Looking for a PR agency for startups to promote your business and drive brand visibility? We evaluated numerous agency profiles, success stories, and client reviews to compile a list of the best startup PR firms. Browse our directory and filter the selection by location, pricing, minimum budget, team size, and other criteria.
Best Startup PR Firms
10 Companies - Rankings updated: April 04, 2026
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Think Web. Think Smart. Partner With the #1 Rated Digital Marketing Agency.
Outsmart the competition with best-in-class digital marketing services. With over 1,000 5-star reviews online, SmartSites is America #1 rated digital marketing agency. Call (201) 870 6000 for a free consultation. Get more traffic. Acquire more customers. Sell more stuff. SmartSites works for you. [... see all SmartSites reviews ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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Digital Services Review from Paloma Anguiano
Overall I feel very confident working with Patrizia and Darius from Smart Site, they have given us clear explanations and accompanied us throughout the process for the growth of the brand. The attention to us is very fast and they advise us in an adequate way.
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Digital Services Review from Brianna Porter
SmartSites impressed me from day one. They are knowledgable, kind, and most importantly keep things simple and streamlined so that even an SEO-newb like me can understand. Tiffany and Luna are my main points of contact and they are especially great! I would recommend to anyone looking for an agency to really take their website and digital presence to the next level.
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PPC Review from Jim Curry
At first, a survey was conducted to gather company background, product information, target markets, etc. Next, accounts were established on various Google Business platforms, social media, etc. Then SmartSites created the ads and campaigns, and we were off and running in just a few weeks.
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Go Global. Act Local.
We are a network of Public Relations agencies that will help you in 80+ countries to tell your story, enter foreign markets, launch your products and services, or just send your business news to the media. [... see all Enterie reviews ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Public Relations Review from Monika Štěpánová
Im extremely satisfied with the cooperation. The team was kind and professional, communication was fast and seamless. I would definitely recommend!
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Public Relations Review from Viktor Bálint
Despite the extremely short timeframe and complexity of the project, Enterie team has done an excellent job preparing a cross-European communications plan and executing it. They coordinated our merger communication on 8 markets, helping us to secure 130+ publications in two months.The agency approached the project of communicating our news a merger of the two leading EduTech companies in CEE that resulted in the formation of one of the biggest powerhouses of digital skills in Europe in a unique way. First, they prepared one central press release (template) and managed to coordinate the creation of all the local versions. Then, Enterie very well coordinated the distribution of the news in 8 different countries. Finally, they started pitching to journalists with exclusives, proposing interviews, articles and thought-leadership pieces by our C-level executives. The angles of communication were genuinely customized for different kinds of outlets HR, business, and startup ones. Special kudos to Ranbir, the person in charge of this part of the project, who would motivate us to stay proactive in the sphere of media relations.
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Public Relations Review from Maja Wiśniewska-Hardek
We came to Enterie with the need to find local communication partners who would help SMSAPI enter the Italian, Spanish, French and German markets.We wanted to cooperate with agencies that would advise us not only on the specifics of PR in a given country, but also on economic trends, consumer behavior and the cultural localisation of the product we offer.I can confidently say that after several months of cooperation with local teams, their efforts have become an irreplaceable help in taking the first steps in these countries. It is worth emphasizing the professional approach of Enterie at the stage of briefing and setting communication goals.Thanks to PR activities, we noticed a significant increase in referral visits to local language versions of SMSAPI and improved visibility in organic search results in a short time. Importantly, thanks to regular positioning in local media, we have gained many qualitative publications that directly influenced the recognition of SMSAPI brand in European countries, which quickly became visible in brand searches.It is also worth saying that each of the agencies associated in Enterie is characterized by high professionalism and an understanding of the needs of the tech customer.
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You Need PR That Delivers. We Deliver.
We are Bear Icebox Communications, a full-service agency dedicated to helping you build, protect, and elevate your brand through strategic PR, branding, content, and digital expertise. [... view Bear Icebox Communications profile ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Matt Enos's Review Sourced from Google
Amazing team of knowledgeable experts in B2B PR. The team brings a diverse set of experience to solve challenges for their clients.
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Top Affiliate Marketing Agency
Versa is the #1 Affiliate Marketing Agency for DTC and Amazon businesses. Versa was created over a decade ago by a team of internet marketing veterans with a mission to drive greater growth and overall value through affiliate partnerships. [... view Versa Marketing profile ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
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Talk to the right people in the right places
As a full-service competitive alternative to an agency, Pietryla PR & Marketing is agile, employing the right consultants to achieve the exact goals of our clients. That’s how we’re able to remain fully accountable for results and offer transparent pricing and policies that focus everyone’s attention on [... view Pietryla PR & Marketing profile ]- Location
- Deerfield, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
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Performance Communications: Integrated PR Agency for B2B Technology, Healthcare & Consumer Brands
SHIFT is an integrated PR and communications agency specializing in B2B Technology, Healthcare and Consumer. With our Performance Communications approach, we create multichannel PR programs built for outcomes. [... view SHIFT Communications profile ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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Brianna Greene's Review Sourced from Google
I havent used there services but the receptionist is always pleasant and everyone in the office is very accommodating
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The Home of Creative That Earns.
Praytell is a creative communications agency thats shaking things up. We believe social media, PR, and influencer marketing work best together. Rooted in strategic and creative thinking, we craft Creative That Earns whether its attention, sales, or a high five! [... view Praytell profile ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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Brandon Breach's Review Sourced from Google
Olivia was fantastic to collaborate with on a project! Look forward to working with these guys again.
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Horrible place. The owner is classless, disrespectful and tacky. Do not go to this agency. If I were to rate zero stars I would.
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Global Company Specializing in Tech-Enabled Professional Services
Sikich is a global company specializing in technology-enabled professional services. Now with more than 1,900 employees, it draws on a diverse portfolio of technology solutions to deliver transformative digital strategies and ranks as one of the largest CPA firms in the United States. [... view Sikich profile ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
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Susann Doveikis's Review Sourced from Google
Wonderful coordinated friendly group. Im on my way now to just drop off a document.....they take it from there. Even the building staff where they are is friendly and helpful.
Show moreJessica Daniels's Review Sourced from Google
Sikich is an extremely valuable part of our organization from large scale projects and day to day IT help. I can't imagine having anyone other than Sikich as our IT support, they are truly the best!! The NOC team provides such amazing service to our employees on a daily basis no matter how small the issue may be. Our account managers and support team are very responsive and knowledgeable, too. They make you feel secure and confident knowing that they're handling all IT aspects. Everyone is very detailed, precise, and helpful. We use Sikich to help set up new employee PCs, troubleshoot daily IT issues, onboard new employees to our network, set up videoconferencing, NetSuite, and a million little things in between. Besides being the best in their fields, everyone at Sikich is incredibly kind! I am very thankful for everything they've done and continue to do for us! If you're looking for managed IT services, choose Sikich and you will be so happy you did. Thank you to everyone at Sikich!!
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SiteNative offers affordable web design and marketing solutions.
SiteNative offers affordable web design and marketing solutions to help businesses and entrepreneurs to scale up with our expert team. [... view SiteNative profile ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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Building brands with bite.
Bigmouth Creative is a purpose-driven brand and marketing agency that helps brands find their voice and amplify their impact. As a Certified B Corp, we blend strategy, design and storytelling to build brands that are as human as they are effective—helping companies and organizations do well by doing good. [... view Bigmouth Creative profile ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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