Let’s talk about transparency (Yes, even pricing)
In PR, the game is often played behind closed doors. Agencies typically keep their rates hidden, forcing companies—especially startups—to navigate murky waters, guess their budgets, or worse, face surprise charges and inflated scopes.
At Cedar Strategy & Content, we're doing things differently. We believe clarity is a smart strategy. Transparency isn’t just an ethical stance—it's good business. It builds trust, fuels creativity, and accelerates results.
Here’s why:
Transparency Builds Trust
For over 15 years, I worked in newsrooms at CNN, CNBC, and Fox News—environments where clarity and precision were paramount. Every second counted; every word had purpose. Now, as I run Cedar, I bring that same straightforward clarity to our client relationships. Openly publishing our pricing is our first step in demonstrating trust. No hidden fees. No ambiguous deliverables. Just clear terms and honest partnerships.
Transparency Fuels Agility
When our clients know exactly what their PR and content investment will be, there's no wasted energy worrying about surprises or extra costs. We all stay focused on the real goal: capturing compelling stories, securing meaningful coverage, and crafting powerful content that genuinely moves the needle.
This approach makes us agile. If your story changes, we adapt quickly without bureaucratic roadblocks. The result? Faster, better outcomes.
Transparency Means Results-First
I’ve spent my career creating award-winning content and booking the world’s biggest newsmakers. Cedar leverages that expertise to deliver real, impactful outcomes for clients. We’re not chasing vanity metrics—we care about the tangible: featured articles, executive visibility, thought leadership, and increased brand credibility. Transparent pricing aligns our incentives—your success is our success.
A Clear Advantage
We’re not afraid to share our pricing because we’re confident in the value we offer. Our transparent retainer packages, clearly defined deliverables, and flat project rates ensure you know exactly what you're investing in:
Core Messaging & Media: $3,500/month
PR + Content Partner: $5,500/month
Fractional Head of Communications: Starting at $8,000/month
Check out our full pricing list here.
We invite comparisons. For startups and growing companies, our approach provides elite-level PR and content support without big-agency overhead or small-agency confusion.
At Cedar Strategy & Content, transparency isn’t just our policy—it’s our competitive advantage. Let’s start from a place of clarity and trust, so we can focus together on telling stories that matter.
Let’s talk.
Robért Aouad
Founder, Cedar Strategy & Content
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