BUSINESS SERVICES
AELIUS LED
Established in 2017, Aelius LED is a leading LED company that develops quality commercial LED fixtures for the horticulture and cannabis sectors. Experts in researching and innovating products for all stages of a plant's life cycle, Aelius LED wanted to establish their name beyond the home grower consumer base, to reach a larger, commercial and horticultural space. Catalyst was brought on board to help shore up their presence on Linked In as well develop Thought Leadership content articles and media placements that showcase Aelius’ unique expertise alongside other leaders in the marketplace. Catalyst used their understanding of the industry and their knowledge and insights to help Aelius LED further their place in their industry.
FAMILY ENTERPRISE XCHANGE
Catalyst is proud to work with one of the leading family business resource organizations in Canada. Family Enterprise Xchange (FEX) is a trusted and highly credible networking and educational resource for business owners and their family members, that provide the tools that can support their success. Catalyst was hired to properly position FEX brand in front of current and Next Generation business members, while positioning FEX in a competitive landscape. Catalyst also managed marketing and social media roles during a transition period for the company, during which time, engagement of their FB followers increased by 400% and engagements per posts increased on all channels. Catalyst also secured prominent featured columns for FEX in the Financial Post and Advisor Exchange Magazine and elsewhere.
TOM DEANS, PHD AND AUTHOR OF EVERY FAMILY'S BUSINESS
Sole publicity machine of self-published author and business legacy expert, Thomas William Deans, Catalyst obtained industry, national and local media coverage which generated international exposure for Tom’s book and his speaking opportunities. Obtaining over 50 pieces of media coverage in first four months including major outlets such as National Post, PROFIT Magazine, 680 news, Investment Executive, New York Times, Business Network News (BNN), CEO TV, Breakfast Television, CBC radio one and more. Assisted with speaking engagements with leading financial and family business institutions including ESOP Partners, Investors Group, Mackenzie Financial, Canadian Association of Family Enterprise and others.
“The extraordinary publicity that Amanda was able to garner positioned my book ‘Every Families’ Business’ to be listed by the New York Times as a Top Business Book Title and now, the best selling family business book of all time. Amanda Sutton, is without question, Canada's most accomplished thought leadership coach and strategist.”
— Tom Deans, PhD Author
BOLSTER LIFE GROUP INC.
Catalyst was hired by the Bolster Life Group Inc. to achieve exposure and high level positioning around Start Up Advisor and Executive Business Coach, Julian Bolster. Catalyst developed PR campaigns to achieve a rich growing fan base online and off, while highlighting his core messages through expert content to high level influence networks - this will continue to connect Julian to the global speakers and media circuit. Catalyst was deliberate in expanding Julian's message in a way that aligns with his own corporate and personal values.
“Amanda is the best at what she does. Can’t say more to it than that. Never have I been brought to a deliverable about my services in such a short amount of time, and with such clarity and vision.”
— Julian Bolster, CEO, Bolster Life Media
MIDLAND CULTURAL CENTRE
The Midland Cultural Centre is a beautiful, thriving venue in the centre of Midland. While they bring high quality Educational, Artistic and world class Entertainment, they were drawing from the same pool of audience members over the last 2-3 years, with promotions only reaching the same, specific demographic. Catalyst was brought on to take over social media marketing and broaden their audience reach, assist with brand presence and reinvigorate their audiences to bring MCC into the future! Within the first month, Catalyst had brought up their audience size by 75% average and had greater engagement on all social media channels. Their impact has brought positive results both to in-house ROI as well as a decrease in advertising spend, through more strategic use of their resources.
TRUTH BE TOLD MS, PODCAST by Marie Heron
Marie's passion was to enlighten and help newly diagnosed MS patients with an inspiring and uplifting podcast called TruthBeToldMS. Catalyst was proud to help support Marie with her launch; from branding and tagline development, to episode and guest outline, key messages and social media management, iTune uploads and a clean website. After just a few months, her podcast was reaching over 1000 targeted listeners per episode and Marie's following was on the rise. Catalyst also generated media articles for Marie in popular female entrepreneur and career magazines; Women Of Influence, The Glass Hammer and Women On The Dot.
BAYFIELD REALTY ADVISORS
Catalyst CC was hired for the sole purpose of obtaining a prominent feature in the Globe and Mail Real Estate section, the leading property section in Canada. Up to the challenge, and armed with only a 50 word info paragraph on the sale of a shopping mall - Catalyst was able to find the the ‘story’ behind the story and build a media release which resulted in a full feature article regarding the fate of shopping malls in Canada. Cover story with photo of CEO appeared in Property section two weeks later.
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FAMILY BUSINESS COUNSEL OF CANADA
Catalyst CC was hired by the newly-formed counsel made up of professional advisors from insurance, law and finance sectors, to streamline their target message and help promote a new book for family business owners. With no existing presence or awareness in the public, Catalyst CC focused on building FBCC credibility through targeted messaging and expert positioning in front of media, online social channels and in front of referral partners. The goal was to position them as the starting point for small family business owners in Canada.
SOCIABLE SISTERS
As part of the PR Launch Kit, Catalyst CC delivered a key message document and media release to gain awareness around the new social networking site for women. Within two months, Catalyst achieved media coverage for Founder Maggie Olsen on local TV, radio interviews and print articles as well as a regional Lifestyle magazine including online distribution and pick up of the release and an increased following on social channels.
“Being referred to Amanda and Catalyst communications has been a God send! Her key messaging a media release process enabled me to be more succinct when describing the features and benefits of my website. The extra polish gave me the confidence to go live with my site.”
— Maggie Olsen, Founder, Sociablesisters.com
BIZLAUNCH.CA
Canada’s largest small business training company, BizLaunch assists thousands of entrepreneurs across Canada in launching and growing their own companies through free seminars, webinars and other opportunities. Catalyst was hired to solidify Bizlaunch’s profile as a small business expert and achieved media coverage around their over 200 free seminars held at Staples stores in cities across the country. Catalyst was also a consultant on corporate sponsorship initiatives and a consultant on social media and communication strategies.
SPRINGBOARD INNOVATION CENTRE
SpringBOARD is a business incubator located in Central Ontario, helping new and existing companies launch products and services which provide jobs and economic growth to their surrounding regions. Catalyst was hired as the Public Relations consultant and media relations specialist for two LIVE business pitch competition in the Simcoe region. In charge of event planning, advertorial content and generated substantial radio, TV, print and business print coverage in multiple markets.
RAYMOND JAMES
“From the new office Grand Opening to our client events and service strategies, and now the launch of our website, our message is now focused and targeted to the clients we want to attract. Having your communications expertise at our fingertips is a comfort.”
— Jackie Ramler, Managing Partner, Raymond James