About Us
Our mission: advancing projects that benefit our community.
Our mission: advancing projects that
benefit our community.
At Stepherson & Associates Communications (S&A), we believe stakeholder and public engagement not only builds understanding of a project’s purpose and benefit, but also lays the foundation for smart, thoughtful, and equitable decision-making. We specialize in working with organizations to plan and implement communications and public engagement efforts that are comprehensive and strategic. We’re also committed to giving back to our community.
At Stepherson & Associates Communications (S&A), we believe stakeholder and public engagement not only builds understanding of a project’s purpose and benefit, but also lays the foundation for smart, thoughtful, and equitable decision-making. We specialize in working with organizations to plan and implement communications and public engagement efforts that are comprehensive and strategic.
Since 2007, we have supported our clients to build meaningful relationships with stakeholders and incorporate valuable public knowledge into project planning. We have a history of success designing and implementing highly effective communications and outreach efforts with public agencies; planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firms; developers and business organizations; and nonprofits and community coalitions.
Stepherson & Associates Communications is a federally-certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Washington State-certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE).
Since 2007, we have supported our clients to build meaningful relationships with stakeholders and incorporate valuable public knowledge into project planning. We have a history of success designing and implementing highly effective communications and outreach efforts with public agencies; planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firms; developers and business organizations; and nonprofits and community coalitions.
Stepherson & Associates Communications is a federally-certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Washington State-certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE).
At S&A, we believe in the power of collaboration—with the public, with our clients, and within our team—to achieve great outcomes.
Our values
Excellence
Equity and social justice
Transparency
Building relationships
Innovation
Accountability
Giving back
Having fun
At S&A, we believe in the power of collaboration—with the public, with our clients, and within our team—to achieve great outcomes.
Our values
Excellence
Equity and social justice
Transparency
Building relationships
Innovation
Accountability
Giving back
Having fun
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging:
Our organization is committed to advancing projects that benefit our community and embracing diverse perspectives. We acknowledge systemic racism and oppression which have historically marginalized groups and limited access to opportunities and resources in our communities. We aim to implement practices that promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our work.
We believe that every individual deserves to be respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential at S&A. We celebrate diversity and foster a culture of inclusion, where all voices are valued. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels they belong and is motivated to grow and succeed. We emphasize continuous learning and accountability through ongoing initiatives supported by our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee.
For our clients:
We are committed to serving as a trusted partner. Our focus is on providing public involvement support that is strategic and tailored to the unique context of your project, applying best practices, and meeting your organizational objectives.
For the public:
As professionals dedicated to furthering the practice of public involvement, we are also active in the Puget Sound chapter of the International Association of Public Participation (IAP2).
