Who we are
Marathon Global Communications is a senior-led communications consultancy built to help disruptive and innovative companies earn attention, build trust, and keep it.
Our story
Marathon was created for teams with ambitious products and real momentum, who want to avoid the typical noise many agencies provide – without meaningful results. These are teams seeking a clear plan, strong writing, and support that’s experienced enough to say what matters, then do the work.
Our name is intentional. Great communication is not a sprint. It is consistent narrative, consistent relationships, and consistent delivery – until we hit the finish line and you win.
Core beliefs
Clarity wins
If people cannot repeat your story in one sentence, it is not ready.
Earned beats forced
Real influence comes from trust and context, not sporadic press blasts.
Consistency compounds
The right message, to the right people, over time, builds momentum you can measure and build your business on.
Senior input matters
Fast, honest counsel avoids months of wasted motion.
How we show up
We work as an extension of your team; calm, proactive, and focused on outcome.
We are candid when something is not working, and we simplify what is complicated. We protect your time, and we always keep your communications moving forward, even when priorities shift.
Our team
Leadership
Marathon is led by Ben Conrad, a communications strategist and storyteller with deep experience supporting high-growth companies focused on emerging technology, online entertainment, and cutting-edge innovation. Ben brings senior level counsel plus hands-on execution to Marathon’s clients, from narrative development and launches to media and analyst engagement. Ben is also a source of “Benergy” – caring as much about the journey as he does about the destination.
Small, senior, accountable
You work directly with the person doing the thinking and the delivery; no wasted resources, no smoke and mirrors.
A clear plan, not noise
We agree goals, audiences, messages, and priorities, then execute on that plan.
Flexible engagement
Support can be structured around a launch, a campaign, or a quarterly program, or simply fill an interim leadership gap when you need experienced cover.
Experience that travels well
We have supported teams across fast-moving technical categories, where the story needs to land with people outside the building.
That includes shaping positioning, building media and analyst relationships, preparing leaders for high-stakes activations, and keeping communications aligned as organizations scale.
If you want a partner who can translate complex work into stories the market understands, speak to us. We’re ready to run with it.
Ready to sharpen your story and build lasting visibility?
Tell us what you are launching, selling, or changing, and we will recommend the most effective next step.