Case Studies

After years of success bringing the benefits of organic dairy products to a broader segment of consumers, a leading producer of private label milk and butter for many of the largest U.S. retailers faced several existential threats. These included heightened regulatory scrutiny, class-action lawsuits and an activist campaign led by an organic dairy policy group. After turning to Linhart PR for crisis planning and response, communications strategy and advocacy support, the company was able to overcome the threats, preserve key customer relationships and begin strengthening its reputation for commitment to animals, people and the planet.

Corporate social responsibility and community involvement are core values for Devon Energy. With extensive operations in the Northern Rockies, Devon strives to be an integral part of the region and the communities where it operates.

Following an acquisition, an oil and gas producer sought to begin a dialogue with a host community where it hadn't operated previously while positioning itself as a responsible energy company committed to going above and beyond and incorporating COVID-19 health safeguards for public engagement.

An investor-owned utility in the Western U.S. sought to defend its franchise in a key part of its service territory, after municipalization advocates pushed for a government takeover of the utility’s assets.

An investor-owned utility needed to build support for its proposed transmission line project, through increase community education and engagement, before beginning the permitting process.

An investor-owned utility wanted to position itself as a renewable energy leader and support clean energy and economic development for communities in its service territory.

An independent oil and gas producer with offshore platforms near the site of the 1969 Santa Barbara oil spill and well pads at other sensitive sites in Southern California engaged Linhart PR to update its crisis communications plans, messages and template materials, and to provide realistic crisis response training and simulation exercises for the CEO and senior leadership team.

A Colorado energy company sought to position itself as a highly engaged and responsible operator that works collaboratively with local residents, stakeholders and organizations, as it planned projects and navigated the state and local permitting process. A community outreach plan and related strategies resulted in stronger engagement, increased understanding of the project, and greater dialogue with stakeholders.

Linhart PR developed and executed a multi-pronged and award-winning approach to combat misperceptions, manage misinformation and educate audiences about Verlasso’s sustainability practices to help drive online engagement, sales and media coverage.

Since partnering with LPR, Verlasso has earned the coveted “Good Alternative” buy ranking from the Monterey Bay Aquarium® Seafood Watch® program and benefitted from positive news stories in outlets like USA Today and Food & Wine; engaged with sustainability, nutritionist and celebrity trainer influencers; and landed several new retailers and chefs.