Here/There

Founded in 2024, Here/There emerged as a strategic communications consultancy with a specific focus on the food, agriculture, and biotechnology sectors. The agency was built on the recognition that these industries, often at the center of global challenges and innovations, require communications partners who deeply understand their technical, regulatory, and consumer landscapes. Rather than a generalist approach, Here/There was designed to work alongside companies—from nimble startups to established public entities—that are working to reshape how the world grows, makes, and thinks about food. The name itself suggests a sensibility of bridging ideas, markets, and audiences, a philosophy that underpins their approach to brand building and narrative strategy.

Current Focus and Core Philosophy

Here/There positions itself as a consultancy for "world-changing" companies, a descriptor that points to its focus on clients with ambitious, often disruptive, goals. The agency’s work centers on helping these organizations create iconic brands and category-defining narratives. This involves a blend of high-level strategy and hands-on execution, with a strong emphasis on thought leadership, executive visibility, and corporate communications. The consultancy’s team brings together expertise in public relations, public affairs, investor relations, and corporate sustainability, recognizing that for mission-driven companies, these disciplines are deeply interconnected. Based in , Here/There serves a global clientele, leveraging its understanding of international markets and regulatory environments to craft messages that resonate across borders.

Services and Specialties

Given its specialization in food, ag, and biotech, Here/There’s service offerings are tailored to the unique needs of these sectors. While specific service packages may vary, the agency’s capabilities typically encompass a range of strategic and tactical communications functions. The following list outlines the core areas where Here/There provides expertise:

• Narrative Strategy and Positioning: Developing core brand narratives that differentiate clients in crowded markets, particularly for new technologies like alternative proteins, precision fermentation, or cellular agriculture.
• Thought Leadership and Executive Visibility: Placing founders and executives in key media outlets, speaking engagements, and industry events to build credibility and influence around their innovations.
• Corporate Communications: Managing internal and external communications for companies undergoing growth, restructuring, or strategic shifts, including change management and internal communications.
• Public Affairs and Industry Affairs: Navigating regulatory landscapes, engaging with policymakers, and shaping public discourse around sensitive topics like gene editing, sustainability claims, and food safety.
• Crisis Communications: Preparing for and responding to crises, from product recalls to supply chain disruptions, with a focus on protecting reputation and stakeholder trust.
• Investor Relations: Crafting compelling equity stories for public companies and pre-IPO startups, including messaging for earnings calls, investor days, and roadshows.
• Corporate Sustainability Communications: Articulating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments and progress in a credible, transparent manner.
• Global Communications: Coordinating multi-market campaigns that account for cultural, linguistic, and regulatory differences, particularly for companies expanding internationally.

Who Benefits from Here/There

Here/There is best suited for organizations in the food, agriculture, and biotechnology sectors that are at a pivotal moment—whether launching a new product, entering a new market, or navigating a public controversy. The agency’s deep sector expertise makes it particularly valuable for companies that need to communicate complex scientific concepts to non-expert audiences, such as consumers, investors, or regulators. Startups seeking to establish a category-defining brand will find Here/There’s narrative strategy work essential, while public companies facing scrutiny around sustainability or supply chain issues can leverage its crisis and corporate communications capabilities. The consultancy is also a strong fit for organizations undergoing leadership transitions or seeking to elevate their executive teams as industry thought leaders. In short, Here/There serves as a strategic partner for any company in its focus areas that recognizes the critical role of communications in achieving its mission. By combining deep industry knowledge with a flexible, team-oriented approach, Here/There aims to be more than just a vendor—it positions itself as an integral part of its clients’ growth and impact journeys.