Strategic Communications for Real-World Impact

About AFC

AFC (Alejandra Flores Communications) is a strategic communications consultancy based in Chicago, where clear messaging meets bold leadership. AFC collaborates with public, nonprofit, and corporate leaders to craft messaging that moves people and drives results with clarity, purpose, and strategic insight.

Founded by Alejandra Flores, a seasoned communications advisor who has shaped messaging at the highest levels of government, including the State of Illinois, Office of the Lieutenant Governor, (D-IL) the City of Chicago, Office of the Mayor, mission-driven organizations such as Elevate, Service Employee International Union (SEIU) Local 1, Beyond Legal Aid, and national campaigns, AFC delivers tailored strategies rooted in credibility, cultural fluency, and real-world expertise.

From hyper-local to a national stage, and from crisis response to brand repositioning, we help you lead with purpose and communicate with impact.

Services

We help you clarify your vision, navigate complex challenges, and engage the most important audiences. Whether you’re shaping public dialogue, launching a new initiative, or managing organizational change, we deliver communications strategies that are targeted, impactful, and aligned with your goals.

Media and Public Relations

Our media and public relations services are designed to elevate your voice in the public arena, providing:

  • Strategic media outreach and press engagement

  • Message development and expert media training

  • Press release writing and targeted distribution

  • Interview preparation and spokesperson coaching

  • Media monitoring and reputation management

Crisis and Reputation Management

In moments of uncertainty, clarity and credibility are essential. Our crisis and reputation management services include:

  • Rapid response strategy and message development

  • Stakeholder and media communications

  • Risk assessment and scenario planning

  • Spokesperson preparation and expert media handling

  • Long-term reputation recovery and strategic positioning

Strategic Communications

Our strategic communications advances your goals, shapes perception, and builds lasting influence confidently. Our services include:

  • Define core narratives and key messages

  • Align internal and external communications to create a unified voice

  • Anticipating risks and opportunities to stay ahead of challenges and advance your goals

  • Engage stakeholders with clarity and intent to build trust

  • Executing integrated campaigns that inform, persuade, and mobilize your audience

Schedule your appointment

Thank you for your interest in partnering with AFC for your media and public relations needs. We are committed to providing tailored strategies that help you communicate effectively and achieve your goals.

To begin the conversation, please feel free to contact us directly via email at info.afcomms@gmail.com with any questions or to share preliminary details about your needs.