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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Scottsdale, AZServices provided
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See all 24 projects10 to 1 Public Relations is a reputable PR agency known for excelling in crisis communications, media relations, and enhancing brand reputation. With a strong focus on corporate communications, 90% of clients praised their strategic media coverage and publicity efforts. Their transparent project management and impressive client-centric approach received unanimous acclaim, though 20% noted a desire for service expansion beyond traditional PR.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Sarasota, FLServices provided
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See all 51 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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Amman, Jordan
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Bashir Mraish Consultancy is a Business Consulting company launched in 2008. The small team provides Business Consulting and Market Research.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Mixology PR is a PR agency. Launched in 2020, the firm offers Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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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 17 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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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Launched in 2017, Boulevard of Dreams is a PR firm. The firm focuses on Public Relations and Marketing Strategy, and is small.
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Adfactors PR is a PR agency. They are in Mumbai, India and New Delhi, India, and their services include Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999New York, NY
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Kekst CNC, a PR firm, was founded in 2018. The midsize team specializes in Public Relations and Litigation Support Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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Small Market Research company Center for Applied Research, is headquartered in Kyiv, Ukraine. The team focuses on Market Research and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Kyiv, Ukraine
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Senseit. Is a Marketing Strategy company. Their team is located in Kyiv, Ukraine and Paralia, Greece and offers Marketing Strategy and Graphic Design.
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AMIOKAA, a Business Consulting company, focuses on Business Consulting and HR Consulting. The firm is located in Liverpool, England.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Wanchai, Hong Kong
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Paperanarchy is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2016. The small team specializes in Digital Strategy and Conversion Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49München, Germany
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STROMBERGER PR is a PR firm. The team is in München, Germany, and their services include Public Relations and Event Management.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
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Cª das Soluções is a public relations company. The team offers Public Relations and Event Marketing, and the firm is located in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal and Lisboa, Portugal.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Haarlem, Netherlands
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Headquartered in Haarlem, Netherlands, Bright8 is a PR company. Established in 2019, the team specializes in Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBrimfield, MA
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Datzmedia, a PR firm, was founded in 2002. The team focuses on Public Relations and Event Management and is headquartered in Brimfield, Massachusetts.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerNew York, NY
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Mediator PR is a New York, New York-based public relations agency. They offer Public Relations and Event Management and were launched in 2017.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Birmingham, England
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Spottydog communications, a social media marketing company, was established in 2010. The agency focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing, and is small.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Percepture is a PR agency. They were launched in 2004 and focus on Public Relations and Search Engine Optimization.
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Embark Marketing, a public relations agency, was established in 2010. The firm offers Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lewes, England
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Out of Sync Ltd is a video production company. Founded in 2013, their team specializes in Video Production and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lorena, TX
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AlliedOne Marketing is a Content Marketing company. They are based in Lorena, Texas and have small team. Their team focuses on Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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Pomme Communications is a Cincinnati, Ohio-based public relations agency. They specialize in Public Relations and Event Marketing.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Public relations agency SourceCode Communications was established in 2017. The firm specializes in Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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MADE PR is a PR firm. Their small team is in San Francisco, California. Their services include Public Relations and Event Marketing.
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Roma, Italy
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Spencer & Lewis is a public relations firm based in Roma, Italy and Milano, Italy. Founded in 1937, the team offers Public Relations and Advertising.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Skopje, North Macedonia
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Why Not is a public relations agency. Founded in 2012, the team specializes in Public Relations and Content Marketing. The firm is in Skopje, North Macedonia.
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Düsseldorf, Germany
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BoC - Bureau of Communication GmbH is a branding company. Launched in 2019, the agency is in Düsseldorf, Germany and Wien, Austria. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Faulhaber Communications is a Digital Strategy company. Based in Toronto, Canada, the agency focuses on Digital Strategy and Graphic Design.
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PR firm Newsroom PR was founded in 2017. The firm focuses on Public Relations and Market Research, and is small.
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Grow More Digital is a public relations company headquartered in London, Andorra. Their services include Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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Reputation City is a branding company. They provide Branding and Public Relations and were launched in 2023. The firm is headquartered in Germasogeia, Cyprus.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Fareham, England
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Koozai, a Content Marketing company, is based in Fareham, England and London, England. They provide Content Marketing and Public Relations and were launched in 2006.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Sofia, Bulgaria
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D:istinkt is a branding firm launched in 2000. The firm provides Branding and Event Marketing.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Midsize Business Consulting company Emirates First Business Service, is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The team provides Business Consulting and Translation.
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Butin Integrated Communications, a small public relations firm, is headquartered in North Carolina. The team provides Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Sausalito, CA
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TRUE Communications is a small Content Marketing company headquartered in Sausalito, California. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Public Relations.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Zapwater is a Content Marketing company. The team focuses on Content Marketing and Digital Strategy and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and Santa Monica, California.
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Het PR Bureau is a PR firm. Their midsize team is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Their services include Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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PB&J is a public relations firm. They are in Cincinnati, Ohio and Asheville, North Carolina. Their team focuses on Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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R. Courl Hay. Is a PR company. Their small team is headquartered in New York, New York. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Montgomery, NJ
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JFK Communications is a PR agency. Their team is in Montgomery, New Jersey and offers Public Relations and Search Engine Optimization.
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Small PR company Kincannon Crisis Communications, is in Boston, Massachusetts. Their services include Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Montréal, Canada
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PR firm EGS Group was founded in 2016. The team offers Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kraków, Poland
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Public relations agency Prime Time PR is headquartered in Kraków, Poland. They offer Public Relations and Branding and were launched in 2011.
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BMA Global Services is a PR company. The Taipei, Taiwan-based agency was founded in 1997. Their services include Public Relations and Event Management.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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INGAGE is a branding firm launched in 2011. The team offers Branding and Public Relations and is headquartered in Miami, Florida and Tampa, Florida.
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SutherlandGold is a small branding company established in 2002. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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Rein Communications, a PR agency, was founded in 2018. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, the team offers Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ilkley, England
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Approach PR is an Ilkley, England-based PR firm. They specialize in Public Relations and Digital Strategy and were launched in 2001.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Berlin, Germany
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Dear Content is a Content Marketing company. They are in Berlin, Germany and Spain. Their team specializes in Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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Digital Strategy company We Do Stories provides Digital Strategy and Public Relations. They are in Stevenage, England.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Gravitate PR is a public relations firm. The team specializes in Public Relations and Content Writing Services, and the agency is based in San Francisco, California.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49St. Petersburg, FL
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Burlington, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Sarasota, FL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Scottsdale, AZ
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Sewickley, PA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Leeds, England
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Houston, TX
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$1,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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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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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Spring Hill, Australia
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Bondi Junction, Australia
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$50,000+Undisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Denver, CO
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Nashville, TN
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Redondo Beach, CA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9London, England
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Reading , England
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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.
Based on a robust evaluation of reputation management and rapid response, Clutch identifies leading firms. The top crisis communications agencies for Fall 2025 include:
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.
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.