Eric Van Meter
Professional & Character References
Professional & Character References
Creative Director, Bohnsack Design
I've worked with Chris on a number of projects for U of A clients over many years: ORP, Cosmic Explorer, Rogers College of Law, College of Medicine - Tucson and more. Chris is primarily a designer, I'm primarily a writer, and we have overlapping skill sets in our strategic thinking and project management. I think Chris can offer perspective on how I've navigated our shared and different strengths as a collaborator.
chris@bohnsackdesign.com | (602) 999-1147
Associate Professor, U of A Department of Astronomy
I recently worked with Kate on communications planning for Cosmic Explorer, the federally funded, next-gen gravitational wave observatory now in early-stage development. Over the course of two days at a planning retreat, Kate welcomed me to jump into a complex topic and comms landscape being passionately discussed by a team of diverse and strongly opinionated scientists and project leaders.
Chief of Staff, Simpleview
Cara was my primary client at Simpleview, which became the world's leading provider of travel and tourism marketing solutions in the 15 years that I worked with her. Cara can offer perspective on how I handle simultaneous projects with competing priorities and my role in supporting the company's C-suite across a wide range of comms needs.
cara.scholke@gmail.com | +1 (608) 692-2272
President & CEO, The Steele Foundation
I connected with Marianne through a University of Arizona Foundation assignment to help tell the story of The Steele Foundation's $10 million gift to the U of A. Part of that gift honored Dan Cracchiolo, Marianne's father and founder of The Steele Foundation. The connection led to an ongoing project working with Steele to document Dan's legacy and philanthropic impact.
AVP Research Development & Acting Chief of Staff, U of A ORP
I've worked with Kim on a number of projects over the past few years, including helping her clarify and articulate her vision for RDS and report on RDS functions, challenges and wins. More than anyone else on this list, Kim can offer perspective on my suitability for ORP's team, culture and responsibilities.
Senior Director, Faculty Affairs, Banner University Medicine
Amy was my client when she led development of a full website overhaul for the U of A Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. It was a long and complicated project with lots of stakeholders and moving parts. I believe she can offer perspective on how I handle project management, staying organized and working with multiple priorities.
asv@arizona.edu | avanhoesen@mac.com
Associate Dean of Advancement & Communications, UW-Madison School of Human Ecology
Linda became a client when Soyeon Shim left the U of A to become dean at the UW-Madison School of Human Ecology and "brought me with her," as Linda has put it. She's a strategic thinker, fantastic storyteller and an inspiring, innovative leader in higher ed communications who can speak to my support in helping her elevate SoHE's vision, work and impact.