Issue, public-policy and campaign communications shaped for action.
Philadelphia / strategy / culture
Communications
for a diverse world.
We find the threads that make a real connection between organizations and their audiences, then weave them into stories that move business and communities forward.
See how we workResearch, strategy and creative work rooted in the people a message must reach.
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Our Threads
One story, many points of connection.
Programs informed by the culture, language and nuances of diverse American audiences.
Stand-out ideas and production for brands ready to be noticed.
Clear decisions on what to buy, when to buy and how to measure the investment.
Our Tapestry
We grip.
We synthesize.
We weave.
Cardenas Grant Communications is an integrated marketing communications boutique. We are creative thinkers, problem solvers, writers, artists, digitizers, disruptors and researchers.
Former corporate, government and nonprofit leaders bring the perspective and practical judgment to turn complex information into a focused campaign. Thoughtful planning, passion, creative management and inventive tactics become a story that resonates.
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Our Loom
The disciplines behind the story.
Integrated communications
Market research, strategic planning, copywriting, production, public relations, government relations, special events and cross-cultural marketing.
Media strategy
Media research, planning and buying, added-value opportunities and partnerships across broadcast, print and online channels.
Digital & social
Interactive websites, mobile experiences, social channel management, community development, blogger outreach and digital advertising.
Social purpose
Campaigns that connect causes, brands, influencers and audiences around urgent social issues and measurable impact.
CGC Focus Factory
Analysis that keeps plans on track and delivers work on target, on message, on time and on budget.
Our Artisans
Experience from the newsroom, City Hall and the boardroom.
Luz CardenasManaging Partner
Barbara GrantManaging Partner
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Selected Tapestries
Work measured by what moved.
01Pennsylvania Children's Health Insurance Program
CGC developed statewide marketing, advertising and community outreach, including a faith-based enrollment event.
African American enrollment increased 34% in three years.02United States Hispanic Advocacy Association
Created the "Ring in a New Era of Economic Opportunity" summit at the United Nations and earned national and international attention.
More than 300 leaders joined the conversation.03Philadelphia Health Department
Produced public relations and advertising focused on reducing sugar-sweetened beverage consumption among African American women.
The radio creative earned the campaign's highest memorability rating.04Office of the Sheriff, Philadelphia
Managed high-volume, legally mandated print and broadcast notices while expanding outreach through community media.
Supported accurate notice for more than 7,000 annual property sales.04
Field Notes
Ideas in circulation.
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