WHAT WE DO
Whatever you’re facing, we’ve been there.
Whether you’re a first-time candidate or a sitting officeholder, an organization in a policy fight, or a leader looking to elevate your public profile, we help you understand the landscape, prepare for what’s coming, and win the moments that matter.
RESEARCH
Know what’s coming
Every campaign turns to what’s in the record. Sharpen your message, prepare for attacks, and make every dollar count.
Know your own record
Understand your own strengths and weaknesses so you can make informed and strategic decisions for your campaign.
Self-research
Gain a competitive edge with detailed insights into your opponents. We investigate your opponents' records, positions, and backgrounds to uncover political and ethical vulnerabilities. Our research identifies the contrasts that matter most to voters and provides the ammunition for effective earned and paid media strategies.
OPPOSITION RESEARCH
Know your opponents inside and out
A detailed look at your opponent’s record, statements, finances, and background, so you can build the narrative against them and draw the sharpest contrast.
Opposition research
In today’s media environment, it’s crucial to know how the conversation is unfolding across many mediums — in the news, on social media, or anywhere else. Proactive media monitoring enables campaigns to spot emerging issues early, shape the narrative, and prevent small problems from turning into major challenges.
MEDIA MONITORING
Tell Your Story. On Your Terms.
Debates are high-risk, high-reward endeavors; one viral moment can make or break a campaign’s fortunes. We prepare you to translate complex legislative and policy issues into concise and effective messaging, deliver memorable lines that resonate with your audience, and adapt to attacks as well as opportunities that arise in real time.
DEBATE PREP
In today's always-on media environment, every interaction is an opportunity to advance your message—or undermine it. We prepare you to command attention, stay on message, and deliver compelling performances even in hostile environments. Our training is grounded in real-world scenarios informed by our opposition research.
MEDIA TRAINING
You only get one chance to make a first impression. We plan and execute the communications strategy of your campaign launch so that you capture attention, generate momentum, and establish your narrative from day one. From press relations to media strategy, we ensure your launch creates lasting impact.
CAMPAIGN LAUNCH
When crisis strikes, every moment counts. Our research-backed crisis management helps you respond quickly and decisively, whether that means getting ahead of a story, redirecting negative coverage, or minimizing reputational damage. We've successfully killed unflattering stories and turned potential disasters into opportunities.
CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS
Taking positions on complex issues requires more than good policy—you need messaging that makes your positions compelling and defensible. We help you navigate controversial topics, frame policy debates on your terms, and turn policy expertise into political advantage.
PUBLIC POLICY
Whether you're building your public profile from scratch or revitalizing an existing brand, we help you communicate your values and vision with clarity and authenticity. Our research-informed approach ensures your messaging resonates with your target audience while distinguishing you from the competition.
PROFILE ELEVATION
Organizational Success.
In today’s saturated media and political landscape, you need to cut through the noise, meet your audience where they are, and make a lasting impression. We work closely with you to craft a comprehensive strategy to meet your needs, whether that’s creating opportunities for fundraising, strengthening your brand, or solving an ongoing crisis.
STAFFING & MANAGEMENT
Leading a campaign or organization means hiring and managing a team that fits your values, and is bought in on a shared mission. We help campaigns launch and get underway, manage staff and projects, and guide strategy to ensure that your team is always focused on the big picture, regardless of any distractions that may appear.
STRATEGY
COMMUNICATIONS
Win the moment
Our communications work is built on our research, so you walk in knowing more than anyone else in the room.
Keep your story in front of your audience
Pitching stories, building relationships with the reporters who matter, and serving as your on-the-record spokesperson.
Media relations
Be ready for your biggest moments
From a first interview to a congressional hearing or a primetime debate, we prepare you to deliver your message with confidence, in front of the camera and on the stage.
Media training & debate prep
Make day one count
An announcement, rollout, and press plan that starts you off with momentum.
Campaign launch
Turn your priorities into a policy agenda
Thoughtful, actionable policies that reflect your priorities and meet the needs of the people you serve.
Public policy
When a bad story hits, respond quickly and intentionally
We decide with you whether, how, and through whom to respond, then execute.
Crisis communications
Become a thought leader
Op-eds, Substack, social media, and more, plus building relationships with the reporters who cover your field.