The top Public Relations agencies in 2026 are Imagine Marketing, AlchemyLeads SEO, and Grow The Social, selected from 8 agencies vetted by DesignRush on the basis of verified client reviews (4.5 avg. rating), project outcomes and industry expertise. Imagine Marketing leads the ranking for Public Relations, followed by AlchemyLeads SEO and Grow The Social.
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Imagine Marketing is a pioneer in affiliate/consideration marketing, offering a service that helps brands own all in-market customers in their industry. Imagine uses levers in affiliate marketing, SEM media buying, and social whitelisting to empower customer acquisition for long term growth...
Top Services:
Affiliate Marketing
Media Buying
eCommerce
PPC
CRO
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Location
St. Petersburg, Florida
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
Imagine Marketing Services
Affiliate Marketing
Media Buying
eCommerce
PPC
CRO
Public Relations
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Luma Nutrition
Wild Foods Co
MRM Nutrition
Chuga Shilajit
Natural Stacks
GOT Bag
Your Super
Alva Cookware
Fulton Insoles
Goldenerre
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Imagine Marketing Reviews & Testimonials
Daniella Cohen Head of Digital at WelleCo
5.0★
Affiliate Marketing Review from Daniella Cohen
Working with Imagine Marketing has been a transformative experience for WelleCos affiliate presence. They didn't just chase easy wins; they took the time to audit our program, removing low-value affiliates and coupons to ensure every dollar spent was truly incremental.
Jake Langley Founder at Luma Nutrition
5.0★
Affiliate Marketing Review from Jake Langley
Josh is professional and knowledgeable. He has grown our affiliate program to over 6 figures per month. He is always bringing new ideas to the table.
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AlchemyLeads (Los Angele, CA & Denver, CO) is a boutique SEO & digital marketing agency founded in 2017. They help e-commerce, B2B, and industrial brands grow organic traffic and revenue. Their senior-level team provides SEO, digital PR, content marketing, PPC, social media, web dev & link-building...
Top Services:
Digital Marketing
SEO
PPC
Social Media Marketing
Public Relations
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Location
Calabasas, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$117/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
6 Projects Listed
AlchemyLeads SEO Services
Digital Marketing
SEO
PPC
Social Media Marketing
Public Relations
Content Marketing
Web Design
Web Development
Video Production
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Grow The Social LLC is a prominent Branding, PR & Talent Management Agency.
Grow The Social LLC is a prominent Branding, PR & Talent Management Agency based in Los Angeles and New York City. We work on both sides. We handle various components from strategic brand partnerships, product collaborations, event appearances, event hosting opportunities, speaking engagements, podcast...
Top Services:
Public Relations
Digital Services
Branding
Digital Strategy
Digital Marketing
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Grow The Social Services
Public Relations
Digital Services
Branding
Digital Strategy
Digital Marketing
Affiliate Marketing
Creative Services
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NisonCo PR & SEO: Leaders in Nonprofit SEO - Founded in 2013, NisonCo expertly blends PR and nonprofit SEO to amplify top brands globally. We design intricate SEO strategies, allowing clients to concentrate on core tasks. Our innovative methods ensure a dominant online presence, setting you apart in the...
Top Services:
SEO
Content Marketing
Public Relations
Web Development
Email Marketing
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Location
East Brunswick, New Jersey
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
5 Projects Listed
NisonCo PR & SEO Services
SEO
Content Marketing
Public Relations
Web Development
Email Marketing
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Our brand audit services are designed to assist mid-sized and enterprise-level brands in achieving a range of strategic goals. By leveraging our expertise, we enable our clients to significantly reduce their marketing expenses, optimize their organizational efficiency, and successfully venture into new...
Top Services:
Business Consulting
Market Research
Digital Marketing
UI/UX Design
Web Development
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Location
Murrells Inlet, South Carolina
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
The Brand Auditors Services
Business Consulting
Market Research
Digital Marketing
UI/UX Design
Web Development
CRO
Reputation Management
Public Relations
Digital Strategy
Branding
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We help our clients color outside the lines of creativity and innovation
Fifteen East Media Group is a public relations, branding, marketing strategy and communications firm based in the NJ/NYC area. We specialize in the beauty, health/wellness, food/beverage and lifestyle spaces, along with businesses in the non profit and for-profit sectors. We also focus on delivering qualified...
Top Services:
SEO
Digital Marketing
Public Relations
Branding
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Location
East Brunswick, New Jersey
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Fifteen East Media Group Services
SEO
Digital Marketing
Public Relations
Branding
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Gudpod Compostables
Chic Sugars
Nutrabolt
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Fifteen East Media Group Reviews & Testimonials
Cesily Cannon Review from Google
5.0★
Cesily Cannon's Review Sourced from Google
Gianni and Loren were AMAZING to work with, from the very start they were attentive to detail, and also responsive. I'm the owner of a catering company & we were contracted to cater for a Gala that Fifteen East Media Group planned and coordinated. The day of the gala was executed perfectly, my serving team and myself had a phenomenal experience collaborating with them. Hire this company, you WILL be happy that you did!!
Shalina Joy Review from Google
5.0★
Shalina Joy's Review Sourced from Google
On behalf of The Angel Haven Inc. I must say Gianni and Fifteen East Media Group came through with a extremely well put together marketing strategy. The content was organically detail oriented and professionally organized, catering to our authentic needs. Their work truly depicts their love for what they do.
Tracy Brown Review from Google
5.0★
Tracy Brown's Review Sourced from Google
I had the pleasure of working with Gianni to create an electronic press kit that I could use while promoting my latest bestselling novel “Single Black Female”. Not only did Gianni deliver an exceptional package, but she went above and beyond to assist me with incredible attention to detail on every aspect of the project. This company provides excellent service, quick turnaround, and absolute customer satisfaction. My EPK is stronger and much more user friendly thanks to their expertise. I will work with them again and again.
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Full-spectrum Marketing Solution For Medical Practices
MediVerticals is a healthcare-focused marketing agency that helps medical practices grow by blending modern digital strategies, data-driven tools, and industry insight to boost patient acquisition, enhance online visibility, and optimize operations. Services range from SEO and website development to paid ads...
Top Services:
Web Design
Web Development
PPC
Email Marketing
Social Media Marketing
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Location
Frisco, Texas
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$95/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
MediVerticals Services
Web Design
Web Development
PPC
Email Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Reputation Management
Branding
Public Relations
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The agency is a full-service creative communications firm with expertise in PR, advertising, creative content, strategy, influencer marketing, social media, branding, and design. With offices in Toronto and Montreal, it was recognized as the 2021 Small Agency of the Year by the IABC...
Top Services:
Creative Services
Public Relations
Advertising
Location
Toronto, Canada
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
LABOUR Services
Creative Services
Public Relations
Advertising
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Media relations and earned coverage: Through strong media relations, PR agencies pitch stories, coordinate interviews, and place clients in relevant publications. Recent industry data shows that 63% of consumers trust news media information over advertising, reinforcing the value of PR-led media coverage.
Strategic communication and PR strategy: Developing a tailored PR strategy aligned with business goals to reach target audiences effectively. According to PR Week’s State of PR report, 75% of communicators say PR must directly align with business results.
Reputation and crisis management: A public relations firm prepares organizations for potential risks and leads response efforts during crises. According to industry research, businesses with a proactive crisis plan recover up to 50% faster than those without one.
Corporate communications and public affairs: Many agencies handle internal and external corporate communications, ensuring consistent messaging across employees, investors, and the public. They may also support public affairs, helping organizations navigate regulatory environments and communicate with government stakeholders.
Content and digital marketing integration: Modern PR services often overlap with digital marketing, content marketing, and influencer marketing. PR firms create press releases, thought leadership articles, and multimedia content that amplify visibility across digital channels. Digital and online media now account for 57.84% of PR spending, showing how communication strategies have shifted toward digital-first engagement.
Brand positioning and thought leadership: PR agencies help companies establish authority through thought leadership, strategic storytelling, and consistent messaging. This is especially important for emerging brands seeking to build brand recognition in competitive markets.
Client advisory and PR counseling: Providing ongoing PR counseling to guide leadership decisions. Agencies advise each client on communication strategy, market positioning, and stakeholder engagement.
How much do PR services typically cost?
The price of PR services varies widely depending on the scope, industry, and level of expertise required. Most entry-level and mid-sized businesses should expect to pay $5,000-$15,000 per month for meaningful results from a professional PR firm.
For ongoing support, agencies typically charge a monthly retainer.
Entry-level or boutique PR firm: $3,000-$5,000 per month
Mid-sized agencies: $8,000-$15,000 per month
Enterprise or global public relations companies: $15,000-$40,000+ per month
A 2025 pricing analysis shows that most retainers fall between $5,000 and $20,000 per month, with larger national or global campaigns exceeding that range.
Agencies charge hourly for advisory, PR counseling, and similar services with rates ranging from $100 to $300 per hour.
How do these firms handle crisis management situations?
They handle crisis management by preparing in advance, responding quickly, and guiding the recovery after the immediate issue is contained.
First, a PR firm assesses risk and builds a response plan before a crisis happens. That matters because 89% of business leaders say resilience is a strategic priority, which shows how seriously companies now treat crisis readiness, according to Deloitte.
When a crisis breaks, firms move fast to control the narrative by drafting a holding statement, advising executives, coordinating legal and leadership input, and managing media questions. The goal is to respond within the first day, because early action often shapes how the issue is perceived.
Top agencies also monitor digital channels in real time. At the start of 2024, there were 5.04 billion social media user accounts worldwide, and the global total grew by 266 million in 2023, which means crises can spread extremely fast across platforms.
After the immediate response, PR teams focus on trust recovery, handling follow-up messaging, stakeholder communication, and reputation rebuilding.
What timelines should I expect before seeing measurable results from PR efforts?
PR results typically take time to build, with most businesses seeing measurable impact within 3 to 6 months, and stronger, sustained results over 6 to 12 months.
Early outputs, such as media placements and initial media relations traction, can appear within the first 4 to 8 weeks. However, meaningful outcomes, such as improved brand recognition, a stronger reputation, and consistent coverage, require ongoing effort and a well-executed strategy.
According to the 2024 Global Comms Report by Cision, 68% of PR professionals say demonstrating long-term impact remains a top priority, reinforcing that PR is a cumulative investment rather than a short-term tactic.
In practice, organizations that commit to at least 6 months of consistent PR activity are far more likely to see measurable business value.
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