Our Approach

We're a team of strategists, researchers, designers, and storytellers who work together to help you communicate with maximum motivating power.

Strategy. Science. Storytelling.

Our work draws on strategic thinking from branding, marketing, politics, and advocacy; insightful research from social science and data science; and the creative disciplines of visual design and storytelling.

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Aspirations are powerful ideas: Our visions of the people we strive to be, the lives we aim to live, and the world we want to live in. They pack motivating power. They shape our identities. They drive our decisions and behaviors.
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The most powerful way to inspire and engage people is to connect your cause to their authentic aspirations.
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That’s why the art and science of Aspirational Communication lies at the heart of everything we do.

Diversity and Inclusion

Hattaway Communications is committed to creating an equitable world, and we know that begins with creating an equitable workplace. We are active listeners, supportive partners, and inclusive leaders in the fight for racial justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion. We hold our employees and partners accountable in this commitment.
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We create space for our employees and our partners to fearlessly speak truth, authentically express themselves, and enjoy meaningful professional growth. We not only allow for difference but celebrate and dutifully defend it.
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We will embody our values and work to achieve our vision by aligning our policies, practices and organizational culture with our commitment to equity and inclusion.

This is a short summary of our 10-page Code of Conduct. If you'd like to read the entire document, please email us at info@hattaway.com.

READ A SUMMARY OF OUR CODE OF CONDUCT

Strategic? Creative? Passionate? Join our team.

Pro-Bono Communications Program for DMV-area Nonprofit Organizations

Hattaway Communications is dedicated to communications for impact. We use the power of strategy, science, and storytelling to help visionary leaders and organizations achieve ambitious goals that benefit people and the planet.

DMV-area nonprofits in need of communications expertise are invited to apply for our pro-bono program. We’re looking to work with organizations that are led by people of color, serve communities of color, and operate locally.

This is a good opportunity for your organization if you:

Want to update your brand or share a new story about the work you do
Need to target new audiences to increase your reach, resources, and impact
Are launching a new campaign and need help with strategy and design
Have new leadership and want to define a fresh vision and communications strategy
Want to update your brand’s visual identity to reflect your current mission and impact
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Our work together will focus on one or more of the following areas:

Research. We can conduct research that produces insights that help you understand how to motivate and mobilize your audience.
Strategy. We can work with you to define communications objectives, identify your key audiences, and produce a clear game plan for your communications.
Content. Our designers and storytellers can create content through messages, images, and stories that inspire and engage people.
Campaigns. We can explore how to reach your audience through the right channels, conversations, and experiences.
Knowledge. We can provide coaching and training to equip your team to be confident and effective communicators.
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The program is intended for DMV-based organizations that meet the following criteria:

Mission-Driven. Your organization must align with our mission of achieving ambitious goals for people and the planet.
Diverse Leadership and Service. Your organization should be primarily led by a person(s) of color and serve communities of color.
DMV-Focused. Your organization should operate in the DMV and serve local communities.
Limited Resources. Your organization’s budget does not allow for consultation services.
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This is an opportunity for your organization to collaborate with our team of strategists, researchers, designers, and storytellers and for Hattaway to partner with local organizations and help support our community.

To apply, please send the following to info@hattaway.com with “Pro-Bono Application” in the subject line:

A one-to-two-page cover letter explaining what kind of communications assistance your organization needs and how it would benefit from this initiative. The cover letter should answer the following questions:
What are your communications goals?
What would you like to achieve through working with us?
What would you like the communications deliverable from our work together to be?
For example: a new logo, website, communications plan.
Why are you seeking help now?
How can Hattaway Communications help your organization?
What would our assistance mean to your organization?
A brief overview of your organization and its work—detailing your mission, impact, program areas, key audiences, and organizational structure.
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The application open period is from March 13–May 5, 2023. We will review all submissions and contact the finalists for additional information.

SEND YOUR APPLICATION

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Our Approach

We're a team of strategists, researchers, designers, and storytellers who work together to help you communicate with maximum motivating power.

Strategy. Science. Storytelling.

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Our Team

We bring passion, rigor, and imagination to everything we do.

Tiara Broome

Senior Associate, Strategy

Casey Campbell-Roth

Senior Associate, Strategy

Sarah Cornejo

Director, Art

August Dichter

Associate, Strategy

Caitlin Fitzpatrick

Associate, Research

Doug Hattaway

President

Megan King

Director, Creative

Dorry Levine

Managing Director, Strategy

Gaby Lor

Associate, Strategy

Chris McKenna

Senior Associate, Strategy

Sarah Moseley

Senior Associate, Strategy

Paige Rice

Senior Associate, Research

Carrie Schum

Executive Vice President

Veronica Selzler

Managing Director, Strategy and Team Development

Pete Tontillo

Director, Science

Jeff Trigilio

Business Manager

Maria Fernanda Valenzuela

Junior Associate, Creative

Diversity and Inclusion

Strategic? Creative? Passionate? Join our team.

Pro-Bono Communications Program for DMV-area Nonprofit Organizations

Our work together will focus on one or more of the following areas:

The program is intended for DMV-based organizations that meet the following criteria:

The application open period is from March 13–May 5, 2023. We will review all submissions and contact the finalists for additional information.

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