"Jennifer Lopez’s production company chose to develop
one of David’s projects into a feature film
- because David Samson is an extremely
funny writer
and highly gifted storyteller.
From books to scripts to hilarious concepts,
David is shrewdly clever and remarkably insightful.
It would be hard to find anyone who is more witty
- or more of a pleasure to work with!"
-Bob Kosberg,
Head of the Feature Film Division
at Nash Entertainment.
He has produced and developed movies with
Brad Pitt, Charlize Theron,
Jennifer Lopez, Bruce Willis,
Ben Stiller and Arnold Schwarzenegger
for major studios including
Warner Bros and Dreamworks.
"David is a very funny, very instinctive ad guy.
He always has a different slant on solving any client's problem.
The key is that David understands the crucial link between humor and information, so that the message always remains fresh and memorable."
-Stan Becker,
Chief Creative Officer
Saatchi and Saatchi Advertising
"It was a stroke of genius!
David Samson's solution involved
only a minor investment in materials,
but resulted in what has turned out to be
a permanent increase in sales revenue
of more than 30 percent above what I had been used to.
I wish I had hired him years ago!"
-Chuck Mellon, Tony Robbins Wealth Mastery Expert
"I love
David Samson's humor:
It's cutting edge, clever, and extremely entertaining.
His work uses humor to convey important lessons.
It's savvy, sophisticated, and
can add significant value to drab content,
no matter what the media or project.
The power of David's humor
should definitely be in your arsenal
to achieve the results you want!"
-Robert W. Bly,
Author of
100 Published Books
"David Samson is one of the most creative sorts
I have ever worked with.
Not only was his advertising approach ingenious,
it was also hard-hitting and to-the-point.
Bravo!"
-Ron Davis,
Global Business Centers, Beverly Hills
"Your guidance and advice catapulted me
to the land of successful writers.
Through David Samson's help, I was able to write a proposal
that commanded the attention of many agents.
Your wit and inspiration enabled me to develop
and express my own personal writing style.
Thanks, I couldn't have done it without you."
-Dr. Debra Mandel, Author,
Healing The Sensitive Heart
"David's four panel ad layouts beautifully reflected
the charm of our Venice Beach Eco Cottages,
with eye-catching headlines
that got our green philosophy across clearly."
-Karel J., Venice Beach Eco Cottages
"The ads looked like Fine Wine Magazine ads
- but they had a real twist to them!
We appreciated your ad campaign,
and so did our visitors.
It was wonderfully cutting-edge!"
John and Carmel Whitman,
Old Creek Ranch Winery
"David is just about the funniest copywriter
I've ever worked with.
But the great response he gets from clients
is certainly no joke!"
Erica Ress Martin,
Executive Marketing Strategist
(Married to the retired CEO of Proctor & Gamble)
"The Tagline
David created
really branded me!
He was a crucial part of the team
shaping our project from the start
and always keeping our goals in mind.
His experience proved to be invaluable
and all of his talents were generously contributed
towards making our promotion a success
that was featured in major industry magazines."
-Dave Moser,
Award Winning
Portrait Photographer
"David created an amusing and timely Press Release
for his client that pulled in
over 100 responses
from media outlets
requesting interviews.
Our company worked with David
to help reach specific contacts
including TV and Radio Producers,
as well as Editors at Print Publications.
The promotion and follow-up
were an outstanding success
that we are very proud of!"
-Eileen Salmas,
Senior National Account Manager,
Stamps.com/PhotoStamps
"Through the years I have seen many
intriguing advertising concepts.
Yet I can't think of any person as effective as David
in producing witty strategies,
or who have such an electric effect on
getting their client’s customers to spend!"
-Jay Levin,
Founder of The L.A. Weekly
"David Samson wrote the funniest book I ever read.
By no small coincidence,
I also sold it."
-Frank Weimann,
Folio Literary Management
"Your contribution to my Honda Promotion
was shrewd and on-target
– the concept was just what was needed
for totally reaching our readers.
You and your great team are definitely
my go-to guys
when we need to get projects off-the-ground!"
-Ramona Cox,
Sky Chick Adventures
"David came up with the theme
that caught the eyes of potential clients.
It captured the magnitude of our business
without us coming off as arrogant or self-satisfied.
Did I mention David has a
really terrific sense of humor as well!"
-Adam Taylor,
President, APM Music
"David thinks unlike anyone you have ever met.
His wit, insight and unique ability to craft a catchy, witty,
contagious tag lines separates him from the pack.
‘Out of the box’ or ‘pushing the envelope’
doesn't begin to describe his creative process."
-Lloyd A. Silverman,
Film Producer,
Academy Award Nominated Film
"Snow Falling On Cedars"
"David’s work gets people’s immediate attention
and then keeps them focused.
As a direct response and marketing expert
with over 30 years experience,
I know how difficult that can be.
Without question,
I can say that David knows what he’s doing.
It’s much more than just being funny.
He knows how to connect
and close the deal with clients and consumers.
Now that’s big!"
-Ron Grabell,
Grabell Vaida Media Consultant
"I have known David Samson for many years.
Without question he has remained effective
through all the rapidly advancing changes
in marketing, branding,
and new client acquisition.
To me, this is tangible proof that
David must be terrific at what he does.
For consistency over time is the
real measure of success!"
-Annie Jennings,
Annie Jennings PR
"David Samson is one of the funniest,
most versatile writers around.
He has a knack for taking tough material
and making it workable!"
-Michaela Hamilton,
Executive Editor, Kensington Books
"Without a doubt, David's creative efforts
on the advertising front enhanced our visibility in the marketplace.
The coordination of all the sales and marketing materials was first rate. The images you selected were hysterical and memorable.
We're in the call center business,
but you got OUR phones to ring."
-Rob Clayman,
Secure Call Management
"I consulted with David on my book.
He is an exciting talent to work with.
With coruscating brilliance, David’s laser-intense humor
never ceases to cut through layers
of professionalism and artifice
to access the genuine heart and soul of the matter.
No one can make you laugh faster than David Samson.
His sense of humanity and irony
will delight you with laughter."
-Rochelle Ohrstrom,
Author,
Ponzi and Picasso
"Our old website was a catastrophe!
It was turning people off.
David came up with strategic Tag Lines
and Postcard Marketing
that was targeted to our market
and captured attention.
His team designed a terrific new website
with tons of Pizzazz.
The results have been terrific!
We get lots of compliments on it.
Now our website not only looks beautiful,
but also really tells the story behind our small family winery!"
-Deane & Christine Foote,
Owners, Foot Path Winery
"Speeches can be boring. Believe me I know.
As an attorney,
I’ve listened to lots of them.
However, the speech that David wrote for me
really grabbed my audience’s attention
– even had them smiling
- and I’m NOT a Funny Guy!
Luckily, David is one
and I cannot recommend him more highly!"
-Stephen Hans,
Labor and Employment Counsel,
Stephen D. Hans and Associates, NYC
"David's books are funny, informative, and great fun
for anyone who likes to laugh.
David helps others transform their ideas into expert concepts
with much greater appeal to agents and editors alike.
And that's no joke! "
-Larry Wilde,
"America's Best-Selling Humorist"
according to the New York Times
"Your brochure captured the spirit of our cage-free facility!
David and his team were very easy to work with,
and we appreciate the time you spent getting to know
why we’re really better than other pet-boarding businesses."
-Kris & Brian,
Owners, Paradise Ranch Pet Resort
"Even though I've written twelve books,
David Samson is still one of the first people I talk to
when I must have professional, useful insights.
He makes everything clearer, brighter, and sharper,
particularly in the humor department!"
-P. Cooper,
Best-Selling Author
"I am a founding member of the Firesign Theatre.
I've been nominated for three Grammy awards
for Best Comedy Albums.
I am really, really funny --
oh yes, and so are you David!
Had a BLAST
working with you
on the book
"Doom With A View!"
-Peter Bergman
Award Winning Humorist
"I didn't think it could be done.
But David Samson took the uncomfortable subject
of Long Term Care Insurance
and made it something witty and irresistible.
I've used David's creative services
in different media, as well as in sales materials,
and his ideas always gets a big chuckle from my clients.
More importantly, it gets me a checks from them!"
-Philip Reinstein,
Capital Dynamics Insurance Specialists
"You're entire point-of-view is very interesting
and lots of fun.
David Samson's smart and clever approach
truly appeals to clients,
– especially those who have a brain! "
-Patrica Fripp,
Past President,
National Speakers Association of America
"Totally out-of-the-box thinking.
I love all your creativity!
You uniquely illustrated the dilemmas
of maintaining integrity in the work place!"
-Jacob Blass,
President,
Ethical Advocates
"David supplied the BEST answer
we've ever received from any marketing organization.
As a result of his efforts, two of our products,
Professional Speaking for the Clueless
and Self-Publishing for the Clueless
have been adopted by Toastmasters International
plus added to their international catalog
for distribution through 11,000 Toastmasters Clubs
throughout the world.
So it's no wonder that we recommend David
- his campaigns are making us money!"
-Mike Rounds,
Rounds, Miller and Associates
"David Samson's input and expertise truly helped
accelerate the process of my book becoming a reality.
I can’t thank him enough
for all your time assisting me on this project.
Working with David Samson was memorable pleasure!"
-Dr. Suzanne Lopez,
Author,
The Smart Heart,
Putnam Books
"In my business, we're not talking just hammers and nails.
We're talking about renovating a family’s entire home.
I needed people to understand my design philosophy.
With David's superb Direct Mail campaign,
he communicated my point-of-view
powerfully and cleverly!"
-Jeff Nott,
Nott & Associates
"The experience of working with David Samson
should not be missed,
because it definitely is an experience
working with him!"
-Denice Silvestro,
Executive Editor,
Berkeley Publishing
"Business litigation is a highly specialized area.
David distilled a number of key points
into eye-catching print advertising.
The ads were both clever and cautionary
– what could happen if you didn’t hire
the best attorney to protect your company
and your vital interests.
David took a complex message
and made it bold and simple.
Targeting potential clients so that they could clearly understand
the benefits of working with me
as soon as possible."
-Mark Anchor Albert ESQ.
Mark Anchor Albert & Associates,
Business Litigation Lawyers,
Los Angeles, CA
"Over the years, I've referred dozens
of photographers plus illustrators,
commercial directors and production houses to David.
Without exception, they all praised the promotional results,
and that in turn made me look really good."
-Ian Summers,
Heartstorming
"The best!
David Samson's rather unique writing approach
is definitely consistent with tons of creativity."
-Thomas Safran,
Thomas Safran and Associates
"We worked with David on a Book Project.
Then David garnered strong interest from a
major TV and Film Production Company
in Hollywood, CA.
for a Prime Time Show based on the book.
David is smart, professional, and
knows how to put a sellable package together!
He has both integrity
and a great sense of humor.
I truly enjoyed the time we worked together,
and look forward to future opportunities."
-William Liss Levinson,
PhD. Vice-President
- Castle Connolly Top Doctors,
a division of
Everyday Health Group, NYC
"Thanks David for all your services and professional advice.
I absolutely LOVE your talent
and will absolutely recommend you
at every opportunity!"
-Debbie Robins,
Huffington Post
"David brings an extraordinary
amount of wit to the table.
Plus he never lets his humor overshadow
the crucial strategic message."
-Gene Taylor,
Executive Creative Director,
Campbell-Ewald, NYC.
"David Samson is a true original
with a KILLER wit!"
-Jackie Austin,
Pulitzer Prize Nominee