“Abryana was an absolute pleasure to work with. I have never been in a situation where I was facing a career change until this year. With her help and guidance, I gained the knowledge and confidence to jump both feet in to my new career in a completely new industry. She helped me see my strengths that were transferable from my old career to my new one. Her consistent check ins and encouragement were more helpful than I can explain. I am very thankful for the guidance and assistance she provided throughout this season of my life.” - MC

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Donna in support of this mission. She has tremendous passion to serve, always upbeat & positive, performs work in a strength-based manner, and is collaborative, creative and hard working. She has assisted multiple Vermonters with their path toward competitive employment and always seeks out solutions with their best interest at heart. Additionally, she has tremendous experience related to business and legislative outreach. Her ability to communicate and present effectively advocates for disability awareness and her approach is always relationships based, carefully considering all points of view. She brings value to the business community in many ways, from recognition of their work with employees managing disability to assisting with their staffing needs. Her legislative outreach provides the appropriate committees the necessary information to make informed decisions related to funding priorities & program support.” -Nathan Piper, Business, Legislative & Community Relations Coordinator at State of Vermont- Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

"Brit was working with me for almost a year and I would like to let you know that it was my most difficult time, dealing with the physical and psychological pain that injury caused. I was blessed that I had a chance to work with Brit, she is the most professional and caring person that I ever met. She put full effort and time to help me as much as she possibly could." -NH

“Donna is whip smart, hardworking and is someone who can always be relied on for professionalism of the highest order. She is a person who gets good things done, period.” Diane Zeigler, Business Development Professional

“Brit worked tirelessly to help me identify and reach my employment goal. It’s clear that she wants to help.” -TL

“Brit is the best Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) and one of the most dedicated professionals I have had the chance to work with. Four years ago, I lost my job due to a work injury and Brit was assigned as my VRC. I knew the road to a new job would be challenging due to my very specific technical training, but Brit’s support and candor made the path easier.” -MA

“Abryana was amazing in helping me in this journey. Abryana is very knowledgeable of work that she does. All I can say is thank you so much Abryana for making this experience so much easier to get through.” A.B.

“I highly recommend Donna, her work and aptitude is among the best. I’ve worked with her on the Governor’s Committee for People with Disabilities for over a year. She provides great detail, suggestions, and insight on political issues that affect employees who have disabilities. She also makes homemade fried chicken, which is a huge plus.” -Alex Brett, Sales at Business People and Governor’s Committee for People with Disabilities

“I was responsible for the management of comp claims at a mid-market company and Donna Curtin was a critical part of our claims management strategy. Donna has that rare ability to deftly balance respectful empathy for individual employees with the practical concerns of employers. She appreciates, as few in the industry do, that workers compensation is not a zero-sum game, but a process that works best when employer and employee are engaged and collaborating, working toward the same end. She knows the process inside and out, and I simply can’t say enough to recommend her. Adjusters, employers, claims managers: if you have a tricky comp claim, Donna can add value to your process and help you find the light at the end of the tunnel.” -Christopher Bond, Senior Assistant Attorney General

“I had the good fortune to have Brit assist me as a I began the arduous journey back to work. Her years of experience translated into formidable expertise understanding the rules and regulations of the return to work process. She was an attentive, intuitive listener, was available as stated, was efficient and thorough in her research, leaving no idea or stone unturned. She was both practical and always positive when informing and assisting with the next step forward.” -MD

“Brit was knowledgeable and accessible, and listened to my goals as I prepared to return to work.” -DR

“I was fortunate to have worked with Donna the early years of her career when she coordinated placement services at Goodwill - 1995-1999. Her success wasn't only coming from her "toolbox" with the "tools of the trade" but from her core reflecting on her bright and expressive face. From compassion to concern to thoughtfulness, one could easily see her genuine and respect she had for those she worked with and for. It was a sincere loss when she departed and I believe a strong gain to where she went to. It was a positive professional experience to have known her that added to the mosaic of my work as a vocational rehabilitation counselor. I firmly believe that she only has improved as the years went by. Thank you, Donna!” -Theodora Kalfopoulous, Changing Gears

“I first met Donna at Green Mountain Cross Fit and was instantly in awe of her personal strength, stamina and genuine support of fellow athletes. I quickly learned that these attributes were not limited to her amazing life in fitness, but extended far beyond in her professional life, family commitment and care for her community. To know and work with Donna is a true opportunity to discover all that possible in yourself. Her ability to be strategic in thought, tenacious in commitment and guided by what is simply the right thing to do and be, makes her one of the brightest gems of our community. I would highly recommend Donna as the person you want on your team to not only get something done, but to far exceed your expectations of success.” -Tawanya Kristen, CEO at Green Mountain United Way

“Brit navigates the complexities of the worker’s compensation system while striving to truly see and understand the role of all parties. She is knowledgeable of the rules and is a strong advocate for her clients. She works hard to build rapport and to become a trusted partner in the process of facilitating return to work.” -AG

“I couldn’t have returned to work without Brit and her positive attitude.” -ES

“Brit McKenna is an intelligent, resourceful and compassionate professional. I felt very comfortable working with her.” -GD

“Brit McKenna is the best! She explains things to you in ways you can understand. She responds to your email, text or even phone messages very quickly. I highly recommend her!” -CL

“Great people make a great company.”

“The tandem team is very professional. They offer prompt communication, and are an employee advocate within reasonable DOL guidelines.”

“Abryana was a wonderful counselor, always very professional and supportive, a pleasure to work with.” -J.L.

“Talented, responsive, enjoyable to work with VR professionals.”

“Responsive and great partners. I am new to Vermont claims and I appreciate the dedication and resourcefulness of the counselor. We had a really great outcome based on her efforts.”

“Tandem is a group of very competent, intelligent, and personable professionals. They are responsive to the issue at hand and provide creative ways to move employees back into the workforce.”

"Abryana was a wonderful counselor, always very professional and supportive, a pleasure to work with."

Ms. Woods was very helpful to me, she was very understanding and oh so much help. I feel that she went above and beyond her responsibilities as a worker, she helped me fill out applications and forms, and even took the time to fill out forms and applications for me both with me and on her own. Couldn't ask for a better person to work with. It was a long road, almost 2 years I think, and in that time I feel like not only was she there as a worker, but also as a support, friend and an influencer. Can't say enough about Ms. Woods, and will surely miss working with her, anyone who has her for a worker, and truly wants to get a job and get going with things has no excuse not to if they are dedicated. I thank you Ms. Woods for everything you did for me. You are awesome. -JB

Donna was my ray of sunshine in my darkest hours. She always made me feel valued and heard. I would have never made it through my long worker compensation case without her. - BD

Brit was great! I feel very fortunate to have been placed with her. She was professional, knowledgeable and just an all around good person. -TR

The support during my recovery and while job hunting was unwavering and incredibly helpful! I felt encouraged and supported the entire time. It was amazing how Abryana would point out skills I had that weren’t necessarily apparent to me, and she was so positive. -LG

“After working with Abryana…I feel more prepared and informed of my options. I really couldn't have asked for better support than I received from Abryana.” -CLG

"My counselor, Donna Curtin, not only helped me with re-employment services and educational opportunities, she also was extremely empathetic and supportive in her response to my work injury and personal situation. She wasn't just talking the talk, she was doing whatever it took to actually help. Her knowledge of resources and contacts is amazing! I felt very well supported and am so grateful! And coworkers who have her as a counselor have shared very good experiences as well." MMM