August Named Leading IR/PR Adviser for U.S. Activist Investors in Bloomberg’s 2025 Global Activism League Tables
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August Named Leading IR/PR Adviser for U.S. Activist Investors in Bloomberg’s 2025 Global Activism League Tables – Learn More

August is a strategic communications advisory firm that believes nothing is more important than effective communication when it comes to influencing perception, driving value, and protecting reputation.

We apply years of experience, specialized expertise, and a holistic approach to help our clients tell their stories and effectively engage with stakeholders during their times of greatest need.

Our approach to client service is built on the foundations of deeply analytical strategy development, compelling narrative building, and diligent execution.

What we believe

We can deliver the greatest value by focusing on
practice areas where we have extensive experience and specialized expertise.
Listening actively, gathering facts, and anticipating issues are the foundations of effective narrative development and holistic communications strategies.
There is nothing more important than building trust with our clients, our colleagues, and external stakeholders through good judgment, integrity, and empathy.Empowering the most talented and experienced people is the best way to achieve excellence in helping clients tell their stories in times of greatest need.Diversity of background and thought
are essential elements of effective communications strategies.There is nothing more important than building trust with our clients, our colleagues, and external stakeholders through good judgment, integrity, and empathy.

What we believe

We can deliver the greatest value by focusing on
practice areas where we have extensive experience and specialized expertise.
Listening actively, gathering facts, and anticipating issues are the foundations of effective narrative development and holistic communications strategies.
There is nothing more important than building trust with our clients, our colleagues, and external stakeholders through good judgment, integrity, and empathy.Empowering the most talented and experienced people is the best way to achieve excellence in helping clients tell their stories in times of greatest need.Diversity of background and thought
are essential elements of effective communications strategies.There is nothing more important than building trust with our clients, our colleagues, and external stakeholders through good judgment, integrity, and empathy.

How we approach our work

August recognizes each situation requires understanding of unique dynamics and careful balancing of reputational, legal, and financial objectives.

Gather Information

We apply a diligent, holistic approach to gathering information that will inform strategy.

Identify Key Stakeholders

We identify key internal and external audiences and their “What about me?” issues.

Develop
Narrative

We develop concise, compelling, and empathetic narratives to advance client objectives.

Execute
Strategy

We partner with our clients to implement communications strategies and tactics that take into account external dynamics.

Gather Information

We apply a diligent, holistic approach to gathering information that will inform strategy.

Identify Key Stakeholders

We identify key internal and external audiences and their “What about me?” issues.

Develop
Narrative

We develop concise, compelling, and empathetic narratives to advance client objectives.

Execute
Strategy

We partner with our clients to implement communications strategies and tactics that take into account external dynamics.

Our expertise covers several core areas.



Crisis Management



Litigation & Investigations



Positioning & Reputation Management



Financial Restructurings & Chapter 11



Transactions



Individual Representation



Shareholder Activism & Proxy Contests



Blockchain, Digital Assets & Fintech



Healthcare



Cybersecurity & Data Breaches



Diversity, Bias & Discrimination

An unparalleled team of industry experts

August’s team includes in-house and agency communications experts, former attorneys with both government and corporate experience, MBAs, former journalists, and non-profit organization leaders who have drawn on their collective experience to guide clients through some of the highest stakes corporate and personal situations of the past 20 years.

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Meet Our Team

Doing well by doing good

At August, our success fundamentally depends on empowering our talented team and motivating them to be engaged in their work and the betterment of their communities and our world.
August is a proud member of Pledge 1%, a global movement to inspire, educate, and empower every company to be a force for good. We are committed to giving 1% of our profit back to the causes and organizations that align with our team’s unique passions and affiliations.
A small commitment today can have an enormous impact tomorrow — we encourage you to join us and take the pledge.

Doing well by doing good

At August, our success fundamentally depends on empowering
our talented team and motivating them to be engaged in their work and the betterment of their communities and our world.

August is a proud member of Pledge 1%, a global movement to inspire, educate, and empower every company to be a force for good. We are committed to giving 1% of our profit back to the causes and organizations that align with our team’s unique passions and affiliations.

A small commitment today can have an enormous impact tomorrow — we encourage you to join us and take the pledge.