Communications
We shape every message that matters.
We’re a full-service communications agency that helps clients shape the right message and get it to the right people, at the the right time.
From proactive PR to crisis comms, internal messaging to stakeholder strategy, we deliver clear communication that builds trust, protects reputations and creates real impact. Whether you’re under pressure or planning for growth, we help you communicate with confidence.
Clear thinking. Straight delivery.
This isn’t about flooding the press with noise or drafting statements no one reads. It’s about strategy that holds up under scrutiny and comms that get results, inside and out. We’ve helped brands raise their profile, navigate sensitive moments and stay connected to the people who matter most; staff, customers, media, partners, regulators. The aim is always the same: be clear, be confident and stay in control.
How we work.
Get
close.
We take the time to understand your brand, voice and challenges so every message feels like it came from you, not us.
Build the plan.
From one-off statements to full comms calendars, we create strategies that make sense and hold up under pressure.
Deliver with care.
We write, prep, pitch, manage and follow through, on time, to brief, with no last-minute scrambles.
Key communication strands.
We’re your whole comms function, trusted to lead the work that really matters.
- Public relations – The right stories, told the right way
- Internal comms – Messages that connect with your people, not just inform them
- Stakeholder management – Keep the right people onside and in the loop
- Crisis comms – Composure, clarity and control when you need it most
- Award entries – Articulate your impact and give your story the recognition it deserves
- Speech writing – Words that sound like you and land where it counts
- Media training – Practical prep to help your spokespeople speak with confidence
Case in point.
Redwood Bank .
The brief.
As a new player in the market, Redwood Bank wanted to stand out, raise awareness of the brand and build credibility as a challenger bank with a difference.
The strategy.
We positioned Redwood as a bold, straight-talking voice in financial services. Through targeted outreach, thought leadership and creative storytelling, we put them on the map – and kept them there.
The point.
We secured national coverage, boosted brand visibility and helped Redwood earn a reputation as a serious player – fast, focused and effective. Our initial contract was for 12 months. Eight years later, and we are still delivering.
Why Strand.
We’re more than messengers; we’re partners in reputation. Our team includes former journalists, which means we don’t just know what to say, we know how it’ll land. We ask smart questions, handle pressure and work like an extension of your team. From long-term strategy to last-minute support, we’re trusted to deliver with clarity, care and consistency.
Built for clarity.
Trusted for delivery.
Strand is structured around what clients actually need from a communications agency: smart thinking, clear messaging and delivery that doesn’t get lost in layers.
We’re a team of former journalists, experienced communicators and trusted advisers, with deep expertise across education, finance, tech, public services and investor communications. We understand what makes a message land, what makes it credible and how to shape it for every audience that matters.
Size doesn’t
matter.
We work with ambitious start-ups, listed firms, national institutions and everything in between. Size doesn’t matter. The standard does. Our focus stays the same: Say it clearly. Deliver it well. Make it count.
And it’s not just about the message, it’s how we run the work. We’re calm under pressure, fast to respond and excellent at navigating complex approval chains, the kind that often slow marketing teams down. We keep things moving, keep comms tight and make life easier for everyone involved. You get consistent contact, clear ownership and a team trusted to deliver.