Senior Communications Leadership Without the Full-Time Commitment
Strategic communications leadership is embedded in organizations when it matters most.
Executive-Level Communications Leadership, on Demand
Not every organization is ready for a full-time Chief Communications Officer. But every organization, especially those in growth, transition, or transformation, deserves communications leadership that operates at that level.
Michelle Jahnke's fractional communications practice gives organizations access to senior communications leadership on a flexible, high-impact basis. She works alongside leadership teams to build communications infrastructure, elevate organizational narrative, align internal and external messaging, and ensure the voice of the organization reflects the caliber of its leadership.
Her experience spans global enterprises, agency leadership, live broadcast media, and work supporting major brands including Mars, McDonald’s, CNBC, Bloomberg, Nike, PayPal, Merck, and Microsoft. This breadth of experience enables her to quickly assess communications challenges, identify priorities, and help organizations build toward sustainable, scalable communication excellence.
What Fractional Engagement Includes
Strategic communications planning and roadmap development.
Executive and internal communications program oversight.
Brand narrative, messaging architecture, and editorial direction.
Crisis readiness assessment and protocol development.
Team mentorship, structure evaluation, and capability building.
Representation in leadership meetings, board updates, and key stakeholder forums.
Who This Is For
Organizations navigating rapid growth, leadership transitions, M&A activity, or communications gaps that need senior-level expertise embedded — without the timeline or cost of a full executive search.