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At Clyde Group, we advise major corporations, nonprofit and advocacy organizations, industry-defining associations and household brands.

We pride ourselves on providing richer client engagement, deeper expertise and stronger results.

Who we are

Repeatedly recognized as one of America’s best boutique agencies, Clyde Group is a top Washington D.C.-based public relations and public affairs firm, driven by strategy, creativity and experience. We advise major corporations, nonprofit and advocacy organizations, industry-defining associations and household brands. Clyde Group addresses communications challenges to build and protect brands, engage stakeholders, activate customers and navigate complex situations. Our team is expected to bring ambitious ideas, creative solutions and an authentic personality to work. Ultimately, our mission is to be the best agency to work with, and the best agency to work for.

Our Awards

Outstanding Boutique Agency of the Year 2018 Finalist

Best Small Agency 2017

Best New Agency 2017

Outstanding Boutique Agency of the Year 2017 Finalist

PR Week 40 Under 40 (Alex Slater)

PR Week’s Champions of PR: Aubrey Quinn

Washington Business Journal’s 40 Under 40: Aubrey Quinn

PRNews’ Top Places to Work 2020

SABRE Boutique Agency of the Year 2021

  • Alex Slater knows how to turn a smart, strategic vision into an actionable tactical communications plan. His drive, instincts and determination have consistently delivered superior results for all types of organizations with complex challenges. His high levels of professionalism and constant dedication to clients are very rare in this business.

    Joe Lockhart

    Former White House Press Secretary (President Bill Clinton) and Former NFL Executive Vice President of Communications

  • Clyde Group generously volunteers their time and resources to help Special Olympics DC, and we are overjoyed with the passion and enthusiasm they bring to our team. Clyde Group provides invaluable guidance and support for media outreach, helping Special Olympics DC define messages and goals to the public in a smart way. Our only regret was not being introduced to Clyde Group sooner so that we could have done even more with their fantastic team.

    Nicole Preston

    President & CEO, Special Olympics DC

  • Clyde Group has a rare team dynamic that other PR and communications firms should envy. We are thrilled to work with such an engaging, collaborative group who have proven they can work as a valuable extension of our team, delivering consistent and reliable results.

    Becky Frost

    Senior Director, PR, Instructure

  • Clyde Group knows what works and what doesn’t. They excel at helping develop and implement a winning strategy, including the ability to more effectively deliver your message by taking a complex issue and making it easily understandable. The team has a strong reputation and is a trusted and valuable resource.

    Charles Territo

    Former Vice President, Auto Alliance

  • Our success and growth as an organization was in no small part due to the critical role Clyde Group played on our political response team. In addition to tactical expertise, they fundamentally reshaped our organizational approach to political crisis management.

    Ruth Stillwell

    Former Vice President, National Air Traffic Controllers Association

  • Clyde Group has the expertise, know-how and industry tools that larger PR firms often boast about, but pairs these with customized strategic thinking and an unmatched level of service. Always willing to go the extra mile, Clyde Group is truly an extension of the Navy Federal corporate communications team, and their attention to detail, breadth of experience and ability to jump in on any project, at any time, consistently exceeds all expectations.

    Brian K. Parker

    Assistant Vice President of Corporate Communications, Navy Federal Credit Union

Services

Public Affairs

Clyde Group understands how to help corporations and organizations achieve their policy, legislative, regulatory and legal goals by shaping strategies around decision-makers and relevant influencers. We have a developed methodology that combines traditional media and influencer outreach with the latest digital advocacy tools.

Media Relations

In terms of media relations, Clyde Group embraces the timeless approach of relationship-building and targeted pitching. We strongly believe in knowing the reporters we’re reaching out to, and our pitches are uniquely customized to their beat as a result. And we don’t measure success by impressions alone, but rather through a more sophisticated proprietary methodology.

Issues Management

Having worked around some of the most complex communications challenges of the last decade, Clyde Group brings experience helping companies and organizations protect their reputations while navigating sensitive issues. Our rapid response team is always on call during critical moments, ready to address crises and challenges as they arise.

Content Development

Content is king. That’s true today more than ever. Clyde Group offers full-service content strategy and development services. From creating comprehensive content bureaus to highly targeted content deployment, our team handles all forms of digital, graphic, written and social content.

Social & Digital Media

Digital is not merely an add-on. In today’s public relations environment, social tools and digital platforms must be integrated into any communications program. At Clyde Group, we offer full-service digital strategy and content services that ensure your message reaches the right audiences, builds lasting engagement and achieves desired results.

Corporate Identity

Brand identity is often a corporation’s most valuable asset. At Clyde Group, we specialize in building consensus among corporations’ essential stakeholders through internal and external communication strategies. We help brands not only drive purchases and user engagement, but also craft industry narratives that align with their values through corporate social responsibility.

News

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Contact

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