These PR Firms Are Dominating 2025 While Others Are Struggling to Keep Up
Top 10 US PR Rankings - April 2025
Racepoint Global (Boston, MA) -
42 West (New York, NY) ↑
Ruder Finn (New York, NY) ↓
Fabric Media (Los Angeles, CA) ↑
Burson (New York, NY) ↓
Michele Marie PR (Los Angeles, CA) ↑
Detavernier Strategic Communication (Universal City, TX) *
Beehive Strategic Communication (St. Paul, MN) *
Precision Strategies (Washington, DC) *
A. Lavin Communications (Port Washington, NY) ↓
* 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 April 2025 Top 10 PR Agencies rankings, compiled by CommPRO in partnership with CommunicationsMatch™, signal both stability and change in the industry’s top tier. While Boston-headquartered Racepoint Global maintains its firm grip on the No. 1 spot, three agencies—Detavernier Strategic Communications, Beehive Strategic Communication, and Precision Strategies—have surged back into the top 10, reshaping the competitive landscape.
Racepoint Global, a longtime leader in the tech communications space, continues to stand out for its integrated services tailored to startups and Fortune 500s alike. Their focus on authentic audience engagement and tech-forward strategy has kept them consistently ahead in a fast-evolving marketplace.
Climbing back into second place is 42 West, a New York-based agency known for its pulse on pop culture and entertainment. The firm has leveraged its deep connections across the media and talent industries to stay at the forefront of content-driven communications.
In third, Ruder Finn returns with its globally recognized capabilities in healthcare, technology, and consumer sectors. Its heritage as one of the largest independent agencies remains a differentiator, especially in an age of mergers and consolidations.
Fabric Media, now holding fourth, has again proved its value as a collaborative partner for purpose-led initiatives and emerging brands. With a base in Los Angeles, its adaptability across media formats and sectors continues to attract clients looking to navigate disruption.
Burson, once a top-three mainstay, now finds itself in fifth after a period of recalibration. Its AI-powered strategic framework and global reach remain assets, but the PR giant faces stiffer competition from nimble independents making bold moves.
Jumping up to sixth is Michele Marie PR, whose dual presence in New York and Los Angeles fuels its dominance in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. Their celebrity and editorial-driven approach is hitting a cultural sweet spot, particularly among Gen Z and millennial audiences.
In seventh, Detavernier Strategic Communications enters the top 10 for the first time. Based in Austin, the consultancy’s reputation-first approach, with expertise in corporate communications and public affairs, reflects the growing demand for precision and credibility in the C-suite.
Returning in eighth is Beehive Strategic Communication, a purpose-driven firm out of St. Paul, Minnesota. Their emphasis on clarity and trust-building is resonating in a business climate where values alignment is increasingly central to reputation management.
Also making a comeback is Precision Strategies in ninth. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the firm blends data insights with campaign expertise, a rare fusion that appeals to both corporate and advocacy clients navigating public scrutiny.
Rounding out the list in tenth is A. Lavin Communications, which brings its bespoke brand storytelling approach back to the spotlight. Known for crafting behavior-changing narratives, the agency continues to thrive by adapting messaging to the complex realities of today’s multi-platform environment.
A common thread among April’s top agencies is their ability to blend authenticity with innovation. There is a need for PR firms to act as strategic partners—not just media intermediaries—helping brands navigate a world of declining trust, generative AI, and politicized landscapes. These top 10 firms demonstrate that success in 2025 requires not just creativity, but also clarity, conscience, and adaptability.
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.
