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Your/Nation

Public relations, branding and design—done with strategy, soul, and zero fluff.

We’re the best (and most trusted) professionals you'll meet. We give killer advice and help you sleep better at night. (Tuck-in service not included, sorry.)

We don’t believe in selling you overpriced, underperforming nonsense.
87% of our clients came to us after being burned by a “marketing” agency.
So go ahead, tell us how they hurt you.

We’ll help you rebuild what they broke and do it right this time.

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Our Services

  • Your reputation is your brand. Reputation drives relevance. Brand builds trust. And in a world where sales never sleep, your story has to show up with just as much hustle.

    Today’s customers expect more: purpose, presence, and proof that you’re worth backing.

    We craft PR strategies that spark conversations, build trust, and make your next move impossible to ignore.

    Let’s build a brand they believe in and talk about.

  • Crises are what keep CEOs up at night. But the real risk? Facing one without a plan. A single misstep can shake trust, stall growth, or take over the narrative. We don’t just react—we prepare.

    Our approach keeps you steady during uncertain times by minimizing damage, protecting your reputation, and setting the stage for a stronger comeback. Because the right PR partner doesn’t wait for the fallout. From high-stakes moments to long-term strategy, having the right team in place makes all the difference.

    Go ahead and sleep. We’ve got this.

  • First impressions matter and your brand is often your first. But it’s more than just visuals—it’s the story you tell, the space you hold, and the feeling you leave behind. 

    When your brand aligns with your purpose, everything clicks. You show up more confidently. You attract the right people. You build trust that lasts. 

    We help turn your ideas, instincts, and inspiration into a brand strategy and identity you’re proud to stand behind. When you believe in your brand, everyone else does too.

    Whether you’re leveling up or just starting out, it’s time to build a brand with the strategy to back your ambition. 

    Ready to build a brand that feels like you and works like a strategy?
    Let’s create something powerful.

  • Forget the cookie-cutter playbooks. One-size-fits-all marketing plans won’t cut it and honestly, they never did. Your audience is too smart, and your brand’s too bold, for generic plans and guesswork.

    Smart, strategic campaigns are what cut through the noise and actually speak to your audience. Real growth comes from intentional strategy, authentic messaging, and smart use of your time and resources. Whether it’s campaign development, audience targeting, or content planning, the goal is always the same: amplify your message and drive results without wasting time (or budget) on tactics that don’t move the needle.

    Launching something new? Reigniting your presence? You’ve got the vision. Now it’s time for the tools and follow-through to get it done right.

  • Good design doesn’t just look nice—it works hard. Standing out and having your audience take notice requires a constant flow of fresh content and new approaches to outreach. Our creative solutions are crafted with strategy, intention, and a deep understanding of what moves your audience. Whether you’re launching something new or refreshing the old, we help you show up sharp, current, and unforgettable across digital and print.

    We tailor every design plan to your goals, your message, and your moment so you’re not just keeping up, you’re setting the pace.

    WHAT WE DESIGN:

    Print Design: Brochures, flyers, banners, ads, posters, catalogs, logos, branding, newsletters & more

    Digital Design: Web, email, social media, digital advertising, and everything in between

    Because design isn’t decoration. It’s communication with style.

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How we think

Communications is a social science

COMMS/NATION is a strategic communications agency helping bold ideas break through with design, insight, and intention.

We don’t just create. We study, strategize, and design with purpose. Our work is rooted in evidence-based, human-centered thinking that sparks conversation and drives real results.

We believe communications should evolve the best parts of humanity not just sell products that disappear into the noise. Your story deserves the edge of creativity, the weight of strategy, and design that actually resonates.

WHO WE WORK WITH:

Professional services. Consulting providers. Forward-thinking market leaders. The questioners. The builders. The ones who know their message matters.

If you're a CEO, founder, or Head of Comms tired of the same old messaging, you're our kind of people..

THE SOCIAL SCIENCES THAT GUIDE OUR WORK:

🧠 Anthropology: understanding how people are and how they can be
💭 Philosophy: understanding how people think
🤝 Sociology: understanding how people interact
❤️ Emotional Intelligence: understanding the predictive nature of actions

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22 Industry Awards. Countless Client Wins.

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Get to know us

Built by two best friends who believed the world deserved bolder stories and brands brave enough to tell them.

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Future/COMMS BLOG

  • How Design Impacts Public Perception: Why Good Branding Matters

    Design isn’t just about looking goodit’s about being understood. Learn how your branding shapes perception, builds trust, and influences how people feel about your business from the very first glance.

  • COMMS/NATION Expands National Operations and Moves Westward to Tucson, Arizona

    COMMS/NATION LLC, an award-winning full-service public relations, design, and marketing agency, have traded the bright lights of NYC for the bold frontier of AZ—bringing nationwide strategy and reach to the wild, wild West.

  • Creative branding process with color palette swatches and brand sketching for small business.

    The 5 Most Common Branding Mistakes Small Businesses Make (and How to Fix Them)

    Branding missteps happen especially when you’re doing it all yourself. In this post, we’re calling out five of the most common branding mistakes small businesses make and ways to fix them.

  • "Andrea is a dream to work with. Great communication and effort. Excellent experience."

    — S. Dunagan

  • "The team were amazing! They were able to take our vision and make it a reality. We knew the message that we wanted our brand to send but we had no clue how to get there or what that would look like. They were able to bring our brand and what we stood for to life. We would recommend COMMS/NATION to any business needing to rebrand or looking for a brand identity. Clean work with a modern feel and great communication. Highly recommend."

    — NorthNode Group Counesling

  • "I highly recommend COMMS/NATION if you are looking for an effective and credible PR company!! Thank you Andrea for helping my podcast to receive more visibility which in turn has opened up a world of new opportunities for me and the brand! Your work is impeccable and the attention to detail that you gave to me as your client was more than I could have ever asked for."

    — Sistahs Connect Podcast

  • "The team did an awesome job custom designing a report for us. They were creative, professional, timely, responsive and their finished product generated great reviews. I would recommend working with them and will definitely be reaching out to them for future projects."

    — FixUS

  • "Christina did an awesome job of completing work on time, make edits swiftly as needed and working to perfect this project. She was on top of every small detail and truly perfected this piece. We will be using her in the future for many more projects!"

    — Royal Care

  • "Great work quickly turning around a calendar and holiday card for our business. Great eye for photography and developing pieces that reflected the clean/modern aesthetic we were going for. Responsive to feedback and generally fun and easy to work with!"

    — DRSi Printing

Contact Us

Let’s talk about what you’re building and how we can help bring it to life.

Whether you’re ready to launch a bold new brand, refresh your message, or get clarity on your next move, we’re here for it. Drop us a note below, and someone from our team will be in touch soon.