The PR Power Shift That’s Redefining Industry Leadership Across America
Top 10 US PR Rankings - May 2025
HUNTER (New York, NY) *
Racepoint Global (Boston, MA) ↓
Ruder Finn (New York, NY) -
42 West (New York, NY) ↓
Burson (New York, NY) -
Moonsail North (Lansing, MI) *
Detavernier Strategic Communication (Universal City, TX) *
H&S Communications (New York, NY) *
Songue PR (San Francisco, CA) *
Caster Communications (Newport, RI) *
* New top 10 company in list
– Top 10 Ranking same from prior month
↑Increased ranking in top 10
↓ Decreased top 10 ranking
The Top 10 US Public Relations and Communications Companies list is determined by the total volume of agency engagement within the CommunicationsMatch™ platform during a calendar month. These metrics represent businesses seeking to find PR and communications partners in the United States.
The May 2025 Public Relations Agency Rankings, compiled by CommPRO and CommunicationsMatch, offer more than just a snapshot of industry success—they reveal a fundamental shift in where and how top communications work is happening in the United States. In a notable shake-up, four firms have entered the top 10 list for the first time since its launch in 2024: HUNTER, Moonsail North, Songue PR, and Caster Communications. Their entrance marks a clear expansion of PR influence.
Jumping straight into the number one spot, HUNTER leads the rankings with a compelling mix of consumer-focused strategy and culturally relevant execution. Headquartered in New York, HUNTER has earned its reputation by crafting strategic public relations, social media, and influencer campaigns for leading global brands across the food, beverage, home, and lifestyle sectors. Its campaigns consistently strike a balance between creative storytelling and business results, making it a clear standout this cycle.
Racepoint Global, last month’s leader, slips into second place but remains a strong force. The Boston-based firm specializes in integrated communications for B2B and consumer technology brands. Known for its work with startups and Fortune 500 clients alike, Racepoint has maintained its status by building trusted narratives in the tech ecosystem.
Holding steady in third place is Ruder Finn, one of the longest-standing independent agencies in the business. With over seven decades of global experience and headquarters in New York City, the agency continues to deliver across technology, healthcare, and consumer sectors.
In fourth, 42 West remains a dominant player in the entertainment and pop culture space. The New York-based agency works at the intersection of content, media, and celebrity representation, shaping public narratives in the entertainment industry.
Burson holds on to fifth place with a focus on global reputation management. Known for integrating AI-powered insights with creativity, Burson continues to shape client perception and build influence through strategic innovation.
The rise of Moonsail North to sixth place is a significant marker in the industry’s geographic shift. Headquartered in Lansing, Michigan, Moonsail North is a boutique communications and marketing agency that excels in storytelling, strategic planning, and design for mission-driven organizations. Their debut in the rankings suggests a growing appetite for values-based, socially conscious communications work.
Seventh place remains unchanged as Detavernier Strategic Communications continues to build its reputation from Austin, Texas. With a focus on reputation management and public affairs for international clients, the firm has carved out a niche in corporate strategy and crisis communications.
H&S Communications reenters the top 10 in eighth place, reaffirming New York’s continued presence in the rankings. Known for blending earned media, influencer relations, talent partnerships, and experiential content, the agency leverages a highly diverse and disruptive team to deliver bold, culture-shaping campaigns.
Making their first appearance in ninth place, Songue PR is a rising force on the West Coast. Based in San Francisco and co-founded by Natalee Gibson and Lizi Sprague, the agency focuses on launching and scaling technology companies—often taking them from stealth mode to public visibility. Their work spans media relations, analyst engagement, thought leadership, and social strategy, positioning them as a go-to firm for ambitious tech startups.
Rounding out the top 10 is Caster Communications, headquartered in New Port, Rhode Island. This boutique agency specializes in technology public relations and social media for startups and global brands alike. Their entry into the rankings reflects their growing influence in the connected tech and smart home markets, an area that continues to expand in the communications world.
While New York City continues to be a major hub—with HUNTER, Ruder Finn, 42 West, Burson, and H&S all headquartered there—the inclusion of agencies from Michigan, Texas, California, and Rhode Island in this month’s rankings clearly signals a decentralization of the public relations industry. Excellence is no longer confined to Madison Avenue or Manhattan high-rises. Agencies across the country are gaining recognition for their creativity, niche focus, and ability to drive results in regional and global markets alike.
This list is published monthly in CommPRO as part of the partnership between CommunicationsMatch™ and CommPRO. This collaboration integrates CommunicationsMatch™’s agency search and RFP tools with CommPRO's publishing and events, creating a powerful platform to facilitate new client-agency connections and generate valuable business opportunities for US-based public relations and communications companies.
