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Our Mission Statement

We specialize in helping private and public sector clients strengthen
strategic communications and federal business development
initiatives. We also specialize in tailored PR campaigns targeted
towards funding.
Our knowledge and expertise provide end-to-end solutions to enable
clients to navigate the complexities of securing Department of
Defense (DoD) contracts.

Our proven solutions guide clients to revamp, rebrand and maximize
their growth potential.

Our Vision Statement

We seek to bridge the gap between the public and private sectors by
helping technology providers deliver cutting-edge solutions to the
government.

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About Us

Our experts help to bridge the communications gap between technology solutions providers and the U.S. federal government. As experienced tech translators, we specialize in strategic messaging and branding for both the public and private sector.

In this digital age, our proven strategy helps drive successful collaboration between the public sector, private sector and academia.

Services

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BusinessDevelopment

Our experts help build your brandidentity and provide the tools youneed to stand out in the highlycompetitive tech world andsecure government contracts.

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Corporate StrategyDevelopment

We perform a 360 assessment ofyour firm’s resource allocation,organizational design, portfoliomanagement and strategictradeoffs. We help you figure outyour “play” with the governmentand then develop a roadmap toreach your corporate goals.

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Mergers &Acquisitions

Creating a unified vision,communications system andbrand identity is essential for thelong-term success of your merger.We stand up integrationmanagement, changemanagement and functionalintegration to ensure all elementsare synced.

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Training

Our experts help to bridge thecommunications gap betweentechnology solutions providersand the U.S. federal government.As an experienced tech translator,we specialize in strategicmessaging and branding for boththe public and private sector.

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Messaging andCounter-Messaging

We develop and refine yourmessage and then ensure that itis heard by your key stakeholders.We help promote positive PRstories and jump on negative PRstories to minimize any negativeimpact.

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PR Development

With almost two decades ofexperience in the industry, wehave the know-how to marketyour business and createimportant contacts across thegovernment, particularly the DoD.

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Draft Strategic Communications Plan

In the highly niche world of
defense tech, knowing how to
market the potential of your
technology is essential. We help
you direct your message to the
key decision-makers in
government.

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Proposal Development/Editing

Let us handle the proposal editing
so you can focus on the
innovation and technology. We
create clear and straightforward
pitches about the most intricate
technology so that non-technical
audiences understand what you
are offering in simple clear
language.

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Technical Writing

Our experts develop a breadth of
communications materials,
including marketing brochures,
presentations, web and social
media content and much more.
Our products support you to
communicate your tech
seamlessly to potential investors
and clients.

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Event Management

We offer full-service eventplanning and execution,leveraging our expertise to createthe ideal atmosphere fornetworking conferences, teambuilding events or fundraisers. Weengage attendees to fosterconnections and achieve yourgoals to elevate your brandawareness.

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Translating Technical
Know-How to the
Client

Our experts guide you intranslating technical jargon tohelp you better communicateyour capabilities to potentialclients.

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Branding Workshops

Our full day or half day brandingworkshops combine strategy andcreativity to help you create thefoundation of your brand whilegaining buy-in from internal keystakeholders.

Thematic Areas of Expertise

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AI/ML

AI/ML technology is on the forefront of innovation and the potential capabilities for it to serve warfighters are numerous. Training simulations, missions solutions and strategy planning are just a few examples of how your technology could help to serve DoD.

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5G and Beyond 5G

5G and future generations are essential in the Department of Defense’s arsenal. As they continue to implement the advantages of 5G and beyond, we help our clients make their technology part of the process.

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IoT

The Internet of Things has already redefined how we engage with everything in our environment. Our clients continue to push the limits of object connectivity, bringing the efficiency of the internet to the tools that warfighters need.

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Smart Cities

Smart Cities offer the promise of responsive
communities, streamlined services and
better quality of life. We consult with
innovators who realize the power of
nuanced, real-time data to connect and
support cities as they continue to grow.

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Cloud Computing

The speed, adaptability and elasticity of cloud
computing make it an essential service for
warfighters to have access to. As the
Department of Defense continues to adopt
cloud computing, we can help make sure
your technology is part of the process.

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Data Analytics

Data collection is only as good as the ability
to make sense of it. The Department of
Defense relies on data analytics that help to
break down complex inputs and provide
clear solutions and our clients know how
interpret data for an effective response.

Meet the Team

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Krystle Veda Kaul

Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Krystle Veda Kaul is a communications, corporate growth, federal business development, private equity, geopolitical and policy expert, educator and advisor with 20+ years of experience. 
Currently, Ms. Kaul is the Founder and CEO of Krystle Klear Communications LLC advising several private equity ventures on investor relations as well as high-profile technology and defense hardware clients with business development and strategic messaging to the Department of Defense. Additionally, Krystle is the Head Facilitator at MIT Sloan School of Management for an MBA Executive Management communication course through 2U. She proudly served as the first ever Director of Strategic Communications (GS-15) at the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. Krystle recently ran for US Congress in Virginia’s 10th district and raised over $1.1 million for her campaign. 

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Peter Booth 

Director of Operations

Peter serves as the Director of Operations for Krystle Klear Communications and is based in Arlington, Virginia. He draws on years of experience in the non-profit sector and in the political arena to ensure success and growth for Krystle Klear Communications and its clients. Peter is known for his dedication, creative problem solving, and organization. He has provided quantitative and qualitative analysis as well as personnel management to a range of organizations in the public and private sectors. Peter has spent his career creatively implementing strategic and process-based initiatives to revolutionize operating procedures. He holds a dual degree in economics and political science from Duquesne University of the Holy Spirit.

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John Marotti

Chief Information Officer

John Marotti has served as an IT professional for over 10 years in various roles in industry and government. John has provided IT consulting to executive leadership across the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, Department of State, and Department of Homeland Security on IT strategies, optimizations, and modernization activities. He specialties include IT infrastructure, enterprise services, hybrid-cloud environments, and platform development. He excels at envisioning, planning, and delivering organizational change—encompassing techniques such as Agile, Scrum and Lean to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions tailored to the unique needs of the customer.

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Kaitlin Marotti

Director of Federal Business Development

Kaitlin is a supply chain professional at SAP NS2, director of federal business development at Krystle Clear Communications and a founder of Log It Consulting Services, where she leverages her 10+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, and logistics operations. She holds an MBA and an MS-SCM from Florida Institute of Technology and Michigan State University, respectively, and has formal training in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. She is adept at developing and implementing roadmaps to meet sustainment requirements within the Government and Public Sector (GPS) and Intelligence Community (IC), as well as optimizing the procurement and lifecycle of specialty and unique equipment.

She has a proven track record of building strong business relationships and streamlining operations by proactively identifying and addressing potential issues. She holds a certification in Security+ and has extensive background in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)/SAP systems and warehouse operations oversight. Her consulting experience has enhanced her decision-making and human resources skills, as well as her ability to work with diverse teams and stakeholders. Her goal is to deliver innovative and effective solutions that improve the efficiency and performance of logistics systems and processes.

Board Advisory

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DoD Board Advisor for Sriya.AI 

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Alpha Recon LLC

Testimonials

Ayan Islam, Cybersecurity Communications and Policy Professional, Attorney, and Co-Chair of the Cybersecurity and Emerging Technologies Working Group, Women of Color Advancing Peace and Security (WCAPS)

Krystle is a natural born leader and an expert strategic communications and public relations trailblazer in the technology sector. I have known Krystle for more than 18 years and appreciate her ability to translate complex technical subjects, including cybersecurity, 5G technologies, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, smart cities, autonomous weapons systems and more into clear, concise materials for non-technical audiences. Krystle fuses her technical and cultural experiences to create tailored strategic communications plans for public and private sector clients. In addition to being a leading strategic communications expert in her field, Krystle understands the intricate culture of both the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community to effectively advise her clients on potential engagement opportunities. With her ability to communicate complex technology-related topics and her extensive experience in the public-private sector partnership space, Krystle’s unique insights and expertise makes her an unmatched communications thought leader in the field and a valuable resource to any organization.

Dara Iserson, Founder and CEO of Total Rebrand

“I am so lucky to have hired Krystle to revamp my brand. Sharp, concise, creative and authentic, she distilled my work into less than 6 powerful words that effectively communicate my value. Krystle helped me with a new company name, logo, tagline, mission, vision, goals and objectives. She carefully developed a tailored communications strategy and a branding campaign roll out. She is a strategist, an academic and an artist, trained by the best in the marketing and communications business⁠—possibly a 21st century Edward Bernays. Having Krystle on your team will not only catalyze your agency or company, but also bolster your brand! Thank you, Krystle!”

Contact Us

E-mail

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Phone

+1 (703) 665-1555

Address

7911 Westpark Drive, Suite 2609Mc Lean, Virginia 22102

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