, St. Michael's Greek Catholic Church, Binghamton, New York (2005).


"You have enabled Binghamton University to raise more than 20 percent over its goal and do so one year ahead of schedule. Your excellent communications about the campaign ... have explained the university's needs, strengths and successes in a very effective manner."
Thomas Kelly, Vice President of External Affairs, Binghamton University/State University of New York (2003).


"I love the work ... I really like the logos you created, along with the tag line ... the brochure is stunning and I love my website! You did a great job on it! Thank you! The gift certificate looks great!! Can't wait to start handing them out. All of my materials are beautiful! It's a pleasure to work with you, Susann - you've got it all - professional, knowledgeable, creative - and a marathoner!"
MaryAnn Thompson, Achieve, Endicott, New York (2005).


"I am thoroughly impressed. You said so much that I needed to say and didn't know how! I'm truly impressed with what you put together ... I LOVE IT! ... I hired you not only for your skills in designing/developing, but also to tell me honestly what you think. You have done your job - excellently. Thanks."
Kathleen Richardson, Volunteer Management Coach and Life Coaching On Your Way to the Top, Corning, New York (2005).


"The media kit looks great. This will be an invaluable tool for us. Thank you for all the work you did on this."
Barbara Holland, Northeast Regional Director, Emergency Animal Rescue Service/United Animal Nations, Sacramento, California (2004).


"The (2003) Binghamton University Foundation annual report is a top-notch publication. It is the best piece on the table, but not the most costly. Lots of bells and whistles - and it invites reading."
Judges' comments, SUNY/CUAD Awards of Excellence.


"Thank you so much for all your hard work and help with our logo, brochures and website! We love them - they are just beautiful."
Peggy Monborne and Gregory Hritcko, Owners, Hand Therapy of Greater Binghamton, Johnson City, New York (2004).


"The Binghamton University donor site is very welcoming and warm, and easy to navigate."
Judges' comments, SUNY/CUAD Awards of Excellence (2003).


"Thank you again for the fantastic job you did on the beautiful book, the magnificent receptions you organized for the Ballet, and everything else you did for the production."
Sandra Woodall, costume and set designer for the Hartford Ballet's "American Nutcracker." San Francisco, California (1999)


"All of the entries in this competition were creative and well done, but this (Hartford Ballet commemorative book and video) package stood out far and above the rest of the crowd."
Judges' comments, International Association of Business Communicators, Connecticut Chapter (1998).