Public Relations Advisors Professionals to Watch 2025

I help develop and execute PR strategies for RizeUp Media and its clients.

Former TV correspondent turned Media trainer & PR strategist helping you better reach and communicate with the press.

Tieja MacLaughlin is a sought-after public relations and crisis management consultant for individuals, executives, and brands who are experiencing reputation damage including social media fallout, legal issues, and other sensitive matters that may attract media attention or public scrutiny. Tieja offers a no nonsense real-world approach to traditional crisis communications, and is frequently relied upon as a strategic asset in high-stakes scenarios. Tieja’s background in media and communications, combined with her personal lived experience, has bolstered her natural ability to seamlessly navigate chaos and turn reputational disasters into redemption arcs. www.tiejamaclaughlin.com

For over 17 years, I have implemented successful public relations campaigns and initiatives for a variety of tech companies in North America and across the globe. With deep expertise in the tech industry, I have developed and executed communications strategies and media campaigns that consistently advance both the reputation and business objectives of my clients. My PR experience extends across a wide range of tech related industries – from startups to more well-known brands – including cybersecurity, telecom (VoIP/UC), cloud computing, consumer tech, higher education, storage/virtualization, IT/networking, KVM/Pro AV, open source and document management. Leveraging proven analyst relations and media research techniques, my PR efforts have helped clients increase their overall coverage numbers and SOV percentages, and generated interest that ultimately led to numerous lucrative acquisitions and funding rounds. In my "spare" time, I am the owner and creator of SnuffleMutt snuffle mats (a work-to-eat toy for dogs).

Sarah Mawji-Walker created Venture Strategies (formerly Final Edit Media & PR) following a pivotal moment in her career when she put a North American brokerage on the map, leading it to receive a nine figure equity injection through the support of public relations. Today, under Sarah's leadership and guidance, Venture Strategies has established itself as a rapidly growing firm supporting clients in key industries across North America. Sarah has worked with Fortune 500 companies, some of the world's top beauty brands and emerging companies. She was invited to join the Forbes Business Council in 2023 and named to the Qwoted 100 List three years in a row for excellence in PR leadership and fast and effective communication with the media. Venture Strategies believes in giving back to the community and has helped several notable organizations including Dress for Success and Hockey Helps the Homeless.

PR strategist helping business leaders achieve their competitive edge by clarifying key messaging to create newsworthy content. My clients have achieved national and regional media coverage that delivers category leadership while catapulting key executives to industry thought leaders.

Stepping into the dynamic world of marketing and public relations, my independent consultancy has reshaped brand narratives and elevated market positions for illustrious clients across fashion, entertainment, and sports. The cornerstone of our success lies in forging strategic influencer-brand partnerships and producing gripping digital content, which has notably spiked brand recognition and engagement for clients like Sony and Calvin Klein. Within this ever-evolving sphere, our team has championed the development of transformative marketing communications and new media strategies, harnessing the power of social networking to capture and captivate target audiences. Our approach has not only increased brand reputation by 50% but also played a pivotal role in driving substantial market share growth. With a linguistic versatility in English, Twi, and Spanish, we continue to build and maintain enduring international relationships and foster brand growth on a global scale.

A highly accomplished marketing communications leader with a track record of delivering exceptional results for dozens of fast growth companies, ranging from prominent unicorns to emerging startups.

Brandi Sims, the visionary behind Brandinc PR, serves as the esteemed Founder & CEO. With an impressive track record spanning over 15 years, Sims has honed her expertise in the intricate realms of public relations, digital marketing, and the meticulous planning of PR events for her esteemed clientele. Her extensive skill set has been cultivated through collaborations with a diverse array of entities, including public figures, nonprofit organizations, government entities, corporations, and dynamic small to midsize businesses. Sims' clientele is as diverse as her expertise, hailing from a myriad of sectors such as Arts & Humanities, Literature, Sports, Beauty & Skincare, and beyond. The impact of her work has been monumental, with clients securing prominent coverage in renowned publications like Forbes, ESPN, Fox News, The New Yorker, Cosmopolitan, and numerous others. Her professional accomplishments are a testament to her unwavering dedication to excellence. This includes recognition from Design Rush Top Public Relations Company & Top Influencer Marketing Agencies, Expertise.com Best Digital Marketing Agencies in Austin, Soigne + Swank’s Reader’s Choice Award for Best Arts, Culture and Entertainment, Davos Digital PR Awards Best PR Agency for 2021 and recipient of the Southwest Ledger 12:10 To The Top Award, recognizing young leaders helping Oklahoma become a top ten state. Sims is a current doctoral candidate at Liberty University, where she is passionately pursuing a Ph.D. in Strategic Media Communications, a testament to her unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of her expertise. Her influence extends far beyond the academic realm. Brandi Sims is a recognized leader in various spheres, making a lasting impact on both local and national fronts. She proudly serves as a Local Leader representing Austin, Texas on the Forbes BLK Advisory Council, lending her insights and vision to a prestigious platform. Furthermore, Sims holds the esteemed position of National Chair for the Public Relations Society of America's Entertainment & Sports Executive Committee, an influential role that reflects her prowess and prominence in the field of public relations. Her dedication to the community and gender equity in the State of Oklahoma is unmistakable, having previously served as the Board Chair for the Oklahoma Women's Coalition. She frequently participates as a speaker, moderator, and participant at conferences and events, sharing her wealth of knowledge and insights with eager audiences.

From Un-Employed to Award-winning! Amore Philip is a nationally quoted PR strategist and small business consultant who brings real-world entrepreneurial experience to every conversation. After being laid off in 2008, she built Apples & Oranges Public Relations into an award-winning agency based in New York’s media capital. She’s been mentioned in Inc., Fast Company, Forbes Advisor, Fox Business, and The Independent, offering clear, quotable insight on celebrity branding, reputation management, leadership, and the evolving media landscape. With experience across tech, lifestyle, government, and B2B sectors, Amore is known for breaking down complex stories into smart, accessible commentary that resonates on-air and in print.

PR, Marketing, Business Development, Business Services and Products Online and Offline.

A senior communications practitioner and corporate storyteller with a decade's experience across strategic communications, public relations, journalism, brand management, and creative advertising, I've helped early-stage founders and senior executives navigate today's distracted, diverse, and multi-stakeholder information landscape to achieve their business objectives while staying true to who they are.

Dynamic and results-driven communications professional with over seven years of experience in crafting compelling messaging and enhancing brand awareness. Seeking to leverage strong writing, content creation, and strategic communications skills to contribute effectively to teams. Known for delivering high-impact communications strategies that drive engagement and support organizational goals.

Scientist turned media strategist. Websites: JCSStrategies.com (Media Strategy, Branding & Public Relations) DrJordanSchaul.com (Zoology & Veterinary Science) AnimalTrainerDude.com (Animal Training/Behavior Consulting) ScapegoatStrength (Psychology & Social Science) Profiles: muckrack.com/jordanschaul (Muck Rack Profile) imdb.com/name/nm4721849/ (IMDb Profile)

Passionate and professional are qualities that make me an Emmy Award-winning producer. With years of experience in the television industry -- including producing the #1 morning show in Los Angeles, "Good Day LA", working on celebrity talk shows, game shows, reality shows, home shows and developing & launching shows. Available to work as NYC local.

Samantha DeRose is an award-winning publicist and the co-founder and president of Liminal Public Relations & Communications. She is known for transforming under-recognized brands into market leaders through integrated campaigns that blend earned media, thought leadership, content strategy and executive communications. After nearly a decade leading campaigns across sustainability, tech, social impact, the built environment and everything in between, she noticed a common challenge: great stories were going untold. ​DeRose works with brands to uncover what makes them meaningful and turn it into messaging that resonates with audiences both internally and externally. Her approach combines media relations, executive thought leadership, digital storytelling and strategic messaging to deliver campaigns that increase visibility, strengthen market positioning and drive measurable results. ​ She specializes in brand strategy and positioning, helping organizations clarify who they are, why they matter and how to communicate it clearly across initiatives. She partners with executives to translate their expertise into bylined articles, LinkedIn content, speaking opportunities and media placements that build credibility and authority. She also develops award strategies, positioning standout work and leaders for industry recognition and project honors, and ensures events make a lasting impact through strategic messaging, speaker prep, talking points and follow-up content. ​ ​Her work has earned coverage in virtually every major Phoenix outlet, as well as national consumer and trade media, including USA Today, CNN International, CNET, CoStar News, FOX Weather Wild, Better Homes & Gardens, Architectural Digest, HGTV’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and Love It or List It, Modern Luxury Magazine, iHeart Media and more. Beyond mainstream media, she has secured placements in top AEC and CRE publications, leveraging technical expertise to craft compelling narratives that influence decision-makers and industry peers. Her portfolio spans global brands and regional leaders, including Kingspan Light + Air North America, Solatube International, Kingspan Insulation North America, Skanska USA, LGE Design Build, Diversified Partners, LGO Hospitality (Buck & Rider), Phoenix Art Museum, The Phoenix Symphony, St. Joseph the Worker and Vincent’s on Camelback.

SEO Specialist with 7 years of expertise in organic growth, keyword strategy, and on-page, off-page, and technical SEO. I specialize in driving sustainable traffic, improving keyword rankings, and optimizing websites to enhance conversions and user experience.* Increased organic traffic for Biryani By Kilo through content strategy & local SEO.* Ranked 30+ high-intent keywords in the top positions using technical SEO & authoritative link-building.* Experienced in GA4, Search Console, Ahrefs, SEMrush, and Screaming Frog for in-depth SEO analysis.

Adam Handelsman is a hands-on generalist who thrives in today’s rapidly evolving media landscape. He understands what it takes to achieve meaningful, impactful results. Throughout his career, Adam has embraced one core belief: it’s not about what you say about yourself, but what others say about you. With over 25 years of experience, Adam has had the privilege of working alongside some of the most influential figures and organizations, including icons like Ray Bradbury, Dick Schaap, Stephen Pressfield, Maj. Ralph Peters, and Nick Bollettieri. These early collaborations were formative, providing Adam with a foundation that set him apart in an industry often reliant on digital communication. He learned early on that true success in PR comes from building authentic relationships and communicating with a human voice. Adam’s career spans both client-side and agency roles, which gives him a well-rounded understanding of PR from every angle. His portfolio includes leading campaigns for emerging brands and Fortune 100 companies, such as: Starbucks – Creator of the "Green Team" initiative for Earth Day Philips Van Heusen – Directed the “Save Ellis Island” campaign General Electric – Led the “Hire Our Heroes” initiative World Gym, Black Rifle Coffee Company, Evian, Shopping.com, Merck, EDS, and many others In 1996, while at a New York agency, Adam launched the Starbucks “Green Team” — an initiative aimed at generating positive press for the company. He rallied twenty-five employees to clean up Morningside Park for Earth Day. What started as a small effort snowballed into a major media success, with the event being featured on a Fox News segment seen in 100 markets. Before founding SpecOps Communications, Adam served as the Managing Director at Lippert/Heilshorn & Associates (LHA), EVP and National Director of Strategic Media Relations at Cohn & Wolfe, and EVP & Partner at 5W Public Relations. He also made his mark during the dot-com era as Director of PR at Netpulse, where he secured over 3,000 media hits for the company within three years. Adam’s broad range of experience, from PR agency leadership to in-house brand management, has given him a unique skill set. He has been part of a diverse range of successful campaigns, and his passion for authentic, results-driven PR continues to shape the work he does with SpecOps Communications today.

Currently working at BNO, a creative agency. Committed to delivering high quality work. Resourceful, organized, and self-motivated.

Innovative earned media, brand engagement, and communications leader with a 18+-year track record of developing strategic and integrated public relations, social media marketing, influencer and celebrity engagement, experiential and event management, content marketing, and brand partnership programsProven brand and team builder with an entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to set a vision, create, inspire and manage a team and execute high-profile, multi-million-dollar integrated campaigns for Fortune 500 companies, celebrities, startups, and everything in betweenDeep expertise in the travel and tourism, consumer / lifestyle, fashion / beauty, CPG, retail and entertainment industriesHighly skilled at building and leveraging a large network of industry contacts to drive new business opportunities, and effective brand partnerships and identify and hire premier talent