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We are a specialised management consulting and training firm on a mission to advance the disciplines of strategic marketing and communications in the public and nonprofit sectors.
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CONSULTING

Why hire CEPSM?

CEPSM offers strategic marketing and communications consulting services developed specifically for governments, nonprofits, and associations. We have an exceptionally strong core senior consulting team that is complemented by a world class network of associates and partner organizations.

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TRAINING

Learn new skills!

We conduct a wide variety of strategic marketing and communications training in various formats, including:

  • Public workshops
  • Private tailored workshops (in-house or at our facilities)
  • Private coaching and mentoring services
  • The annual MARCOM Forum; and
  • The university-accredited SPROTT Professional Certificate in Public Sector and Non-Profit Marketing
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SPEAKING

Let us inspire you!

CEPSM features a growing list of passionate, professional public speakers that actively deliver keynotes, participate in panels, and provide customized speaking services based on your unique needs.

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OUR TEAM View all

What makes us unique? First and foremost, we understand the unique needs and constraints of the public and non-profit sectors. We are highly engaged in our fields as speakers, trainers and consultants, which allows us to stay up-to-date on the latest marketing and communications trends and best practices. Our desired outcome is to help you attain your goals and create a positive impact on your organization, your audience and society as a whole.

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Jim Mintz

Managing Partner & Senior Consultant

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Bernie Colterman

Managing Partner & Senior Consultant

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Mike Kujawski

Managing Partner & Senior Consultant

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Claire Mills

Managing Director & Senior Consultant

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OUR BLOG View all

Enough About Gold, Silver, Bronze Sponsorship Packages!

by Bernie Colterman

Anyone who attends my workshops knows my thinking on this – the gold, silver, bronze sponsorship package “metal levels” are dead. The days when a company buys into a prepackaged sponsor benefits plan are becoming a thing of the past, yet I’m amazed at the number of organizations that continue to offer these packages as […]

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Canadian Values…What are they?

by Jim Mintz

I normally write on marketing topics but I just can’t help myself from commenting on Conservative MP and party leadership contender Kellie Leitch who wants to have a conversation on Canadian values.  Leitch who is a medical doctor has been insisting lately that we consider a values test for prospective immigrants. Many have criticized her […]

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The Next Big Thing – Influencer Marketing

by Jim Mintz

The world of marketing is changing at a rapid pace and a number of changes are taking place on how best to reach, persuade and influence people to buy your product, program, service or social cause. The next big thing and you will hear about it often is influencer marketing. What is happening is that […]

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OUR PARTNERS View all

CEPSM is the proud producer of the MARCOM Annual Forum designed specifically for public and not-for-profit sector marketing and communications professionals. MARCOM delivers education in a variety of formats to include intensive workshops, inspiring keynotes, networking and practical sessions that empower attendees to take action once back at the office. Now in its 18th year, it’s the only forum of its kind in Canada.

CEPSM works closely with the Intersol Group through the provision of consulting services to complement their expertise in people and process skills for leaders and their teams. Intersol’s facilitative approach and commitment to building capacity is a hallmark of their reputation for excellence in Ottawa and across Canada.

CEPSM is a proud partner of Carleton University’s Sprott School of Business with whom we have developed Canada’s first and only Professional Certificate in Public Sector and Non-Profit Marketing. Currently in its 10th year, the Certificate is sought out by professionals from all around the world looking to advance their careers.