In business since 1996, Desautel Hege Communications is a public relations and marketing firm based in Spokane, Wash. The company provides services in public relations, such as communication plan development and event planning, marketing, research, training for employees, brands, advertising, branding and media. It serves clients in local and state governments and industries, including health care, technology, natural resources, professional services, manufacturing, banking and professional services. The clients of Desautel Hege Communications include Allegro, Avista Corp., CHAS, Bank of Fairfield, Camas Path, Kootenai Medical Center, Washington State Department of Transportation, Whitman Hospital & Medical Center and Witherspoon Kelley Davenport & Toole.