Overdrive Strategies is a Charlotte-based communications agency specializing in strategic planning, media relations, and crisis management.
We help clients plan every stage of impactful communication — what to say, when to say it, and where to say it. Whether you’re preparing for a high-profile launch, seeking to increase media visibility, or managing a complex issue, we’re here to help guide the process from start to finish.
Founded by a nearly 25-year industry veteran, Overdrive Strategies brings calm, clarity, and confidence to every stage of the process.
Mission:
To serve as a trusted communications partner, helping clients develop and achieve communications goals — from strategy to execution.
About Overdrive Strategies
About the Founder
Josh Hamilton brings nearly 25 years of experience developing and executing high-impact communications strategies. His work has supported some of the most visible events and brands in American sports and entertainment.
Most recently, he served as Director of Communications at NASCAR, where he led public relations for several of the sport’s most significant initiatives — including the debut of its first electric race car, the historic Garage 56 entry at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and the launch of the “Next Gen” car, the most technologically advanced stock car in NASCAR history.
Throughout his career, Josh has consistently secured and shaped national and international media coverage, ensuring that key messages land with the right audience. His crisis communications planning helps companies prepare for the unexpected — not left reacting from the back foot.
Josh Hamilton
Founder Josh Hamilton has worked with the following companies and brands:
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