Stretch PR FAQs: Services, Industries and What to Expect
Stretch PR is a Chicago-based, full-service creative public relations agency serving business, sports and consumer clients. The agency helps organizations build visibility, strengthen reputations and connect with their audiences through strategic communications, media relations, content and brand activation.
“We stretch for businesses to create deep and meaningful connections. We stretch for sports sponsors and properties by harnessing fan passion to spark action and drive business results.”
Stretch PR’s services include:
- Media relations
- Thought leadership and executive positioning
- Messaging and communications strategy
- Sports public relations and event promotion
- Brand activation and fan engagement
- Community relations and partnerships
- Social media strategy, content and paid social
- Influencer marketing
- Content marketing, copywriting and graphic design
- Video and podcast production
- Marketing communications
- Crisis and issues communications
Stretch develops integrated programs based on each client’s goals, industry and audiences.
Stretch PR serves clients across business and sports, including:
- Insurance, financial services and risk advisory
- Professional services, consulting and private equity
- Technology and cybersecurity
- Architecture, design, real estate and the built environment
- Sports, golf, sponsorships and live events
- Consumer brands, hospitality and destinations
- Nonprofits and purpose-driven organizations
The agency helps clients translate their expertise, products and services into stories that matter to their audiences.
Stretch PR supports both business-to-business and business-to-consumer communications. Its B2B programs help organizations explain complex topics, establish credibility and reach business decision-makers. Its sports and consumer programs help brands, sponsors and events connect with fans and customers through media coverage, content, partnerships and live experiences.
Yes. Stretch PR has deep experience with insurance, financial services and risk advisory organizations to communicate complex issues clearly and position executives and subject-matter experts as valuable sources. Programs include media relations, thought leadership, executive visibility, contributed articles and commentary on business risks, market developments and industry trends.
Yes. Stretch PR supports consulting, advisory, financial and other professional services firms, including businesses serving private equity sponsors and portfolio companies. The agency helps these organizations explain their value, showcase expertise and reach clients, referral partners and business leaders through media relations, thought leadership and content.
Yes. Stretch PR helps architecture, design and built environment firms promote their projects, expertise and leadership. Services include project storytelling, media outreach, executive positioning, awards submissions, content development and social media programs that reach owners, tenants, developers and industry partners.
Yes. Sports public relations is a core part of Stretch PR’s offering. The agency supports sports properties, sponsors, event organizers and sports-related businesses through media relations, event promotion, storytelling, content and fan engagement. Stretch helps clients build awareness, strengthen partnerships and connect with sports audiences.
Yes. Stretch PR’s team brings decades of experience in golf communications, tournament promotion and sponsorship activation. Its golf expertise includes building media interest, developing event stories, engaging fans and helping sponsors connect their brands with golf audiences.
Yes. Stretch PR helps brands turn sponsorships into opportunities to engage fans and support business goals. Services include activation strategy, live experiences, media outreach, social content, influencer partnerships and community initiatives. Programs are tailored to the sponsor, sports property and fan base.
Yes. Stretch PR helps organizations build relationships with communities, communicate their impact and encourage participation. Services include stakeholder communications, nonprofit storytelling, media relations, community events, partnerships and content supporting fundraising or awareness campaigns.
Yes. Stretch PR develops and executes media relations programs that include:
- Media strategy and reporter targeting
- Reporter relationship development
- Story development and pitching
- Interview preparation and media briefings
- Expert commentary and contributed articles
- Announcement and event publicity
- Coverage monitoring and reporting
The agency pursues relevant coverage in national, local, business, trade, broadcast and digital outlets based on each client’s audience and goals.
Yes. Stretch PR helps executives and subject-matter experts develop clear points of view and contribute to relevant industry conversations. Programs include media interviews, expert commentary, bylined articles, speaking opportunities, awards and executive social media content.
The agency connects a leader’s expertise with timely business, technology, policy and market developments.
Yes. Stretch PR provides crisis and issues communications counsel to help organizations respond clearly and protect stakeholder trust. Support includes messaging, media response strategy, internal and external communications, spokesperson preparation and ongoing communications guidance.
Yes. Stretch PR develops content that supports public relations, marketing and audience engagement. Services include:
- Messaging and brand narratives
- Website and marketing copy
- Executive biographies and profiles
- Articles and thought leadership content
- Social media content
- Graphic design and sales materials
- Video and podcast production
- Internal communications
Content is tailored to the audience, channel and intended outcome.
Yes. Stretch PR provides social media strategy, content development, organic engagement and paid social support. The agency also develops influencer programs, including identification, outreach, partnership management, execution and reporting.
These services can support ongoing brand communications, product launches, events and sports activations.
Stretch PR works with:
- Enterprise, middle market and growth-stage companies
- Insurance and financial services organizations
- Professional services and advisory firms
- Private equity-backed businesses
- Architecture, design and real estate firms
- Sports teams, properties, sponsors and event organizers
- Consumer brands and hospitality businesses
- Nonprofits and mission-driven organizations
Clients engage Stretch for strategic counsel, ongoing communications programs, launches, events and specific business or reputation needs.
Stretch PR is a full-service creative public relations agency. Its capabilities extend beyond earned media to include social media, paid social, influencer marketing, brand activation, content production and marketing communications.
Stretch works with clients’ internal teams and other agency partners to develop and execute integrated campaigns.
Stretch PR is based in Chicago and serves clients across the United States, Canada and other international markets. The agency supports local, national and international communications programs based on each client’s needs.
Stretch PR offers various pricing structures, including monthly retainers and one-off hourly projects. The agency will customize a PR package to fit your goals and budget.
Yes! Stretch PR has case studies showcasing work from a variety of industries, including business and sports. Please reach out to info@stretchpr.com to request a reference or case studies.
Organizations can visit stretchpr.com, email info@stretchpr.com or call 773.569.0469 to discuss their communications goals or request a proposal.