2016 Boston Marathon

Jackie, accurately saw that the 2016 Boston Marathon, the fiftieth anniversary of my first run in 1966 would be a propitious time to launch a publicity campaign that included, in addition to the celebration of my being the first woman to run the Boston Marathon, also, as well, bringing public awareness to my art career.

She is an alchemist of human relations. Not only does she have a large repertoire of influential and congenial friends and colleagues, but she was also very good at inspiring people to join us. She has great follow-through and was able to manage the sale of a number of my bronze sculptures and to organize venues in which to exhibit my art works.

She is excellent at getting things done and taking action steps. She was amazing in her ability to inspire other people to help us. She meticulously kept records of our contacts and sales. She helped me sort out my online presence.

In April 2016, she stayed with me during the marathon week and attended the many events. She also orchestrated additional events and venues, including an art show at Tracksmith.

In 2017, we continued to work together. Heroically, she drove me to New York City, for the launching, at the International  Bookseller’s Conference, of the children’s book, The Girl Who Ran, written and published by Compendium, about my 1966 run.

As my publicist, she generously gave of her time, and expertise, for which I am ever grateful. It is the first time anyone has ever taken such an active and supportive interest in my art, and helped me to such an extent and with such dedication.

During our partnership we became good friends and had a marvelous time. I can’t say enough good things about Jackie and am so blessed to call her my friend.