Welcome to CPRS Calgary's Independent Consultant Directory. CPRS is pleased to provide this directory free of charge to assist organizations in sourcing the public relations and communications expertise they need. The consultants listed here alphabetically are all members of the Canadian Public Relations Society and have pledged to maintain the spirit and ideals of the CPRS Code of Ethics. CPRS Calgary does not endorse the consultants listed in this directory. If you market yourself as a self-employed, independent public relations practitioner and are a CPRS Calgary member in good standing, click here to learn how to post your listing.

Carolyn Moore-Robin brings over 20 years experience in the extractive industries, oil, gas and mining, to her consulting practice.  Carolyn's client base spans the private, public and not-for-profit sectors.  She works with government, First Nations, the oil and gas industry, mining sector and not-for-profit organizations.  All benefit from her practical knowledge as well as her national and international experience.  Carolyn is a team-oriented professional with expertise in strategic planning, communications, community relations, public relations, aboriginal relations, public consultatation and facilitation.  Combined with her technical background in geology, operations and environment, health and safety practices, she brings both breadth and depth of knowledge to her work.  Carolyn's proven track record in strategic planning has assisted many organizations in the development of internal and external strategies, resulting in enhanced reputation, strong communication and creative cost-effective solutions.  Her professional dedication allows her to thrive in fast-paced, results-driven environments.  Carolyn is a graduate from Royal Roads University.

DR Strategic Communications, Diane Rennie, APR
Phone: (403) 253-4423; Fax: (403) 253-0662; Cell: (403) 542-6744
Email: renniedi@shaw.ca

Strategist.  Researcher.  Writer.  Diane is a skilled communicator with over 25 years of experience in strategic planning and the development and execution of communications and marketing programs.  She has worked with and for public, corporate, and not-for-profit organizations serving local, regional and international markets.  Diane's proven track record has resulted in the development and implementation of strategic public relations programs, media relations, event management, advertising strategies, stakeholder engagement, collateral development and communications planning that delivers on business goals.

Elford Communications, Susan Elford, BA (Hons), BPR, APR
Phone: (403) 830-1471
Email: sjelford@telus.net

Writer. Communicator. Strategist. Susan has been helping organizations achieve their business objectives through effective public relations since 1992. Before forming Elford Communications in 2003, Susan held such positions as Director of Communications in Government, Public Relations Counsel in a full-service advertising andpublic relations agency, and Senior Communications positions in Corporate Oil and Gas and Not-for-Profit Organizations. Always thirsty for a new challenge, Susan enjoyed the wide range of strategic planning, media relations, writing, project management, and special event planning that all of these positions involved. Now, Susan focuses her talents on creating and implementing public relations strategies for the not-for-profit community with a special interest in corporate social responsibility, community investment and community relations.

Henderson Communications, Jan W. Henderson, MCS, APR
Phone: (403) 256-1678
E-mail: henderson.communications@shaw.ca

Jan Henderson is a senior communications consultant with extensive writing, editing and website development experience. She is a longstanding, accredited member of the Canadian Public Relations Society and has served on their Board of Directors as well as several committees. Over the course of her career, Jan's writing ability and communications strategies have been recognized by several awards, including the World Oil Award, the Town Crier Award, the American Master's of Marketing Award, the IABC Silver Leaf and several National Journalism Awards. Jan specializes in energy-related communications. As a member of the multi-faceted team who fostered the development of the Canadian Centre for Energy Information, Jan managed editorial content for the web portal and numerous publications. Her interest and experience in energy-related communication ranges from crude oil and natural gas resources and downstream products through to electricity generation, transmission and distribution and renewable or alternative sources of energy. Jan holds a Master of Communications Studies degree from the University of Calgary and a Bachelor of Arts degree, Major in English, from the University of Victoria.

Judi Gunter + Associates, Judi Gunter, APR
Phone: (403) 263-0216
Email: judigunter@shaw.ca

Judi Gunter APR has 30 years' experience in communications, including print journalism, private and public sector communications and independent consulting. After working as a reporter for a major newspaper, Judi chose to enter public relations in the early 70s. Subsequently, her experience has included public affairs work with the Manitoba government, cultural institutions and, since 1987, public relations consulting with a broad range of clients in both the public and private sectors. As a consultant, Judi's forte is strategic planning, particularly working with staff or volunteer committees to develop practical public relations and communications programs in support of their organizations' goals. She is also adept at meeting strategic objectives using a variety of communication tactics and tools, particularly media relations.

McVean Communications Inc., Sheridan McVean, MBA, APR
Phone: (403) 870-2778
Email: mcveancom@shaw.ca

Sheridan McVean has more than 25 years of experience in public relations, government relations and marketing in western Canada. He provides public affairs/government relations, media relations, and crisis communications as well as mentoring and training for students and seasoned business managers. He recently developed and taught an inaugural course in Government Relations for the University of Calgary's PR Certificate Program and previously taught at Mount Royal College and SAIT Polytechnic. Sheridan earned his APR professional accreditation and has completed the requirements to maintain the professional standing until 2012. He has a BA in Political Science, a MBA from Royal Roads University, and a post-graduate diploma in Management Consulting from the Grenoble Graduate School of Business in Grenoble, France.

Momentum Communications, Lisa Rushka, APR
Phone: (403) 816-1038
E-mail: LRushka@shaw.ca

Momentum Communications provides communications counsel and support to assist its clients in achieving their business objectives. Lisa Rushka is an accredited public relations practitioner with 13 years' experience in private, public and not-for-profit sectors. Formerly with NATIONAL Public Relations, Lisa's experience includes strategic planning, project management, writing, editing, presentation development, media relations and special events planning across a broad range of industries.

PR Works, Chelsea Davidson, BC (App)
Phone: (403) 246-3438
Email: prworks@telus.net

PR Works is dedicated to enhancing external communications and public perception. From strategic communications counsel, communications planning, media relations, public engagement and issues management we are your public relations advisor. With over six years of corporate communications, international relations and journalism experience we bring to the table a wealth of experience in corporate, non-profit and governmental organizations as well as extensive writing and editing expertise. Chelsea holds a Bachelor of Applied Communications Degree from Mount Royal College, Calgary, Alberta.

Synergy Marketing & PR, Neil Bousquet, APR
Phone: (403) 256-8834
Email: neil.bousquet@prwizard.ca
Website: www.prwizard.ca

Neil Bousquet has more than 25 years of broad-based experience in radio and corporate & agency PR in Calgary and Toronto. Neil has a Bachelor of Environment Studies degree from the University of Waterloo. He is a volunteer APR grader for CPRS. He currently sits on the Travel Media Association of Canada (TMAC) Alberta Board of Directors. He is a past volunteer coach, pr/website, Board member and Volunteer of the Year award winner with Babe Ruth Calgary. Neil creates and implements PR strategies that work for small and medium sized organizations. His specialties include real estate properties, foodservice, arts & culture, tourism, healthcare and franchising.