Crisis PR & Communications
Crisis & Risk Management Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 3
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Provided by Risa Heller Communications
Risa Heller Communications (RHC) is a boutique issues management and crisis communications firm with extensive experience designing and executing strategies that help clients successfully navigate complicated issues that risk long-term reputational harm.
RHC is a trusted advisor to individuals and organizations that need strategic communications to push back against false narratives and counter external attacks. The firm regularly directs high-intensity communications and rapid response efforts for clients with make or break problems that threaten their ability to operate.
The team has deep experience in political communications and was forged in New York City’s tabloid-centric media environment. The firm’s work is effective not only because the team has excellent relationships with top reporters and understands how news is covered in the press every day, but also because its approach is informed by the ways that personalities and politics can influence news coverage.
Chambers Review
New York boutique Risa Heller Communications is held in high esteem by corporate and institutional clients across the USA's financial capital and beyond. The firm advises clients facing urgent political or regulatory crises, negative media attention and allegations of wrong-doing. The firm's clients include startups, large corporations, high-profile individuals and institutions.
Strengths
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"The Risa Heller team is strategic, engaging, thorough and has solid relationships with the media. Every member of the team brings a wealth of knowledge to the job."
"The RHC team handled everything in such a smart, clear and direct manner that constantly left us feeling comfortable with the very hard decisions we had to make. Everyone on the team is remarkable."
"RHC is like a safe harbour in a storm. They were steady, smart and reassuring during times of significant challenges for us. Their nuance and insight helped us survive and protect our reputation."
"The Risa Heller team is strategic, engaging, thorough and has solid relationships with the media. Every member of the team brings a wealth of knowledge to the job."
"The RHC team handled everything in such a smart, clear and direct manner that constantly left us feeling comfortable with the very hard decisions we had to make. Everyone on the team is remarkable."
"RHC is like a safe harbour in a storm. They were steady, smart and reassuring during times of significant challenges for us. Their nuance and insight helped us survive and protect our reputation."
Notable Practitioners
Risa Heller has a background in politics and crisis communications. She uses this experience to assist clients with a broad range of acute situations and to protect their reputations from attack.
"Risa is a superstar."
"Risa is a wonderful resource."
Managing director of the firm, Gwen Rocco has deep experience advising companies and high-profile individuals on crisis communication strategies. Rocco is commended by sources for her ability to navigate complex crises.
"Gwen is beyond savvy and smart, and makes you feel at ease when dealing with very stressful and complicated matters."
"Gwen is versatile, succinct and a steady hand in crises. Her insights and balance have been crucial to our success."
"Gwen was a master - she got up to speed quickly on a complex issue and industry, and provided thoughtful and nuanced advice."
Ranked Individuals at
Risa Heller Communications
USA - Nationwide
Industries
Provided by Risa Heller Communications
Employment litigation related to sex, race or age discrimination
Employment litigation related to wrongful termination and retaliation
Executive transitions
Front-page news
Government and regulatory investigations
Intellectual property
Internal investigations and problems with workplace culture
Labor relations
Public affairs and issue advocacy
Shareholder litigation
White collar defense