connector - public relations creative placemaking - problem solving
Dastrup Creative is an advisory firm sowing dynamic relationships across Kansas City. We’ve done it all, and we can help you do it, too.
creative problem solving and community advocacy since 2010
Crissy Dastrup, Founder of Dastrup Creative, is a visionary, project architect, and ecosystem connector. She pairs collaboration with creativity, breathing fresh ideas into everything she touches. She has been an advocate for the wellbeing of civic, public, and private sectors of Kansas City for over a decade.
Crissy’s experience as a small business owner, philanthropic founder, community advocate, and public servant at City Hall built a broad foundation of opportunities to connect, empower, and advocate for the people who need it most. She led legislation to form Kansas City and Missouri’s first LGBTQ Commission, human rights and equity policy, and spearheaded nationally renown, award-winning creative placemaking projects. Prior to her time at City Hall, Crissy helped private and philanthropic organizations build strategic marketing strategies and elevate brand positions.
Dastrup Creative is now focused on high level consulting needs:
arts, culture, and creative placemaking projects
community engagement
public and government relations strategies
and of course, the occasional miracle
If you have a problem, need a refreshed vision, or want to engage new audiences, click below. If we can’t help, we know someone who can.
LEADERSHIP
KC STREETCAR
ARTS KC
CITY HALL
WELCOMING KC
KCEDC
TROOST MARKET COLLECTIVE
KC DOWNTOWNERS
KC BALLET GUILD
US ARMY
Areas of Expertise
Connection
Dastrup Creative has the relationships necessary to provide the connections and resources required to elevate your vision. We can help you evaluate the path forward, connecting you to the partners who will help you get there.
Leadership
Decades of interaction with a broad spectrum of Kansas City leadership drives our unique perspective and ability to source and cultivate leaders from diverse backgrounds. Authenticity, empathy, and rigorous logic are the keys to success in leadership development.
DIGITAL MEDIA & marketing
We have a rich history of building marketing, communication, and brand strategies for people, organizations, and products we’re excited about. The power of digital media is vast, but can be harnessed to help you be truly seen.
government relations
Governments vary from place to place and the political terrain is ever-changing. Dastrup Creative stays abreast of local issues and our relationships help navigate queries both political and bureaucratic. We’ve got you covered.
programming
Authenticity and Creativity drive our experiential approach to programming while centering the community. We curate tailored programming for community engagement and celebrations spanning small groups to festivals. We bring your vision to life while collaborating with community partners and specialize in inclusive creative placemaking.
Community building
Creative placemaking elevates our ability to build strong, supported, culturally diverse community assets. We build project teams for spaces of connection that transcend the status quo.
“Find the smartest people you can and surround yourself with them.”
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