Strategic Elements

West Des Moines, Iowa, United States

Public affairs and communications with grassroots and grasstops expertise.

Strategic Elements is a public affairs and public relations firm based in Iowa, co-founded in 2009 by Christine and John Stineman. The firm is recognized for its custom-built solutions and deep experience in integrated communications campaigns, political intelligence, and strategic advertising. They serve clients globally, offering a comprehensive understanding of public policy advocacy and communications across the United States.

The agency provides a wide range of services including public affairs campaigns, issues and digital advocacy, grassroots and grasstops campaign management, and strategic communications. They also specialize in media and public relations, offering services such as media buying, media training, and rapid response. Their approach involves assessing the market environment, mapping key stakeholders, and designing customized plans to effectively reach target audiences.

Strategic Elements has a proven track record of creating impactful movements and has been recognized with multiple awards for their work. They have collaborated with notable organizations like the Muscular Dystrophy Association and American Clean Power, delivering transformative campaigns that generate legislative support and public awareness. Their team comprises former political operatives and public affairs professionals, ensuring a strategic and informed approach to each client engagement.

17
YEARS IN BUSINESS
8
SERVICES

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Agency details

Team size
51-200 people
Founded
2009 (17 years)

About this agency on Agency List

Strategic Elements holds an Agency List Score of 97 out of 100.

That score is higher than 97% of the 36,919 agencies Agency List has assessed so far.

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Agency List assessed Strategic Elements in September 2026, reading 7 pages published on strategicelements.com.

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