TESTIMONIALS
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Mackenzie Symmes made a very positive impression on me very early on after meeting her at Beck's Hybrids. I was the newly appointed Director of Practical Farm Research and Mackenzie was the Sign Shop Manager. I learned that she aspired to working in the Marketing Department and more specifically in graphic design. She had taken this position to get her foot in the door at Beck's, hoping her contagious, always positive attitude, and her second to none work ethic would get her noticed. It most certainly did! I quickly promoted Mackenzie out of the sign shop to take the lead on the design of the 400+ page Practical Farm Research publication. Her creative interpretation for the direction this publication helped simplify the communication of agronomic research data into a farmer-friendly resource. Mackenzie's design skills were noticed by others as she began to assist on projects in other departments. I knew Mackenzie needed to be continually challenged with more technical work and to be able to follow her creative passion after seeing the outcome of a special project. I simply cannot say enough about how proud I am of Mackenzie and could not give a stronger letter of recommendation. I have no doubt that she will succeed in anything she sets her heart to.
— RYAN M. —
YIELD INNOVATIONS
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With a unique creative background and diverse set of experiences, Mackenzie will be a valuable member of any design team. Humor and harmony, style and grace reflect her design abilities and character. She is thoughtful and detailed in tackling design issues, investigating resources, and assembling presentations. Mackenzie's passion to improve the built environment, and the lives of the inhabitants, is easily seen and felt in her solutions. Space planning and selections are logical, creative, and organized, just like her.
— CYNTHIA H. —
BALL STATE UNIVERSITY
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Mackenzie has a true gift for design and research. She can tackle any challenge set before her and does it with confidence, thoroughness, and creativity. She has the capacity to engage in high level content and is a great brainstormer. She will no doubt be one of the most successful in the design industry due to her capacity to engage in critical, technical, and creative thinking. Her design knowledge is hinged on a creative background in marketing, graphics, and business. She has an edge on most due to her versatile professional background. Her interdisciplinary approach to design is unlike anyone I have encountered.
— SARAH A. —
BALL STATE UNIVERSITY
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She was never afraid to take calculated risks and often looked for new directions or strategies for our team to explore. Mackenzie was instrumental in developing a project management process for our team and was always committed to growing and inspiring those around her. Having naturally fallen into the role of "point person" on numerous projects, she was the one that many went to with questions or ideas. She was a go-to for many when we needed constructive feedback or a boost in morale, as she always looked for the positives in every situation. Not only does she face every challenge head-on, but she does it with a smile on her face and grace in her heart.
— MAGGIE H. —
BECK’S HYBRIDS
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She is organized, eager to learn, and extremely talented in every aspect of design. Mackenzie will seek perfection, but not let it hinder her progress. She will push you to be better and in turn ask for the same. No matter the task or the challenge, Mackenzie will take it head on with optimism and determination.
— SHAWN S. —
BECK’S HYBRIDS
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She is an excellent problem solver, project coordinator, and is meticulous with details. Her design eye is one of the best I have see in my 30+ years of working in marketing. Her level of taste is high and timeless, and I would trust her with any project I had. She is a genuine, honest person and the best team member you would want on your team. She will bring creativity, innovation, excellent design skills, and positive attitude.
— MARYBETH P. —
BECK’S HYBRIDS
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She radiated a calm, objective maturity, attentiveness to business objectives and a top-tier service mindset. Mackenzie was always solution-oriented; delivering the most creative designs to meet the objective at hand. At the same time, she was confident enough in her abilities to suggest alternatives when she saw a conflict. She approached each situation, each personality and each project uniquely with sensitivity and a refreshing perspective. Mackenzie is particularly adept in design with a purpose and intuitive professionalism that is lacking in many people with much more experience.
— KEM M. —
GRANGER COMMUNITY CHURCH