Kortenhaus Communications

Background and approach

• Lynne was originally trained as a printmaker at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD).
• She brings an artistic eye and a collaborative, relationship-driven approach to her work.
• Clients at the upper echelons of their industries seek out her expertise and network.

Community and cultural leadership

Lynne has played an active role in Boston's cultural, philanthropic and civic communities, including:

• Serving on boards such as Fashion Group International, the Back Bay Association and the Newbury Street League.
• Director Circle member at the Institute of Contemporary Art.
• Former chair of the Boston Art Commission (a mayoral appointment) and Henderson Fund designator.
• Trustee of the Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown and the Boston Center for the Arts.
• Trustee emeritus of the Boch Center.

Work with nonprofits and mission-driven organizations

Lynne pioneered the concept of helping clients by giving back through strategic partnerships with mission-driven organizations. She has worked with nonprofits such as:

• Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt)
• Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA)
• Provincetown Art Association and Museum (PAAM)
• Breast Cancer Research Foundation
• Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
• Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
• Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

These relationships help connect clients with influential cultural and philanthropic partners.

Art curation and appraisal

• Lynne is a registered art appraiser and curator.
• She has helped large corporate clients showcase, curate and assess the value of their art collections.
• Lynne continues to practice as a visual artist and is represented by the Schoolhouse Gallery.

For press or business inquiries directed specifically to Lynne, the website lists the email address lkortenhaus@kortenhaus.com.

Communications strategy and outreach

Kortenhaus helps clients develop and execute strategic communications plans that align with their brand, audiences and business goals. Support can include:

• Communications strategy and civic outreach
• Development of integrated public relations and marketing programs
• Creative concepts for campaigns and initiatives
• Collaboration with partners across industries and communities

Media relations and "buzz" building

Kortenhaus works to secure impactful coverage and attention through:

• Front-page or feature stories
• Targeted media outreach
• Thoughtfully designed social media campaigns
• Traditional advertising concepts, development and design when appropriate

The firm selects the mix of channels that best fit the client's brand rather than relying solely on standard social media tactics.

Message development and spokesperson preparation

Kortenhaus supports clients in crafting and managing their public story, including:

• Strategic message development
• Publicity action plans
• Executive coaching and media training
• Staff training to help teams stay on-message

Reputation, crisis and issues management

Kortenhaus can help protect and strengthen a client's brand through:

• Crisis and issues management support
• Reputation management strategies
• Guidance on how and when to communicate during challenging situations

The goal is to protect, preserve and build the brand over the long term.

Events and experiential marketing services

Kortenhaus Communications designs and manages events and experiential programs that align with a client's brand and attract high-quality media attention.

Event capabilities

Kortenhaus can plan and support a wide range of events, including:

• News conferences
• Exhibition openings
• Film premieres
• Property openings and groundbreakings
• Product launches and store openings
• Gala fundraisers and benefit events

How Kortenhaus manages events

• Curates concepts and themes that reflect the client's brand and objectives.
• Coordinates with a network of creative partners in the planning industry.
• Manages details such as permitting and logistics to ensure seamless delivery.
• Designs events to generate "buzz" and desirable media coverage.
• Can support both in-person and virtual formats as appropriate.

Example event outcomes

Kortenhaus has been involved in many high-profile openings and milestone events, such as hotel launches, residential property milestones, store openings, charity fashion events and cultural celebrations in Boston and beyond. These events are designed to strengthen community connections, showcase brands and raise funds or awareness for partner organizations.

Specific dates, guest counts and results for a given event are not listed here; please contact Kortenhaus directly if you need details on a particular type of event or past program.

Telephone

Main office phone

617-536-5352

(The dashes are added here for clarity; the number appears on the website as spaced digits.)

Website

Primary website

https://www.kortenhaus.com

Email contact

For more information or to contact the firm, the website provides:

• A general contact form ("Contact Us") on the website.
• A direct email for the principal: lkortenhaus@kortenhaus.com.

How to get in touch

Prospective and current clients can:

• Fill out the contact form on the website to inquire about services.
• Call the office during typical business hours using the number above.
• Email Lynne Kortenhaus directly for leadership-level or media-related inquiries.

Response times or specific office hours are not listed on the site; if timing is important, please call or email and allow time for a reply.

Lists Gardner, Boston, Henderson, and Ogden as a location. Names Massachusetts, Rhode Island, United States, and Back Bay as a service area. Areas beyond these are not published.

We specialize in tailoring public relations and marketing programs that elevate a client's brand awareness and stimulate target audiences to take action in today's complex marketplace.

Expertise

• More than three decades of experience in public relations and communications.
• Deep media, business, philanthropic, civic and government connections in Boston and the surrounding region.
• Ability to cut through the noise and get a client's story "front and center" with the right audiences.
• Nimble, highly personalized approach rather than one-size-fits-all campaigns.
• Focus on building lasting partnerships across industries and communities to help clients grow.

Typical clients

Kortenhaus works with organizations that have a strong identity and are looking for a sophisticated partner to get the right message in front of the right people at the right time. Client types include:

• Real estate developers
• Hospitality and entertainment brands (including hotels, cinemas and restaurants)
• Design, architecture and home furnishings companies
• Luxury retail and fashion brands
• Beauty and wellness brands
• Mission-driven and arts-related nonprofits

Selected client examples

Examples of brands and organizations Kortenhaus has worked with include:

• Real estate and development: 100 Shawmut, AvalonBay Communities, Cannistraro, Gerding Edlen, The Heritage On The Garden.
• Hospitality and entertainment: Ritz-Carlton (first client), ArcLight Cinemas, Loews Boston Hotel, The Newbury, The Williams Inn, W Hotels.
• Design, architecture and home furnishings: CambridgeSeven, Crate and Barrel, Doreve Nicholaeff Architecture, Frette, Modern Relik, Mohr and McPherson, Montage, Planeta Design Group, Restoration Hardware, The Container Store.
• Luxury retail and fashion: Akris, Anne Fontaine, Bottega Veneta, Chanel, Cuyana, GIADA, Hermes, Oliver Peoples, Tiffany and Co.
• Beauty and wellness: Bluemercury, Drybar, Kiehl's, Life Time Athletic, Moroccan Magic, Salon Mario Russo, Vidal Sassoon.
• Community and collaboration partners: Hermes, Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Rent The Runway, Shreve Crump and Low, and others.

These examples illustrate the kinds of premium, design-conscious, and mission-driven brands that typically partner with Kortenhaus Communications.

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