Top Corporate Communications Consulting Experts

My career in public relations started 30 years ago with my first job at a television station. Since then, I have worked for Fortune 500 companies in the fast food, pharmaceutical, healthcare, and telecommunication industries. As an award-winning corporate communicator, I help senior leaders, teams, and employees make powerful connections with their audiences internally and externally.But, in 2017, I got laid off.Not one to focus on a closed door too long, I started using the fractional communications model for companies needing comprehensive communication expertise and strategic guidance on a part-time or contractual basis. I started Constant Communicators to offer support in the following areas:Corporate Communication-

Stephen is a senior communications strategist with nearly 20 years of experience leading public affairs, media relations, crisis communication, and executive messaging for complex, mission-driven organizations. He specializes in helping leaders translate complex issues into clear, credible narratives that build trust with both internal and external audiences. Drawing on deep experience in high-stakes communication environments, Steve provides insight on leadership communication, reputation management, and the evolving intersection of technology, media, and public trust.

Tieja MacLaughlin is a sought-after public relations and crisis management consultant for individuals, executives, and brands who are experiencing reputation damage including social media fallout, legal issues, and other sensitive matters that may attract media attention or public scrutiny. Tieja offers a no nonsense real-world approach to traditional crisis communications, and is frequently relied upon as a strategic asset in high-stakes scenarios. Tieja’s background in media and communications, combined with her personal lived experience, has bolstered her natural ability to seamlessly navigate chaos and turn reputational disasters into redemption arcs. www.tiejamaclaughlin.com

Sharon Delaney McCloud, CSP® is an Emmy Award-winning journalist, a Certified Speaking Professional and entrepreneur who has spent her career helping people harness the power of communication and human connection. After two decades in television news, Sharon co-founded a communications agency that grew into a three-time Inc. 5000 company. Today, she works with leaders and organizations around the world to strengthen professional presence, tell better stories, and build the relationships that drive lasting impact through her framework, The Connection Economy. Her life has taken her from growing up in East Africa to carrying the Olympic torch, performing for U.S. troops in the Persian Gulf, and navigating the joys and challenges of raising a family while building an ambitious career. At the heart of Sharon’s work is a simple belief: how we show up for people matters and the connections we invest in today can shape our legacy for generations.

Stepan Kazaryan is a Business Management Consultant focused on digital presence, professional evaluation, and how public information shapes decision-making in modern business environments. His work centers on helping organizations and professionals understand how they are perceived before direct interaction occurs. In search-driven systems, evaluation often happens silently and quickly. Stepan advises clients on building structured digital foundations that support credibility over time. His approach emphasizes clarity, consistency, and responsible positioning rather than short-term visibility tactics. He works with executives, founders, and professional service providers who recognize that digital footprints influence trust, partnerships, and opportunity flow. By aligning websites, public profiles, and third-party references, Stepan helps create stable professional narratives that reduce uncertainty during evaluation. Rather than focusing on reactive measures, his advisory framework prioritizes preparation. This includes analyzing how search results present a name, how information connects across platforms, and how inconsistencies affect perception. The goal is to strengthen long-term positioning in a way that feels natural and sustainable. Stepan frequently writes and speaks about digital identity, credibility signals, and the structural factors that influence professional trust in online environments. His perspective reflects a broader shift in how professionals are assessed in the age of search and public information accessibility. Through disciplined strategy and steady execution, Stepan Kazaryan helps clients maintain clarity in environments where perception often forms before conversation begins.

Olha Boiko is an award-winning, internationally recognised communications leader with over 11 years of experience spanning agency and corporate environments. CIPR-qualified (Professional PR Diploma) and currently pursuing an Executive MBA at the University of York, she integrates strategic business acumen with global communication practice. As Senior Vice President at Innovecs, Olha led a team of 24 communication and marketing professionals and has directed the company’s international brand strategy during its expansion into Poland, Romania, Hungary, Latin America and the UK. She architected the communication transformation of Innovecs from a single corporate entity into four distinct industry-focused sub-brands, establishing differentiated positioning and securing industry recognition across multiple markets. Her leadership in PR and internal communication contributed to major international accolades, including the company’s recognition at the Ragan Employee Communications Award (US) and the Global Good Award (UK). She also secured strategic media coverage in respected outlets such as Forbes, TechRadar and Entrepreneur, elevating executive visibility and strengthening corporate reputation globally. Olha is the recipient of Employer Brand Leader of the Year Award and recognition at the Davos Digital PR Awards (Leader of the Future Category Winner). Beyond corporate leadership, Olha serves as Communications Director and Board Member for IABC EMENA and mentors emerging communication leaders worldwide.

I have a large list of brand and segment experts that I connect with journalist and I myself have a level of expertise in tabletop, fashion, water conservation, spiritual topics, healthcare and marketing!

I help leaders, brands, and organisations build visibility that translates into trust, opportunity, and influence. As a communications strategist and executive brand consultant with more than 15 years of experience across the Caribbean, the USA, the UK, and Africa, I have led public relations, stakeholder engagement, and crisis communications strategies that have repositioned national brands, restructured organisations, and shifted public narratives. I am the Founder and Principal Consultant of Outright Concepts Ltd, a communications and reputation advisory that partners with governments, NGOs, and global brands to design strategies that integrate narrative, culture, and strategy. My clients include PAHO/WHO, PADF, Conference Connection, Iconiq Creative and multiple Ministries of Government. Over my career, I have delivered over USD $1M in earned media value, strengthened public confidence, and built reputational systems that last. I also serve as an Adjunct Lecturer at the Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business, teaching Crisis and Reputation Management, and the College of Science, Technology & Applied Arts of Trinidad and Tobago (COSTAATT) teaching communications and presentation skills. I also facilitate workshops for senior leaders on managing risk and credibility in complex environments. My career has spanned both public and private sectors — from national festivals and infrastructure campaigns to executive communication and digital transformation. Along the way, I have learned that visibility is not vanity. It’s leadership currency. It is how organisations earn trust and how leaders move from awareness to influence. I also coach professionals and executives on crafting authority-driven visibility strategies — helping them find clarity, confidence, and credibility in how they show up online and in real life.

Linda Carlisle is a communications and culture advisor with 35+ years of experience helping organizations navigate complex change, including M&A integration, restructurings and layoffs, leadership transitions, technology implementations, and large-scale business transformation. A Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP), she advises leaders on change communications, organizational culture, employee trust and engagement, executive communications, and workforce readiness. Her experience spans manufacturing, financial services, and other complex organizations, with particular expertise in communicating during high-stakes moments when leadership decisions, employee experience, culture, and business performance intersect.

Dawn Carrington is a crisis communications and reputation strategist who has advised three heads of state including UK Prime Minister Lord David Cameron, HM Queen Elizabeth II, HM King Charles III, Prince William, Mayor of London, FTSE 100 leaders, Dragon’s Den judges, and high‑growth startups and scale-ups. A go‑to media commentator, she can be interviewed on issues such as political scandals, government crises, royal family and monarchy PR, natural disasters and emergencies, policing and public‑sector scandals, media storms, social pile‑ons, cancel culture, deepfakes, AI deception and misinformation, tech, cybersecurity and data‑privacy crises, and leaks. With 20+ years experience including organisations such as the Cabinet Office, AstraZeneca and Samaritans, Dawn specialises in helping leaders survive “the worst day” of their career, explaining, on air or in print, how crises unfold, why some destroy reputations while others don’t, and providing expert commentary around breaking stories.

Ten-plus years of communications and content strategy. Communications manager highly focused on bringing together siloed departments to create streamlined external communications and inform product messaging across entire company. Created communications strategy in highly regulated financial space with constantly changing regulations for publicly traded company. Successfully executed surprise CEO announcement of new product launch. Landed national coverage in Forbes, Insider Intelligence, TechCrunch, Financial Times, Wall Street Journal, CNBC’s Closing Bell, Fintech Magazine, PYMNTS, Fintech Times (UK), and The Financial Brand, Fintech Magazine, PYMNTS, Payments Dive, Fintech Futures, and Protocol. Landed exclusive in Reuters for Marqeta for Banking Launch. Trusted by C-suite leadership to create executive speaking strategy, train and staff executives for appearances, and write presentations. Takes on projects outside of typical communications roles when needed for the betterment of the organization such as revamping Gopuff’s entire all-hands meeting strategy and implementing project management software for communications team and Marqeta. AREAS OF EXPERTISE: Product Communications Product Launches Executive Staffing Public Relations Earned Media Digital Marketing Public Affairs Content Strategy Project Management PRopel PM Software Client On-boarding Team Management B2B & B2C Technical Writing Event Management

With over 25 years of combined corporate and agency experience, Denise is an accomplished corporate communications executive with extensive experience leading strategic initiatives within dynamic organizations. A proven leader in navigating complex business challenges, executing turnaround and growth strategies, and driving revenue and profitability goals while ensuring stakeholder alignment and customer satisfaction. As a communications consultant, Denise has driven media relations and content marketing for a range of clients including a large retail healthcare business support organization to cybersecurity and enterprise software startups making significant imprints in the global AI market.

I’m Cristy Verdeja Zaldívar—a strategic communications and marketing leader with over 15 years of experience transforming how brands connect, grow, and lead. As CEO of Pointe Connect, I consult for companies across industries—from nimble startups to global Fortune 500s—offering high-level strategy rooted in clarity, creativity, and results. I specialize in diagnosing challenges, crafting messaging that resonates, and building marketing and communications frameworks that drive real business impact. Known for my sharp instincts and innovative thinking, I’m the person teams call when they need to elevate their brand, reset their approach, or navigate complexity with confidence. My expertise spans corporate communications, PR, digital strategy, crisis and issues management, and multicultural marketing. I’ve advised industry giants, led global campaigns, and built cross-functional teams that deliver. I’m a bilingual storyteller (English/Spanish + conversational French) with a global mindset and a deep belief in the power of connection. Whether I’m guiding an executive team or rolling up my sleeves with a small business owner, I bring vision, structure, and momentum to every engagement.

I have spent 20 years leading communications in the financial and non-profit sectors across EMEA and APAC helping organisations achieve their ambitions by communicating clearly why they exist, telling their unique story and sharing their vision, clearly, consistently and powerfully to increase long-term value and reputation. My experience has covered FTSE100 companies (RELX, Aviva, Prudential), the consulting sector (Citibank, KPMG, AMS) and the non-profit sector focused on trade and finance (HKTDC, CFA Institute, IFRS Foundation/ISSB). With Caine Strategies, I support FTSE100 companies and other large organisations evolve their sustainability communications for a new reporting era, with the impending arrival of the UKSRS. I offer a first-hand understanding of the intersection between finance and sustainability and how to communicate these themes in a way that land with investors and other stakeholder groups, unlocking capital flows and reinforcing companies' license to operate. I also support small businesses with foundational PR and I provide honest and creative advice to founders to sharpen their positioning and craft narratives that strengthen and grow their companies. I am particularly adept at identifying the stories that will land in the press, and by leveraging effective media relations strategies, I help founders gain the media visibility they seek. With deep experience in both developing and executing integrated strategies, I can help any organisation enhance their communications and reputation. I have expertise in the entire spectrum of the function: media relations and internal communications, content development and crisis and issues management. I can work with you through retainer contracts, fractional leadership or short-term projects. My style is friendly, kind and honest and I see the world through a big-picture international lens. I enjoy mentoring and seeing my clients flourish and grow. Featured in South China Morning Post, Oriental Daily and Tatler.

Brea Watts is an AI-driven Strategic Communications Expert and founder of B.Spoke Strategies, with more than a decade of experience shaping executive narratives for tech companies and universities in Silicon Valley and Washington, DC. She has elevated thought leadership for top industry figures—including advancing the former Intel CEO’s influence through strategic communications, social media, and global product launches that reached audiences of 10M+. Brea’s work amplifies expert voices and executive leadership on AI, technology innovation, public health, and higher education, with thought leadership placements in major media outlets such as CNN, Forbes and NPR. Now based in DC, she partners with leaders to expand visibility, drive authentic engagement, and protect brand reputation in the digital age. Known for creating bespoke communications strategies rooted in authenticity and impact, Brea is available for commSentary, interviews, and insights on executive messaging, tech innovation, and AI’s role in reputation management.

Communications Consultant | Board Advisor | Speaker | Ex-RedBull, Ex-Intuit | Creator of the TRUST Method | Podcast Host | I help you build a Personal Brand to better communicate your value. I am a communications expert with 25 years of international experience in communications, public relations, content marketing and personal branding. I worked with leading brands, agencies, and influencers in the MEA region, as well as global companies such as RedBull, Intuit, General Motors, to name a few. I speak, deliver workshops & masterclasses, and work with clients on how to use communications & build a personal brand to directly impact and grow their business and career.

I’m an independent Strategic Communications and PR Advisor with 14 years of international experience working across hospitality, travel, luxury, lifestyle and consumer brands. My expertise spans media relations, reputation management, brand positioning, crisis communications, executive communications and strategic storytelling. I advise companies and senior leaders on how to build visibility, strengthen their positioning and communicate effectively with media, consumers and other key stakeholders. Having built my career across several European markets and now being based in New York, I bring an international perspective to communications and understand how brands, reputations and consumer expectations can differ across markets and cultures. I have worked with hospitality groups, luxury hotels, travel brands, medical and aesthetic businesses, as well as senior executives and founders. I can provide expert commentary on PR and communications strategy, reputation and crisis management, hospitality and travel trends, luxury and lifestyle marketing, influencer and creator relations, media relations, brand storytelling, executive positioning, international communications and the evolving relationship between brands, media and consumers. I also have extensive experience managing communications around openings, launches, partnerships, major events and sensitive reputational issues, and I regularly work directly with journalists across international and U.S. media. My insights have been featured in publications including Forbes and Moneywise, with coverage also syndicated across major platforms including Yahoo Finance and AOL. I’m particularly interested in contributing practical, clear and informed perspectives that go beyond generic PR advice and reflect how communications decisions work in real-world business situations.

Key business partner to global Human Resources, Ethics, and Inclusion and Diversity functions. Focus on Content Strategy, Strategic Media Relations, and training. Champion of public relations and thought leadership activities related to Eaton’s culture and mission.

Don Weber is a global communication strategist, human intelligence (HUMINT) expert, and executive coach whose life tells a story of survival, reinvention, and mastery. For over 15 years, he worked in international intelligence operations across 90+ countries, operating under multiple identities and navigating environments where one wrong move could have easily cost him his life or worse. During his years as a U.S. government field operative under the George Bush administration, Don gathered intelligence across South America, Africa, and Europe, working with organized crime figures, foreign agents, and volatile political networks. One of his covers placed him in Antwerp’s diamond trade circles and other uniquely challenging environments, where he learned to build rapport across diverse groups others could not. After leaving intelligence work, he dedicated his life to helping others communicate authentically and lead with awareness. Over the past decade, he has become one of Europe’s most respected executive communication coaches, training royalty, EU diplomats, ambassadors, senior politicians, and Fortune 500 executives across major European capitals. Trained in martial arts for real-life situations, Don learned techniques to disable or neutralize threats when necessary. He combines that practical training with lifelong meditation practice, blending the discipline of combat with the stillness of mindfulness to create a grounded, authentic approach to leadership and communication.

An award-winning marketing professional who earned her stripes on Madison Avenue and at major television networks, Stacey excels at taking brands to market and leveraging each client's unique voice to build impactful campaigns. In 1998, Stacey founded Co-Communications, a marketing communications agency serving clients in real estate, education, healthcare, nonprofit, economic development, and professional services. Her accolades include Forbes Enterprise, PRSA Practitioner of the Year, City & State NY/Power100, City & State Who’s Who in Communications, and Crain's New York Business' Notable Leader in Advertising, Marketing, and PR. A contributor at Entrepreneur and The Huffington Post, Stacey has been featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America, USA Today, Newsweek, and more. Her TEDx talk on personal branding has reached over 1.3 million viewers. She holds a BS from Syracuse University, an MBA from Fordham University, and a certificate in Media, Entertainment, & Technology from NYU Leonard Stern School of Business. A sought-after speaker, Stacey has delivered talks at Fortune 500 companies and global education institutions. She is an adjunct Hospitality marketing professor at Fordham University and serves on Fordham’s Real Estate Institute Council Executive Advisory Council. An entrepreneur at heart, Stacey started her first business at 14. Stacey is especially passionate about lifting the next generation. Through her best-selling Brand Up books (Post Hill Press/Simon & Schuster), she equips teens and emerging professionals with tools to stand out and shine in college, career, and beyond. She also contributes to workforce reentry efforts, including a Ukrainian refugee initiative. Whether leading a workshop or delivering a keynote, Stacey’s north star is helping individuals and businesses find their voice and their path with clarity.