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23 Years
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Your Trusted St. Louis Public Relations Partner
Common Ground Public Relations was founded in 2003 with a mission to provide authentic and impactful communications for organizations seeking to connect with stakeholders. As a certified woman-owned business, we combine journalistic expertise with strategic thinking to deliver award-winning public relations campaigns across diverse industries. Our team brings over two decades of collective experience in media relations, crisis communications, and integrated marketing, serving clients from local startups to national corporations. We prioritize collaboration with both clients and our internal team to ensure high-quality, ethical consulting that drives measurable results.Our long-standing client relationships and peer-recognized achievements reflect our commitment to excellence in communications strategy. Headquartered in St. Louis, we operate nationwide while maintaining a strong regional presence. Our culture emphasizes fresh perspectives, smart strategies, and innovative storytelling to help organizations achieve their business goals through effective audience engagement.
Services
Media Relations
Crisis Communications
Social Media Strategy
Event Planning
Content Development
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of experience in public relations and strategic communications
- Certified woman-owned business with national service capabilities
- Award-winning crisis communications and media relations expertise
- Journalistic-trained team with direct media industry connections
- Integrated approach combining traditional PR with digital strategies
Services
Media Relations
Our media relations specialists leverage journalistic expertise to secure earned media coverage for clients. We develop compelling story angles, maintain relationships with national and regional media outlets, and execute strategic outreach campaigns. This service helps organizations build credibility and visibility through third-party validation in print, broadcast, and digital media platforms.
Crisis Communications
We prepare organizations for potential crises through proactive planning and media training programs. Our team develops comprehensive communications plans covering media relations, social media response, and stakeholder outreach during critical situations. This service helps protect organizational reputation and maintain trust during unexpected challenges or operational disruptions.
Social Media Strategy
Our social media experts create customized strategies that combine content development with influencer partnerships. We develop corporate social media protocols, execute targeted campaigns, and provide training for safe and effective online engagement. This service enhances brand visibility and audience connection through measurable digital platforms.
Event Planning
We specialize in planning and executing events of all sizes, from product launches to major festivals. Our services include venue selection, logistics coordination, and media relations for events. This comprehensive approach ensures successful audience engagement and brand promotion through memorable in-person and virtual experiences.
Content Development
Our team produces compelling content including annual reports, bylined articles, and custom publications. We combine journalistic storytelling with strategic messaging to position executives as industry leaders. This service helps organizations communicate their brand narrative through various formats including print materials, digital content, and executive speeches.
People
Amy Hanson
Account Supervisor
Amy Hanson brings extensive public relations experience to her role as Account Supervisor, managing client relationships and strategic communications initiatives.
Madeline Heintz
Texas Team Lead
Madeline Heintz leads our Texas operations with expertise in regional market strategies and client service excellence.
Mary Jo Lochmoeller
Controller
Mary Jo Lochmoeller oversees financial operations with precision and strategic insight, ensuring fiscal responsibility across all client projects.
Riley Mullgardt
Senior Account Executive
Riley Mullgardt provides strategic communications support with a focus on media relations and campaign execution.
Madeline Slattery
Senior Account Executive
Madeline Slattery delivers comprehensive PR solutions with expertise in client strategy and integrated communications planning.
Questions
What public relations services do you offer?
We provide media relations, crisis communications, social media strategy, event planning, and content development services tailored to client needs.
How do you handle crisis communications?
Our team develops proactive crisis plans and provides real-time support including media training, stakeholder messaging, and reputation management strategies.
Do you work with national clients?
While based in St. Louis, we serve clients nationwide with our team's expertise in regional and national media outreach.
How do you measure PR campaign success?
We track earned media impressions, social media engagement metrics, and client business outcomes aligned with campaign objectives.
What industries do you specialize in?
We work across sectors including healthcare, education, travel, and consumer brands with customized communications strategies.
