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www.thinkwixted.com

West Des Moines, Iowa, United States

Wixted & Company is a full-service strategic communications firm helping organizations manage risk, tell their stories, and engage stakeholders.

Wixted & Company is a full-service strategic communications firm that helps organizations and leaders communicate with purpose, strength and clarity to protect and advance their brands. With a team of seasoned journalists and communications professionals, the firm provides crisis and issues management, strategic counsel, and the development and execution of integrated communications plans and campaigns. Services span media relations, training and video production, and the firm acts as an extension of clients’ teams to deliver measurable results across diverse industries.

Help clients communicate with purpose, strength and clarity to achieve their goals.

What we offer

Crisis Communication

Service

Expert Guidance For Organizations Facing High-Risk Situations.

www.thinkwixted.com/services/crisis-communication

Communication Strategy & Writing

Service

Enhance your organization’s communication with tailored strategies and impactful messaging.

www.thinkwixted.com/services/communication-strategy-and-writing

Media & Trade Media Relations

Service

Maximize media exposure and secure coverage to enhance public perception.

www.thinkwixted.com/services/media-and-trade-media-relations

Communication Training

Service

Enhance communication skills for media, presentations, and stakeholder engagement through intensive training.

www.thinkwixted.com/services/communication-training

Video

Service

Create Engaging Videos That Communicate Key Messages Effectively.

www.thinkwixted.com/services/video

More information about our offering

Crisis Communication

Crisis Communication partners with organizations during low-frequency, high-risk events, providing strategy to develop the message platform, the crisis communication plan, and the training needed to manage an issue, incident or crisis. Wixted & Company delivers strategic counsel, messaging, and readiness across a coordinated plan, acting as an extension of the client's team to guide communications with the media, stakeholders and the public.

  • Develop A Tailored Plan
    Designing a comprehensive plan addressing potential crisis events ensures effective and timely communication responses.
  • Enhance Team Readiness
    Training equips teams with the skills and confidence needed to execute effective communication during crises.
  • Ensure Consistent Messaging
    Crafting a messaging framework allows for cohesive communication that maintains credibility and trust during crises.
  • Manage Communications Actively
    Providing real-time support during an evolving situation helps mitigate risks and maintains stakeholder trust.
  • Identify Risks Early
    Developing an issues management plan equips organizations to handle crises more effectively by anticipating challenges.

Communication Strategy & Writing

Communication Strategy & Writing helps diffuse hostile public dialogue, prepare issue-specific talking points, and align communication vehicles with organizational goals. The service starts with issue discovery and evolves into a tailored strategic communications plan supported by stakeholder analysis and pre-written materials such as news releases, media advisories, holding statements, and talking points. It also covers internal communications to ensure consistent messaging across audiences.

  • Defuse Hostile Dialogue
    Effectively manage and mitigate public dissent through strategic communication.
  • Create Tailored Communication Plans
    Customize communication strategies to align with specific organizational goals.
  • Ensure Consistent Messaging
    Align internal communications with external messaging for cohesive brand representation.
  • Guide Messaging with Insights
    Utilize stakeholder insights to tailor communication effectively.
  • Craft Issue-Specific Talking Points
    Prepare stakeholders with clear and focused messaging for various issues.
  • Ready-to-Use Communication Tools
    Access a collection of essential communication documents for efficient messaging.

Media & Trade Media Relations

Media & Trade Media Relations develops tailored plans to generate positive news, pre-empt negative coverage, and secure placements on local, regional and national media. The service includes press releases, media advisories, media pitching and outreach to industry and trade outlets, leveraging relationships to reach target audiences.

  • Gain Media Coverage
    Utilize tailored media pitches to connect with journalists, ensuring your story resonates and garners attention.
  • Enhance Visibility
    Achieve widespread visibility through strategic media placements across key platforms, leveraging existing relationships in the industry.
  • Streamline Message Distribution
    Create compelling press releases that articulate your message effectively, ensuring vital information reaches target audiences with clarity.
  • Target Niche Markets
    Establish connections with trade publications and niche outlets to communicate specialized information, effectively reaching key professionals.
  • Optimize Messaging Strategy
    Craft a comprehensive communication plan that aligns with business objectives, enhancing clarity and consistency in media interactions.

Communication Training

Communication Training offers intensive, customizable programs to build skills in media handling, presentations, stakeholder engagement, and related topics. Programs are interactive, delivered in person or virtually, and include on-camera practice, feedback, and media preparation, with tracks for stakeholder engagement and presentation training.

  • Prepare For Media Interactions
    Training equips participants to effectively handle interviews, ensuring they communicate their key messages with confidence.
  • Create Tailored Programs
    Wixted offers flexible training sessions designed specifically to meet individual organizational requirements and goals.
  • Practice in Realistic Settings
    Participants engage in on-camera drills that mirror real interview scenarios, enhancing their comfort and competence.
  • Enhance Presentation Skills
    Participants receive strategies to construct audience-centered messages and deliver them authentically in various settings.
  • Engage Key Stakeholders
    This training focuses on facilitating effective dialogues and presentations aimed at critical stakeholders in any organization.
  • Experience Intensive Learning
    Boot camps provide an immersive experience for participants to develop communication skills rapidly and effectively.

Video

Wixted & Company's videos create an effective way for our clients to share key messages with their key stakeholders. From company overviews and executive highlights to product launches and informational business productions, we oversee the entire process from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

  • Develop Memorable Scripts
    Our experienced team delivers unique concepts and scripts that engage audiences and communicate essential messages.
  • Deliver in Multiple Formats
    Expertise in both live and pre-recorded formats allows us to meet your messaging needs across various platforms.
  • Schedule Convenient Filming
    Filming for key interviews and B-roll is scheduled at convenient times, ensuring quality and timely production.
  • Enhance Visual Quality
    Our audio and visual experts ensure optimal lighting and staging for professional and polished video output.
  • Produce High-Quality Graphics
    Incorporating original graphics enhances the visual appeal of videos, making the final product impactful.