Societal Note: The China books and articles sampled below were produced during a different phase in China's modern development, a somewhat more positive time. My objective then was to encourage greater domestic and international awareness. (Press, propaganda and pretty pictures.)
More Media
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Following are some general and specific areas of expertise in other aspects of my work.
Archived portfolio examples at LandNett.com:
- Authoring
- Journalism
- Photojournalism
- Newsletters
- Editorial Consulting
- Reporting
- Opinion
- Web Direction, Content and Image
- SEO
- Photography / Video
- Speechwriting and Consultation
- Books and Magazines
- Screenplays
- Commercial Real Estate Marketing –
> Websites, PDF Publications, Constant Contact
Lowell Bennett
After more than 15 years self-employed in business and communications in San Francisco, in 2005 I accepted a contract as an editorial consultant with China's largest publishing house. This marked the beginning of an extended term of global residency. After five years based in Beijing and traveling much of China, I traveled across and resided in nearly all the nations of Southeast Asia, with occasional work assignments taking me back to China, Europe and the US. More recently, I traveled and did business in Central America, primarily in Nicaragua and Costa Rica. I am a businessman as well as an award-winning writer and photographer, and I am the author of two photojournalism books on China, a recently completed novel, several screenplays, inflight magazine articles and numerous other works of fiction and nonfiction. A core part of practice in business communications is the electronic, print and presentational marketing of high-dollar commercial real estate. I now reside in Holland with my (Dutch) wife and young daughter.
Client Quotes
"Lowell Bennett created for Glycostem the media kit materials we now rely on to represent our company around the world. From the writing and editing of journalism style content, press releases, bios, company overviews and newsletters, to graphic design and shooting photographs of our staff, executives and lab operations, both his work product and his business conduct was highly professional. The fact that his offices are here at Pivot Park is a big bonus, making things very convenient. … For any company in need of English language communications materials, design, marketing, PR or photography, I would highly recommend Lowell Bennett and his company, GenTac."
TJ
CEO, Glycostem, A Cellular Immunotherapy Life Sciences Company"Lowell Bennett's range of talent extends from the journalistic to the creative and diplomatic. . . . Serving together with an international-level publishing house based in Beijing, a large part of our job was being a part of press delegation missions across China. Press conferences and liaison with business people and government officials at varying levels were a large part of the mission. Lowell excelled at these often extemporaneous, off-the-cuff performances. . . . I recall one particular assignment in and around Nanjing, when Lowell was sort of sandbagged by local officials. Our group walked into what we thought would be a routine (and dull) meeting with the mayor only to confront about 75 Chinese journalists and photographers, a bank of TV cameras and lighting at the center of everything. Turns out it was a major regional press conference, no advance warning or opportunity to prep, and they had Lowell seated at the lead position next to the mayor, all cameras and press people focused on them. He pulled it off professionally, effectively and elegantly. . . . And his writing and photography skills are exceptional."
MS
Special Correspondent Bloomberg BNA, Contributor to MIT Technology Review and Others, Shenzhen, China"Mr. Bennett has demonstrated strong professionalism. . . . He is able to perform the job well also because of his good understanding of Chinese culture and history. Indeed, one of the stories he wrote, "Solid Stone - Soft Snow -Treading the Short Path in a Changing China", won him a CIPG "Best Article". . . . an honor given out to only five of a thousand articles published in over 20 magazines published by CIPG each year."
HY
Vice President, China International Publishing Group"I met Lowell in 2009 and he has since been a great service to me on numerous occasions. He has assisted me in directing the production of websites and website content, the writing of my professional biography, the writing of magazine articles about me, and other writings for and about the food and beverage industry. We also worked together on the formulation and marketing of unique new food and beverage concepts, including restaurants and nightclubs. . . . He is a very talented and creative guy and has a great head for business and numbers. . . . On a personal level, I appreciate his integrity, wit and good humor. . . . I would recommend Lowell Bennett and his business, GenTac, to any company considering taking advantage of his professional services."
CA
Executive Chef, Six Senses Yao Noi / Group Executive Chef, Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas"His work has significantly factored into the past and ongoing success of our firm. Numerous multi-million-dollar transactions were more expeditiously realized by marketing packages produced by Mr. Bennett, and through the website, www.mrecommercial.com. By virtue of its streamlined delivery of information, interactive tools and high relevant rankings in search engines, most importantly Google. . . . Also of great benefit, when producing print and web marketing materials is Mr. Bennett's quick grasp and understanding of business matters. . . . "
EH
President, MRE Commercial Real Estate"Our mutual clients included internationally renowned companies like Goodyear. Publicis Technology and Schweitzer AG. Mr. Bennett's work was always exceptional and he exhibited unwavering and dedicated attention to the project at hand. . . . Our clients were extremely satisfied with the eventual product and, personally, I have enjoyed our professional association."
MS
Writer, Editor and Author"Lowell Bennett's professional acquaintance with our firm dates to 2001. I personally consulted with Mr. Bennett and successfully concluded various issues of business, law and communications. Further, Mr. Bennett directed the development of this firm's website. . . . In realizing our mutual objectives in business, communications and web strategies, Mr. Bennett's performance has proved exceptional. He rapidly and responsibly accomplished all goals while maintaining very high standards of quality. Mr. Bennett has always been very attentive, be is an excellent writer, and he has high ethical standards."
LB
Partner, Redenbacher and Brown, LLP"I think I can say with certainty that Mr. Bennett is the most talented and valuable person to fill the position in the 55 years that [the magazine] has been published. Each and every article he edited (more than 1,300 in four-and-a-half years) improved beyond the original Chinese language text -- both in terms of structure, effectiveness of message, and thematic content. . . . Further, in his role as editorial consultant, he has provided important, and at times vital, guidance on matters of cultural perception and editorial standards. His consultation proved crucial in achieving goals and, at times, prevented potentially damaging errors. . . . "
WY
Editor, China International Publishing Group"Additionally, separate from the client-consultant association, it has been my pleasure to read Lowell's articles and editorial commentaries. In my opinion, his magazine work, ranging from subjects of business to culture and travel, are entertaining and informative. . . . His commentaries, his personal perspective writings on world affairs and politics, are very informative, insightful and wryly amusing."
RM
Owner, Mills Company"In all professional and occupational respects, Mr. Bennett proved highly competent, very resourceful and extremely creative. Among other projects, he generated a great deal of creative and business writings. He also oversaw the total development of, and personally conceived of all content for [website]. . . . "
JC
Partner, Classic Restoration"In addition to responding to our specific requests, Mr. Bennett took it upon himself to carry out additional improvements and refinements in design and content. His initiative and the resulting refinements were appreciated, and the added tasks were accomplished at the previously agreed upon fee. We at Redenbacher and Brown would recommend Lowell Bennett to any firm considering his services."
GR
Partner, Redenbacher and Brown, LLP"In all respects he has performed in an outstanding manner. Every member of our firm has ether directly or indirectly benefited from his talent, creativity and ability to get the job done."
RO
Partner, MRE Commercial Real Estate"Lowell E. Bennett has carried out a variety of writing and web development services for my firm and my family. In matters personal and business, for us he has accomplished many objectives. . . . He bas an extraordinary ability to quickly grasp core issues, concurrently develop innovative strategies and effectively accomplish goals. . . . His business insight, writing and ability to realize objectives has proved a real asset to our business and my family."
JA
President, Pacific Regional Group"For more than 10 years I have known and worked with Lowell Bennett. . . . Mr. Bennett's past work has included a variety of communications, marketing and management functions. In these occupational endeavors he has consistently exhibited a high level of competence and professionalism."
AL
President, Alco Investments"Also, he handled the photography for that site and other assignments. The website was a key component of the marketing program for our 68-unit housing development. . . . "
DJ
President, TampaCorp"Lowell is an immensely talented photographer and writer. His focus, dedication, and attention to detail showcase his clients "story" in an appealing, desirable fashion that attracts readers to his artistic photography and engaging literary style. Lowell's vast experience in China combined with his keen awareness of American tastes, provide a unique bridge to gripping readers with his first hand knowledge and gripping narrative. Lowell is a master of his craft and worthy of ably serving your publication."