Company histories and corporate books
Company histories about people, not just dates.
A company history tells how it all began and which people, partners and strokes of luck brought the company to where it is today. It is also a tribute to past generations and a reminder that everything could have turned out differently.
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In the client’s words
“Sane has a gift for bringing talented people together. Thanks to that, the book project ran smoothly, and years later the book still looks great.”
- Company history
- Kemppi 70 years
- Published
- 2019
- Interviews
- Around 30
- Design
- Antti Grundsten
The writer
Sane Keskiaho
A good company history starts with listening.
I interview the people who built the company, dig into the archives and shape it all into a story that employees, customers and partners enjoy reading.
I have a 30-year career behind me as an interviewer, journalist, editor-in-chief and publisher. On my book projects I work with a trusted network of graphic designers, layout artists and photographers.
- 30 years in communications
- Journalist
- Editor-in-chief
- Publisher
How we work
How a company history is made
Every company history is a different project, so the process is always planned around your company, your material and your goals, and you stay involved throughout.
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Planning
We agree on goals, scope, schedule and budget, and plan the process around your particular book.
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Research
We get to know your company’s story through interviews, archives, earlier books, brochures and other material.
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Manuscript
The manuscript is developed throughout the project and reviewed with you at agreed points.
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Design and finished book
The book is laid out by our graphic designer or by yours, and then finalised for print.
In most cases a company history takes at least 12 months from the kick-off meeting to the printed book. That is why planning should start well before the anniversary.
Other communications
Alongside company histories, I help businesses sharpen their message, especially in B2B.
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Communications plans
From strategy to concrete campaigns.
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Articles and press releases
News for media and stakeholders.
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Content production
Copy for web, social media and print.