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Every day, people face an overwhelming flood of messages—most of it noise, much of it distant from their real lives. Too often, traditional outreach talks at people rather than with them, missing what truly resonates. But real change happens when we listen. Every conversation with a voter isn't just data collection—it's an opportunity to amplify stories, elevate lived experiences, and center voices that are too often ignored.

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<h2>Media Release</h2>I hereby grant to [Echo Effect LLC + Powered by VA] (the “Organizations”) and any individual or entity authorized by Organizations permission to: (a) photograph and record me (on film, videotape, audiotape, digital media or otherwise), (b) edit and modify any resulting photographs, recordings or other media or materials (the “Photographs and Recordings”), as well as any photographs, comments, statements, stories, and/or other recordings or media that I have submitted to Organizations (the “Submissions”) (the Photographs and Recordings and the Submissions are collectively the “Content”), and (c) use and distribute the Content, in whole or in part, together with my name, likeness, voice, story, comments and persona, in any manner or media and for any purpose whatsoever.I represent and warrant that I have all rights necessary to grant such permission as set forth herein and that no infringement or violation of any third-party rights will result from use of the Submissions, or the use of my name, likeness, voice, story, comments or persona as captured in the Photographs and Recordings. I understand and agree that Organizations will own all rights of any kind in the Photographs and Recordings, and that I will retain no rights therein. I grant Organizations a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, sublicensable, royalty-free license to publish, reproduce, distribute, publicly perform, publicly display, edit, modify, create derivative works of and otherwise use the Submissions in any manner or media and for any purpose whatsoever at the sole discretion of Organizations, including without limitation any political, advertising or commercial use of any kind. I further understand that Organizations shall have no obligation to make any use of the Content and that all rights granted herein are fully sub-licensable and assignable.I give my permission to use my name, likeness, voice, and biographical information in connection with the Content, and hereby release and discharge each of Organizations, its officers, directors, agents, employees and assigns, and anyone acting under their authorization, including but not limited to any sub-licensee, from any claims that such use as authorized herein violates any of my rights, including without limitation any rights of publicity or privacy. I understand that I will not be entitled to any additional compensation for the permission and release granted herein or for any use of the Content.I agree to defend, indemnify and hold each of Organizations, its officers, directors, agents, employees and assigns, and all other persons affiliated therewith, harmless from and against any liabilities, losses, claims, demands, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in connection with the use of the Submissions, or the use of my name, likeness, voice, story, comments or persona or any of the content I provide in the Photographs and Recordings, or from the breach or alleged breach of any of the representations or warranties I make in this grant and release.This grant and release is irrevocable, so that Organizations may proceed in reliance thereon, and I agree that I will not be entitled to any injunctive relief that would prevent or interfere with the use, display, distribution or other exploitation of the Content. I hereby attest that I have read, and agree, to the above statements.

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Real power emerges when messages aren't scripted from afar but are born from genuine local conversations. Yet most campaigns still broadcast disconnected messages that people simply tune out.

People trust people, not ads.

We start on the ground, in neighborhoods, living rooms, and community spaces, asking and listening to what matters. Then, we turn these authentic dialogues into compelling stories, vibrant images, and short videos—content that reflects real community voices.Imagine a neighbor's voice turning into a postcard delivered to every home, a spontaneous conversation shaping a community radio spot, or a powerful personal story reaching thousands online. This isn’t traditional advertising. It's everyday people speaking truth to power, shaping narratives, and driving movements from the ground up.

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with what’s already happening—it’s built to strengthen it. We can run our own programs or plug into existing ones, helping lift up the work already being done by trusted local leaders and organizations. Think of it as a system that captures what’s real and helps more people hear it.

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<h2>Movement Building, Not Marketing</h2>We aren't here to compete—we’re here to build momentum. Whether running independent initiatives or integrating seamlessly into existing community efforts, our goal is always the same: to uplift and amplify trusted local leaders and organizations, adding energy and authenticity to their work. A single conversation doesn't stop when a door closes—it echoes outward. It travels across mailboxes, onto screens, and into community gatherings, fueling word-of-mouth and social media conversations. Every authentic voice builds trust, inspires action, and deepens connections.This is the&nbsp;Echo Effect—a movement that starts with listening, gains strength through storytelling, and grows into an undeniable force for change.

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<h2>Media Release</h2>I hereby grant to [Echo Effect LLC + the Campaign for a Family Friendly Economy] (the “Organizationss”) and any individual or entity authorized by Organizations permission to: (a)&nbsp;photograph and record me (on film, videotape, audiotape, digital media or otherwise), (b) edit and modify any resulting photographs, recordings or other media or materials (the “Photographs and Recordings”), as well as any photographs, comments, statements, stories, and/or other recordings or media that I have submitted to Organizations (the “Submissions”) (the Photographs and Recordings and the Submissions are collectively the “Content”), and (c) use and distribute the Content, in whole or in part, together with my name, likeness, voice, story, comments and persona, in any manner or media and for any purpose whatsoever.I represent and warrant that I have all rights necessary to grant such permission as set forth herein and that no infringement or violation of any third-party rights will result from use of the Submissions, or the use of my name, likeness, voice, story, comments or persona as captured in the Photographs and Recordings. I understand and agree that Organizations will own all rights of any kind in the Photographs and Recordings, and that I will retain no rights therein. I grant Organizations a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, sublicensable, royalty-free license to publish, reproduce, distribute, publicly perform, publicly display, edit, modify, create derivative works of and otherwise use the Submissions in any manner or media and for any purpose whatsoever at the sole discretion of Organizations, including without limitation any political, advertising or commercial use of any kind. I further understand that Organizations shall have no obligation to make any use of the Content and that all rights granted herein are fully sub-licensable and assignable.I give my permission to use my name, likeness, voice, and biographical information in connection with the Content, and hereby release and discharge each of Organizations, its officers, directors, agents, employees and assigns, and anyone acting under their authorization, including but not limited to any sub-licensee, from any claims that such use as authorized herein violates any of my rights, including without limitation any rights of publicity or privacy. I understand that I will not be entitled to any additional compensation for the permission and release granted herein or for any use of the Content.I agree to defend, indemnify and hold each of Organizations, its officers, directors, agents, employees and assigns, and all other persons affiliated therewith, harmless from and against any liabilities, losses, claims, demands, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in connection with the use of the Submissions, or the use of my name, likeness, voice, story, comments or persona or any of the content I provide in the Photographs and Recordings, or from the breach or alleged breach of any of the representations or warranties I make in this grant and release.This grant and release is irrevocable, so that Organizations&nbsp; may proceed in reliance thereon, and I agree that I will not be entitled to any injunctive relief that would prevent or interfere with the use, display, distribution or other exploitation of the Content. I hereby attest that I have read, and agree, to the above statements.

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We’re building a new kind of organizing program—one that doesn’t just talk to people, but listens to them, lifts up their voices, and helps those voices carry.This work starts with conversations. Our team is out in the field every day, knocking doors, chatting with voters, hearing real concerns and real stories. From there, we turn those conversations into content—short videos, photos, quotes, and messages—that feel personal because they are personal.The people we meet become the messengers. Their voices show up on screens, in mailboxes, in neighborhoods, speaking directly to their own communities in a way that feels familiar and real. And because we’re capturing these stories directly from the ground, we can keep pace with what’s actually happening and what people are really feeling.We’ve built a system that ties it all together- organizing, storytelling, and message delivery—in one loop. It can stand on its own or plug into other campaigns, coalitions, or community efforts already doing the work.This isn’t about creating the perfect soundbite. It’s about making sure the voices we hear at the doors don’t stop there- they travel, resonate, and make people feel seen.

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Echo Effect exists to shift the balance: to take authentic, grassroots conversations and transform them into powerful content that feels local, genuine, and actionable. Our mission is to put real people—neighbors, workers, small business owners, community champions—at the heart of the narrative, amplifying their voices in the spaces where conversations matter most.We call this&nbsp;relational advertising. It's how we turn everyday interactions into powerful stories that move communities.

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People are bombarded with information every day—and it's easy to tune out messages that don’t feel real or relevant. There’s a lot of noise that talks at people instead of listening to them.But something powerful happens when we slow down and listen. Every conversation with a voter is a chance to hear what actually matters to them—and when we do that, we don’t just gather data. We gather stories, experience, and voices that need to be heard and uplift them.&nbsp;That’s what this model is about: capturing those real conversations and turning them into content that feels familiar, local, and grounded. It’s about putting the voices of real people—neighbors, small business owners, community leaders—at the center of the message, and making sure those voices are amplified in the places people already spend their time.Relational advertising helps us do exactly that. By turning in-person conversations into localized content—from a quote in a mailer to a quick video seen on someone’s phone—we’re helping communities hear from people they already trust, in ways that feel honest and human.

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People are more likely to listen—and believe—when the message comes from someone they know and trust. But most campaign outreach still relies on one-way communication, disconnected from the people it's meant to reach. That’s the gap we’re trying to close.This work starts with real conversations. We talk with people in their neighborhoods, ask what matters to them, and listen. From there, we turn those conversations into something bigger: stories, quotes, photos, and short videos that reflect real life—and can be shared back into the community they came from.A neighbor’s voice becomes a mail piece. A conversation becomes a radio ad. A story becomes a post that shows up in someone’s feed. It’s not messaging from a script—it’s people speaking in their own words, on their own terms. And that’s what makes it stick.This model isn’t about competing with what’s already happening—it’s built to strengthen it. We can run our own programs or plug into existing ones, helping lift up the work already being done by trusted local leaders and organizations. Think of it as a system that captures what’s real and helps more people hear it.When it’s working, a single conversation doesn’t end when someone closes the door—it travels. It shows up on a screen, in a mailbox, at the gas station. It moves through word of mouth and social media. It builds familiarity, trust, and connection. That’s the echo effect we’re building: a loop that starts with listening and grows into something louder, stronger, and rooted in the community itself.

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We’re building a new kind of organizing program—one that doesn’t just talk to people, but listens to them, lifts up their voices, and helps those voices carry.This work starts with conversations. Our team is out in the field every day, knocking doors, chatting with voters, hearing real concerns and real stories. From there, we turn those conversations into content—short videos, photos, quotes, and messages—that feel personal because they are personal.The people we meet become the messengers. Their voices show up on screens, in mailboxes, in neighborhoods, speaking directly to their own communities in a way that feels familiar and real. And because we’re capturing these stories directly from the ground, we can keep pace with what’s actually happening and what people are really feeling.We’ve built a system that ties it all together- organizing, storytelling, and message delivery—in one loop. It can stand on its own or plug into other campaigns, coalitions, or community efforts already doing the work.This isn’t about creating the perfect soundbite. It’s about making sure the voices we hear at the doors don’t stop there- they travel, resonate, and make people feel seen.

listens to them, lifts up their voices, and helps those voices carry.This work starts with conversations. Our team is out in the field every day, knocking doors, chatting with voters, hearing real concerns and real stories. From there, we turn those conversations into content—short videos, photos, quotes, and messages—that feel personal because they are personal.The people we meet become the messengers. Their voices show up on screens, in mailboxes, in neighborhoods, speaking directly to their own communities in a way that feels familiar and real. And because we’re capturing these stories directly from the ground, we can keep pace with what’s actually happening and what people are really feeling.We’ve built a system that ties it all together- organizing, storytelling, and message delivery—in one loop. It can stand on its own or plug into other campaigns, coalitions, or community efforts already doing the work.This isn’t about creating the perfect soundbite. It’s about making sure the voices we hear at the doors don’t stop there- they travel, resonate, and make people feel seen.