Cycles of Life

Cycles of Life is a public relations and communications agency that specializes in crafting meaningful, personalized ceremonies for life’s most significant transitions. Founded by Julian Spalding, a Certified Life Cycle Celebrant through the Celebrant Institute, the agency offers a unique blend of storytelling and ritual design. Unlike traditional PR firms that focus on media relations or brand strategy, Cycles of Life focuses on creating intentional, custom ceremonies that mark milestones in both personal and professional lives. Their services include same-gender commitment ceremonies, renewal of vows, baby welcomings, adoptions, coming-of-age events, step-family tributes, new home celebrations, birthdays, graduations, survivor tributes, job transitions, memorials, funerals, divorce ceremonies, special achievements, and civic or corporate events.

Who They Help

Cycles of Life serves individuals, families, and organizations seeking to honor meaningful life changes with dignity and creativity. Their work is particularly relevant for those navigating major life events—whether joyful like a wedding or graduation, or challenging like a divorce or memorial. The agency also supports civic groups and corporations looking to mark milestones such as anniversaries, project completions, or team transitions. While many PR agencies focus on external communications, Cycles of Life helps clients articulate and celebrate their personal or organizational narratives through ceremony.

Their Approach

The agency’s approach is deeply collaborative and client-centered. Julian Spalding works closely with each client to understand their unique story, values, and vision for a ceremony. This process involves interviews, research, and creative drafting to ensure every ritual feels authentic and resonant. Whether scripting a vow renewal or designing a corporate tribute, Cycles of Life prioritizes emotional impact and personal meaning over formulaic templates. Their ceremonies often incorporate symbolic elements, readings, music, and personalized vows or tributes. This bespoke methodology sets them apart from more conventional event planning or PR services.

Services and Specialties

• Same-gender commitment ceremonies
• Renewal of vows
• Baby welcomings and adoptions
• Coming-of-age celebrations
• Step-family tributes
• New home blessings
• Birthday and graduation ceremonies
• Survivor tributes
• Job transitions and retirement celebrations
• Memorials and end-of-life tributes
• Divorce closure ceremonies
• Civic and corporate events

Location and Credentials

Based in southern Oregon, Cycles of Life serves clients throughout the region as well as northern California. Julian Spalding is certified by the Celebrant Institute, a respected organization that trains professional celebrants in the art of ceremony creation. This credential ensures a high standard of professionalism, ethical practice, and creative skill. The agency’s location allows them to work with diverse communities across both states, from rural towns to urban centers.

Cycles of Life is an excellent fit for anyone seeking a thoughtful, personalized ceremony for a life transition—whether joyful, bittersweet, or transformative. The agency is especially suited for those who want to honor LGBTQ+ relationships, navigate non-traditional family structures, or mark corporate or civic milestones with intention. If you are looking for a public relations and communications service that goes beyond standard messaging to create lasting, meaningful rituals, Cycles of Life offers a distinctive and compassionate alternative.