Capabilities Since 1989, Griendling Communications has provided political consulting and communications services to political candidates and action committees, grassroots organizations, large corporations, start-ups, professional firms, associations and nonprofit organizations. The most recent example of our work was for a dark horse candidate for a state office in Virginia who upset an incumbent whose district was considered secure.  Read how Griendling Communications helped engineer the victory.   Our skill set and capabilities include: CAMPAIGN STRATEGY ·  Analysis of the challenges & opportunities, candidate’s and opponent’s strengths & weaknesses and constituent profiles ·  Development of strategic direction: How can we win? ·  Organization and timelines for campaigns ·  Identification of affiliated groups ·  Coalition building MESSAGE DEVELOPMENT Analysis and development of overall themes and precise tactical approach to conveying them, to include speeches, debate coaching, media relations, direct mail copywriting, flyers and grip cards. MEDIA RELATIONS Media analysis and target development, article placement, press releases, press conferences, media training, editorial board meetings, letters to editors. WRITING Newspaper commentaries, issue papers, press kits, news releases, case histories, corporate profiles, executive bios, industry backgrounders, editorial/opinion articles and newsletters. FUNDRAISING Development of fundraising strategies, event planning and fundraising letters. ISSUES MANAGEMENT Crises planning, message formation and media relations. CONSTITUENT COMMUNICATIONS Newsletters, constituent letters. COMMUNITY RELATIONS Coalition building, alliance formation and speakers programs. MARKET/ISSUE RESEARCH Communications audits and opinion surveys of the industry, media, investment and grassroots communities. SALES SUPPORT Brochures, marketing communications collateral and sales presentation material. Griendling Communications 4610 Gramlee Circle Fairfax, VA 22032 703.978.4686 703.978.4333-fax www.griendling.com To request more information