About Steady Hand PR
The right words at the right time can win it all.
OUr Approach
We focus exclusively on nonprofits and foundations working to solve the world’s biggest challenges.
We understand you, from tight budgets and board dynamics to legislative timelines and grassroots advocacy.
At Steady Hand PR, we bring deep sector experience (working in English and Spanish) without the bureaucracy of a large agency. Every project is different, so we always start by listening. We take the time to understand what makes you special, where you're succeeding, and where there might be hurdles in your way. Then we dig in, auditing your materials, scanning your landscape, and evaluating what's working. We bring you recommendations that are specific, actionable, and realistic for your budget and capacity.
But we don't stop at a hefty report full of things you can't afford. We actually implement.
Steady Hand PR is nimble enough to jump on a last-minute opportunity, yet connected to a proven network of designers, web developers, trainers, social media strategists, videographers, and others who can grow with your needs. Whether it's pitching journalists, training your spokespeople, rewriting your messaging, or coordinating with our network to execute a full campaign, we can make it happen — all while staying steady and calm under pressure.
Meet the founder of Steady Hand PR
Oliver Bernstein
My steadiness under pressure comes from years of navigating crisis situations for my clients, as well as my experience as a champion coxswain for my teammates, where the right words at the right time can win it all.
My experience includes leading communications for Every Texan through three legislative sessions and serving as press secretary for the Sierra Club, where I guided executives through high-stakes media moments from 60 Minutes interviews to press conferences at the U.S. Capitol and crafted campaigns that protected communities and advanced policy change.
Special skills, experiences, and interests:
Fluent in Spanish
Pretty decent tennis player
Board president of the only 100% free health care clinic in Texas for kids without health insurance
Former high school national champion coxswain (rowing team)
Lived in Mexico City for year on a fellowship studying air pollution and public policy
Grew up in Miami and still miss the Cuban food and beaches there
I’ve called Texas my home for over 20 years. As a fluent Spanish speaker, I've worked across languages and communities to amplify voices that matter. As a father, I teach my kids that language can heal the world or divide it.
Contact Steady Hand PR
We’re excited to learn more about your public relations needs and discuss how we can support your communications goals.