Podcasting is one of the fastest-growing and most effective ways to reach and engage audiences.

(The good news is, launching one can be simple and turnkey.)

Whether you’re looking to establish thought leadership, connect with your audience on a deeper level, or explore new ways to engage current customers, our podcast production services make it seamless and impactful.

We can help you grow your reach, highlight your members, clients, or key stakeholders, build trust, and tap into a global audience beyond traditional marketing.

Podcasts are powerful marketing and sales tools, as well as an effective client retention strategy.

Our Turnkey Podcast Services:

Experienced Audio Storytellers – Our team has crafted some of the most listened-to audio content on radio and podcasts, ensuring high-quality, engaging storytelling. We’ve been developing podcast content long before it became mainstream, honing our craft to perfection. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR TEAM’S EXPERIENCE

Strategic Digital Project Management – With years of experience in talent development and producing award-winning content, we oversee every detail to deliver a seamless production process. From concept to completion, we ensure professional execution at every step.

Innovative Technology Integration – We stay at the forefront of podcast industry advancements, utilizing the latest tools and strategies to enhance production quality and audience engagement. Our experience in innovative technology initiatives ensures your podcast is ahead of the curve.

Comprehensive Content Production – From front- and back-end web development to social media, video, and audio content, we ensure a well-rounded digital presence for your podcast. We manage all aspects of content creation, from production and delivery logistics to talent development and research.

End-to-End Podcast Services – Our expertise spans content creation, production, delivery logistics, talent development, research, guest coordination, and distribution, making your podcast completely turnkey.

We take care of everything, so you can focus on sharing your message with confidence.

Case Study:

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois wanted to enhance member experience, grow their reach, and share the compelling stories of the industry. River Strategies came on to launch “Engineering Works,” now in its second season.

“We knew it was time for us to launch a podcast that allowed us to reach our members, and the industry as a whole, through a modern medium. We wanted to highlight showcase our member’s work, share with them the behind-the-scenes advocacy work we were doing, and also start to connect with potential new members. River Strategies took care of every aspect from concept to launch, and they continue to host, produce, and run the podcast monthly - even helping with the promotion. We have no plans of stopping.”

- Kevin Artl, President, American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois

Our Leadership

Tracy Slutzkin

Tracy Slutzkin is an innovative communication leader with an extensive  national network of media contacts. She has a depth of knowledge of news operations from a more than 20 year career in broadcasting at Cumulus Media, Westwood One, Fox and ABC News.  Tracy has reported and produced investigative news, spot-news, feature stories and news talk programming at some of the most influential media outlets in the U.S. She developed special segments with high-profile newsmakers including four U.S. Presidents. She has covered the RNC and DNC Conventions since 1996. Tracy also served as Program Director at WLS Radio in Chicago for four years.

She has developed and implemented successful media relations and digital strategies for companies such as Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Zhongli North America, law firms and professional services organizations.  Tracy has earned several coveted industry awards for programming and news coverage, including being named one of the “Most Influential Women in Radio”. She has a B.S. in Communications from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois.

Hayley Bierkle Burns

Hayley Burns is a communication, public affairs and public relations leader with a record of helping clients grow thoughtfully and strategically, aligned with their core principles, to achieve their biggest goals. Hayley also has a wealth of experience helping clients navigate through challenging times, often turning crisis and unexpected obstacles into opportunity. Hayley has built successful communication and growth strategies for clients in some of the toughest political and business environments including cyber-security, education, and various high-impact public affairs issues. Among Hayley's expertise is a keen understanding of leveraging the broad-spectrum of earned media opportunities to drive an organization’s credibility and reach.

In addition to her role as partner at River Strategies, Hayley is co-founder of Lincoln Forum, a non-partisan public affairs event series launched in 2017, aimed at offering a platform for sensible, solution-based discussion.  Since its launch, Lincoln Forum has hosted two Illinois governors, a Chicago mayoral debate, a former vice-president, award winning authors, various media panels, mayors, business leaders and more.  Lincoln Forum has partnered with POLITICO and Crain’s, and has been covered in various media outlets.

Hayley’s career began in broadcast journalism where she covered business, international breaking news and politics at NBC Chicago, Fox News Chicago and CNN.  Hayley has a master’s degree in Public Affairs Journalism from Columbia College and a B.S. in Communication from Regis University in Denver.