Great work gets overlooked when people don't understand it.
Most organizations struggle to communicate their impact because their message is too complicated, too inconsistent, or too focused on internal language.
The result?
- Employees aren't aligned.
- Stakeholders don't understand priorities.
- Partners interpret things differently.
- Communities miss the value being created.
Pregame helps organizations communicate complex ideas in ways people can understand, support, and act on.
This isn't old-school PR. This is impact amplification.
Communication Strategy & Messaging
Create a clear, consistent story that helps people understand your priorities, progress, and impact.
Ideal for:
- Strategic plans
- Major initiatives
- Public-facing programs
- Organizational change
- New leadership transitions
Internal Alignment & Change Communications
Communication isn't just external.
We help leadership teams communicate decisions, expectations, and priorities in ways that create understanding and reduce confusion.
This work often includes:
- Leadership messaging
- Staff communications
- Change communication plans
- Manager communication tools
- Stakeholder engagement strategies
Stop Doing This! Common Comms Mistakes
Your Message Is Too Complicated
People understand pieces of your work, but not the bigger picture.
Teams Aren't Telling the Same Story
Different departments, leaders, or partners communicate the work differently.
Communication Isn't Driving Action
People receive information but don't know what they're supposed to do next.
Change Is Creating Confusion
People know something is changing but don't understand why or what it means for them.
Stakeholders Need More Clarity
Board members, funders, partners, elected officials, or community members need a clearer understanding of your priorities and impact.
Great Work Isn't Getting Recognized
Your organization is creating results, but the story isn't reaching the people who matter.
Make Your Message a Win-Win.
Pregame will show you exactly how to:
- Clarify key messages
- Create communication strategies
- Simplify complex initiatives
- Align internal and external communications
- Navigate organizational change
- Build stakeholder understanding and support
- Connect communication efforts to strategic goals
Client Stories
Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund
We're simplifying and glowing up a complex public program so community members can better understand where funding is going and the impact it's creating.
Home Forward Strategic Plan Launch
A one-year community engagement and strategic planning process culminated in a full-day staff retreat to launch the plan and create mission alignment.
Governor's Conference on Tourism
We partner with the State of Oregon and its Tourism Commission on several initiatives, including its annual conference for destination marketing organizations and tourism businesses.
When my mind start to clickin'
And the strategy is mastered, the plot thicken.
GZA
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