A growth mindset. Sharpening your message. Fulfilling a mission. Being intentionally inclusive. Deepening relationships. Building a Community of Good.
James Delorey
Strategic communications
and community relationships.
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NAVIGATING AMERICA'S MOST CHALLENGING ISSUES
James Delorey has decades of experience providing strategic and communications guidance on issues to elected officials, political candidates, policy leaders, advocacy organizations.
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BUILDING A COMMUNITY OF GOOD
Our communities are more peaceful, equitable, and sustainable when our civic institutions are strong. Here's some of the work James does to help build "a Community of Good."
MESSAGING AND STRATEGY ON A GLOBAL STAGE
In 2024, James helped direct the historic "Alliance" bid of the Scouting associations of Bangladesh, Ecuador, Egypt, Kenya, and the USA to host the 2031 World Scout Jamboree at the Summit in wild and wonderful West Virginia.
Strategic planning
I develop and implement high-impact strategic plans that align organizational goals with actionable insights, ensuring measurable success in advocacy, policy, philanthropy, and mission-driven initiatives.
public opinion research
I design and analyze research that uncovers key public perceptions, helping organizations, policymakers, and campaigns shape data-driven strategies to inform messaging, engagement, and decision-making.
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MEDIA RELATIONS
I develop media strategies, craft press materials, and engage with journalists to elevate organizational messaging, manage crises, and position leaders as authoritative voices on key issues.
public speaking and storytelling
I craft and deliver compelling narratives that connect with diverse audiences, translating complex issues into engaging, relatable, and actionable stories for media, conferences, and public forums.
TARGETING
I use data-driven insights to identify and engage the right audiences, ensuring that advocacy, fundraising, and outreach efforts resonate with the people who matter most.
mission and message development
I help organizations refine their core purpose and articulate it effectively, crafting clear, compelling messages that inspire action and drive stakeholder engagement.
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campaign and consultant management
I oversee multi-faceted campaigns, coordinating consultants and teams to execute winning strategies in communications, advocacy, policy, and fundraising.
visual display of quantitative information
I transform complex data into clear, compelling visuals that enhance storytelling, making insights more accessible and actionable for decision-makers, media, and the public.
explaining policy in plain language
I translate complex policies into accessible, relatable content, ensuring that policymakers, journalists, and the public can understand and engage with critical issues.
board governance
I advise and support nonprofit and corporate boards in governance best practices, strategic decision-making, and fostering effective leadership and organizational oversight.
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convenings and conferences
I design and facilitate high-impact convenings that bring together leaders, stakeholders, and experts to drive collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and strategic action.
government and community relationships
I build and sustain relationships with policymakers, civic leaders, and community organizations to drive collaboration, secure funding, and advance initiatives that create lasting public benefit.