Testimonials
“Simbol knows the secret handshakes and passwords that open all the doors“
“When Simbol first approached us we had 2 thoughts. The first was, “what the heck is PR anyway?” and the other was, “can’t we just do it ourselves?” Now that we’re in deep with Simbol we know the answers. PR is exactly what a small brand needs to start getting more recognition and no, we can’t just do it ourselves. These guys know the secret handshakes and passwords that open all the doors that we had been patiently knocking on for years without any real success. I truly look forward to talking with them on our bi-weekly calls because they have this knack of taking my half-baked ideas (for product features, marketing plans, partnerships, etc.) and reshaping them into impactful and actionable items. They have a Rolodex the size of a New York phone book and stellar reputations that get folks to answer the phone when they call. We’re definitely satisfied clients. ”
Devin Carlson, founder – Archer Components
“They consistently go the extra mile”
“It is always a pleasure to work with Simbol truly an outstanding agency. Numerous PR firms can get you what you need, but they never stop there. They consistently go the extra mile — oftentimes literally — to ensure clients and media alike are connected, informed, and on the leading edge of the industry. I know of no one who works harder — in any arena.”
Adam Ruggiero – Gear Junkie
“When it comes to media requests, Nic, shall we say, makes things happen.”
– PATRICK BRADY – OWNER RED KITE PRAYER
“He never took a cookie cutter approach with his athletes and he also never made any of us feel like a marketing commodity.”
“As an athlete new to the bike industry almost 20 years ago, Nic Sims was one of the first people I worked with and he spoiled me for much of the rest of my career. To this day, he has been one of the friendliest and most affective individuals I have ever worked with. He took personal care to help me develop my talents and to find the right opportunities and outlets for my specific skills. He never took a cookie cutter approach with his athletes and he also never made any of us feel like a marketing commodity. His approach is personal, supportive and super creative. He supported me and also taught me how to navigate the challenging and dynamic world of being a successful professional athlete.”
Rebecca Rusch – 7X World Champ. 4X Leadville 100 winner. 5X Dirty Kanza (1X DKXL) winner. Author-Rusch To Glory. Emmy award winner.
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Testimonials
“Simbol manages to execute a perfect mix of industry expertise, unyielding professionalism, and a firm understanding of what writers and editors need. And they demonstrates an uncanny ability to always see the positive in any experience.”
Nathan Borchelt – National Geographic
“I’ve been to two events that were coordinated by Simbol. Each event has stayed with me through experience, new friendships and ongoing business partnerships. I also took away a new knowledge base about every company that they represented at the events. Attendees were educated through actual field use and reliance on sample products. An on-demand product testing program that created new brand loyalties!”
Brian McVickers – Overland Journal
“Working with Simbol is one of the easiest parts of my weekly routine. They are definitely one of the most responsive and tuned in PR people I’ve worked with in my two decades as a journalist in the outdoor industry. Any chance to work with Scott and Nic over the years has always gone well and I look forward to many more.”
Aaron Bible – Freelancer (Men’s Health, Backpacker, Gear Institute)
“I have been working with PR agencies for many years and Simbol PR is clearly heads above the rest. The task of a PR agency is tough: Getting a company to be seen and heard in a market that is always filled with stiff competition seems like a very daunting task. For Inov-8, Simbol PR not only took on the challenge, but blew it out of the water by not only bringing our brand to the forefront in the major press but doing it repeatedly! Scott and Nic continue to impress us quarter after quarter. They are the perfect combination of talent and ease of personality that makes them a pure pleasure to work with.”
Brendan Murray – inov-8 Running Shoes
“As an athlete, I have truly enjoyed working with SIMBOL Communications. They are experts in the products they represent as well as being hooked into the race scene, making it super easy to discuss season plans and product needs. Additionally, the communication is quick and seamless which is rare compared to other marketing teams that can often be overworked or traveling. I can send SIMBOL race recaps, media content, product feedback, or product requests, and I always get a reply within a day or so. This makes my job of promoting their brand while chasing podiums easy!”
Erin Huck – 5x National MTB Champion
“Nic’s positive attitude, ability to effectively communicate and organize make him an invaluable marketing/manager.”
“I’ve worked in magazines and media for 36 years with hundreds of different companies and thousands of marketing personal. Nic is one of those extremely rare individuals you can reach anytime, always knowledgeable, creative and can arrive effortlessly at a solution when one is required. Nic’s positive attitude, ability to effectively communicate and organize make him an invaluable marketing/manager. Any company would be lucky to have Nic on their team.”
Robert Rex – Advertising Manager Peleton Magazine/movepress