LHB Communications



LHB Communications, Inc. is a public relations and marketing communications firm with a proven track record of success. LHB works with businesses, government agencies, non-profits and trade associations to communicate successfully with a variety of audiences and stakeholders. We offer a full range of communications services, specializing in publicity and media relations. At LHB Communications, we offer “the 5 C’s”: Client service: Every client receives the full attention of the firm’s owner/operator. Creativity: We dig deep for creative and unusual opportunities to get your organization into the news. Credibility: With a strong background in journalism, LHB Communications presents credible information about clients to the news media – credibility that can make you, the client, a trusted news media source. Customization: Every single client program is designed to meet the specific needs of the client. Cost-effective results: We keep our overhead low to offer cost-effective pricing to our clients. Clients obtain results worth at least ten to twenty times (or more) their investment in LHB Communications’ services. Background: Your competitors are getting their names in the news…are you getting the coverage you deserve? Located in Reston, Virginia, LHB Communications, Inc. is owned and operated by Leslie A. Braunstein, APR, a seasoned industry professional. With over 20 years of experience in the field, Leslie holds professional accreditation from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) and a master’s degree from the University of Maryland’s College of Journalism, where she wrote her thesis under the advisement of Dr. James Grunig, one of the nation's leading public relations educators. Over the course of her career, Leslie has published more than two million words in a variety of publications including, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Washington Times, USA Today, numerous trade publications, and thousands of newsletters, brochures, reports, speeches, news releases, scripts, Web pages, and more. Earlier in her career, Leslie served as served as a public information officer with the U.S. Department of Energy and as a communications manager with Booz-Allen & Hamilton, Inc. Her work with DOE included media events covered by all U.S. TV networks, international press, and other media with combined audiences exceeding 25 million. Focus: Since 1995, LHB Communications has built a growing practice specializing in the communications needs of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area’s commercial and residential real estate development industry. LHB’s broad and diverse experience in this field ranges from affordable apartments to million-dollar homes…from industrial warehouses to historic renovations to award-winning Class A office buildings… from the activities of third-generation family-owned development firms to the organization operated by British royalty. LHB also has successfully publicized many other types of businesses and enterprises ranging from high-tech start-ups to assisted living services… law firms…architects…electric utilities…leading national trade associations…even a doggie day-care facility! Mission: LHB Communications’ mission is to help clients meet their business goals by building their brands and enhancing awareness of their accomplishments among key stakeholders and audiences. We are committed to partnering with our clients to assess their needs and develop comprehensive, cost-effective solutions that obtain measurable results. As a result, LHB becomes a trusted member of the many clients’ teams, with some partnerships lasting up to ten years or longer. Competitive Advantage: There are hundreds of PR, advertising, and marketing communications firms and consultants in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Why choose LHB Communications? The reason is that LHB produces results by offering key skills and capabilities. In addition, LHB partners with other professionals in related areas – including graphic and Web site design, photography and videography, large-scale event planning, etc. – to provide a “virtual agency” solution to any communications challenge. LHB advantages include: Media relations-- With a working background and masters-level education in journalism, LHB knows what it takes to obtain consistentmedia coverage for clients. This skill-set includes: Analyzing client activities for news value “Packaging” news to meet the media’s requirements Developing and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with key reporters and editors Proactively seeking media opportunities for clients Being responsive in meeting all types of media needs Writing-- LHB’s finely honed writing skills mean that clients’ news releases get read and used…their articles get published…and their speeches and presentations are effective. Persistence-- LHB works closely with clients to carry out publicity programs…and works persistently with media to maximize placement opportunities for clients. Depth of industry understanding-- LHB is part of your industry. We join your industry’s organizations, attend your trade shows, and read your trade journals. In doing so, we develop a knowledge base that enables us to communicate effectively with you, your associates, and the media covering your industry. Creativity-- Creativity is often considered the bailiwick of advertising executives…but it also takes creativity to carry out the most effective public relations programs. LHB consistently devises creative and innovative solutions to maximize PR program results for clients. Leadership: LHB Communications believes in giving back to the community. A 1996 Leadership Fairfax graduate, Leslie was appointed by two Virginia governors to the Board of Trustees of the Virginia Museum of Natural History and served for six years as a Director of the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce. While chairing the Chamber’s Government Affairs Committee, she won the Chamber’s Committee Chairman of the YearAward for an unprecedented two consecutive years. Leslie has chaired the Fairfax County Child Care Advisory Council and served on the Boards of Reston’s Teen Center, the Committee for Dulles, and The Arc of Northern Virginia. LHB Communications has provided pro-bono public relations services to the National Capital Golf Classic (an American Cancer Society event), the Plaza America 5K Family Run-Walk for Children’s Hospital, and other charitable events and causes.