Communicating impact for purpose-driven brands

Welcome

I’m Kristen Kerecman, founder of Impact Communications Collaborative. With two decades of experience in global communications and marketing, I understand that great ideas can only make an impact when they reach the right audience. 

True impact occurs when your message connects with the right people—whether they are donors, policy makers, communities, or stakeholders. I partner with purpose-driven organizations to craft compelling, strategic communications and programming that amplifies their mission and drives results.

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Get communications and brand support that accelerates your social & environmental impact.

  • "An authentic, resilient, and positive force, Kristen is a strategic leader who excels in driving change with empathy and clarity."

    — Thomas Zurbuchen, Former Science Administrator, NASA

  • "Kerecman’s creativity, expertise, and execution are the best in the business for bringing big ideas to the public and policy makers. I still get compliments everywhere I go for the innovative communication strategies she put in place at our organization years ago. We were so lucky to work with her."

    – H. Luke Shaefer, PhD, Director of Poverty Solutions and the Hermann and Amalie Kohn Professor of Social Justice and Social Policy and Professor of Public Policy at the University of Michigan

  • "Kristen is a rare talent who combines creativity, expert knowledge, and strategic thinking to deliver impact. Her authenticity, collaborative spirit, and drive to solve complex challenges are inspiring."

    Dave T. Reid, Assistant Vice President, Strategic Communications and Marketing
    University of Michigan

  • "Kristen organized, designed, and laid out a groundbreaking 380-page report for the incoming Obama Administration, uniting over 30 national conservation organizations—the sole reason it was so effective and impactful."

    — Don Barry, former Executive Vice President of The Wilderness Society

  • "Kristen made substantial contributions to conservation campaigns, from spearheading the development of a playbook for the new presidential administration to protecting public lands. She excels at reading a room and mobilizing individuals in pursuit of a common goal."

    – Dave Slater, Senior Communications Director at The Wilderness Society (2002-2010)

Strategy and Content Creation

From in-depth research and stakeholder assessments to full-spectrum content strategies, I craft compelling content—whether video, written articles, or social media assets—that ensures your messaging resonates with the right audiences. With results measurement integral to the process, you’ll see the impact at every stage. A cohesive strategy and versatile content, managed from start to finish.

Services

Impact Reporting

Highlight your achievements with tailored impact reports, dashboards, and campaigns that not only showcase results but also inspire action. Whether you're tracking sustainability goals, demonstrating the value of public benefit initiatives, or illustrating the impact of donor funds, I’ll help you create compelling, results-driven narratives that connect with your audience.

Advocacy and Policy Communications

Your work has depth, but it needs to resonate with busy decision-makers. I develop communication strategies that distill complex data and research into clear, actionable messages that capture attention and drive understanding, ensuring your audience grasps the importance of your mission.

Collaborative Project Management

Feeling the challenge of uniting multiple moving parts into a cohesive strategy? I specialize in transforming complex, multi-department or cross-partner projects into clear, goal-oriented plans. From establishing partnership agreements to setting shared communication goals, content development, and monitoring and evaluation, I ensure every element aligns for maximum impact.

Brand Building

Build a brand that stands out with purpose-driven strategies designed to engage stakeholders, foster partnerships, and execute impactful campaigns. Using a blend of digital marketing, events, SEO, and media outreach, I’ll help communicate your core values and amplify your social impact to make a lasting impression.

Explore my content here and on my personal site Nesting Afar.

Start telling your impact story.

Children hitch a ride on the way to a community consultation in the Philippines.