"I have been working with Jud and Elevated Magazines for over 7 years and am consistently impressed at how all expectations are exceeded in delivering superior quality and magnificent content at the highest possible level of quality and service. The Magazines are spectacular, and Elevated consistently goes above and beyond to provide my brands (Akillis, L. Leroy, Perrelet, Giulliono Mazzouli, D. Candaux) with as many opportunities as possible to engage with its readers in its pages, via social media, etc."
- Arnauld Lapierre, Equation of Time
"With clients in the luxury market, trust is non-negotiable for me. I’ve been placing creative in the Elevated portfolio for several years, and there was never an occasion to do anything but pat myself on the back for the work that Jud and his team do to, yes, elevate my important brands. They are pros, friendly and accommodating, but professional first and insistent on the highest standards. Your brand is safe with Elevated Magazines."
- Travis Simmons, for Sonoma Cast Stone and Sonoma Forge
"Jud, with your professionalism and pure enthusiasm, you are a blessing on the Casablanca journey. We are entering our 5th year of collaboration, and being part of the Elevated family allows Casablanca to leave its mark on the world of luxury and quintessence. Rock & Roll, Jud!"
- Evelyne Mondou, Casablanca Sandy Lane Barbados
https://casablancabarbados.com/
"When searching for a place to promote your brand in front of an "Elevated" audience, this is the place.
Jud and team have created the sexiest publications on the market. Always quick to respond and their end product never disappoints"
- Reyne Hirsch, Dallas Auction Gallery
https://dallasauctiongallery.com/
“Jud, Thank you for your continued support and generosity to Casablanca. Your enthusiasm for helping us showcase our villa and its experience is contagious. Your availability and kindness are such that promoting the villa becomes an agreement between friends and not just a business relationship. Casablanca looks so pretty in the pages of your dream magazine that I like to call it my adult Christmas list; Thanks to you and your team.”
- Evelyne Mondou, The Casablanca Team, Casablanca Sandylane Barbados
https://casablancabarbados.com/
"Impressive and exceptional aren't enough to describe Elevated Magazines and the services that Jud provides. We have worked with them for several years and every time they exceed our expectations. Beautifully published magazines with great editorial are few and far between these days, but Elevated continues to grow and push editorial boundaries."
- Rachel Madison Hill, BMP Beverly Hills
https://www.bmpbeverlyhills.com/
"My friends at Elevated never disappoint Daniel George! We regularly run ads and features in their group of high end luxury magazines; both hard copies and digitally. We receive very positive feedback as well as a decent ROI. That’s all we could ask for but furthermore, we enjoy reading the magazines when they arrive. Many publications have cheapened their production and I formerly enjoyed many luxury magazines over the years that I have since cancelled as the pages are thin and of poor quality. As an advertiser, our ads are always well placed and released when promised. I’m always impressed with the quality and production of their product, thus a glowing review!"
- Daniel George Custom Clothier
“Working with Jud and Dawn on elevating my marketing to the next level over the last 18 months has been both a pleasure and very rewarding. Their sense of style, graphic acumen, and targeted messaging is state-of-the art. I really appreciate being able to advertise across their diverse platforms--whether print or digital, the presentation and content are second to none.”
- Bob Pennypacker, Healdsburg Sotheby’s International Realty, REALM
https://www.bobpennypacker.com/
“You guys are the best money I have spent this year!”
- Camille Abbott, Broker Associate, Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty, Austin, TX
"You guys are AMAZING! Your marketing is absolutely amazing. Every single magazine, every time that I give these to our clients, and I love the diversity of your magazines, the different type of clientele that you are attracting, to be part of that...every time I see my two pages in your magazines, humbly, very happy to be part your wonderful magazines, I do appreciate your constant support!"
- Mark Gasparro, Realtor, Luxury Collection Specialist, Berkshire HathawayHomeServices Atlanta
https://www.sothebysrealty.com/eng/associate/180-a-df2503181934109481/mark-gasparro
“Elevated magazine is exceptional in so many ways! The articles and subjects are very inspirational, uplifting, bright, brilliant, eye opening, well written with incredible photography and printing! It’s an honor to showcase my art in such a magnificent magazine!”
- Roni Lynn Doppelt, Abstract Artist
https://www.ronilynndoppelt.com/
“The relationship we’ve had, the articles we’ve put together with Elevated Yachts Magazine, has really been profitable on my side and bringing more awareness to this Ferrari of RIBs (Rigid Inflatable Boats)!”
- Dan Oatley, Castlerock Carbon Cat
“Elevated is the only magazine with the most appropriate title! Everything about it truly “elevates” - from the articles and subjects to the source and to the soul!”
- Marc Dennis, Hyper-Realist Artist
“When it comes to advertising there are loads of representatives that talk a good game, but Jud Bardwell at Elevated Magazines is the real deal. He takes time to know your targeted audience and goes after it bringing in new quality leads with great results. Jud goes above and beyond to form an advertising partnership that sets everyone up for success. He truly enjoys what he does and it shows in his product! Highly recommend!”
- Tracy Michell, Mitchell Exclusive Billiard Designs
“Partnering with Jud and his team at Elevated Magazines has been an eye-opener. I have always viewed marketing in a magazine as a "pay and pray" strategy. Jud has obliterated this notion by his mastery of turning any No into a Yes. It is refreshing to work with someone who wants to make you successful and who believes in "I'm possible." And when your content shows up together with the most coveted luxury brands in the Elevated Magazines, that is truly a wow factor. Looking forward to many more years of cooperation.
- Marco Schlesser, Realtor-Associate, Real Estate Advisor, CIPS, SRES® RS-79457 ENGEL & VÖLKERS Kahala-Honolulu
https://marcoschlesser.evusa.com
“Ocean Independence is delighted to be working with Elevated Magazines and my association with Jud is like a breath of fresh air. He is responsive, enthusiastic and highly professional, making everything so easy. It is great seeing our content come to life and look so good - I’m really glad we now have this opportunity to collaborate.”
- Amanda Thibaut – Marketing Communications, Ocean Independence
https://www.oceanindependence.com/
“Working with Jud at Elevated has reminded me what I love about marketing. He makes the process a true pleasure, produces a luxurious offering with a great sense of humor and amazing value. Working with him is a truly elevated experience and I look forward to our creative partnership blossoming in years to come.”
- Shaylene Todd, Sales & Marketing Director, Oil Nut Bay, Virgin Gorda, BVI
"Jud has been a great friend and business partner for Notorious Wines for several years and always has our best interest in mind. He is a gentleman, second to none."
- Paul J Governale, Notorious Wines, Inc.
“Working with Jud and his team at Elevated Magazines has been a game-changer. Jud's eye for capturing the luxury lifestyle is driving exposure in the right places, and his enthusiasm for our industry during these unprecedented times is crucial in continuing to foster people's love of travel. We're thankful to be a part of the Elevated experience!”
- Rob Ceravolo, CEO, Tropic Ocean Airways
"I am so glad NatureKast weatherproof cabinetry crossed paths with Jud and the ever-expanding family of Elevated magazines. We have been super impressed with the tangible value we are getting from our marketing investment. Jud is always on the lookout for other places in his stunning publications where he can feature our cabinetry with well-placed advertising, podcast interviews and the editorial team’s classy pieces. Elevated Magazines are pitched perfectly for premier luxury brands to reach discerning homeowners in a wide range of markets. We regularly get people saying something along the lines of, "I saw you in Elevated ‘...' magazine.” Thank you Jud and Team Elevated!”
- Terry Bakker, Director of Design & Marketing, NatureKast Weatherproof Cabinetry
“Never have I been as comfortable in an interview as I am with Jud. It’s always a pleasure talking to someone that understands the subject matter as he does and asks questions that people really want answers to.
"Jud Bardwell and the Elevated Magazine team is as badass to podcast interviews as Intrepid is to building custom boats! GAME ON!”
- Ken Clinton, President, Intrepid Powerboats
https://www.intrepidpowerboats.com/
"Thank you Jud for always being so prompt and exceptionally nice! You’re a true pleasure to work with and I appreciate you when I’m in a panic and need something done rather immediately – you’re always on it."
- Patty Martinez, Communication & Digital Marketing
https://www.vintageclubsales.com/
"You are very good at what you do.”
- Erik Berg, Engel & Volkers, Aspen
https://erikberg.evrealestate.com/
"I again want to tell you that you are a rockstar!"
- Cindy Ambuehl, Principal/Luxury Estate Director
Cindy Ambuehl Group, Compass Real Estate, Los Angeles
"I’m a big fan of you and your spirit and drive."
- Dan Castle, Founder
"It is always a true pleasure working with Jud Bardwell and the team at Elevated Magazines. His editorial coverage of our clients is always extremely tasteful, beautifully coordinated, and top notch. They always portray people, places and entities in their true, deserving form."
- Ali Lasky, Founder + President @TheInfluence
“I really appreciate all your support, helping us display our properties in ways we wouldn’t otherwise, we really, really appreciate your support!”
- Nina Siegenthaler, Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s
https://www.sothebysrealty.com/eng/associate/180-a-684-9749354/nina-siegenthaler
“Hey Jud! Thank you so much for being so good at what you do!”
- Shaylene Todd, Sales & Marketing Director, Oil Nut Bay, Virgin Gorda, BVI
“Elevated Luxury Real Estate and Elevated Magazines provides me exclusive Vail area exceptional marketing and engagement with its powerful, affluent audience. It encompasses a full suite of significant, valuable assets I utilize to gain listings and ability to network in both my market and other feeder markets. This allows me to provide my current listings with the added confidence and pride that I am over-delivering on every level when it comes to selling their homes."
- Andie Ohde, LIV Sotheby’s International Realty
https://vailarearealestate.com/
"I am thrilled with the work we have done and will continue to do with Elevated Home, Lifestyle, and Luxury Real Estate Magazines. The value is tremendous. From exceptional ad placement to stunning, significant editorial features, social media, online and digital, etc., Elevated delivers and consistently works hard with us and for us."
- Ricardo Moraes, CEO, L'Atelier Paris Haute Design
https://www.leatelierparis.com/
“With Jud's guidance and expertise, Elevated Magazine has been a huge asset to our growth at Notorious Wines Inc. Over the past few years, Jud has been able to position our luxury wine portfolio alongside some of the most prestigious brands in the world. We are proud to be a premier partner with Elevated and look forward to future campaigns and Elevated opportunities. Jud and his team are second to none!”
- Paul J Governale, Notorious Wines, Inc.
“Diamond Spas has enjoyed working with Jud and Elevated Magazines. It is a perfect platform to engage high end clients for our custom stainless steel and copper pools and spas.”
- Stephanie Bennett, President, Diamond Spas, Inc.
“Dearest Jud, This was the BEST interview I have ever done! Thank you! Your poignant questions and topics are so vital and relevant. If this is what Elevated Home is about, I want to share it with ALL my clients! Thank you!"
- Mary Ta, Founder, Minotti Los Angeles
“We've been working with Jud for a couple of months now and we are super impressed! He's on top of everything, and is constantly reaching out to us with more opportunities. Overall, he's an incredible guy and great to work with. He put Cindy on the cover of the Elevated Magazine, and he continues to send out his own eblasts with Cindy's listings featured in them. He does a great job promoting the marketing we do with him. We couldn't be happier. Jud is the best!”
- Alexa Forbes, Cindy Ambuehl Group, Compass Los Angeles
“Elevated is a great showcase for luxury brands, especially Sotheby’s International Realty. Jud and his team understand the luxury market and its buyers; and that’s all they focus on.”
- Matthew Hintermeister, LIV Telluride Sotheby’s
https://www.elevatedhomeandlifestyle.com/telluride
“I can’t recommend Jud and Elevated Magazines enough!! With the brand Sotheby’s International Realty, exposure in the luxury market is imperative in my business. Moving forward post Covid, these magazines gives me the exposure and then some that I need for my luxury clientele. The magazines are stunning and they are so easy to work with. With everything going on, working with Jud and his team has been so wonderful. Most importantly, my clients are thrilled!”
- Caryn Black, Kurfiss Sotheby’s International Realty
https://bandbluxuryproperties.com/
“Elevated Magazines delivers on its name. Jud and the team constantly put in the elevated effort and expertise to bring this elevated experience and resource to all of us interested in constantly raising the bar across the board. The community, audience and exposure is epic. Keeping it elevated!”
- Andrew McDonald, Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty