About Us
About A. Brown Olmstead Associates
Building Trust, Shaping Reputations & Delivering Strategic Communications Excellence Since 1972
For more than 54 years, A. Brown Olmstead Associates (ABOA) has been a trusted strategic communications and public relations agency in Atlanta, helping organizations build influential brands, protect their reputations, and strengthen relationships with the audiences that matter most. Since our founding in 1972, we have partnered with corporations, nonprofit organizations, healthcare providers, educational institutions, government agencies, and executive leaders to deliver communication strategies that create measurable business impact.
As one of Atlanta’s longest-established boutique public relations firms, our reputation has been built on integrity, strategic thinking, and an unwavering commitment to client success. Every engagement is guided by research, industry expertise, and a personalized approach that aligns communication strategies with long-term organizational goals. Rather than offering standardized solutions, we develop tailored strategies that reflect each client’s unique challenges, opportunities, and vision for growth.
Leadership Backed by Experience and Industry Recognition
ABOA is led by Amanda Brown Olmstead, an accomplished communications strategist whose decades of leadership have earned widespread respect throughout the public relations industry. As a Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Fellow one of the profession’s highest distinctions Amanda has built a career advising executives, organizations, and community leaders through strategic communications, crisis management, media relations, executive coaching, and reputation management.
Her leadership extends beyond client work through active participation in professional organizations, civic initiatives, leadership boards, and community development programs. This breadth of experience enables ABOA to provide clients with senior-level strategic counsel grounded in practical knowledge, ethical leadership, and real-world business insight.
Our clients value direct access to experienced professionals who understand the complexities of organizational communications and deliver thoughtful recommendations that support informed decision-making.
Strategic Communications That Drive Meaningful Business Results
Communication should do more than increase visibility; it should build trust, strengthen credibility, and support measurable business growth. At ABOA, we integrate strategic planning with creative execution to develop communication programs that achieve lasting results.
Our expertise includes:
- Public Relations & Media Relations
- Strategic Communications
- Reputation Management
- Executive Coaching
- Crisis Communication Planning
- Brand Positioning & Messaging
- Project Planning
- Market Research & Strategic Analysis
- Corporate Communications
- Event Management & Community Engagement
Every strategy begins with understanding your organization, industry landscape, stakeholders, and business objectives. Through research-driven planning and collaborative execution, we help organizations communicate with confidence while adapting to an evolving media and digital environment.
A Legacy of Excellence, Leadership & Community Impact
For more than five decades, ABOA has earned recognition for delivering award-winning public relations campaigns and strategic communications programs that produce measurable outcomes. Our work has been recognised by respected industry organisations and has supported clients across diverse industries, helping them strengthen their brands, navigate complex challenges, and achieve long-term success.
Beyond professional accomplishments, community leadership has always been central to who we are. We have proudly supported civic organisations, educational institutions, nonprofit initiatives, leadership programmes, economic development projects, and cultural organisations throughout Atlanta. This commitment reflects our belief that successful businesses have a responsibility to strengthen the communities they serve.
Our involvement in community partnerships not only enhances local impact but also provides valuable insight into the social, economic, and cultural factors that influence public perception and stakeholder engagement.
Why Organizations Continue to Trust ABOA
Organizations choose ABOA because they need more than a communications agency; they need a trusted strategic advisor. Our long-standing client relationships are built on transparency, discretion, accountability, and a proven ability to deliver thoughtful solutions that address complex communication challenges.
For over five decades, we have helped organizations:
- Build and protect trusted brands
- Strengthen executive leadership communications
- Develop strategic public relations campaigns
- Navigate crises with confidence
- Improve stakeholder engagement
- Enhance media visibility
- Support organizational growth through strategic communications
Every recommendation we provide is informed by experience, supported by research, and aligned with your long-term business objectives.
Partner with Atlanta's Trusted Public Relations & Strategic Communications Agency
Today’s organizations operate in an environment where reputation, credibility, and strategic communication directly influence business success. Choosing the right communications partner can make the difference between simply being seen and being genuinely trusted.
At A. Brown Olmstead Associates, we combine more than 54 years of experience, industry-recognized leadership, and customized strategic communications solutions to help organizations build stronger brands, protect their reputations, and create meaningful connections with the audiences they serve.
Whether you’re launching a new initiative, strengthening executive leadership, managing organizational change, or enhancing your public profile, our team is committed to helping you communicate with clarity, confidence, and measurable impact.