How Spoke Helps

Spoke Communicates

SpokeWatermark_2011You and your cause are unique. We will collaborate with you to determine the most efficient and effective way to share your unique story with the people you need to reach.

Spoke’s work will always be tailored to make the most of your strengths, within the context of your specific needs and budget. Whether we define a detailed scope of work with a fixed timeline or collaborate on an hourly basis, you’ll receive the focus and attention you deserve.

Spoke Connects

Spoke engages a powerful network of creative professionals and strategic partners to accomplish your goals. From seasoned researchers to graphic designers and professional proofreaders, we work together seamlessly to support your needs.

Spoke Provides

Spoke offers a full complement of communications services. We specialize in:

PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Research, environmental scans, coalition building, and crisis communications.
Whee3.26.14lGREEN Your dedicated Coordinator, Analyst and Trusted Adviser.

MEDIA RELATIONS
Press releases and op-eds, media lists, email and telephone pitching.
Whee3.26.14lGREEN Giving voice to your great work, from the Carmel Pine Cone to the LA Times.

STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS PLANNING
Brainstorming, audience testing, planning, and great writing.
Whee3.26.14lGREEN The support you need to define the road forward.

ONLINE + PRINT COMMUNICATIONS
Graphic and web design, social media, collateral development, and complete brand packaging.
Whee3.26.14lGREEN Your communications, online and off, united under one powerful brand.

EVENTS & MEETING FACILITATION
Full-service event management, targeted event support, and facilitation of one-on-one and small-group meetings (including planning, agenda development, and in-person facilitation).
Whee3.26.14lGREEN Support so complete, you’ll be relaxed enough to enjoy your own event.

Speaking of Spoke

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Spoke Communications is simply the best in the business at what they do: providing socially-purposeful, effective branding, media, and strategic communications support to organizations and leaders that are trying to make the world a better and more inclusive place in challenging times. I have looked to Spoke for help in virtually every organizational context in which I have been a leader for the past 15 years. They never disappoint. They are razor sharp, always on the cutting edge of the latest in technology and best practice; and they are genuinely passionate, kind, and service-oriented in all that they do.
Henry A. J. Ramos, Former Board Chair, Nonprofit Finance Fund, New York

I’ve worked with Spoke on and off for over 10 years in my capacity as a non-profit leader and they continue to be my go-to partners for both communication strategy, content curation, and graphic design … [they] have an incredible ability to synthesize and simplify large amounts of information, distilling it into a compelling visual story that truly resonates. Beyond design, their thoughtful input and editorial expertise on content helped sharpen our narrative and bring it to life with clarity and impact.

Lorena Gomez-Barris, Director of Administration for the Kenneth Rainin Foundation, CA
The comprehensive ability of each of the Spokies to do all the kinds of work, whether it's press, whether it's writing, web development, web management, working on webinars, each one of Spoke's employees, are well versed in all of the communication and media capabilities, which makes for being able to plug into Spoke’s institutional culture really easy. 
Chris L. Jenkins, Director of Media and Communications, The Institute on Race, Power, and Political Economy, The New School, New York
Spoke Consulting has had a meaningful impact on how we communicate Big Sur Land Trust’s mission. With strategic guidance, creative problem-solving, and professional project management, [the Spoke team has] helped us elevate our message and connect more effectively with our community.
Jeannette Tuitele-Lewis, President/CEO, Big Sur Land Trust, California

Alisa Selivanova, Communications Manager, Big Sur Land Trust, California
The Spoke team is essential to the success of our live events. They manage our production logistics, coordinate seamlessly with AV crews, and ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes with calm professionalism. The whole team is a joy to work with and consistently deliver excellence.
Brian Karo, Publishing and Marketing Manager, Stanford Social Innovation Review, Stanford Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society, California