Washington, D.C.
Powell Tate | Weber Shandwick is a leading communications and public affairs firm. Located in Washington, D.C., Powell Tate specializes in managing public affairs programs; public education campaigns; reputation and crisis management; media relations; and research, advertising and interactive services. Our staff comes from the highest levels of the White House, Capitol Hill, political campaigns, advocacy organizations, corporations, media, law offices, state houses and regulatory agencies.
Public Affairs: Is often described by clients and the media as a public affairs “power house” for its success with framing issues and shaping debate in Washington, D.C. – at the state, local and international levels. We provide an experienced Inside-the-Beltway perspective to clients’ challenges, drawing on our expertise, unique perspectives and experience. We have managed public affairs programs on behalf of clients from the defense, education, energy, environment, financial services, healthcare and nonprofit sectors, among others.
Public Education: Work with nonprofit organizations, trade associations, corporations and government agencies to develop national campaigns that reach consumers, opinion leaders and other target audiences, and build awareness and understanding of key issues and programs. As part of this work, we forge public-private partnerships, engage members and other stakeholders in grassroots outreach, manage coalitions, conduct media outreach, and lead integrated campaigns.
Reputation & Crisis Management: Build and protect brands, help clients anticipate and manage crisis and litigation threats, develop and promote corporate social responsibility programs, and raise the profile of senior executives.
Communications Services: Offer in-house media relations, event management, graphic design and online communications services. We also frame issues that capture journalists’ attention, develop highly successful media events, create graphic identities, including logos and other materials, design and build-award winning Web sites, and craft interactive programs.
In addition, the Washington, D.C. office offers pro-bono support for educational organizations such as the Hoop Dreams Scholarship Fund.