C3 Collective
C3 Collective is a public relations agency based in Portland (founded 2012).
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About C3 Collective
C3 Collective operates out of Portland, Oregon, in the United States, a city known for its vibrant creative and tech scenes as well as a strong sense of community. Founded in 2012, the agency has grown into a respected strategic communications firm within the Pacific Northwest. Portland’s market is unique—it blends established industries like healthcare and energy with a thriving nonprofit sector and a growing number of startups. C3 Collective has positioned itself to serve this diverse landscape, offering communications support that is grounded in authenticity rather than spin.
What C3 Collective Does
At its core, C3 Collective specializes in helping organizations communicate effectively under pressure. The agency’s work spans crisis communications planning and support, media relations, media training, and public speaker coaching. They also handle integrated strategic communications campaigns, content creation, and social media strategy for both B2B and B2C clients. A key part of their offering is media training—not just for executives but also for individuals and nonprofits, helping them craft clear, consistent messages. The team also provides leadership coaching and change management consulting, focusing on helping clients navigate internal and external challenges with confidence.
Beyond traditional PR, C3 Collective offers video production and media production services. They describe their approach as “ethical storytelling,” which means they prioritize truth and context over hype. This philosophy extends to their work in strategic storytelling and media outreach campaigns, where the goal is to build long-term trust rather than chase short-term headlines.
Services and Specialties
Based on their stated focus areas, C3 Collective’s core services include:
- Media relations and media outreach campaigns
- Crisis communications planning and support
- Public speaker coaching and media training for individuals and nonprofits
- Strategic communications and public relations campaigns
- Video production and media production
- Change management and leadership coaching
- Executive communications and media messaging
- Ethical storytelling and strategic storytelling
Who They Serve
C3 Collective works with a mix of clients across different sectors. Their current and past roster includes Ferguson Wellman (wealth management), the Oregon State Fair, Pacific Power, dataDx (a diagnostic lab), Clackamas County, TMT Development (real estate), Marquis Companies (senior living), and the HBA of Metro Portland, including the NW Natural Street of Dreams project. This list shows a focus on established regional organizations in healthcare, energy, government, and real estate. They also serve nonprofits, as evidenced by their media training for nonprofits and work with public sector entities.
The agency explicitly states they are “not all things to all clients.” Instead, they counsel based on outcome rather than output, and they coach in a tailored, holistic way. This suggests they are a good fit for organizations that need more than just press releases—those that want to build genuine relationships with their audiences and equip their leaders to communicate effectively in high-stakes situations.
Who Should Work with C3 Collective
C3 Collective is best suited for mid-sized to large organizations in Portland and the broader Pacific Northwest that value authenticity and long-term reputation over quick wins. Companies in regulated industries like healthcare, energy, and finance, as well as nonprofits and government agencies, will find their crisis communications and media training expertise particularly valuable. The agency’s focus on coaching and ethical storytelling also makes it a strong partner for leaders who need to build confidence and clarity in their public speaking and media appearances. If your organization is looking for a communications partner that prioritizes substance over spin, C3 Collective is worth considering.
Key facts
- Team size: 1-10 employees
- Headquarters: 401 NE 19th Ave, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97232
- Address: 401 NE 19th Ave , Portland Oregon United States 97232
- SIC codes: 7389
Keywords & focus
Topics and areas C3 Collective works with.
- media relations
- public speaker coaching
- media training
- speaker coaching
- crisis communications
- public relations campaigns
- strategic storytelling
- strategic communications
- strategic communications campaigns
- public relations & communications services
- media training for individuals
- media strategy
- public relations
- change management
- services
- video production
- ethical storytelling
- impactful communication
- consulting
- media engagement
- media production
- public relations and communications
- media outreach
- media outreach campaigns
- public speaking coaching
- media messaging
- media coverage
- media training for nonprofits
- leadership coaching
- executive communications
- +16 more
Technologies
Gmail, Google Apps, Slack, Google Tag Manager, Vimeo, YouTube, Mobile Friendly, Squarespace ECommerce, Android, Remote, AI, Node.js
Industries served by C3 Collective
C3 Collective works with clients across 1 sectors. Whether you are a startup or an enterprise, they can support your PR and communications goals.
- public relations & communications
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Frequently asked questions about C3 Collective
Common questions and answers about C3 Collective, their services, location, and how to work with them.
- Where is C3 Collective located?
- C3 Collective is headquartered in Portland.
- What services does C3 Collective offer?
- C3 Collective offers media relations, communications strategy, and public relations. They help brands with public relations, media outreach, and strategic communications.
- What industries does C3 Collective serve?
- C3 Collective serves clients in public relations & communications. They work with startups, scale-ups, and enterprises across these sectors.
- Is C3 Collective a verified PR agency?
- C3 Collective is listed on Online PR. Verification status is shown on their profile.
- How can I contact C3 Collective?
- You can visit their website at http://www.c3-collective.com
- How many reviews does C3 Collective have?
- C3 Collective has 0 client reviews with an average rating of 0.0 out of 5.
- When was C3 Collective founded?
- C3 Collective was founded in 2012.
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