About Astonish Media Group

Astonish Media Group, LLC is a strategic media company based in New York City. Founded in 2000, Astonish offers media services ranging from public relations and branding to content syndication, publishing and client management. The eclectic focus of the agency is the reflection of founders Paula and John Conway, whose backgrounds include entertainment, public relations, publishing, writing, reporting, talent representation and television production.

What is a strategic media company? 

It’s a company that can not only get you on the TODAY show, but get your book published, represent you for speaking engagements, help re-brand your business, and create dynamic partnerships with businesses you want to be connected to. Authors, publishers, content aggregators, and publicists, we are many and we are very good at what we do. Learn more about our astonishing experts.

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What Our Clients And The Media Have To Say About Astonish
“As a journalist, I’ve found Astonish a savvy media firm.”
– Susan Price, Forbes columnist
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“I have worked with hundreds of PR firms over the years. But over and over I find that Astonish truly stands out in a very crowded industry.”
– Jeryl Brunner, Forbes and Parade columnist
“I hired Astonish after two failed attempts with finding a public relations firm. I was nervous to take the leap again but Astonish proved themselves quickly to be the best in the business.”
– Kate Harrison, founder MyGreenBride.com and Astonish client
“Astonish can create a brand and income stream from vapor!”
- Dawn Bryan, founder of The Qualipedia
Astonish Capabilities
Media Representation and Public Relations
Branding
Messaging and Positioning
Content Creation
Strategic Partnerships
Speaking Engagements
Grant and Award Applications
Our Strategy

Comprehensive review and preparation of business portfolio for strategic media placements

  • Example: review of trademarks and trade dress, including branding and messaging

Target media based on business goals

  • Example: consumer media for sales and branding goals vs. trade media for new business acquisition, funding and investing rounds

Create and distribute thought leadership content as part of larger PR strategy

  • All clients: B2B/trades and B2C

Create strategic partnerships with complimentary companies or celebrities

  • Example: Robert Herjavec x BakeMeAWish.com partnership

Implement long-term programs to benefit company goodwill

  • Example: CCRM and Ilume Fertility OB/GYN referral program

Create brand collateral to enhance brand portfolio

  • Example: full-length books, movie and television treatments

Develop and implement sales strategy for consumer goods

  • Example: Lucas Candies/Fresh Market and Bed, Bath & Beyond
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