Giesa Communications, Inc.

Giesa Communications, Inc. operates from Gig Harbor, Washington, specializing in collegiate marketing and sales promotion. The company is known for producing and distributing "The Student Survival Kit" and "Palouse Survival Kit" coupon books and apps. These publications are designed to bridge the gap between local businesses and the college student demographic, including educators.

The Giesa family has been involved in this publishing and marketing endeavor for over 25 years. Rick and Melissa Giesa, along with their son Ross Giesa who joined the team in 2024, manage the operations. Their distribution network spans across multiple states in the Pacific Northwest, reaching universities and colleges in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana.

"The Student Survival Kit" is distributed in print through university bookstores, residence halls, and via U.S. Mail to off-campus students. The books feature a digest-size, full-color format, printed on quality paper. Giesa Communications, Inc. also offers graphic design services to businesses advertising in their publications. Their mission is to connect businesses with college students and staff, offering a valuable resource for local savings.