1. June 3, 2009
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing with a few kind words about Ami Judkins. I first met Ami just over 2 years
ago through a mutual friend. Ms. Judkins walked through the doors of my agency, Right
Turn to offer her services as a volunteer. Our program was experiencing growing pains
as an early, startup non-profit – Ami assisted me in developing several systems,
database, and billing procedures.
Ami is a self starter. Our program has greatly benefited from Ami’s ability to problem
solve and develop a well functioning administrative office. Her ability to solve problems
and advance our operations have been spot on. 6 months into her time working as a
volunteer, I approached the board of directors for Right Turn and convinced them that
we needed to hire Ami. We were a startup nonprofit struggling with change, needing to
reach the next level.
Ami makes the work place fun. She brings a wonderful energy to our clinic, fundraisers,
and, in a close clinical setting, provides a supportive shoulder to people receiving
services. Our client’s look up to Ami, as it is her face that greats people when waling into
the clinic.
I am not surprised to see Ami gravitate towards furthering her education. Since I have
known her I have observed her to be a hungry to learn. Ami’s drive to connect with
people and manage their needs has been a wonderful asset to her skill set.
Our agency has been put in the situation of unfortunate restructuring and layoffs. It is
with great difficulty that Ami’s position has been subject to budget cuts. I am thrilled to
see her refocus her efforts towards teaching. Ami possesses many transferable skills to
support a next step as a teacher.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Woody Giessmann LADC-I, CADAC
CEO and founder
Right Turn
Right Turn, Inc.
299 Broadway
Arlington, MA 02474
office ∙ 781-646-3800
toll free ∙ 888-578-8876
fax ∙ 781-646-3188
www.right-turn.org
A Creative Place for Recovery