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Discover Our Comprehensive Communications Solutions

Under the guidance of Matt Ellis, former News Director at WBZ TV, Ellis Strategies Inc. offers an extensive array of consulting services tailored to diverse clientele. From expert public relations to media training to executive coaching, our team delivers impactful solutions.

With a prestigious collection of accolades, including the New England Emmy Award and the George Foster Peabody Award, Ellis Strategies has emerged as a local communications authority. Our commitment to affordability and efficacy is unwavering. We specialize in empowering executives, scientists, and thought leaders to craft and deliver compelling messages. Our PR & media training sets industry benchmarks for excellence.

Contact us today for a complimentary consultation and discover how Ellis Strategies can elevate your communication strategy to achieve extraordinary success

Our Core Services

For over 15 years, Ellis Strategies has been a communications leader throughout New England. Meet some of our clients, review our success stories, and learn more about our affordable and effective services below.

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Public Relations

What makes us a unique Boston-based public relations agency is that we are newsroom veterans and approach your PR needs with a deep understanding of how journalists think. What is your story and who is the audience? Understanding this allows us to shape and target your pitch. In the case of a public crisis we act fast to deploy our resources and seize control of the news cycle.

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Public Crisis Management

Our team at Ellis Strategies knows how to lower the temperature when the pressure is on, even in the most challenging situations. Our comprehensive crisis management services empower you to take control of the narrative and effectively communicate your message to audiences of all sizes, maintaining your reputation and credibility.

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Media Training

The Ellis Strategies team provides customized programs for media training in Boston for organizations, small groups, and individuals. We simulate a real TV interview and record your performance for immediate playback and critique. With our guidance you will learn how to answer the tough questions, stay on message, and deliver key points with confidence and conviction.

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Executive Coaching

We understand that executives are under constant pressure to communicate their company’s message to a diverse group of both internal and external stakeholders. Executives who understand how to engage with each audience get better results. We work closely with executives and management in the Boston area to help you refine your message and deliver it with poise and passion.

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Presentation Skills

Executives think strategically but they don’t always communicate that way. How you communicate your message to all possible audiences, whether it’s the latest innovation or a corporate restructuring, will determine how well it is received. Employees, stakeholders and reporters all respond to different cues. It’s not enough to give the facts; you have to shape the story.

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Video Production

Video is a powerful communications tool. Whether your video is viewed on a giant screen at a trade conference, or on a 6-inch iPhone screen, the right combination of imagery, music, voice over and interview sound is the best way to command attention and get your message heard. We will create a narrative that highlights your strengths and positions you well in the marketplace.

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About Us

The Ellis Strategies Advantage

Expert PR Services

Ellis Strategies provides expert PR services tailored to your needs.

Communications Coaching for Executives, Scientists, Thought Leaders

We offer communications coaching for executives, scientists, and thought leaders to enhance their effectiveness.

Public Crisis Management

Our team specializes in public crisis management, ensuring swift and strategic responses.

Shape and Deliver High-Impact Messages

We help shape and deliver high-impact messages that resonate with all audiences.

Media Training for All Levels

Ellis Strategies provides comprehensive media training for all levels to enhance communication skills and confidence.

Explore Our Success Stories

Since 2005, Ellis Strategies has worked with a diverse group of outstanding businesses, institutions, associations and individuals. Please view some of our recent success stories from various public relations, video production and media training clients.

Schools / Universities

Franchise Associations

Nonprofit organizations

Libraries / Museums

Corporations

Heart Brothers Foundation

Ellis Strategies was introduced to the Heart Brothers Foundation (HBF) through their long-time client Boston Residential Group and helped publicize the new Heart Brothers House, securing extensive media coverage and city official support. Their efforts have significantly boosted HBF’s awareness and fundraising, leading to the opening of a second Heart Brothers House to support heart transplant families.

Urban Land Institute

The Urban Land Institute (ULI) Boston District Council collaborates with various experts to create innovative programs for the region’s urban landscape. Ellis Strategies has significantly increased ULI’s public visibility, leading to major media coverage and legislative hearings on transportation funding prompted by ULI’s Hub and Spoke report.

Emmy Award

Peabody Award

Expertise Award

What Our Clients Say

"Working with Ellis strategies was effective in making me a confident public speaker. It was easy to work with Matt. He worked around my busy schedule, and his insight and tips were exactly what I needed to up my game in public speaking."

Dr. Martina Stippler

"Ellis Strategies played a crucial role in our non-profit's successful launch of a major program by developing a well-planned PR strategy, coordinating with media outlets, politicians, and managing critical event details. Their efforts resulted in extensive media coverage and local political engagement, positioning us for continued growth with their invaluable partnership."

Patrick Belmonte

"Thank you so much for an excellent experience! My Team was very satisfied!"

Dan Van Hise, RRT-NPS

"We rely on Matt for his strategic guidance. We have a long-standing, collaborative relationship that has resulted in substantial media attention and content creation."

Manikka Bowman

"Ellis Strategies really hit the mark for us. Their strategy helped us educate the public and the Legislature about the effectiveness of the Community Preservation Act. Matt and the team took control and drove the initiative to the finish line."

Stuart Saginor

"Matt helped us navigate a challenging communications situation. He helped refine our messaging, and brought deep expertise into the timing and sequencing of our message so we could maintain control of a dynamic situation. We planned very carefully, and everyone knew their role, and things unfolded exactly according to plan. He was a true pro in a high-stakes situation."

Adam Olenn

"Matt and his team have repeatedly demonstrated their ability to raise ULI Boston's profile, and increase the local media's coverage of real estate development, land use and urban planning. We count on Matt's knowledge and perspective to help guide our programming decisions."

Stephanie Wasser

"We rely on Matt’s insight to guide our PR and Marketing efforts. Over the years he and his team have demonstrated their ability to generate placements in key media outlets which have helped raise awareness of our company."

Stacy Brandon

"We’ve had great success working with Ellis Strategies. Matt and his team consistently provide us with new ideas for getting The Concord Group recognized by key journalists. His team has also been critical in helping us release white papers to our industry. We don’t make a PR move without consulting Ellis."