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Strategic Communications & PR

Communications Built for Agriculture

From everyday communications to the moments that matter most, Oak Alley brings industry knowledge and senior-level communications expertise to your team.

You know your business. We know how to communicate it.

Ways to Work With Us

Strategic Communications Counsel

Your experienced communications partner, without the full-time hire. Monthly strategic and hands-on support for organizations that need senior expertise but don't need (or aren't ready for) a full-time communications executive.

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Communications and Reputation Audit

Find the gaps before they become problems. An independent assessment of your messaging, channels, risks and opportunities, plus a prioritized 12-month roadmap.

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Strategic Communications Projects

Expert communications for the moments that matter. Facility openings, expansions, acquisitions, leadership transitions, company announcements, and more.

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Crisis & Media Readiness

Don't build your communications plan during the crisis. Message development, crisis planning, executive preparation, and media training specifically for agribusiness organizations.

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We don't just know communications. We know the industries we serve, and that makes all the difference.

Oak Alley Concepts brings deep industry knowledge to every engagement — not just communications expertise.

Kelly Buchanan, Founder of Oak Alley Concepts
Our Founder

Kelly Buchanan, M.S.M., APR

Kelly is founder and senior communications strategist of Oak Alley Concepts. With nearly 20 years of experience in strategic communications, marketing, and public relations, she specializes in agribusiness, transportation, logistics, and feed industries. Previously Director of Communications for a leading grain and transportation company, Kelly also serves as Adjunct Professor of Applied Public Relations at West Virginia University and Chair of the National Grain and Feed Association's Communications, Marketing, and Membership Committee. She holds a Master of Science in Integrated Marketing Communications and is Accredited in Public Relations (APR).

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Our Memberships & Affiliations

PRSA Public Relations Society of AmericaAmerican Marketing AssociationNGFA Transforming America's HarvestInland Rivers Ports & Terminals Inc. An Association

We are here for you!

Combining strategic expertise with a collaborative, responsive approach to help you communicate with confidence. From planning through execution, we're here to make the process seamless and successful.