What we do

C-Strategies is an award-winning, 100% women-owned, WBE and ACDBE certified strategic communications and public affairs firm led by government, public policy and campaign veterans that uses results-driven tactics to build strategic plans, guide public opinion and manage crises for clients.

 
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Our Services

From advocating against sexual harassment in the workplace and for sensible gun laws, to representing big industry disruptors, education pioneers, and community-based developers, we build teams and strategies to get our clients’ stories told.

 
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media relations

We’re on speed dial to the most influential beat reporters and opinion writers in Illinois.

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message development

You have a story to tell. We’ll help you get the message out.

 
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Strategic Planning

We create and execute strategies tailored for each client to meet their business and advocacy needs.

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community engagement

We drive public discussion and shape opinion.

 

DIGITAL STRATEGY

From social media plans to websites and beyond, we develop sustainable and effective digital strategies to help you succeed online.

DESIGN & BRANDING

We help craft your visual identity and equip you with the assets you need for consistent and compelling creative content.

 
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Crisis Management

We put out fires. We’ll manage you and your organization through crisis.

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stakeholder and Relationship Management

We'll help connect you to key influencers throughout Chicago and Illinois to help you reach your goals.

 
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Thought leadership

We help elevate the profile of our clients to inspire others through their lens and expertise.

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Content Development

We develop owned content across platforms to communicate custom client narratives.

 

EVENT PLANNING and management

Don’t worry – we got you! We build, manage and execute events from start to finish.

CEO & EXECUTIVE BOARD CONSULTING

We build roadmaps for corporate and nonprofits boards to successfully guide them through crises and lead CEO onboarding plans to ensure a successful transition.

 
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Who we are

We've served on the front lines of major public policy, advocacy and political campaigns in Chicago and Illinois. We will help you meet your business goals, turn big ideas into action and simply get things done.

 

Becky Carroll
President & CEO

FAVORITE QUOTE: "It’s handled." - Olivia Pope

A WORD THAT BEST DESCRIBES ME: Determined

MY IDEAL SUPERHERO POWER: Precognition

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Caroline Brooks

Senior Director of Communications

FAVORITE QUOTE: “I have chosen to no longer be apologetic for my femaleness and my femininity. And I want to be respected in all of my femaleness because I deserve to be.” - Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

A WORD THAT BEST DESCRIBES ME: Compassionate

MY IDEAL SUPERHERO POWER: Teleportation

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Audrey Carroll
Communications Manager

FAVORITE QUOTE: “People can change anything they want to, and that means everything in the world.” - Joe Strummer

A WORD THAT BEST DESCRIBES ME: Spirited

MY IDEAL SUPERHERO POWER: Teleportation

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Lara Cooper
Senior Vice President of Communications

FAVORITE QUOTE: “For there is always light, if only we're brave enough to see it. If only we're brave enough to be it." - Amanda Gorman

A WORD THAT BEST DESCRIBES ME: Compassionate

MY IDEAL SUPERHERO POWER: Teleportation

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Joel Dickens
Digital Associate

FAVORITE QUOTE: "A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men.” - Unknown

A WORD THAT BEST DESCRIBES ME: Driven

MY IDEAL SUPERHERO POWER: No bugs can come within a 50 ft radius of me

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Emma Kluever
Senior Director of Content

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.” - Oscar Wilde

A WORD THAT BEST DESCRIBES ME: Intentional

MY IDEAL SUPERHERO POWER: Omnilingualism

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Jane Mather-Glass
Communications Manager

FAVORITE QUOTE: “The more you give, the more you have, the more new things you are a part of, the more you are truly alive.” - Jenny Slate

A WORD THAT BEST DESCRIBES ME: Optimistic

MY IDEAL SUPERHERO POWER: Flight

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Alejandra Moran
Latine Communications & Engagement Advisor

FAVORITE QUOTE: “The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” - Steve Jobs

A WORD THAT BEST DESCRIBES ME: Visionary

MY IDEAL SUPERHERO POWER: Omnipresence

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Mary Priller
Director of Communications & Marketing

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Make each day your masterpiece.” - Coach John Wooden

A WORD THAT BEST DESCRIBES ME: Invested

MY IDEAL SUPERHERO POWER: Flight

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Claire Salzman
Vice President of Digital Strategy

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Inspiration does exist, but it must find you working.” - Pablo Picasso

A WORD THAT BEST DESCRIBES ME: Dedicated

MY IDEAL SUPERHERO POWER: Teleportation

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Shawn Taylor
Senior Director of Content

FAVORITE QUOTE: “What distinguishes a good traveler is how many people you meet.” - Rick Steves

A WORD THAT BEST DESCRIBES ME: Reliable

MY IDEAL SUPERHERO POWER: Humor

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Sarah Zegart
Communications Manager

FAVORITE QUOTE: “The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” - Nelson Mandala

A WORD THAT BEST DESCRIBES ME: Passionate

MY IDEAL SUPERHERO POWER: Teleportation

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Check out our panel on mental health and the media with the Publicity Club of Chicago.

How is mental health covered by media, and how can communications professionals and journalists responsibly talk about such a complex issue? C-Strategies and the Publicity Club of Chicago were proud to host “Communicating Mental Health: Best Practices and Beyond” — an engaging discussion with experts at the intersection of mental health and media in Chicago. Watch the conversation now!

 
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Let’s Connect!

Tel: (312) 834-4331