“I have been extremely pleased with the contributions of CANNING Communications. James’ expertise at targeting communications messages to specific audiences has played a key role in the success of our public relations efforts. His hard work has significantly impacted the level of attention our events have garnered.”

Jason Huvaere, Producer
Movement Electronic Music Festival & Detroit Restaurant Week

“He (James) always pitched stories and knew the ones that would get in the paper…he got coverage of events that if another spokesperson would have suggested wouldn’t have become articles.”

David Josar, Reporter
The Detroit News

“James demonstrates an innate sense of the big picture.”

Rose Szwed, President
Szwed Communications

“Over the years I worked with James he always exemplified character, dependability, and leadership. He always met deadlines, always returned calls, and always was respectful for the job reporters had to accomplish. Not only did James deal with on-going stories, but he also showed his creative side by pitching other stories to cover we may not have known about.”

Karen Drew, Anchor
WDIV Channel 4

“I had an op-ed I wanted published on a recent controversial news story. I put my draft together and called Canning to help me get it published because I knew he was very media-savvy and knew the best outlet to get it published. To my delight it was on the front page (online) of the Freep.com within minutes after sending it Canning’s way.”

David Knapp, Architect
Detroit