
CAPABILITIES
Delivering Real Results
Our team has the experience and expertise to tackle the most complex and intricate day-to-day challenges your organization will face.

Crisis and Issues Management
We have helped partners successfully prepare for and navigate anticipated issues and unexpected crises from strikes to recalls to executive departures

Media Relations
Hawthorne knows how to tell the right story at the right time to raise visibility for our clients, like when we secured a placement with USA Today discussing important topics related to diversity in government contracting opportunities.

Reputation and Thought Leadership
Hawthorne's contributed articles and op-eds have been featured in publications across the country, including The Business Journals and USA Today

Public Affairs
We've helped clients navigate a range of important projects, including major development strategies, legislative initiatives, and a statewide rollout of Illinois' health insurance marketplace.

Corporate Social Responsibility
To elevate corporate reputations, we audit companies' corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts and develop action plans that elevate visibility amongst competitors.

Corporate Communications
Hawthorne creates thoughtful messages and executes impactful strategies to support client business objectives, whether it's communicating with employees, shareholders, or consumers.

Integrated Communications Strategy
Hawthorne specializes in creating communications strategies to achieve business objectives. We customize your communications campaign to align with your organization's short and long-term goals.

Grassroots and Community Outreach
During a politically-charged bank merger, we used strategic announcements and community outreach to maintain trust and prevent public pushback.

Media and Communications Training
We help leaders prepare for everything from interviews to business pitches to testimonies, including preparing clients for interviews with outlets like Univision, ABC, and the Urban Business Roundtable.