Alicia Doyle is a seasoned writer with 19 years experience that began with newspaper journalism.
Alicia has covered a range of topics, from crime to sports to special education. With an affinity for human interest stories, she has written hundreds of thousands of articles about inspirational people, places, events, organizations and experiences.
A nationally-known freelance writer, Alicia specializes in Good News – stories about programs, efforts and people from all walks of life that make a positive impact on the world. This vision is reflected in her live talk radio segment, The Human Condition, which airs on The Judge Wyld Show on KAVD 103.1 FM, based in Colorado.
A man without limbs who gives motivational talks, a 90-year-old skydiver, a 100-year-old peacemaker, a 15-year-old deaf pianist and a camp for cancer patients are just a few examples of the scope and impact of her vocation.
Organizations that praise Alicia's work include Councils on Aging, Convalescent Centers, Boys & Girls Clubs, Hospice & Home Support Groups, Women's Support Groups, Wellness Communities, Senior Centers, Schools, Rotary Clubs, Churches, School Districts, City Councils, Foster Homes and Assisted Living Facilities.
Many of Alicia's stories are picked up by the television media, including a couple who celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary, and appeared on the Jay Leno Show as a result of Alicia's story.
Her work has appeared in the Los Angeles Times, San Diego Union Tribune, Los Angeles Daily News, Ventura County Star, Personal Transformation Magazine, Mi Estrella, Los Angeles Business Journal, The Larchmont Chronicle, Your Health Connection Magazine, Santa Clarita Living Magazine, and numerous other print and online publications.
August 10, 2007: God works in mysterious ways, and one of those ways was Alicia Doyle. Because she cared enough to take the time to write an article about a store with care and devotion and much needed information, she was able to help one family and one special little girl named Kalista to have and keep that stubbornness, self confidence and happy attitude that she was born to have.
Juan Bernal, whose daughter lost her hair to an uncommon disease.
December 18, 2009: As always, Alicia, you always capture the heart of the person or the story you are writing about. I do not have to worry about misquotes or something being made up for a story. Thank you for using the gift in which you have to spotlight the good that is going on in this world, when there is so much negative happening. All the MJ Fans appreciate your heart to understand their love for Michael Jackson as well as their dedication to give in his memory and that this is a mission to make a difference. Toys are coming in and we thank you for your story.
Mikaeli King, founder of
www.fwbmd4mj.org
December 12, 2009: Hi Alicia: You did a great job with our article that came out today! I mean it. I know I sent you home with a lot of info but you managed to cover every topic I asked you to highlight for us! And there were a lot of them. We started getting calls first thing this morning telling us it was a great article and asking for the zip code to mail us some donations. So please know that you really helped us. You do great work, you do what you say you will, you never "misquote" me or get information messed up. When I first took this job in May people said, be very careful with the press, they don't always write what you think they are going to write, but you certainly do. Thank you so much for all you've done for us.
Sherry Brockus, executive director, Humane Society of Ventura County
May 2, 2008: Thank you so much for the excellent coverage of our group in the Ventura County Star on April 11th. We received many inquiries and many more individuals have become involved with us as a result. Everyone who has read the article has remarked on how good it was. I greatly appreciate your contribution to our efforts to help more people suffering with depression.
Vincent F. Caimano, Ph.D.,Conejo Valley Depression Support Group
January 3, 2008: Thank you for the article about my daughter. It is well written &
factually accurate...she has worked hard and I'm delighted to see her
getting recognition for her efforts.
Amy West, mother of Allyson West,
founder of the California Re-Entry Program.
May 20, 2008: I
just wanted to thank you so much for running the wonderful article on
my program that came out on Mother's Day in the Arts & Living
section. The response I got was so amazing that I was able to startup
another class of 11 women! I received about 20 calls from that article
& I can't thank you enough!! It was the best feedback I've ever got
from any form of advertising that I've done in the past!
Shana Daniels
founder, Body & Life Makeover
August 31, 2007: I want to let you know how much I appreciated your article. The article
may have grabbed the attention of a goodly (is that word used anymore?)
number of readers. I've been bombarded with people, some of whom I
hardly know and none of whom knew an article about me was coming out.
They all exclaimed about how good it was.
November 8, 2007: The Auction Committee just met and were thrilled with your wonderful coverage of our upcoming event. Thank you for your time, energy and writing talent in showcasing the Boys &Girls Club of Ventura. You are greatly appreciated!
Nancy Gregg, Director of Development
Boys& Girls of Ventura
April 09, 2008: Thank you Thank you Thank you! You wrote a wonderful article. I am so pleased. We have had a real need for some press lately and this really fits the bill. Your writing is excellent and you have no idea what this will do for us. I hope you can write for us again. You are top notch reporter.
Bill Benson
Artistic Director/Conductor
Conejo Valley Youth Orchestras
April 30, 2008: I continue to receive phone calls and positive comments regarding your fine article printed last Monday.Again, thank you very much.
Walt Robbins, Chairman
Camarillo Council on Aging
Susan Gerrard
Director of Marketing
Museum of Ventura County
June 26, 2008: I just got off the phone with the folks at Junior Blind of America and they were thrilled with your profile of Joel Mueller and the Junior Blind Olympics. I just wanted to thank you for that wonderful story.
Emily Ruyle
The Rogers Group
February 20, 2008: I wanted to thank you for the wonderful article that was in today’s paper regarding Johnny Williams and the Ventura Family YMCA. It is so nice to have one of our lead volunteers recognized for the great work hat he is doing.
Amy Bailey Sr.
Director of Marketing and Programs
Ventura Family YMCA
October 18, 2007: My goodness! What an amazing article you wrote about Karen shaving her head! Everyone has told me it brought tears to their eyes - including the guys! Your writing technique and layout perfectly described our mission to our community and I can't thank you enough! We have already buzzed a new clients' hair and she felt safe to come to us.
Rochelle Scott, owner
Godiva's Secret Wigs and Godiva's After Dark
March 23, 2007: I wanted to thank you for the wonderful article that you wrote about Music for Heart. I really appreciate your efforts.
Frank Littman
Agoura Hills / Oak Park Rotary Club
June 29, 2008: In case there was ever any doubt in your minds, people do read the B-section of the Star. Counting two babies in backpacks, we had 50people show up for the native plant hike on Saturday!!! That's the largest turnout I've ever had. Thanks to Alicia for a well-written,accurate, obviously inviting article. They came from all over the county and the vast majority raised their hands when I asked how many had learned about it from the Star. Thanks so much for bringing everyone together for an outdoor activity and environmental cause that apparently was filling a need in Ventura County.
Lanny Kaufer
May 9, 2008
Congratulations on your two recent articles featuring Nicole Cabell.
Both Nicole and her mother were thrilled upon reading them. In
addition, your work was very well received by those involved with the
City Council, School District, and Ventura Music Festival. Thank you
once again for your professionalism. Each person you came in contact
with (Cheryl Heitmann, Mayor Christy Weir, Nicole and our firm, among
others) pass our congratulations and appreciation to you for helping to
make this 14th season of the Ventura Music Festival one its most
successful ever!
Tina Vervoorn
Manager, Public Relations
Consortium Media Services
July 30, 2008
Great article today on the YESS!
Program. I just wanted to say thank-you so much for highlighting a program that
yields GREAT results for our youth!!
Erin Antrim,
Boys and Girls Clubs
of Greater
Friday, July 11, 2008
THANK
YOU so much for all you are doing to help Pet Lovers in Ventura learn
how to better help their pets! My phone was literally ringing off the
hook today thanks to your article on my upcoming Pet First-Aid &
CPR Class.
