“Sandy Burgess gave 100% to determine our business’ specific needs & to develop an outstanding plan for moving forward.”
Who we are
Burgess Strategic Marketing Services and its Burgess Editorial Services division combine the logic of well-planned strategy with the creativity of well-chosen words. We specialize in serving clients who want to succeed in business while contributing to the betterment of their communities. Our experience spans a broad range of businesses, nonprofits and educational institutions, with particular expertise in health care, social services and transportation.
What we can do for you
Founded in 1986, our woman-owned company can produce communications enabling you to:
- sell your products and services,
- inform your internal and external publics,
- persuade donors and volunteers to contribute to your causes,
- express yourself with clarity and conviction and
- inspire others to follow your leadership.
We specialize in...
Writing and editing
Advertising copywriting
Annual reports
Corporate histories
Executive speeches
Marketing communications (e.g., brochures, direct mail, collaterals)
Corporate communications (e.g., print and e-newsletters, magazines)
Website content
Blogs
Social media postings
News releases
Case studies
Fact sheets and product descriptions
Profiles of key personnel
Presentation scripts (e.g., slide shows)
Journal articles
White papers
Manuscript editing (e.g., developmental editing of nonfiction works)
Planning and strategy
Business plans
Marketing plans
Marketing research
Qualitative market research (e.g., one-on-one interviews with key decision-makers)
Online research of market trends and competitive positioning
Project management
Publicity campaigns
Publications management (concept, creative services, production, distribution)
Communications critiques
Editorial evaluation of publications and manuscripts
Between our internal resources and our associates, Burgess Strategic Marketing Services can tap into a deep lode of strategic vision and tactical expertise to meet your needs.
"Equipped with a vital perspective for business planning--the customer's point of view--I keep clients focused on what's important for success tomorrow, not just what's urgent today."
-Sandra J. Burgess, Owner
Latest news from our blog
Thank you for our 39th anniversary!
September 4, 2025, marks the 39th anniversary of Burgess Editorial Services (dba Burgess Strategic Marketing Services). Thank you to all of the clients, colleagues, family, friends and competitors who have kept us striving for continuous improvement. Without your support and the grace of the Creator, we would not be celebrating nearly four full decades in business.
We welcome referrals to new clients as well as more work from those of you who are our current and former clients. Contributing to your organization’s success by applying all of the expertise and experience we have gained during the past 39 years would be our delight.
The comma and the second amendment
The first 10 amendments to the United States Constitution, known as the “Bill of Rights,” were ratified on December 15, 1791. Americans have been arguing over the meaning of the second amendment ever since. That’s 234 years of controversy about 27 words, three commas and one period.
I contend that misplaced commas are the culprits. They have left this poor amendment mangled, maligned, misconstrued and vulnerable to shifting interpretations.
Troy Nature Society elects Burgess and Ahlbrand to its Board of Directors
The Troy Nature Society elected Sandra Burgess, owner of Burgess Strategic Marketing Services, and Kathryn Ahlbrand, an associate attorney with Varnum, LLP, to three-year terms on its Board of Directors during the Society’s annual meeting on April 24, 2025.
See what our clients say about us
“We have worked with Sandy for many years, and she is an exceptional editor. She ensures that the grammar, spelling and content meet our agency’s specifications.”
“Great value. Effective and creative. Easy to work with & understands objectives & always accomplishes goal(s).”
“You are more than great, and I will always recommend you to my friends and business associates.”
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