Business Details
15 Years
experience
Expert Government Communications & Branding Solutions
Slate Communications has been dedicated to transforming local government communications for 12 years, leveraging the expertise of former in-house public sector professionals. Our approach integrates strategic communications, community storytelling, and brand development to foster trust and engagement between governments and residents. Specializing in tailored solutions like economic development marketing, award-winning publications, and stakeholder-driven branding, we prioritize transparency and inclusivity.Our team's deep understanding of municipal challenges allows us to craft data-driven strategies that enhance public engagement and support long-term community growth. With a proven track record across Colorado, Texas, and beyond, we empower local governments to connect authentically with their audiences. Our commitment to innovation and client-centric service has earned recognition from municipalities and regional leaders nationwide.
Services
Strategic Communications
Community Publications
Local Government Branding
Economic Development Marketing
Video & Photography
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We have 12 years of specialized experience in local government communications.
- Our team includes former in-house municipal communicators with firsthand sector knowledge.
- We deliver customized strategic plans addressing unique community needs.
- We implement proven stakeholder engagement methodologies for branding initiatives.
- Our work consistently improves transparency and resident trust metrics.
What people say
Experienced and professional team
Enhanced visibility and credibility
Dedicated to community connection
Proactive approach to engagement
Thorough and effective process
Services
Strategic Communications
We develop comprehensive communication strategies that align municipal goals with community needs. Our approach combines stakeholder research, targeted messaging frameworks, and multi-channel deployment to enhance government transparency and resident engagement. With proven methodologies refined over 12 years, we help local governments navigate complex challenges like economic development initiatives and crisis communication scenarios. Our track record demonstrates measurable improvements in public trust metrics and policy adoption rates through data-driven strategies.
Community Publications
Our team creates impactful print and digital publications that strengthen community-government relationships. From annual reports to recreation guides, each publication combines compelling storytelling with strategic design to increase civic awareness. We prioritize accessibility and inclusivity while maintaining brand consistency across materials. The award-winning publications we produce serve as both informational resources and engagement tools that foster local pride and participation in municipal affairs through well-crafted, community-specific content.
Local Government Branding
We develop authentic community identities that resonate with residents and stakeholders. Our EPIC branding process involves comprehensive stakeholder engagement, historical research, and iterative design to create enduring visual systems. The branding solutions we deliver extend beyond logos to include complete brand guidelines, messaging frameworks, and implementation strategies that support long-term community recognition and consistent municipal representation across all touchpoints.
Economic Development Marketing
Our economic development strategies help municipalities attract and retain businesses through targeted marketing campaigns. We showcase local assets, create compelling investment materials, and develop digital platforms that highlight community advantages. The solutions we implement help cities compete for business opportunities while maintaining authentic messaging that reflects local character and economic strengths through comprehensive marketing ecosystems.
Video & Photography
We produce professional video and photographic content that enhances government communication efforts. Our visual storytelling services cover economic development showcases, public service announcements, and community event documentation. Using aerial drone footage, interview production, and campaign videography, we create visually engaging content that simplifies complex municipal messages and increases public understanding of local government initiatives across multiple platforms.
People
Kim Newcomer
Founder | CEO
With over 12 years of leadership in government communications, Kim established Slate Communications to bridge the gap between municipalities and residents. Her expertise stems from hands-on public sector experience and a passion for strengthening community trust through strategic engagement initiatives that drive meaningful civic participation.
Ryan Burke
Founder | Storyteller
As a founding partner, Ryan brings creative storytelling expertise to municipal challenges. His approach combines public sector insights with narrative techniques to craft compelling community messages that resonate with diverse audiences and enhance local government communication effectiveness.
Brandi Allen
Project Manager
Brandi oversees client projects with precision, leveraging her public administration background to ensure seamless execution. Her focus on stakeholder coordination and timely delivery has made her a trusted resource for municipalities implementing communication and branding initiatives.
Shannon Chaffee
Graphic Designer
Shannon's design expertise translates municipal messages into visually compelling materials. Her work on branding systems and publications consistently receives acclaim for balancing aesthetic appeal with clear communication of municipal priorities to diverse community audiences.
Mike Greenwald
Sr. Art Director
With extensive experience in visual communication, Mike leads design efforts that align with strategic communication goals. His leadership ensures creative excellence across branding projects, publications, and marketing materials that effectively represent community identities and government priorities.
Questions
What services does Slate Communications specialize in?
We focus on strategic government communications, municipal branding, community publications, economic development marketing, and visual storytelling through photography and videography.
How does Slate Communications approach local government branding?
We use our proprietary EPIC process involving stakeholder engagement, historical research, iterative design, and comprehensive implementation strategies to create enduring community identities.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Colorado, we serve municipalities nationwide, with specific expertise in the Mountain West and Texas regions through established case studies.
What makes your community publications unique?
Our publications combine data-driven content strategies with award-winning design to create customized resources that increase civic awareness and foster local pride.
How do you measure success in communications projects?
We track improvements in public engagement metrics, trust indicators, policy adoption rates, and client-specific KPIs to demonstrate tangible results from our initiatives.
What experience does your team have in local government?
Our team includes former municipal communicators with decades of combined experience in public sector communications, policy implementation, and community engagement.
