Ceisler Media and Issue Advocacy

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Ceisler Media & Issue Advocacy is a full-service public relations and issue advocacy firm guiding our clients through every step of their communications campaigns. Ceisler Media & Issue Advocacy offers 40 combined years of experience in media relations, issue advocacy, grassroots coalition building, event planning, reputation management, and crisis management. We are proud to work with many of the Delaware Valley’s most impactful organizations and most prominent corporations, including Comcast, Concilio, Wal-Mart, U.S. Clients come to us from around the country, region, and state because we’re experts on the media markets in which we work and we’re well-schooled in the best ways to reach their target audiences. With offices in Philadelphia, Harrisburg and Pittsburgh, we’re well positioned to address both local and national issues and help our clients stand out amidst the chatter. Whether the plan involves raising profiles, building cohesive coalitions, or solidifying reputations, we’ll work to ensure that our clients make the right moves and meet the right goals.

Taking a moment to celebrate some recent media wins! 👏 Cheyney University of Pennsylvania was featured in Delaware Count...
09/17/2026

Taking a moment to celebrate some recent media wins! 👏

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania was featured in Delaware County Daily Times following its announcement that Fred Reynolds has been named Director of Athletics. The coverage positioned Reynolds’ appointment as part of a larger period of momentum for Cheyney athletics, student success, alumni engagement and institutional growth. We supported the announcement by helping shape the message around Reynolds’ leadership, Cheyney’s investment in Wolf Athletics and the university’s continued growth as the nation’s first HBCU.

Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia Executive Director Paul Steinke had a letter to the editor published in The Philadelphia Inquirer in response to public discussion around the proposed demolition of the William Way LGBT Community Center’s longtime home. The letter reinforced the Alliance’s position that the future of the building should not be treated as a choice between affordable housing and LGBTQ+ history, and called for reuse options, public review and community input before any irreversible decisions are made. We supported the Alliance by helping draft and place the letter to the editor as well as building on Inga Saffron’s column and the organization’s broader advocacy around historic preservation, adaptive reuse and community voice.

Chester Housing Authority received great KYW Newsradio coverage for the Chester E-Health Center, with the story airing more than 20 times between Aug. 20 and Aug. 21. The coverage highlighted the center’s planned role in expanding access to telehealth support, computer classes, health education and community-based services for Chester residents. We supported the rollout by helping prepare and distribute the release, coordinating the KYW interview and packaging the resulting coverage for the client.

We have exciting news to share from our partners at Athena!  Athena CEO Maggy Wilkinson just announced that Ambassador D...
09/16/2026

We have exciting news to share from our partners at Athena!

Athena CEO Maggy Wilkinson just announced that Ambassador David L. Cohen has invested in Athena and will serve as non-executive vice chair of Athena’s board.

This investment reflects confidence in Athena’s leadership, talented team, and vision for the future. It is also an exciting moment for the Athena-Ceisler partnership. Together, we're building on the strengths, relationships, and expertise of two organizations with deep roots in communications and public affairs to expand the capabilities clients need in a rapidly changing world.

Visit Philadelphia Business Journal to read the full article and see Athena's press release in the comments.

Stop us if you’ve heard this one before: 🗳️ Midterm elections matter. 👀 All eyes are on Pennsylvania. 🇺🇸  Every vote cou...
09/15/2026

Stop us if you’ve heard this one before:

🗳️ Midterm elections matter.
👀 All eyes are on Pennsylvania.
🇺🇸 Every vote counts.

They’re all true. Voting is essential to our democracy — a tenant we consider essential to our firm. Beyond the work we’ve done with clients to support election integrity and the voting rights of Pennsylvanians, Ceisler Media also encourages our staff to get involved in the issues they believe in.

Today is . And we want everyone to vote. Make sure you’re ready for Primary day by checking, renewing or starting your registration.

https://www.pa.gov/agencies/vote/voter-registration

We are thrilled to have welcomed some key hires recently! 🤩  Anna Adams-Sarthou joins Ceisler Media as senior vice presi...
09/10/2026

We are thrilled to have welcomed some key hires recently! 🤩

Anna Adams-Sarthou joins Ceisler Media as senior vice president, leading the firm's Pittsburgh office, where she manages public policy, strategic messaging, stakeholder engagement and crisis communications for a variety of clients in Western PA while supporting the firm's statewide work. Before joining us, Anna ran her own strategic communications firm for nearly 10 years. She was previously vice president of executive communications for Pittsburgh International Airport, communications director of the Philadelphia 2016 Host Committee for the Democratic National Convention, and served in the administrations of New York Governors Andrew Cuomo and David Paterson. We are excited for Anna’s leadership presence in the Pittsburgh office!

Charlotte Merrick is now serving as a director in the Philadelphia office. She works with clients spanning the sustainability, tech, economic development, and real estate sectors on media relations, digital communications, and marketing. Charlotte also develops proposals for potential clients in the private and public spheres. She previously led marketing and communications for the Navy Yard at PIDC and at the City of Philadelphia for the Mayor's Office and Parks & Rec. Charlotte has hit the ground running on new business development since joining us in June!

Courtney Tremonte is our new administrative associate in Philadelphia, working with our team across the state. She supports the team through scheduling, operations, administrative coordination, research, and project management. Courtney keeps everything organized behind the scenes so the team can focus on delivering great work for clients. Previously she worked in the architectural and consulting industries, building experience in operations, communications, and client services. Courtney’s energy and dedication can already be felt throughout the Philly office and every location of Ceisler!

09/09/2026

What's In My Bag? Work Edition! Follow along with Senior Account Executive Steph Brooks as she shows us what essentials she brings to an off-site client meeting 👜

On this day in 1833, Barney Flaherty was hired by The Sun — making him the first U.S. paperboy. Multiple people on our s...
09/04/2026

On this day in 1833, Barney Flaherty was hired by The Sun — making him the first U.S. paperboy. Multiple people on our staff have worked as newspaper carriers early in their careers (Larry Ceisler for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Kurt Knaus for the Pittsburgh Press and Green Tab, and Drew Murren for PennLive.com).

Getting started as paperboys provided them with early insight into the importance of storytelling and the power of journalism. 📰

Last week, we enjoyed a thought-provoking discussion about the connection between journalism and civic engagement. Colle...
09/02/2026

Last week, we enjoyed a thought-provoking discussion about the connection between journalism and civic engagement.

Colleagues from Ceisler and Athena engaged in an insightful conversation between Ceisler Senior Director Allison Steele and The Philadelphia Citizen’s Executive Director & Editorial Director Roxanne Patel-Shepelavy. Allison, who was a Philadelphia Inquirer reporter before joining our firm, asked Roxanne about the founding of The Philadelphia Citizen, its recent acquisition of Philadelphia Magazine, her experience as a journalist for 30 years, and solutions-oriented journalism.

We learned more about how The Philadelphia Citizen aims to provide a type of journalism that uplifts Philadelphia, looks for solutions to issues in the city, and pairs its work with a call-to-action to help encourage civic engagement. ⚖️🗞️

August flew by! Here are some highlights:🤝 Senior Account Executive Corinne Ahrens attended a fundraiser supporting Penn...
08/31/2026

August flew by! Here are some highlights:

🤝 Senior Account Executive Corinne Ahrens attended a fundraiser supporting Pennsylvania House Speaker Rep. Joanna McClinton, hosted by Chester County Commissioner and Vice Chair County Commissioner Marian Moskowitz. She also had the opportunity to catch up with both leaders before a quick photo.

💰️ We secured coverage from Erie News Now about the federal fund freeze limiting small businesses and to help highlight the work of the PA CDFI Network.

📋️ We supported the Philadelphia Office of the Controller by preparing communications materials in response to PHLCouncil's call for a special audit of the School District of Philadelphia. Following the Council President’s announcement, we provided social media content communicating the City Controller’s support for and response to conducting the comprehensive audit.

🌳 Senior Vice President Shannon Wink has been appointed to Philadelphia’s Commission on Parks & Recreation – an advisory board that helps shape policies, standards and community support for the city’s public spaces, rec centers and trails.

🏆️ Mackenzi Hockensmith, Account Executive, has joined the PRSA Philadelphia Chapter Board as a Co-Chair for the Pepperpot Award Committee. The Pepperpot Awards are an annual tradition for Philadelphia-area PR professionals to recognize the top campaigns, tactics, and professionals. The 2026 Pepperpot Awards will take place on Nov. 19.

💳️ Our firm developed and executed a targeted media outreach strategy around new Electronic Payments Coalition research showing how Pennsylvania families use credit card rewards—particularly cash back—to help manage rising everyday and back-to-school expenses. The effort framed the research within the broader policy debate over federal proposals that could threaten credit card rewards. Our pitching successfully secured media coverage that elevated both the consumer impact and policy stakes.

📰 Former Governor Mark Schweiker addressed the PA Press club earlier this month. We served as one of the sponsors. He reflected on 9/11 as we approach the 25th anniversary. He helped lead the state's response at the time.

You might assume an agency like ours chases every proposal that comes through the door. But there are times when we have...
08/28/2026

You might assume an agency like ours chases every proposal that comes through the door. But there are times when we have to say "no" or "not right now." Senior VP Shannon Wink explains why.

It’s back-to-school time!⏰️ A new year means new supplies. We wanted to help students fill their backpacks so they feel ...
08/24/2026

It’s back-to-school time!⏰️ A new year means new supplies. We wanted to help students fill their backpacks so they feel ready to take on the year.

Our team raised nearly $800 to buy supplies for students on opposite ends of the state. Our donations will support Pittsburgh-area students through our client Wesley Family Services and we supported a Philadelphia client’s relationship with the Bridesburg Boys & Girls Club. Wishing every student a great school year ahead! 📚️✏️🍎

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