Yulu's Expert Partner Network

Expanding impact. Scaling expertise. Building a better future through communications.

At Yulu, we believe strategic communications is one of the most powerful tools organizations can use to drive meaningful change for their business and for society. To meet the evolving needs of our clients and unlock new opportunities across North America, we launched the Expert Partner Network (EPN): a collaborative ecosystem of senior practitioners, industry specialists, and purpose-driven strategists who share our mission to amplify impact.

What Is the Expert Partner Network?

The Expert Partner Network (EPN) is Yulu’s extended bench of seasoned experts: leaders in their fields with deep knowledge across industries, service areas, and complex issue spaces. Together, we deliver integrated, high-impact communications strategies that help our clients scale influence, shape public narratives, and lead with purpose.

EPN partners are carefully curated for their expertise, shared values, and proven ability to drive results. They join forces with Yulu’s core team to expand capabilities, deepen sector-specific insight, and deliver specialized services, all while staying rooted in our belief that communications can be a force for good.

Why the EPN Matters

The communications landscape is evolving fast. New technologies, shifting stakeholder expectations, regulatory changes, and social movements are reshaping how organizations show up. The EPN allows Yulu and our clients to stay ahead of that change by:

Expanding our capabilities beyond traditional PR, including data storytelling, ESG strategy, stakeholder engagement, thought leadership, AI communications, and more.
Bringing deep sector expertise in areas like climate tech, social impact, healthcare innovation, corporate sustainability, venture capital, and non-profit advocacy.
Creating flexible collaboration models that match clients with the right talent for their challenges, from campaign strategists to media trainers to policy advisors.
Scaling impact regionally and globally with a trusted network of partners across North America and beyond.

Our Network of Experts

Our EPN includes leaders with decades of experience across:

Purpose & ESG Strategy: Translating impact commitments into measurable communications outcomes
Media & Thought Leadership: Shaping narratives that influence decision-makers and public opinion
Brand Storytelling & Content: Developing messaging and creative that resonate with stakeholders
Crisis & Issues Management: Navigating high-stakes moments with credibility and care
Policy & Advocacy Communications: Driving awareness, action, and change at scale
AI & Tech Communications: Future-proofing strategies in a rapidly evolving digital landscape
Industry Specialties: Climate tech, clean energy, healthcare, finance, philanthropy, and more

Every engagement is custom-built, pairing Yulu’s core team with the right experts to deliver insight-driven strategies and exceptional results.

Why Partner With Yulu’s EPN

Joining forces with Yulu’s Expert Partner Network means being part of a values-driven, forward-thinking collective that is reimagining how communications can serve both business and society. As a partner, you’ll:

Collaborate with top-tier brands and mission-led organizations
Contribute to high-impact campaigns that drive real-world change
Expand your reach, visibility, and professional network
Access shared resources, strategic support, and a platform to grow your practice

Join the Network

We’re always looking for new partners who share our passion for using communications as a catalyst for impact. Whether you’re a solo strategist, a boutique consultancy, or an industry expert ready to collaborate — we want to hear from you. Get in touch with Jenna at hello@yulupr.com.

Yulu’s Network of Experts

Our EPN includes leaders with decades of experience across purpose & ESG strategy, brand storytelling & content, policy & advocacy, and several industry specialities. Every engagement is custom-built, pairing Yulu’s core team with the right experts to deliver insight-driven strategies and exceptional results.

Ashley Letts, Copywriter

Ashley is a writer and communications consultant helping purpose-led entrepreneurs craft stories that resonate.

Bob Goulais, Cultural Advisor

Bob excels in situations requiring significant change management, organizational development, human resource development and community engagement development. He has previously served as the founding Director of Aboriginal Relations for the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, responsible for establishing the new Branch and fostering relationships between the government and First Nations and Métis communities across Ontario.

Lareina Abbott, Métis Storyteller and Community Builder

As the community manager of the Audible Indigenous Writer’s Circle, Lareina builds safe environments to promote creativity and collaboration while emphasizing Indigenous Ways of Being, such as elder involvement and connection to the land. She teaches classes in Decolonizing Writing, How to Appropriately Appropriate, and the Importance of Diverse Voices in Writing.

Kris Krüg, Generative AI Expert

Kris Krüg is a digital pioneer, acclaimed photographer, creative technologist, author, and educator. He hosts and facilitates workshops designed to empower artists, creators, and innovators with the knowledge and skills to harness the power of generative AI in their creative processes.

Ben Finzel, Strategic Communications

Ben Finzel is president of RENEWPR, a Washington, DC-based communications consulting firm that provides senior-level advice, counsel and outreach on strategy, messaging, media and partnerships to alliance, association, coalition, corporation, foundation and non-governmental clients tackling energy, environmental and LGBTQ issues and opportunities.

Jeremy Hunka, Media Relations

Jeremy Hunka helps charities and purpose driven organizations tell great stories about the good work they do—maximizing their impact and compelling others to rally around their cause. He is a former television journalist now focused on promoting the work of non-profits across channels, with the aim of inspiring action and cultivating greater support.

Kendra Peavy, Impact Consulting

Kendra is a marketing communications strategist with 20+ years of experience guiding external positioning, brand visibility, content creation and impact programming for direct-to-consumer and business-to-business companies.

Heather Seabrook, Corporate Communications

Working with large international brands & growing local organizations, Heather brings over 15 years of experience in the areas of corporate communications, public relations, marketing communications, social media, & community relations.

Alyza Beg, Creative Marketing

With over two decades of experience, Alyza leads innovative creative marketing campaigns and strategic initiatives across multiple industries in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Europe. As CEO of BORN28, Alyza combines strategic, results-driven insight with creative excellence to deliver lasting brand impact.

Mansi Shah, Strategic Communications

Mansi is a strategic communication professional for sustainability-first brands with experience in sectors including organic food and hemp textiles. She specializes in brand strategy, content writing, and public relations.

Reiko Suzuki, Strategic Partnerships

Reiko leverages her unique blend of experience working in a social business, UN organization and private sector to support a wide range of stakeholders. Currently, she is the Senior Director of Partnerships and Outreach at mymizu, an award-winning initiative to tackle plastic waste and promote sustainable living through the power of technology and community.

Nazaneen Lauriault, Impact Communications

Nazaneen and the 50th Parallel Public Relations team are experts in values-focused PR with a focus on work with Indigenous communities.

Jennifer Madani

After graduating with Honours from Vancouver Film School, Jennifer wanted to tell stories for mission driven organizations; that goal became UpMedia Video. UpMedia exists to empower positive impact brands with uplifting videos and animations.