"I have known David both personally and professionall for over 30 years and worked with him in several capacities. David is a consumate professional and a master of communication skills. For companies large and small, his ability to absorb corporate information and create effective communication plans is unparalleled. Whether creating an education campaign or a disaster response he takes full ownership of the project and delivers a product that is exceptional. He uses a rare and effective combination of humor, insight, historical knowledge, research and direct communication when work with his clients. I highly highly recommend David."  Rion Dugan is the former director of technology contracts for the City and County of San Francisco..

“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.