
Strategic Communications Leadership
Strategic Communications Leadership,
Without the Full-Time Overhead
High-impact communications strategy for purpose-driven organizations — on your terms, and ours.
Not every organization needs a full-time communications director. But every organization needs a communications strategy that works.
As your Fractional Head of Communications, Denise Scatena brings over two decades of communications expertise to your team. You’ll receive executive-level PR leadership and hands-on support—without the overhead. Whether you’re launching a campaign, navigating change, or filling a staffing gap, we provide the clarity, confidence, and consistency your story and brand deserve.
What Is Fractional Communications?
It’s senior-level strategy and implementation delivered part-time, project-based, or as needed. We embed seamlessly into your team or operate as your trusted external lead, on your terms.
- No long hiring timelines.
- No full-time salaries or benefits.
- Just the expert strategy and execution you need.
“Denise, your contributions have been instrumental in laying a strong foundation that will continue to serve us well during this critical time.
I want to thank you for pushing my own thinking and helping me strategize my internal work.”
- Head of External Relations, Education Nonprofit
Who We Support
- Nonprofits preparing for growth, capital campaigns, funding cycles, or leadership transitions
- Foundations that need visibility and communications infrastructure
- Education and healthcare organizations seeking consistent, strategic messaging
- Purpose-driven businesses that need strategic communications leadership, without full-time costs
What We Offer
- Communications planning & message development
- Executive visibility & thought leadership strategy
- Media relations & proactive outreach
- Internal communications & change management supportCrisis response & board communications
- Coaching for spokespeople and leadership teams
Why Clients Choose Fractional Support
- High-level expertise without full-time cost
- Faster onboarding and immediate impact
- Trusted, values-driven partnership
- Proven results with national and local media
Let’s Fill the Gap, Together
If you need smart communications support but aren't ready to hire—or simply want flexibility—you don’t have to go it alone.
Curious if this model is right for you? Connect with us today to schedule a free discovery call. Each package is tailored to fit your goals, team capacity, and timeline, with the flexibility to scale up or down as your needs change.