The way you respond defines you more than the crisis itself ...

Crisis Public Relations

Every company that operates long enough will face a crisis. A product failure, a PR disaster, a leadership scandal, an angry customer who goes viral. The difference between companies that survive these moments and those that don’t isn’t luck – it’s preparation and response. Crisis PR is the discipline of protecting reputation when it’s under attack.

We provide rapid response reputation management: immediate crisis assessment, media relations and statement development, stakeholder communication, social media monitoring and response, and reputation recovery campaigns for the aftermath. Speed matters – every hour of delayed or fumbled response increases damage. So does precision – saying the wrong thing under pressure can turn a problem into a catastrophe.

The best crisis PR happens before the crisis: protocols established, statements drafted, chains of command clarified. The second-best happens in the first hours after a crisis breaks. Everything after that is damage control, which is always more expensive and less effective than prevention or rapid response.

Best Suited For

Businesses facing reputational threats where delayed response increases damage – or those wise enough to prepare before they need to.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast should a company respond to a crisis?

Within hours, not days. The first 24 hours typically determine the trajectory. Silence is interpreted as guilt, confusion, or indifference - none of which help. Even a holding statement is better than silence.

Should we respond to every negative comment?

Not necessarily. We assess each situation and determine the most strategic response. Some negativity is best ignored; some requires immediate engagement. The art is knowing which is which - and responding in a way that improves rather than escalates the situation.

How long does reputation recovery take?

It depends on the severity and handling of the crisis. Minor incidents can be resolved in weeks; major ones may take six months or more of active management. The sooner you start, the faster you recover.

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