Top Crisis Communications Firms
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Scottsdale, AZServices provided
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See all 26 projects10 to 1 Public Relations is a comprehensive communications agency specializing in PR, media relations, and corporate communications. The firm consistently receives positive feedback, with over 90% of reviewers praising their timely delivery, effective media coverage, and brand reputation enhancement. Clients commend their thoroughness, strategic crisis management, and ability to secure significant media exposure. Their customer service and commitment to client goals are frequently highlighted as key strengths.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Sarasota, FLServices provided
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See all 52 projectsNet Reputation is an online reputation management firm that specializes in maintaining and improving brand reputation through strategic public communications and media relations. The company has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism, responsiveness, and effectiveness in suppressing negative content and enhancing online presence. Clients commend their personalized approach and ability to deliver consistent, timely results.
$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Sewickley, PAServices provided
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See all 22 projectsAtlas Marketing is a Public Relations firm specializing in crisis management and corporate communications. With overwhelmingly positive feedback, 100% of reviewers commend their responsiveness and strategic approach, while 75% highlight their impressive project management and communication skills. Clients consistently praise Chris and his team's ability to deliver comprehensive crisis communications plans and media relations strategies, enhancing brand reputation and ensuring effective public affairs management.
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Buena Vista Media Group is a public relations company. The team offers Public Relations and Social Media Marketing, and the firm is located in Wrocław, Poland.
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Small social media marketing firm Public Bridge, is in Wrocław, Poland. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CAServices provided
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See all 8 projectsReputation Defense Network is a specialized Public Relations firm focusing on brand reputation management and suppression of negative content across various industries. With consistently positive feedback from clients, they are commended for their swift action, effective strategies, and seamless communication. Approximately 100% of reviews highlight their expertise in managing online presence and reputation, particularly in media relations and public communications.
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Tel Aviv-Yafo, IsraelServices provided
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See all 18 projectsPercepto is a Public Relations and Communications firm specializing in reputation management and online presence enhancement. Across its reviews, 80% highlight their exceptional project management and tailored strategies. With an impressive 88% positive feedback, clients frequently commend their adaptability and effectiveness, particularly in media relations and brand reputation initiatives.
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Launched in 2015, Third Hemisphere is a branding company. The team focuses on Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Budapest, Hungary
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Double Decker Communications is a small Budapest, Hungary-based public relations company. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Woolley, England
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Public relations company Open Communications UK Ltd is based in Woolley, England. Their services include Public Relations and Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bettendorf, IA
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Launched in 2007, Bawden & Lareau Public Relations is a PR company. The firm offers Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Carbondale, CO
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PR STUDIO, a Marketing Strategy and PR agency, was founded in 2013. The team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Public Relations and is located in Carbondale, Colorado.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stamford, CT
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Marketing Strategy and public relations agency Health Flash Marketing specializes in Marketing Strategy and Public Relations. They are headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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Kaci Pedersen Public Relations, LLC. Is a branding agency. Their small team of employees is in Duluth, Georgia. Their team provides Branding and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Small branding company cuePR, is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The team focuses on Branding and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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Launched in 2013, POOLHOUSE is an Advertising company. The firm offers Advertising and Branding, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stuart, FL
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B B Jones Communications Inc is a PR company. Located in Stuart, Florida, the firm was launched in 1994. Their team offers Public Relations and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, NC
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Located in Wilmington, North Carolina, SeaChange Global is a PR company. The team specializes in Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9McKinney, TX
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Alive Communications is an Advertising company located in McKinney, Texas. They provide Advertising and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tustin, CA
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Launched in 2011, Spotlight Marketing Communications is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Elk Grove, CA
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Lemon Tree Agency is a branding company. The team is headquartered in Elk Grove, California, and their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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PR company Brown & Cohen Communications & Public Affairs was established in 1991. The agency offers Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Redhill, England
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Surrey PR is a PR agency founded in 2013. The firm focuses on Public Relations and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Newport Beach, CA
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Godfrey Sanders PR is a small Newport Beach, California-based public relations firm. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mission Viejo, CA
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Daly-Swartz Public Relations is a public relations agency. The agency is located in Mission Viejo, California. Their services include Public Relations and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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In Boston, Massachusetts, JD Consulting is an Advertising company. Established in 2008, the team specializes in Advertising and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Budapest, Hungary
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Unique Communications is a small graphic design company. They specialize in Graphic Design and Mobile App Development and were launched in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Washington, MD
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In Fort Washington, Maryland, McMillon Communications, Inc is a small PR company. Their services include Public Relations and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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20K Group, a PR agency, was launched in 2003. Located in Houston, Texas, the team offers Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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Branding firm 30th Street Communications is headquartered in Burlington, Vermont. The team offers Branding and Public Relations.
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In Albuquerque, New Mexico, Clew Communications is a branding agency and public relations company. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bloomfield Hills, MI
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Kinetic Communications Marketing, LLC is a branding firm. Founded in 2017, their team offers Branding and Public Relations.
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Zeleni.Agency is a public relations agency. Their small team is headquartered in Kyiv, Ukraine and provides Public Relations and Advertising. The agency was established in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Berlin, Germany
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Pharus Corporate Affairs GmbH is a small Berlin, Germany-based PR agency. Their services include Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9København, Denmark
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Corporate Matters, a small PR agency and media planning & buying company, is in København, Denmark. Their services include Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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LD Communications is a PR firm. They are in London, England, and their services include Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Orly Telisman Public Relations, Inc. Is a PR agency. The Chicago, Illinois-based agency was launched in 2011. Their team offers Public Relations and Branding.
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Media planning and buying agency Farrah Consulting Group, Inc. Is headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts. Launched in 2000, the team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Public Relations.
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Launched in 1995, Trama Comunicação is a small Digital Strategy company in São Paulo, Brazil. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Portland, OR
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MAXWELL is an Advertising company established in 1997. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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Milton is a Business Consulting company. Launched in 2001, the team specializes in Business Consulting and Advertising. The agency is headquartered in Helsinki, Denmark.
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Uncle Grey is a midsize København, Denmark-based Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Shank Public Relations Counselors is a small Event Marketing company. Their services include Event Marketing and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Des Moines, IA
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Established in 2008, Capture Marketing Group is a small Des Moines, Iowa-based branding company. Their services include Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Providence, RI
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Launched in 1988, Parker Group is an Event Marketing company. Headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, the team provides Event Marketing and Public Relations.
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In Shrewsbury, Massachusetts and Boston, Massachusetts, Expose Yourself Public Relations is a small public relations agency. The team focuses on Public Relations and Branding.
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Established in 2004, P.R. & Go Up Communication Partners is a small Milano, Italy-based public relations agency. Their team specializes in Public Relations and Advertising.
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Established in 2008, Ben Horin & Alexandrovitz is a public relations firm. Their services include Public Relations and Advertising.
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Event Marketing company Mese İletişim is based in Beyoğlu, Türkiye. Their services include Event Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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Advertising company Progressive Marketing Dynamics was established in 2003. Based in Boonton, New Jersey, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Katowice, Poland
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Small public relations agency Imago PR, is headquartered in Katowice, Poland. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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Liberated Works Media, LLC is a public relations company. Established in 2024, the company is based in Chicago, Illinois. Their team provides Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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Cove Public Affairs is a public relations firm. Their team is based in Witless Bay, Canada and specializes in Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cambridge, MA
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In Cambridge, Massachusetts, VIVA Lifestyle PR is a public relations company. The team focuses on Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Casie Yoder Consulting is a Corporate Training & Coaching company. Launched in 2016, the team provides Corporate Training & Coaching and Public Relations.
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List of the Top 15 Crisis Management Firms
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49St. Petersburg, FL
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Lewisville, TX
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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37.8/40.019.8/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Agios Athanasios, Cyprus
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37.9/40.019.2/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Scottsdale, AZ
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36.9/40.017.8/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Leeds, England
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36.2/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Sarasota, FL
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Sewickley, PA
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36.2/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Burlington, Canada
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36.5/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Houston, TX
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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35.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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36.2/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Spring Hill, Australia
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33.6/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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35.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Denver, CO
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34.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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35.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9London, England
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32.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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32/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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32.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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35/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Redondo Beach, CA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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33.7/40.017/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience7.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
60% Public Relations20% Crisis communications40% Other
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Crisis Communications Firm FAQs
Looking for a crisis communications firm but not sure where to start? We've put together answers to the most common questions businesses ask when searching for a trusted partner. This FAQ covers what you need to know before hiring a crisis communications firm, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
A crisis communications firm helps organizations plan for, respond to, and recover from events that could harm brand reputation or stakeholder trust. When an incident occurs, such as a data breach, product recall, executive misconduct, or social media backlash, the agency acts as your rapid-response team. They assess the situation, craft key messages, coordinate with internal leaders and legal counsel, handle media inquiries, and monitor public sentiment in real time. After the initial response, they guide long-term reputation repair through stakeholder outreach, transparent reporting, and strategic storytelling.
Based on a robust evaluation of reputation management and rapid response, Clutch identifies leading firms. The top crisis communications agencies for 2026 include:
A crisis communication agency typically offers:
- Risk audits and crisis-readiness playbooks
- 24/7 on-call media relations and spokesperson training
- Message development and press statement drafting
- Social listening and sentiment analysis
- Stakeholder and influencer outreach
- Internal comms coordination (employees, partners, investors)
- Post-crisis reputation rebuilding and thought-leadership campaigns
- Simulation workshops to test plans before an incident arises
Budgets vary widely based on risk profile and response time. On Clutch, small companies typically spend $5,000–$15,000 per month for monitoring and light support. High-stakes, round-the-clock retainers for enterprises can run $20,000–$50,000+ per month. One-off crisis projects often start around $15,000 for a two-to-four-week engagement. Location, seniority of consultants, and the need for multilingual or industry-specific expertise will also influence pricing.
Start by confirming the agency has handled situations similar to yours, data privacy, healthcare compliance, financial fraud, etc. Review case studies and ask for measurable outcomes (e.g., time to neutral coverage, share-of-voice regained). Ensure the firm offers senior-level counsel 24/7 and can integrate with your legal, HR, and marketing teams. Finally, evaluate chemistry and transparency: you’ll be collaborating under intense pressure, so clear communication and mutual trust are critical.
These are some red flags you should watch for when hiring a crisis communications company:
- Guaranteed media “fixes” or promises to erase online content
- Vague pricing or undisclosed subcontractors
- Lack of a written crisis plan or refusal to run simulations
- Limited access to senior strategists once the contract is signed
- No verifiable case studies or client references in your sector
Utilize these sample questions to help your hiring process:
- Have you managed crises similar to ours? What were the outcomes?
- Who will be on our account, and what is their availability?
- How do you coordinate with legal counsel to balance transparency and liability?
- What monitoring tools and metrics do you use to track sentiment and ROI?
- How will you train our executives and staff for media interactions?
- What is your fee structure for retainers versus emergency engagements?
Most full-service PR agencies handle brand building and media relations during normal operations. Crisis communications firms specialize in high-pressure, high-stakes situations that require rapid response, legal sensitivity, and 24/7 monitoring. While some large PR networks have crisis divisions, a dedicated crisis specialist often brings deeper experience with litigation support, regulatory bodies, and reputation recovery metrics.
These are some of the examples of how a crisis communications firm measures ROI:
- Reduction in negative media coverage over time
- Improvements in sentiment score across social platforms
- Stabilization of stock price or donor contributions
- Surveyed stakeholder trust post-incident
- Speed of returning to normal share-of-voice levels compared with competitors
Choosing KPIs upfront ensures both you and the agency stay aligned on outcomes beyond simple press hits.