Hi, I’m Jon Telch
I am a seasoned Government Relations and Communicatons professional with a proven track record in developing and executing strategic initiatives that drive public policy outcomes, stakeholder engagement, and organizational visibility.
Throughout my career I have demonstrated excellence in public speaking, media engagement, and spokesperson duties, alongside strong capabilities in crafting compelling messaging, speaking remarks, briefing materials and crisis communication strategies. I am adept at stakeholder mapping, coalition building and facilitating responsible Indigenous engagement, including partnerships with First Nations communities and organizations.
I bring strategic insight into pitch development and evaluation, proposal review, conference support and Government Relations strategy evaluation - helping organizations assess their likelihood of success and align efforts accordingly.
I provide ongoing counsel as an in-house Government Relations and communications advisor, ensuring alignment between advocacy, policy and reputation objectives.
My Approach
I work as a true partner alongside you and your team, building strategies tailored to your specific goals and realities. My advice is grounded in real-world experience across government, communications, and advocacy, and focused on what works in practice. Above all, I prioritize clear outcomes—delivering measurable results and meaningful impact where it matters most.
Collaborative
Integrate seamlessly with your team, aligning around shared goals and working together to move priorities forward with clarity and trust.
Lasting impact
I focus on solutions that endure—building strategies, relationships, and systems that continue to deliver value well beyond the immediate moment.