Sutherland Communications

As the proprietor of Sutherland Communications, I bring a broad range of communications skills & expertise to the table. Whether you’re a business, a non-profit, a citizens’ group or just an individual seeking writing assistance, I have the experience to help you with projects both big and small.

My credentials include over 30 years experience in the public and private sectors. As a senior ministerial aide for the governments of Canada and Ontario, I honed my skills as a political advisor, issue management strategist, speech writer and media relations liaison/spokesperson. I have also been a senior executive in the private sector serving as Vice President of Public Affairs for a Canadian bank as well as the Director of Communications for a stock exchange.

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I can help you develop marketing strategies and communications, government and media relation plans. I can assist you with content for your website and can write your newsletter, fundraising or marketing material.

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I have also been responsible for corporate philanthropy as well as serving on the boards for a number of charitable institutions. So I understand the challenges not only for charities and non-profits, but also from a corporate giving perspective and how to optimize your business’s donation dollars.

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I can also help you communicate with governments at the federal, provincial and municipal level. If you have an issue you are advocating, I can prepare a public relations plan that sets out strategy, tactics and messaging to help you achieve success.

Having returned to Thornbury, Ontario, I can offer you big city experience with small town rates. I have a proven track record of being able to assess an issue, determine a strategy and develop an action plan. I am a team player who recognizes the importance of working with people in all levels of an organization and providing dynamic and effective messaging to all your stakeholders.

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Jayne Sutherland

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