Spokespeople & Spokespets

Adam Herbert

Dr. Herbert's career illustrates his strong commitment to public service. In 1974, he became one of 15 White House Fellows in the Ford Administration serving as special assistant to the U.S. Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare. Following the fellowship year, he served as special assistant to the U.S. Undersecretary of Housing and Urban Development and subsequently as director of research for the Joint Center for Political Studies in Washington, D.C.

Born in Muskogee, Oklahoma, Herbert earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science in 1966 and a Master of Public Administration degree in 1968 from the University of Southern California. He received his Doctor of Philosophy degree in urban affairs and public administration from the University of Pittsburgh in 1971.

Dusty (pictured in this ad here with Adam) was Dr. Herbert's precious dog for many years. Dusty sadly passed away earlier this year, but had a long and happy life with the Herberts. Adam and his terrific wife Karen are the proud parents of Bentley the schnauzer, the Herberts' other wonderful dog. He loves to play on IU's campus and snack on dog treats.

Malcolm Abrams

Abrams' career consists of a position as Editor in Chief of Spa Finder, interim Editor in Chief of Architectural Record and contributions to successful magazines such as Ladies' Home Journal, Longevity and Parents. His work has been syndicated by both the New York Times and the Los Angeles Times, and Architectural Record went on to win a National Magazine Award for editorial excellence. For nine years, he worked for Rupert Murdoch, first as Managing Editor of the Star and then as Vice President/Editorial Director of Murdoch Business Magazines.

Abrams received a B.A. in journalism from Wayne State University in Detroit, and has worked in publishing in Canada and New York City for 40 years. His career shows excellence in writing and editing, and Bloom Magazine shows his commitment to Bloomington and a desire to make a positive impact on the community.

One of the community members who has felt his positive impact is Sophie, his wonderful dog whom he and wife Jenny rescued from the City of Bloomington Animal Shelter. Abrams knew Sophie was the dog for him when she paid almost no attention to him at their first meeting. Sophie enjoys napping and gazing out the window with her two cat roommates. She aspires to one day become a leading contributor to Bloom Magazine.

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