“When the Waco Tribune-Herald was challenged, due to a change in ownership, with developing a complete new website in 6 months, we thought it was manageable. We were wrong. It was so much more involved than we could have imagined. But we knew a resource, John Reetz. We called upon his expertise, and he was kind enough to help guide us in the right direction. As the weeks passed, it became obvious if we were to meet our deadline, we needed John’s involvement in an official capacity. John was hired as a consultant to aid us in meeting our goal. One word - Success. John kept us on our timeline, brought in vendors that we weren’t even aware of, and did so with an affable and energetic style. His attention to detail, knowledge of the vendors, and industry contacts was invaluable. The project would not have been nearly as seamless without him. Thanks to John for stepping in and making organization out of chaos.”

Donna Tadlock, CFO, Waco Tribune-Herald

“When I took the helm of two small community newspapers, I knew we had to quickly get up to speed online. We had a small staff, no equipment and few online skills. But we had two things that made all the difference - enthusiasm and COXnet. John Reetz and his staff gave us tutorial, equipment, encouragement and never made us feel that we were less important than the big metros. John is the epitome of the gracious gentleman, visionary and creative, intelligent and available to dissect any problem.”

Kira Lisa Warren, Editor, Cox Ohio Publishing

“John is a true entrepreneur and a visionary leader, who always dares his team to think bigger.”

Jennifer Simonds, VP, Audience and Business Development at U.S. News & World Report:

“John Reetz is a strong leader who encourages people around him to give that extra effort necessary to get the job done. He has a wide range of leadership experience in the newspaper and online news business. Leaders need to make the tough decisions and John has always been willing to make the tough decisions that help initiatives move forward.”

Jim Davis, Director, Technology & Operations, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

“John is one of those consummate professionals who is keenly aware of the many facets that are required for success. He is known as a person who gets things done. Whether it is a start-up situation or leading an existing organization, John is well suited to provide the leadership required to move the unit to success. His tenacious drive to succeed infects all of those around him and enables him to be an effective leader for any organization.”

Ron Smoak, Principal at R. A. Smoak & Associates

“Words of colleagues with whom you have shared so much are the greatest testament to a job well done. That so many people would say so many honest and wonderful things about you is proof of that. It has been an honor to be your colleague. For I knew any work that contained your “byline” would be work upon which everyone could rely. It’s always been that way with you. May it always remain that way.”

Jay Smith, Retired President, Cox Newspapers