STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION

Our model helps you identify strategic communication priorities, target audiences, and the platforms and methods to deliver consistent messages.

By maintaining open lines of communication with an organization’s community, the successful implementation of the strategic communications model enables stakeholders to consistently find and receive information building trust and meaningful impact in the organization’s community.

Your Journey to Success Through Strategic Communication

Just like a distinct character in every story, each school district has its own set of unique attributes – from diverse communities and educational philosophies to varied resources and priorities. We understand this, and that’s why our approach is tailored to fit your unique narrative.

Partner → Identify → Prioritize → Define → Execute → Review

Partner for Success

We see ourselves as more than just strategic communication consultants. We are your trusted allies, dedicated to understanding your organization inside and out. This deep comprehension forms the foundation of our meaningful working relationship.

Identify Your Communication Channels

In a world brimming with countless communication methods – digital, print, in-person, broadcast, and more – it can be overwhelming to choose. We help identify your primary communication platforms, ensuring consistent and effective information dissemination to your stakeholders and make recommendations for additions based on our understanding of best practices and experience with diverse organizations.

Prioritize Your Message

Each organization has its unique priorities. However, these often lack associated communication plans. We help you pinpoint your key communication priorities, crafting strategic objectives and strategies to propel your organization’s mission forward.

Define Communication Objectives

Clear communication objectives are the stepping stones to a successful communication plan. We guide you in establishing these objectives, creating an effective roadmap for each of your identified priorities.

Execute Communication Strategies

With a clear understanding of your primary communication platforms and objectives, we develop tailored communication strategies. Whether it’s a short-term project or a long-term initiative, we ensure your message resonates with your audience and supports your priorities. We create a timeline and task list to ensure that your district’s most important messages are consistently delivered across your platforms (e.g., the website, emails, newsletters, social media, etc.).

Review and Adjustment

The journey doesn’t end with execution. We believe in regularly reviewing and adjusting your priorities, objectives, and strategies. This ensures your communications continue to support and drive your organizational goals, adapting to changes and challenges along the way.

Take the Next Step Towards Effective Communication

Don’t let the complexities of strategic communication hold back your district’s potential. Set your journey towards clear, effective, and impactful communication in motion and reach out now to start crafting your unique communication strategy that resonates with your audience and supports your priorities.

Let’s work together to make your district’s story a successful one.

Branding & Design

Intentional design to communicate what is most important.

Our in-house team of designers can help you tell your organization’s story, build your brand and create a strong message that resonates with your target audience. We can help you effectively communicate with engaging, vibrant marketing materials and creative, thought-provoking design.

Use these tools to help tell your story! 

Banners
Branding
Brochures
Business Cards
Conference Materials
e-Newsletters
Flyers
Folders
Logo Design
Newsletters
Post Cards
Posters
Sell Sheets
Stationery
Video
Web Design
Yard Signs

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Kind Words

Building Lasting Relationships

“I am grateful for the partnership we’ve experienced with The Impact Group. Despite the physical distance of our offices, their integration with our team and knowledge of our district has been remarkable. Their strategic communications model has kept us focused on our big ideas and easily intertwined into our planning meetings and communication efforts. Working with their team feels like a partnership. Impact Group members are lifesavers!”

Dr. Laura Blessing, Miamisburg City Schools

“Our partnership and collaboration with the Impact Group has been invaluable in sharing our District’s story.  Whether positively promoting the district, effectively navigating and communicating change, or leading through a crisis, the Impact Group does a fantastic job of walking alongside the District to proactively and transparently communicate with our District and community.”

Nathan Stutz, Superintendent , Perry Local Schools

“Finally, a strategic planning process that was painless and resulted in meaningful goals and objectives.  I have never experienced this level of employee involvement with a strategic plan.  The Impact Group can be credited for a professional and straightforward approach, gathering valuable information, filtering out useless data, and getting people excited.”

Mike Pelcic, Superintendent, Pickaway County Board of DD

“The Impact Group is one of the best resources a local government can have regarding communication, messaging, and strategic thinking.  The strategic thinktank Tom and his team create is invaluable and I frequently find myself consulting with them for ideas beyond messaging and communication.

Their understanding of growing and strengthening an organization’s culture is commendable.”

Rob Schommer, City Manager, City of Bellbrook

“Working with The Impact Group to create our strategic plan was effortless! They took the time to meet with many facets of our school community and stakeholders to develop goals and objectives that will now guide the work we do over the next three years. I highly recommend using their team of educational experts to guide the work you do as the instructional leader of your district. You will be glad you did!”

Mike Cook, Superintendent, Sheffield-Sheffield Lake City Schools
“The Impact Group has been a trusted communications resource for me for many years. Their expertise regarding school district communications, strategic planning, crisis communication and staff development have helped me, help the districts I have served. I would certainly recommend The Impact Group to any school district.”
Rob Gress, Alliance City Schools

“The Impact Group’s expertise regarding the communication of complex topics to a community in a manner that is honest, approachable and understandable, is considerable. I’d recommend them to anyone!”

Nathan Schindewolf, Triway Local School District

“The Impact Group has a fantastic, high energy, creative staff who are a pleasure to work with. They are responsive and truly care about their clients. The work they have done for my organization has truly been invaluable and I highly recommend them.”

Amy Jordan, President, Hudson Community Foundation
“The Impact Group is a great resource for public relations, strategic planning and crisis communication. The Impact Group employs a cadre of professionals skilled in all aspects of public relations.”
Ed Stark, Superintendent, Trumbull County Board of Developmental Disabilities

“The Impact Group took our ideas and created an amazing brand for our business. They continue to come up with great ideas all the time. Would recommend their services to anyone!”

Amber Mohrman, Owner, Mohr Stamping

“Locking arms with the staff at The Impact Group who want to do the same and have fun doing it was nothing but advantageous for our organization in our strategic planning process. The Impact Group delivered a sophisticated report, yet, simple for staff to create, share and implement.”

Jeannie Turner, Director of Community Services, Greene County Board of Developmental Disabilities

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