COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTING

Topakian Communications offers smart, engaging writing and communications for non-profits and small businesses. We specialize in developing communications strategies and plans to change behavior, influence policymakers, and attract new customers and supporters. We provide consulting services in the following areas: Communications Strategy & Planning; Concept & Message Development; Pitching Strategies and Talking Points.

Reach and influence decision-makers, customers and donors more effectively.

Communications strategy & planning

  • Articulate, align and integrate your mission, vision and values with your products, services and programs – and save time in the process

  • Present a pro-active perspective to your supporters, colleagues and customers

  • Develop your fundraising and marketing materials

Develop your brand and define the values, mission and vision of your organization/business for your customer and yourself.

Concept & message development

  • Reach the people that will grow your business

  • Influence policy makers

Create an easy tool to stay on track and bring the focus back to your message.

Pitching strategies

  • Keep your conversations with donors, supporters, and customers on track and on message

  • Handle delicate situations

  • Make thinking on your feet easier

  • Avoid getting led astray and sidelined in press interviews

Speak directly to the needs and perspectives of your customers and recipients.

Talking points

  • Receive favorable press coverage

  • Raise money from donors

  • Reach donors with better results

  • Create, influence and solidify relationship with policy makers

  • Strengthen relationships with unlikely allies

“A seasoned pro, Karen is my “go to” communications and PR specialist.

Why? Because she gives insightful and creative advice, writes with accuracy and panache, and meets every deadline with a smile. My clients and I love working with Karen. She quickly assesses a situation, diagnoses what needs to be done, and then proceeds to make it happen. I’ve worked with Karen on a variety of projects – from routine newsletters to crisis communications. She’s the calm voice in a maelstrom and someone you want on your team in any situation.

I can always count on her to give sound, practical advice, and she brings experience, creativity, excellent communication skills, and a sense of humor to all her engagements.”

— Cheryl Clarke, Fundraising Consultant