Navigate the High Stakes of Communication

"Marketing, PR and brand management are key business requirements for non-profit and for-profit organizations. Alchemy Communications provides expertise and exceptional support in key areas such as strategic marketing, media relations and crisis communications services, they have specialized expertise in fund development, sponsorship, grants, government relations and nonprofit communications. This unique combination of knowledge and skills make them an invaluable partner for organizations in our community, especially those who operate in the non-profit space.

I’m impressed by their commitment to living their values of equity, diversity and inclusion and their continued focus on growing these capacities alongside their clients making them an ideal fit for organizations of any size.

As much of my work is specialized to creating value in the non-profit and public sector, I would recommend any non profit organization looking for outstanding, dedicated support to explore what Alchemy has to offer, you will be glad that you did!"

-Christi Cruz, Senior Manager, Team Lead - National Community Investment, TELUS

“Kathryn and her team at Alchemy Communications were a guiding force during a year of significant transition at Calgary Pride. Not only did they help us navigate change, they helped us meet the demands of media interests while working through challenging community conversations, further managing homophobic and transphobic (including threats of violence) commentary on our social media platforms.

In addition, their work with the Calgary Pride team led to our highest levels of digital engagement and community profile, increasing LGBTQ2S+ awareness and maximizing impact for corporate partners.

Further, Kathryn, Lauren and Robyn were humble in their approach to working with us, taking every opportunity to learn more about the communities we serve, including volunteering their time to attend Anti-Racist Organizational Change training, alongside Calgary Pride staff and volunteers. They were at all times, professional, direct, honest and gracious under pressure.”

— Shone Thistle, President, Calgary Pride

“Each month, IAP2 USA and IAP2 Canada present a learning webinar, as one of our services to members. Among the webinar topics are presentations from the preceding North American Conference, chosen from evaluations filled out by the attendees. We specifically ask the attendees whether a session should be shared more broadly in a webinar. I'm pleased to let you know that your session, Cancel Culture and Communications Planning: Towards an Accountability Mindset, scored among the highest in that area. We’re pleased to invite you back to reprise this webinar!

-IAP2 Canada Conference

“Kathryn and her team supported us through a very challenging situation. I was immensely grateful for their knowledge, expertise and compassion as we navigated the situation together. Big fan here!!!”

— Robyn Jackson, Non-Profit Leader, Calgary

“I would say that Alchemy’s level of support and customer service are excellent. For the Lost and Found Campaign, they helped us designing an effective marketing and communications strategy with a unique visual identity and effective messaging. Alchemy was also flexible and adaptable when it came to changes in the plan. At the end of the day the Campaign was a success, exceeding its goal by 30%.”

— Jorge Torres, Fund Development Manager, The Brenda Strafford Centre

“Cenera was looking for a full-service marketing and communications firm that could help us develop and execute a structured marketing strategy. We wanted to partner with a group who could help us inject creativity and energy into our efforts and, following an extensive RFP process, we knew Alchemy would do just that.

We have been working with Alchemy since June 2019. Kathryn and Lauren took the time to get to know us – our service offerings, our audience and our personalities – and transitioned this knowledge into a monthly marketing campaign that has increased the visibility and awareness of Cenera’s services and products. Lauren is an exceptional writer, is incredibly responsive and is masterful at integrating our thoughts and ideas into the content she produces. Alchemy’s collaborative approach to marketing has allowed us to share our voice with our community in ways we couldn’t have accomplished on our own.”

— Jennifer Doiron, Partner, Cenera

“Choosing Alchemy Communications to provide strategic communications support has been a game changer for the Alberta Association of Midwives. Alchemy developed and executed a marketing and brand plan, designed our new website, produces our podcast, and provides ongoing expertise and support.

Our aim was to increase public and inter-professional awareness and to enhance the visibility, reputation and recognition of Alberta midwives and midwifery. The results have far exceeded our expectations thanks to Alchemy. Their amazing team delivers on its commitments, is flexible around our changing business needs, has exceptional communication, and has approached our work with professionalism, passion and good humour.

Communications firms like Alchemy are rare. We can only sum this up by saying that, if you are looking for a firm that will bring exceptional value to your organization for your investment, you have just found it. We commend Alchemy Communications to you without hesitation. We simply cannot say enough positive about them and what they’ve done for us!”

— Lolly de Jonge, CEO, Alberta Association of Midwives

“Kathryn led our senior leadership team through media and crisis communication training that blew us away. The entire team was completely engaged the whole time. Kathryn’s ability to deliver theory with loads of opportunity to practice that theory through role-playing, and other tactics, set the stage for a dynamic and engaging training environment that facilitated learning, while also making us accountable for our learning and made role-playing fun!

Kathryn is refreshingly down-to-earth, clear and concise. Her knowledge of the industry is profound. She left us with the confidence, knowledge and tools we need should a crisis arise, peppered with just enough discomfort and uneasiness to motivate us to refresh our crisis communication plan and to keep it top of mind at all times.”

— Christine McIver, Founder & CEO, Kids Cancer Care

“Kids Up Front contracted Kathryn for Social Media strategic planning and training for our team. As a small local charity, we saw opportunities to tell our story through social media. Through a grant received from Telus Community Foundation, we were able to engage Kathryn’s expertise and insight to ensure our activities and approach were effective and efficient.”

— Kari Scarlett Branch Manager at TD

“Wellspring Calgary has been exceedingly fortunate and delighted to work with Kathryn Bechthold and her team at Alchemy Communications. In every instance since we began our work with them, our expectations have been exceeded and we have benefited from more exposure than ever before...each member of the team is highly professional, courteous and talented... Their strategic support has maximized our brand identity and awareness.”

— Patti Morris, Executive Director, Wellspring Calgary

“Working with Kathryn and Alchemy Communications was a pleasure from start to finish. In a complicated set of projects, Kathryn kept her focus on our vision, brought well-considered and creative ideas to the table, and helped us achieve our communications goals even as timing and other mad blocks persisted. Should an opportunity arise, I wouldn't hesitate to work with Kathryn and her team again.”

— Ken Lima-Coelho, VP Communications + Financial Development, YMCA Calgary

“Alchemy Communications’ dedication to outstanding customer service and personal client experience is exceptional. Their creative, tailored approach has produced meaningful and innovative marketing pieces for the Inn that have had a huge impact on communicating our mission with Calgarians.”

— Janeen Webb, Director Donor Relations, Inn from the Cold

“Kathryn was the reason we obtained so much coverage in the relaunch of Baby Gourmet across Canada. Kathryn’s ability to leverage opportunities through her network and execute strategically was so invaluable we hired her! I am so glad I was lucky enough to meet Kathryn.”

— Ric Williams, Director of Marketing, Baby Gourmet Foods Inc.

“Thank you so much for putting on such a fabulous workshop! Just looking through the surveys and got nothing but 5 stars for presentation and material. Thank you! Such a gift Kathryn!

Let me know if you would be interested in coming back again for another workshop in the fall.”

— Jill Salomons, BBA Community Manager, ATB Entrepreneur Centre

“Kathryn was a pleasure to work with and delivered great results. She is obviously well connected in Calgary media circles and was able to garner great media attention for an event we hosted.”

— Jane Carswell, Marketing Manager, CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures

“Kathryn provides amazing services and support for all your communications needs. We have built our website with Alchemy Communications and we continue to work with this amazing company on other projects because they are some of the best professionals in Calgary.”

— Ana Glavan, Director of Community Relations, HIV Community Link

Kathryn has always over-delivered on expectations, is amazing to work with and has an effervescent personality that makes working with her so much fun!

— Angela Saclamacis Manager, Public Relations, Disney Parks (Canada)

“I have utilized Kathryn's expertise for several years now, assisting with my social media and marketing needs. Her energy, creativity and quick response to any request has made her a complete joy to work with! I look forward to many more years of inspirational communication with Kathryn leading the way!”

— Brian Keating, Conservationist, Going Wild with Brian Keating

“Kathryn is brilliant. We have hired her for her ideas and connections. She delivers great results. As an added bonus, she is organized, prompt, and a joy to be with. We love her and what she does for us and our customers.”

— Jeff Nelson Anduro Marketing