Business Details
Your Trusted Communications Partner in Rhode Island
New Harbor Group is a full-service communications and public policy agency dedicated to helping clients define their brand and achieve success through strategic messaging. With over 25 years of experience, we specialize in media relations, crisis management, public affairs, and digital marketing campaigns tailored to each client's unique needs. Our team of seasoned professionals works closely with businesses and organizations to craft authentic narratives that enhance visibility, build credibility, and drive measurable results.We prioritize personalized service, fostering long-term partnerships that have lasted decades for some clients. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, our agency combines deep local expertise with national media connections to amplify your message across traditional and digital platforms. By handling your communications strategy, we allow you to focus on core operations while we ensure your story reaches the right audiences effectively.
Services
Media Relations
Crisis Management
Public Affairs
Marketing Campaigns
Social Media
Community Relations
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in strategic communications.
- Our team maintains strong relationships with regional and national media outlets.
- We develop customized communications plans tailored to each client's unique needs.
- We prioritize measurable results through data-driven public relations strategies.
- Our crisis management expertise has protected clients' reputations in critical situations.
Services
Media Relations
We connect clients with journalists and media outlets to secure valuable coverage. Our team identifies newsworthy angles, crafts compelling pitches, and maintains relationships with key media contacts to ensure your story reaches target audiences through earned media placements.
Crisis Management
Our experts develop proactive strategies to protect clients' reputations during challenging situations. Drawing on media, legal, and government experience, we create response plans that minimize damage, maintain stakeholder trust, and preserve business continuity during public relations crises.
Public Affairs
We help organizations navigate policy landscapes and engage with government officials at all levels. Our public affairs strategies combine grassroots mobilization, legislative outreach, and targeted communications to advance clients' policy objectives and regulatory goals.
Marketing Campaigns
Our integrated marketing campaigns combine traditional and digital media to amplify brand messages. We create cohesive strategies across print, social media, and interactive platforms to increase market visibility, generate leads, and strengthen brand positioning for long-term growth.
Social Media
We develop authentic social media strategies that extend clients' media coverage and build audience engagement. Our approach combines content creation, community management, and analytics to maintain consistent brand messaging while fostering meaningful connections with target demographics across major platforms.
People
David Preston
Founder / Owner
David Preston founded New Harbor Group with decades of political and communications experience. He leads strategic initiatives while mentoring interns and maintaining key client relationships through his deep understanding of media and policy landscapes.
Seth Klaiman
Executive Vice President
Seth Klaiman oversees major client accounts with extensive experience in public affairs and strategic communications. He plays a key role in developing comprehensive media strategies and managing high-profile client campaigns.
Lauren Greene
Vice President
Lauren Greene manages client relations and campaign execution. Her expertise in media strategy and public relations helps organizations achieve their communications goals through targeted outreach and message development.
Abby Appel
Account Executive
Abby Appel serves as client liaison for multiple accounts. She coordinates media outreach, develops content strategies, and supports campaign implementation while maintaining close communication with both clients and media contacts.
Lindsay Russell
Account Executive
Lindsay Russell manages day-to-day client communications and campaign activities. She specializes in media monitoring, content creation, and coordinating multi-channel outreach efforts to support clients' strategic objectives.
Questions
What industries do you work with?
We serve diverse sectors including business, government, non-profits, and political organizations across Rhode Island and the broader New England region.
How do you measure campaign success?
We track media placements, audience engagement metrics, and client-specific KPIs to evaluate effectiveness and demonstrate return on communications investments.
Can you handle crisis communications?
Yes, our team has extensive experience managing reputation challenges through strategic messaging and coordinated response plans during critical situations.
Do you offer social media management?
We create comprehensive social media strategies that integrate with overall communications plans to maintain consistent brand messaging across digital platforms.
How long do client relationships typically last?
Many clients work with us for years due to our personalized service approach and proven track record of delivering consistent results over time.
What sets you apart from other agencies?
Our combination of local expertise, media relationships, and strategic approach to communications planning creates unique value for clients seeking measurable outcomes.
