• Public Affairs and
    Crisis Communications

    “Wooden is what might be called City Hall’s ‘bureaucrat-whisperer,’ who preaches urgency, transparency and knowing when to shut up.”

    – The Kansas City Star, February 18, 2018

    MEET AMY JORDAN WOODEN

What I Do

In short: I strategically get people into the news or keep them out of the news.

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Reputation Management

Reputation Management

Build and safeguard the public images of individuals, companies and not-for-profits.

Crisis Response

Crisis Response

I help clients navigate difficult media and legal inquiries in crisis situations.

Public Affairs

Public Affairs

Develop comprehensive communication strategies that reach the general public and influential stakeholders.

Who I Help

Elected Officials

As a former press secretary and state director, I advise candidates and officeholders on clear communications with voters and constituents.

Business Leaders & Organizations

I work with executives to solve communication challenges – internal or external, civil or criminal.

Government Entities

I help government agencies manage difficult situations and convey complex subject matter to the public.

Michael Tucker

Michael Tucker

Managing Partner / Plumbline Public Affairs

Amy is savvy and so well-connected; she’s an incredible resource capable of navigating political waters not only in Missouri and Kansas, but also in DC.

Gillian Power

Gillian Power

Conference Committee / International Legal Technology Association

Amy is an educational and entertaining speaker, engaging her audience with real-world examples, practical advice and refreshing candor. She goes to 11 on candor.

Darryl Forte

Darryl Forte

Police Chief / Kansas City Police Department (Retired)

To know Amy was merely a phone call away – 24/7 – was comforting to me and my leadership team. When a crisis occurs, you need immediate assistance to manage the situation and communicate effectively.

Mark Nevins

Mark Nevins

Partner / The Dover Group

Amy’s terrific. One of the best in the business… She doesn’t ruffle, doesn’t get angry, she’s a steady hand.

Paul Berardi

Paul Berardi

Fire Chief / Kansas City Fire Department (Retired)

I found that during high-profile, challenging situations, the collaborative process of back-and-forth discussions with someone who has “been in the trenches” helped me to deliver a thoughtful, accurate and transparent message.

Angela Kreps

Angela Kreps

VP of Strategic Development / Sekisui XenoTech

Amy was an invaluable resource and helped us manage all aspects of our public affairs activities at the local, state and national level. She knew where the landmines were buried and how to avoid them.