About Us.

At EightyOne EightySix, we are driven by a deep commitment to equity and community transformation. Founded on over a decade of experience leading client-centered initiatives in government and nonprofit sectors, our firm is dedicated to strengthening organizations that serve our most vulnerable communities. Our mission is to guide teams and projects toward impactful, lasting outcomes.

Community Outreach

Stakeholder mapping and relationship management
Outreach campaign development
Public meeting facilitation
Community advisory council formation & support

Government Relations

Policy analysis and positioning
City and County agency navigation
Strategic advocacy support
Council and committee presentation coaching

Special Projects

Community benefits strategy
Crisis communication and trust restoration
Event planning with impact (open houses, town halls)
Coalition-building around shared policy goals

Who We Serve.

Our geographic focus spans Wilmington, San Pedro, Harbor Gateway, Watts, and the broader Los Angeles area.

We proudly partner with a diverse range of clients, including:

Public infrastructure and development firms
Nonprofits and foundations
Elected offices and government agencies
Community benefit organizations
Port-adjacent private sector developers

With a deep understanding of public agency culture and community concerns, we are uniquely positioned to deliver results that resonate with all stakeholders.

Building Trust,
Delivering Results

Across all our work, we focus on building trusted relationships with clients, partners, and community members. We deliver high-quality results by centering the voices and needs of the people we serve. With a strong foundation in communications, we design and lead workshops, write compelling funding proposals, and create tools that reflect the values and lived experiences of the communities we support.