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Nicole Hawkins

How NHC+A Works with Clients

Three ways to engage. One clear path forward.

Every engagement is built on one principle: clarity first, then momentum, all guided by the ALIGN Framework, A structured yet flexible model that moves organizations from insight to action to sustained impact. 

ALIGN → ACTIVATE → ADVISE

ALIGN

Clarity. Alignment. Direction.

A structured strategy experience designed to help leaders step out of the day-to-day, align stakeholders, and define a clear path forward.

Includes:

  • Strategic assessment and stakeholder insight
  • Leadership alignment sessions
  • Priority framework
  • 6–12 month roadmap


Outcome
:

  • A clear, actionable strategic roadmap, including aligned resources and a path to execution. So organizations aren’t just aligned. They’re equipped to move forward.

ACTIVATE

Build. Execute. Move Forward

Translating strategy into visible, tangible work that drives momentum and results.

Services Include:

  • Strategic initiatives and program development
  • Partnership strategy and activation
  • Communications and visibility strategy
  • Events, experiences, and campaign execution
  • Stakeholder engagement and alignment


Outcome
:

  • Strategy in motion, with measurable progress and aligned execution.

ADVISE

Ongoing partnership. Sustained momentum.

A trusted advisory relationship for leaders and organizations navigating growth, decisions, and evolving priorities.

Services:

  • Executive thought partnership and high-level activities
  • Strategic decision support and prioritization
  • Ongoing alignment across leadership and stakeholders
  • Identifying emerging opportunities and risks
  • Ensuring continued focus on what matters most.


Outcome:

  • Sustained clarity, stronger decision-making, and momentum that continues beyond any single initiative.

Nicole works with each client to develop realistic plans to achieve their goals.

Services Include:

Strategic Marketing and Communications :

  • Public relations
  • Messaging and content strategy
  • Impact storytelling
  • Digital and social media strategy

External Affairs:

  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Community Impact
  • Issues management
  • Partner and government relations

Executive Council:

  • Opinion and thought leadership
  • Positioning and visibility
  • Network building
  • Crisis issues and management

Partnership Development and Management :

  • Identification and vetting
  • Risk management
  • Organizational alignment
  • Design, evaluation, and measurement

Special Events and Experiences:

  • Consumer and partner activations
  • Event planning and execution
  • Announcement rollout strategies
  • Product launches

Let’s Create Meaningful Impact Together

Whether you’re a brand, nonprofit, or public agency, Nicole helps you build strategies that resonate.