Serafin & Associates, Inc.

Serafin & Associates, Inc. Putting the strategy behind public relations since 1989. Media Relations
Telling your story the way you want it told. Digital Strategies
Acting up online.

Our Services

Communications Strategies
Getting the right message to the right audience at the right time. It's critical to know what to say, when to say it and to whom when developing a customized communications plan. We specialize in tailoring messages that resonate, and conveying them effectively to reach broad-based or specific audiences for maximum impact. As former journalists, we know what

reporters are looking for. We understand what makes a compelling story and how to respond, leveraging the media in any situation. We work closely with our clients to best frame their message, and we employ our existing relationships with members of the media—including broadcast, print and digital journalists—to get that message heard. Crisis Communications
Enhancing and protecting your reputation and brand to weather any storm. We prepare our clients to handle any situation that may arise by developing and implementing comprehensive communications strategies before they are needed. We provide the staff, resources and communications tools to successfully engage the public, media, customers, stakeholders and governing bodies. Government Relations
Making a difference with difference makers. For more than 25 years, Serafin has built relationships of respect and trust with policy makers from both sides of the aisle on the local, state and federal levels. We create targeted public affairs strategies that identify key players, and utilize the most effective ways to get them to listen. Possessing a keen understanding of complicated policy matters, we bring the necessary skills to advocate for legislative initiatives and regulatory issues spanning a wide range of issues. Coalition Building/Grassroots Support
Growing support from the ground up. Winning support for a client's goal requires forming coalitions, educating stakeholders and key audiences, mobilizing groups and identifying third-party messengers to generate media attention and influence decision makers. At Serafin, we understand the process and know how to execute tailored plans to drive the debate and create alliances, through coalition building and public campaigns. You can’t rely on a website and email to ensure digital success. We know how to build communications and public affairs strategies through social media engagement, to activate supporters and get your message across. We help our clients fully utilize the digital world for building effective grass-roots campaigns, targeting specific constituencies and connecting with the media.

Cheri Bustos, a true trailblazer and the first UIS alum to serve in Congress, was honored at the University of Illinois ...
02/23/2025

Cheri Bustos, a true trailblazer and the first UIS alum to serve in Congress, was honored at the University of Illinois Springfield’s annual award ceremony with the 2025 Alumni Achievement Award. From shattering barriers during a decade in Congress to now leading as co-chair at Mercury/Serafin, her journey inspires us all. Congratulations on this momentous achievement Cheri and Gerry Bustos!
 

Colin Coleman, former Goldman Sachs partner and renowned South African leader, joins Mercury’s Advisory Board at the DC ...
12/12/2024

Colin Coleman, former Goldman Sachs partner and renowned South African leader, joins Mercury’s Advisory Board at the DC office. His extensive expertise in global strategy and African affairs will be a tremendous asset across our nationwide network, including here in Illinois. Welcome to the team, Colin!

A wonderful evening of sharing experiences, building connections, and strengthening bonds that will carry us forward int...
12/06/2024

A wonderful evening of sharing experiences, building connections, and strengthening bonds that will carry us forward into 2025. Here’s to teamwork and growth in the year ahead!

Congratulations to Forrest Claypool on his new book “The Daley Show,” chronicling the tenure of Mayor Richard M. Daley, ...
10/24/2024

Congratulations to Forrest Claypool on his new book “The Daley Show,” chronicling the tenure of Mayor Richard M. Daley, the city’s longest-serving mayor. Claypool and many of the city’s power players worked in Daley’s City Hall over 22 years, and many of them were out at Carnivale for his book signing.

With the election less than a month away, Thom joined Fox 32 Chicago this afternoon to talk about the latest polls and t...
10/16/2024

With the election less than a month away, Thom joined Fox 32 Chicago this afternoon to talk about the latest polls and tonight’s Brett Baier interview with VP Kamala Harris.

Use Muck Rack to find journalists, get press for your story, monitor the news and report on the impact of your PR. Journalists can build portfolios and accelerate their careers.

Today members of the Serafin team were on-site at DuPage Airport Authority to support their annual “Back to School” even...
08/01/2024

Today members of the Serafin team were on-site at DuPage Airport Authority to support their annual “Back to School” event with City of West Chicago Government and WGN TV. Hundreds of schoolchildren and parents turned out to see planes, emergency vehicles and helicopters, including our friends from WGN with SkyCam9.

After accepting his party’s nomination, former president Donald Trump closed the RNC with a record-breaking 90-minute sp...
07/19/2024

After accepting his party’s nomination, former president Donald Trump closed the RNC with a record-breaking 90-minute speech. Thom M. Serafin was live on NBC Chicago to share his reaction.

Use Muck Rack to find journalists, get press for your story, monitor the news and report on the impact of your PR. Journalists can build portfolios and accelerate their careers.

Hear what one of Chicago's notable political experts, our founder Thom M. Serafin, had to say about tonight's Presidenti...
06/27/2024

Hear what one of Chicago's notable political experts, our founder Thom M. Serafin, had to say about tonight's Presidential Debate on FOX 32.

The presidential race is extremely close and Thursday's debate is critical for President Joe Biden.

Thom Serafin and Mike Flannery are joined by Amanda Vinicky, Correspondent for WTTW - Chicago PBS and host of Chicago To...
05/21/2024

Thom Serafin and Mike Flannery are joined by Amanda Vinicky, Correspondent for WTTW - Chicago PBS and host of Chicago Tonight: Week in Review, for this month's Power Poll Podcast. Tune in to hear their take on today's biggest topics in Chicago including Mayor Johnson's first year in office, the upcoming DNC and more.

‎Show Chicago Power Poll, Ep The DNC, cicadas & "AI", oh my! - May 19, 2024

The May Power Poll Results are in! We asked members to weigh in on Mayor Johnson, the DNC, AI, a third airport, and the ...
05/20/2024

The May Power Poll Results are in! We asked members to weigh in on Mayor Johnson, the DNC, AI, a third airport, and the cicada invasion. Read the results from our Pollers in the article below, and stay tuned for details on our Power Poll Podcast!

Serafin Power Poll members weighed in on Mayor Johnson’s one-year anniversary this month… And the results are disappointing for City Hall. We also asked Pollers about the upcoming Democratic National Convention (DNC) and we don’t think planners will like those numbers either. Find out more abo...

Thank you to the West Suburban Chamber of Commerce and Industry for an incredible and informative panel discussion yeste...
04/23/2024

Thank you to the West Suburban Chamber of Commerce and Industry for an incredible and informative panel discussion yesterday, as part of their Legislative Breakfast Series. Our very own Thom Serafin moderated the panel, which included Senator John Curran, Representative La Shawn K Ford, WTTW - Chicago PBS Political Reporter Amanda Vinicky and Illinois Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Lou Sandoval as panelists, discussing “Springfield Inside the 4th Quarter.

Our April Power Poll results are in! This month’s Power Poll Podcast panel includes Thom Serafin, political expert Mike ...
04/22/2024

Our April Power Poll results are in! This month’s Power Poll Podcast panel includes Thom Serafin, political expert Mike Flannery and renowned reporter Carol Marin. Tune in to hear our panelists discuss topics impacting Chicago and throughout Illinois including the rise in popularity of women’s basketball, state and local politics, expressway construction and tipping in the restaurant industry. Listen to our podcast at this link or wherever you get your podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chicago-power-poll/id1725226575?i=1000653157743

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