Services
SERVICES
Crisis communications consulting
A crisis can happen when you least expect it and your reputation will be at risk. Make a wrong move and it will cost you. Are you prepared?
public relations consulting
When success requires the public to see things your way and reject the attacks of your critics, you need steady guides who've navigated these dangerous waters before.
community relations consulting
The angry clash of people with different perspectives makes it harder to achieve your mission. We recommend strategies and tactics that can turn angry voices into listening ears and — eventually — joined hands.
HIGHER EDUCATION CONSULTING
University leaders rely on us to help them navigate the complex and sometimes volatile attitudes of disparate stakeholders. Bending to the loudest voices usually isn’t prudent, which is why our counsel is reasoned and nuanced.
TRAININGS
MEDIA relations & CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS TRAINING
When facing off against a potentially hostile press corps, the favorable public image you've worked hard to build is in the balance. We help you achieve a positive performance that will reinforce the strength and integrity of your reputation.
SOCIAL MEDIA & FIRST AMENDMENT TRAINING
Knowing precisely how the First Amendment limits the ability of the government to delete most social media comments can protect you from a lawsuit, legal fees, and costly damages. We update you on recent laws and rulings and offer practical tips in plain language about what your agency is and isn't permitted to do.
Ohio PUBLIC RECORDS law
Ohio government agencies are constantly under pressure from reporters and citizens to comply with the ever-changing and extremely complex public records and open meetings law. We've trained more government officials on sunshine laws than anyone in Ohio. And we can train you.
PUBLIC SPEAKING TRAINING
Giving an outstanding speech starts with outstanding preparation. That means crafting a compelling message and learning the presentation tips that make an audience listen and remember. From senators, CEOs, and a U.S. president, we've prepared the best to be the best.
Police pio academy
If you're a police public information officer, your difficult day in the unblinking media spotlight will come. How well prepared are you? Come get hands-on training at our next Police PIO Academy!
other services
ONE-ON-ONE SPEECH COACHING
Most people think they're better public speakers than they really are which means staff can't always give the boss the blunt advice he or she needs to hear. We know the subtle strategies that help a speaker improve and be more comfortable. And we've coached some very high-profile speakers. Let us help you.
ADVERTISING
No one really consumes advertising the way your grandparents did. Producing ads for broadcast TV still has its place but there are often better ways to reach your audience. Our award-winning and bold advertising strategies get noticed and change minds.
SOCIAL MEDIA & DIGITAL ADVERTISING
The digital world is evolving quickly -- are your communications strategies? We stay on top of the latest trends, tools, and best practices for you. Talk to us about some of the cutting-edge technology we use to communicate for our clients.
LITIGATION COMMUNICATIONS &
JURY FOCUS GROUPS
We've handled litigation communications in literally hundreds of high-profile criminal and civil trials. Members of our team have litigated jury trials as well as advised some of the top litigators in America. We understand how jurors think and can give litigators a
significant -- but ethical -- edge.
