“I've worked with David for over 10 years with a diverse set of clients on a variety of projects. He's always me impressed with his cleverness and focus. He's been able to work with us to conceptually focus an idea through various modes of communication. Best of all, he makes it easy with his professionalism and ability to understand the problem being solved.”

Demitri Pagonis' name is on the marquee at the graphic-design firm, Malish and Pagonis.

“Ever since I met David when he was one of my PRSA/Philadelphia Chapter mentors for the Examination for Accreditation in Public Relations, I've been impressed with the scope of his knowledge of effective communications, his understanding of interpersonal dynamics, and his ability to focus his clients on the core issues that really have an impact on business outcomes. He is the consummate professional communications counselor, he listens intently to his clients, and successfully synthesizes strategies that incorporate their concerns and his own expertise to create the win.”

Steve Lubetkin, APR, Fellow PRSA is a former member of the board of directors of the Public Relations Society of America and was David Kirk's colleague at HRN.