Business Details
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Award-Winning PR for Rural & Property Clients
Established in 2006, we are a leading public relations and communications consultancy dedicated to clients in the land, property, and rural business sectors. Our team comprises experts in public relations, public affairs, rural affairs, and media relations, including former print and broadcast journalists. We specialise in developing and delivering communications strategies, public consultations, and stakeholder engagement, while managing reputational threats. Our approach integrates digital and traditional channels, combining proven methods with innovative technologies to achieve outstanding results. We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with clients, offering clear thinking and trusted advice to tackle complex challenges in the rural and built environment.Our services span media relations, reputation management, crisis communications, and strategic content creation. With a deep understanding of the unique needs of landed estates, landowners, and property developers, we help clients navigate planning processes, secure community support, and enhance their public profile. Our track record includes successful campaigns for renewable energy projects, residential and commercial developments, and heritage conservation initiatives. We are committed to fostering professional growth within our team and maintaining the highest standards of integrity and excellence in all our work.
Services
Media Relations
Communications Strategy
Public Consultations
Reputation Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Crisis Communications
Content Creation
Photography and Video
Press Office Support
Award Entries
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in rural and property sector communications.
- Our team includes former journalists and public affairs specialists.
- We integrate traditional and digital channels for comprehensive strategies.
- We secured planning approvals for projects in sensitive locations including National Parks.
- Our crisis communications team offers 24/7 support for reputational threats.
Services
Media Relations
We develop and execute media strategies to enhance clients' public profiles. Our team leverages relationships with national and regional media outlets to secure coverage for rural estates, property developments, and renewable energy projects. Former journalists on our team ensure compelling storytelling that resonates with target audiences while maintaining factual accuracy and professional standards.
Communications Strategy
We create tailored communication frameworks aligned with business objectives. Our approach combines traditional methods with digital innovation to address challenges in land management, property development, and rural affairs. Strategies include message development, channel selection, and crisis preparedness to ensure consistent and effective client representation across all platforms.
Public Consultations
We design and implement consultation processes for planning applications and development projects. Our methodology includes stakeholder mapping, message development, and feedback mechanisms to build community support. We've successfully guided clients through complex consultations for National Park developments and renewable energy projects, ensuring regulatory compliance and public acceptance.
Reputation Management
We safeguard and enhance clients' public reputations through proactive monitoring and strategic interventions. Our services include media narrative analysis, social media management, and crisis response planning. We help landowners and developers maintain positive relationships with local communities while addressing potential reputational threats through transparent communication strategies.
Crisis Communications
We provide immediate support for organisations facing reputational challenges. Our team offers 24/7 crisis management, including media response strategies, stakeholder communication plans, and damage control measures. With expertise in handling planning disputes, negative media coverage, and social media backlash, we help clients protect their reputations during critical situations.
People
Annette Richman
Managing Director
With 15+ years in PR and former journalism experience at Sky and ITN, Annette provides strategic leadership. She specialises in reputational matters and crisis communications for high-profile clients.
Anna Byles
Senior Consultant Rural Affairs
Former BBC broadcast journalist with expertise in managing media scrutiny for rural sector clients. Specialises in broadcast media relations and reputation protection during planning disputes.
Grace Gladding
Senior Consultant Public Affairs
Public affairs specialist with deep understanding of policy engagement and stakeholder consultation processes for landowners and property developers.
Andrew Howard
Senior Consultant Public Affairs
Expert in navigating public sector processes for commercial developers. Skilled in research-driven strategy development and stakeholder engagement for complex planning applications.
Lara Weatherill
Account Director
Digital media specialist with housing sector expertise. Manages online reputation challenges and social media strategies to protect client interests during development projects.
Questions
What sectors does Kor Communications specialise in?
We focus on land, property, and rural business sectors, including landed estates, renewable energy projects, and residential/commercial developments.
How does KOR handle crisis communications?
Our team provides 24/7 support for reputational threats, using strategies informed by former journalism and public sector experience to manage media scrutiny.
Can KOR assist with planning applications in sensitive areas?
Yes, we've secured approvals for projects in National Parks and other protected areas through targeted community engagement strategies.
What services do you offer for rural businesses?
We provide media relations, stakeholder consultations, reputation management, and strategic communications tailored to rural enterprises' unique needs.
How does KOR engage with local communities?
We use research-driven messaging and two-way dialogue to build understanding and support for clients' projects and initiatives.
