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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT ANNIE HOFFMAN:

"…Annie Hoffman, whose charming aggressiveness gets her impossible-to-get interviews..."
Cleveland Plain Dealer

"If I had to describe Annie Hoffman in one word, it would be 'professionalism.' She has a unique knack in interviewing and drawing out the true personality of her subject. Annie Hoffman elevates the level of everything she touches."
Ernie Accorsi, Former General Manager, New York Giants

"Annie is cool. Laid back, but professional, funny…(she) makes you comfortable. One of my favorite people to interview with."
Shaquille O'Neal, NBA Star

"Annie really knows what she is doing. She made me feel very comfortable. I really enjoyed being interviewed by Annie - we had a lot of fun."
Jack Nicklaus, Golf Legend

"Annie really understands the relationship between sports and entertainment…her enthusiasm for the story is refreshing."
Cheryl Ladd, Actress and Avid Golfer

"Annie is extremely professional. She did her homework and was prepared in every aspect of the interview. She made me feel at ease, which resulted in a great interview."
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, NBA Legend

"Annie is a remarkable writer…an experienced writer who is very professional, but who also has a sense of humor. Annie, keep up the good work!"
Evander Holyfield, Boxing Legend

"With her persistence and affable nature, Annie won over the athletes we represent and us in her quest for a good, honest scoop and is 'the' request everyone wants to satisfy. As credit to her interview style, Annie has earned repeat interviews with our clients because the athletes truly enjoy working with her. Her on-air confidence and sense of humor makes the interviewee feel at home and relaxed."
Eric Kaufman, President, Premier Sports Management

"Along with a terrific work ethic, Annie Hoffman has a warm, charming, infectious personality."
Dennis Lewin, Former Senior Vice President Broadcasting, National Football League; Former Senior Vice President, Production, ABC Sports

"Annie made John McEnroe feel incredibly comfortable. She brings honesty and intelligence to the interview."
Peter Gold, Former CEO of Twenty One West Entertainment (the label that released tennis legend John McEnroe's debut CD); Executive Vice President & General Manager of VegasInsider.com

"Annie is a four-star talent."
Brian Harris, Partner, Taylor Global

"Annie always gave us an extra advantage on the 'The Score Morning Show'.....with sports/entertainment scoops we'd never find anywhere else. Her stories were fun, insightful and totally unique to sports radio."
Rick Gieser, Former Executive Producer/ Morning Show, WSCR Radio-Chicago

"Annie got us big name after big name for our CNBC show, and then proceeded to do excellent, revealing interviews with all of them. She was a major asset to the show, and an intelligent and charming person to work with."
Jim Watkins, Anchor, WNBC-New York; Former Host "Great Stuff" CNBC

"Annie certainly did her research, because she asked me things about myself that 99% of the people who interview me never know about or bother to ask. Annie's great."
Alexi Lalas, President and General Manager, Los Angeles Galaxy (Major League Soccer); Star of the 1994 World Cup Team

"Annie's sports entertainment columns gave SportsLine an energetic, good-natured feel that contributed to the site's diversity and appeal. Not only did Annie put a smile on the face of everyone she worked with, she gave our visitors a fresh, insightful and down-to-earth look into the lives of our sports heroes."
Gary Feuerman, former Director of Programming/Manager of Business Development, CBS SportsLine

"In one word...genuine. A trait rarely found, yet one that Annie exudes. Working with Annie has always been a joy and has always produced overwhelmingly successful results."
Aric Webb, Senior Vice President, Strategic Marketing, Virgin Records

"Annie has a passion for what she does. Annie is the perfect person to 'spread the word.' Her enthusiasm is amazing; all of our clients have tremendous respect for her and her abilities."
Loren Harriet, Music Producer; Former Director of Music, Kazarian, Spencer & Associates

"Annie has made significant contributions to our programming not only by using her vast contacts in the sports world, but by delivering engaging, entertaining interviews. She is a pleasure to work with and gets results…a rare combination."
Andy Regal, Former Executive Producer, CNBC

"We dubbed Annie's segments "Name Dropping" and does she deliver, nailing the inside scoop and dishing it out in a fun and entertaining manner, the likes of which you can't teach. Annie (has) good journalistic instincts and a desire to take a listener along for the ride. No one does it better because no one is as professional as Annie Hoffman."
Ed Berliner, former TV and radio sportscaster; President, Speeding Bullet Media Group

"Annie's creative energy has enabled her to cultivate a variety of meaningful relationships in the sports and entertainment communities."
Peter Land, General Manager, Sports and Sponsorship, Edelman Public Relations

"Quite simply, Annie Hoffman is the most unique, passionate, dedicated and creative broadcast journalist I've ever worked with. Her determination and professionalism are matched by a true integrity and respect for not only the story, but for the people she interviews."
Arthur Samuel Joseph, President, Vocal Awareness Institute

"Annie's enthusiasm and charm shine through in even the shortest interaction with her. A natural 'people person,' Annie is quick to put whoever she is talking to at ease. Working with her is always a pleasure."
Alyson Sadofsky, Former Senior Director, Media Relations, SFX Basketball

QUOTES FROM FOLKS IN THE RADIO BIZ:

"Annie is the PERFECT on-air guest! She not only lives and breathes the sports/entertainment world, but also can convey it on the air with a quick wit and sense of humor. Annie will give your male audience their "sports fix," and do it in a way that doesn't intimidate or bore the women. The only question we had after our interview with Annie was…why we didn't book her to be on longer?!"
Staci Cruise, Host, WTNT-FM, Tallahassee, Florida

"If you are looking for the ultimate guest that truly understands the landscape of sports and entertainment think Annie Hoffman. Guaranteed to make your audience sit up and pay attention. Annie's uncanny ability to discuss the crossover between sports and entertainment world is profound, smart, engaging and always real. Annie is The Big E Show's favorite guest!"
Elissa Walker Campbell, Host, KOMA AM, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

"Annie is the real deal. She has the facts and the stories and delivers them with a great sense of humor and charm. We loved her!"
Todd Ethridge, Producer, "Walker Johnson Show," WKVL-AM/FM, Knoxville, Tennessee

"With the crossover between sports and entertainment today, Annie was the perfect person to have on the show. She comes across great on the radio, she is fun to talk to, and she has stories you can't find anywhere. Annie's appearance has drawn the most e-mail response of any guest this summer."
Louie Belina, Host, KZNE-AM, College Station, Texas

"Annie has the quickness of Oscar de la Hoya, a powerful impact like a Mike Tyson punch and comedic flair of Dennis Miller without having to use a dictionary to decipher what she's saying!!! Awesome, Baby!!!"
Jonathon Monk, Host, "Monk and Kelly Morning Show," WMXQ-FM, Jacksonville, Florida

"Annie's dynamic personality is paving the way into a new entertainment medium.Her insight into sports and entertainment truly enlightened our listeners. The listeners could not get enough."
Brian Greenberg, Host, WNJC-AM, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

"The phone lit up like a Christmas tree when Annie was on the air with us. The audience responds to celebrities in sports ...and Annie knows them all."
Stephen Viscusi, Host of "On the Job", Nationally Syndicated Radio Show

"Annie's funny, on top of things, and really knows her stuff. Annie's awesome on the air and she's hot!"
Dustin Rose, Morning Show Producer, KKAL-FM, San Luis Obispo, CA

"Annie is a funny, intelligent guest who adds a lot to our program whenever she appears. She really does have a unique niche in the marketplace and we're delighted anytime we can get her on our show."
Roger Lajoie, Host, CJCL-AM, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

"Annie Hoffman is a great guest to book on your show. She gets the scoop on the celebrity and sports stars, your listeners want to know about. I like her ALOT…you will too."
Mike Butts, Host, WICE-AM, Providence, Rhode Island

"Annie is awesome. She has great information, and she is very upbeat. We definitely will have Annie back on our show."
Brett Miller, Producer, "Max and Mary," KIIM-FM, Tucson, AZ.

"Annie's a great guest, informative, entertaining and gives 110%. At her suggestion we played trivia with our listeners with the "Big League Rocks" CD (which she so kindly provided) and our listeners loved it!! And we loved it.We plan on having Annie on a regular bi-monthly segment. From sports to entertainment, she covers it all. Thanks for a fantastic show!!"
"Charlie & Ernie in the Morning," WVMT-AM, Colchester, Vermont

"Annie is a pleasure to work with. It is mind boggling to see all the connections she has and the sports and entertainment personalities she has encountered. She has a wealth of information, and her interview segment on our morning show was something we looked forward to for a long time and it was all we anticipated and then some. We hope to have her back on many more times."
Jerry Germain, Program Director/ Talk Show Host, WFAD-AM, Middlebury, VT

"Ms. Hoffman is one of the most energetic, personable, and knowledgeable guests that I have ever booked. She is a great personality, and adapted to our show format instantly! Annie is definitely an asset to any morning show."
Chad Sasso, Producer, WSHK-FM, Portsmouth, New Hampshire

"I love 'dishing,' but it's only really fun when I'm talking with Annie. She knows the players and their games, and it shows. Plus, I keep hoping she'll introduce me to Kevin Costner."
Claudia Staines, Host, CFOS-AM, Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada

"If you only click on one web site in the next three minutes, make it Annie's!…Like Dustin, Abbie, and "Tales Of"-she has brought luster to her family name that was heretofore only surpassed by the legendary soda!…go ahead and click it…you'll like it! Spiderman couldn't spin a better website!…grandmas adore her…men fall in love with her. Why isn't somebody developing a product line for her! Hoffmandolins!…Hoffmansions!…Hoffmanicures!…I demand a Hoffmandarin oranges!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!…Oh…ummm…Uh…Did I mention that she's a really good journalist person who delivers the goods?…Well…Ummm…she is."
Bart Busterna, Sports Director, WLAD-AM, Danbury, Connecticut

"Annie Hoffman sheds light on the sports-entertainment world. You can't get these personal insights about these high profile celebrities from anyone else."
Karen Stratman, Host, KLPW-AM/FM, Washington, Missouri

"Annie is a wonderful interviewer who cares about her guests. She could make the Mona Lisa smile. Annie is a pleasure and a delight to work with!"
Sam Erspalmer, Host, WIMI-FM, Ironwood, Michigan

"What a great time for my listeners…Annie overflowed with energy…fun time."
Roy Justis, Host, KXIC-AM, Iowa City, Iowa

"Annie was quick with wit and great with stories no matter what curve ball we threw her! We look forward to having Annie on with us again."
Geoff, Steve & Jungle Jim, Hosts, CFGO-AM, Ottawa, Ontario

"Annie Hoffman was a great interview on our morning show. She is articulate, funny and, above all, knowledgeable about sports. We plan on having her back on our morning show real soon. Annie was so refreshing and personable; she had the phones going all morning."
Steve "Roundguy" Pilchen, Host, KGGO-FM, Des Moines, Iowa

"Annie is an all-knowing, all-breathing and an all encompassing sports babe. We love her."
Travis Buster Meyer, Host/Producer, WEJE-FM, Fort Wayne, Indiana

"Annie's a great guest. She knows her subject, does her homework, has great information and reports it in an engaging, conversational style. I'm looking forward to having her back."
Ken Johannessen, Host, KPQ-AM, Wenatchee, Washington

"Annie Hoffman was perfect for our morning show! Instead of the often 'canned sounding' presentation, she had fresh conversation with our sometimes-cantankerous host. We hope to have her back soon!"
Bobby Smittle, Producer, "Bo Mattingly Show," KREB FM/AM, Fayetteville, Arkansas

"Annie was terrific! She has great insight to the stories behind the star athletes. Sports is a personality driven business, and Annie really gave our audience a good feel for who these athlete-celebrities are. We can't wait to have Annie on again!"
Ken Boo, Host, WBOB-AM, Cincinnati, Ohio

"Annie is DA woman. She is funny, upbeat, fresh and spontaneous, a great guest for any show. We had a great time and a huge response from our listeners, and we'll keep having her back on and love the idea of having her as a regular. Annie has tons of interesting stories and an even better delivery of them."
Bill DiNicola, Host, "SportsTalk," WIZS-AM, Henderson, North Carolina

"Annie and I talked basketball, football, golf, boxing, movies and music-there's apparently nothing about sports and entertainment she doesn't understand! Her lively commentary and personal knowledge about today's big names made her a real hit with my audience."
Brenda Nelson, Host, KTLO-FM, Mountain Home, AR (part of SMN Dallas)

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