Recommendations
“Partner projects with the American Federation of Teachers are quite demanding and we hold our collaborators to the highest expectations. David Meissner surpassed all of them… He worked under extremely tight deadlines and kept us informed of every step. His attention to detail was remarkable, but his keen insights, understanding of the educational issues at hand, fluency in Spanish and superb translation skills, and his commitment to provide educators and children with the best resources made him truly exceptional.
We were also extremely impressed by David’s grace under pressure – after the unexpected departure of one of the project directors, David facilitated a seamless transition by taking on this director’s substantial responsibilities. Deadlines were met, work was not disrupted, and all his effort and creativity resulted in products of the highest quality. This type of project was a trailblazing effort for the AFT, and David’s extraordinary skills were pivotal in making it a success. Not only does he have a long list of professional attributes, but David is one of those rare
individuals who also fully infuse their job with their best personal qualities – integrity,
kindness, charisma, generosity, optimism, cheerfulness, and sense of humor.” - Giselle Lundy-Ponce, Senior Associate, American Federation of Teachers “I’m very pleased to write this letter of recommendation for David Meissner, who for the last three years has done outstanding work for us, first as an employee and then as a freelancer. David is a creative thinker, a skilled writer, a talented interviewer, and a dedicated professional who cares deeply about doing high-quality work. He has also been an enthusiastic, upbeat presence on our projects; someone who quickly establishes a bond with the people he works with. In all of his work for us, David has been resourceful, energetic, and unfailingly gracious. He has been an effective representative of our projects in a wide range of settings. Our staff, our partners, our funders, and our freelancers have all enjoyed working with David—and so have I. In addition to his strong skills on the job, David is a world traveler who speaks Spanish, Portuguese, and German and is always ready to learn something new. In short, David is a delightful person who consistently produces excellent work. It is a pleasure to recommend him!”
- Noel Gunther, Vice President, WETA Public Television and Radio “He's a terrific writer, and several people outside of the organization have commented on what a naturally talented interviewer he is... In a workplace of Type A's, David is the voice of calm, reason, and thoughtfulness... David consistently produces quality work. I can trust that what he does is well considered and thorough... He is a very talented and creative employee whose skills, abilities, and potential will take him a long way.” - Pam McKeta, Director of Online Services, Reading Rockets “David has proven his ability to critically analyze issues and problems, prioritize tasks on a scheduled timeline, and ensure that deadlines and quality control are consistently met. Any organization or agency that David turns his eye toward for future employment will be more than satisfied by the result.” - Neil Markowitz, Executive Director, Environmental Education Exchange | 
