Public Relations
Media relations
Crisis management
Earned media planning
Media training
Publicity and promotion
Story development
Event promotion
Gard has more than 40 years of experience in communications and specializes in public relations, crisis communications and reputation management. We take a strategic approach, working directly with leadership, in-house marketing and communications departments, and external legal representation to identify clients’ unique goals. From there, we develop public relations strategies and targeted tactics to achieve those goals.
We focus on securing coverage in local and national media – earned media and paid media – controlling and shaping stories, promoting events and garnering attention for our clients. We also specialize in crisis communications and management, helping clients navigate challenging situations and protect their reputations. Gard’s public relations experts have extensive experience across multiple industries, including healthcare, food and beverage, energy, retail, nonprofits and public agencies.

Aymium
Introducing the world to a real fossil fuel alternative

Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative
Spreading the legacy and impact of Oregon's renowned Bottle Bill

The Oregon Cares Fund
Highlighting a novel effort by Black leaders and the Oregon Legislature to confront systemic racism

Burgerville
Sharing the stories of a Northwest icon

Moda Health, Portland Trail Blazers
Blazing trails with a leading health insurer

Oregon Conservation Partnership
Building support for conservation in Oregon

Global Partners
A family business that fuels the Northeast

Oregon Symphony
Telling the story of Oregon’s cultural jewel

The Standard
Driving awareness of an annual Volunteer Expo

Oregon Department of Justice
A new website to serve all Oregonians, and a campaign against hate

Austin Industries
Communications and public relations for an Oregon success story

Campbell Global
Partnering with a global leader in timberland investment management

M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust
Helping one of the Northwest's largest foundations increase awareness

Oregon Care Partners
Free caregiver training: A little help can go a long way

UScellular
Promoting a national campaign throughout the West Coast