Strategic Communication
Why ADVANCE IMPACT Communication
We Move Communities Forward
Economic development communication isn’t like traditional marketing — it requires clarity, credibility, and a deep understanding of how communities grow. ADVANCE IMPACT Communication brings that expertise to every project, helping organizations tell their story in ways that resonate with stakeholders, prospects, and partners.
We help you:
- Elevate your brand across digital, print, and stakeholder channels
- Produce polished materials that reflect the strengths of your community
- Align messaging with long‑term economic and strategic goals
- Turn your information and data into stories people can connect with
- Build communication tools that strengthen business attraction and retention
Our work follows a clear, collaborative process — from discovery to delivery — ensuring every project moves forward with clarity and purpose. By blending design, messaging, and strategy into one cohesive system, we help you communicate in ways that are not only visually compelling, but genuinely effective.
Strategic Communications That Move Communities Forward
Our work follows a clear, collaborative process — from discovery to delivery — ensuring every project moves forward with clarity and purpose. We combine design, messaging, and strategy to help communities and organizations communicate with confidence. The result is communication that not only looks polished, but strengthens engagement, supports business growth, and reflects the mission and vision of the people you serve.
Built for YOU!
AIC is built for the realities of economic development. We understand your stakeholders, timelines, and communication challenges because we’ve worked in your world. Our services support public agencies, chambers, and EDOs that need strategic communication expertise without the complexity of managing additional staff or coordinating multiple vendors.
Design-Driven
Every piece we create is anchored in strategic clarity. From flyers and presentations to digital and print collateral, our work blends thoughtful visuals with purposeful messaging. The result is communication that resonates across audiences — from board members and community leaders to business owners and prospective partners.
Focused & Flexible
Our model is focused and flexible, adapting to the pace and priorities of your organization. Whether you need quick wins or full‑scale rollouts, we deliver communication you can trust without delays, overbuilt deliverables, or unnecessary complexity. We help you stay nimble, aligned, and ready for what’s next — all without adding headcount.
Real Results. Tangible Wins.
Fast, affordable, ready-to-launch materials
SUPPORT | IMPACT | OUTCOMES & RESULTS |
|---|---|---|
Quick-turn materials | Stronger branding | Faster launches |
Strategic partnership | Higher engagement | New partnerships |
Budget-friendly options | Media visibility | Ready-to-use collateral |
Branded outreach & marketing | Execution support | Increased attendance |
Our ADVANCE Impact Communications Solutions
Brand Identity
Rebrand Package
Refresh or redefine your brand with a modern, values‑aligned identity.
Includes:
- Logo refinement or redesign
- Updated color palette + typography
- Branded icon set
- Graphic accents + visual elements
- Styling guidance for digital and print
Branded Template Suite
Ensure consistency across proposals, reports, and client‑facing documents.
Includes:
- Professionally styled layouts
- Embedded brand styles
- Editable templates in Word + Google Docs
Ready for a refreshed identity? Let’s Talk About Your Brand →
Design & Visual Communication
Site Selection & Prospecting Materials
Design‑forward collateral that helps you stand out in competitive environments. Formats may include:
- Flyers
- Slide decks
- Intro packets
- Modular pricing sheets
BRE & Annual Impact Reports
Narrative‑driven summaries that highlight progress, partnerships, and measurable impact.
What’s included:
- Narrative structure
- Data visualization
- Delivered, final files in formats of choice
Make your proposals & your stories stand out. Start a Project →
Marketing Services
Services may include:
- Messaging refinement
- Content structure + storytelling
- Visual communication alignment
- Optional add‑ons: social graphics, email templates, campaign support
Looking for ongoing communication support? Let’s Talk →
Strategy & Alignment
This service helps you:
- Identify priority audiences
- Clarify value propositions
- Strengthen competitive positioning
- Align messaging with organizational goals
- Build communication frameworks that support long‑term growth
This is where communication becomes more than design — it becomes a strategic asset.
Ready to align your communication with your growth goals? Schedule a Strategy Session →
Learn more about us!
Explore how ADVANCE IMPACT Communications supports economic development teams with clarity, strategy, and design that moves people to action.
Download Our Business Growth Solution One-Pager
Discover how AIC’s strategic support can accelerate your growth.
This concise flyer introduces one of our key Business Growth Solution offerings.
Visual Look Book
See the strategy behind the style — where creativity meets results. Explore real project examples that showcase smart design choices, elevate brands, and deliver measurable impact.
Project‑Oriented Pricing (Simple & Transparent)
We keep pricing straightforward and tailored to your needs. Most clients choose project‑based engagements for clarity, flexibility, and predictable outcomes.
Final pricing depends on scope and deliverables — whether you’re refreshing your brand, developing new communication tools, or building a long‑term strategy. Let’s discuss your goals and build the right package together.
Let’s Talk About Your Brand
If you’re ready to elevate your communication, strengthen your identity, or build a strategy that supports growth, we’d love to connect.
Let’s Keep the Conversation Going
If you’re ready to elevate your communication, strengthen your identity, or build a strategy that supports growth, we’d love to connect.
Still exploring how we align? We’re here for that too.
Whether you have questions, ideas, or a bold initiative in mind, we’re excited to connect with purpose‑driven partners ready to make an impact. Use the form below to send us a note or give us a call — we’d love to hear from you.
Schedule a Meeting →
Let’s collaborate.
Reserve your free consultation to align on goals, timelines, and what success looks like for you.
8120 Jennings Drive | Cedar Falls, IA 50614
319-273-4692 | info@advanceiowa.com
Todd.Hutcheson@uni.edu
Janell.Crow@uni.edu