Public Relations Advisors Professionals to Watch 2025

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

At BurnBright Communications, we believe in co-creating narratives that shine out of the shadows. With over 15 years in marketing and an MBA from the University of St. Thomas, I collaborate with you to mold strategies that radiate clarity and impact.If your business or brand feels tucked away in the dim, together, we can rekindle its luminosity. I partner with B2B tech firms to spotlight their distinct value, nurturing lasting customer loyalty. We co-design communication pathways with individuals, amplifying their authentic brilliance and ambition.In a world full of noise, let's make sure your story stands out. Ready to team up and shine brighter?

Stefanie Magness is a Chief Visibility & Reputation Strategist who helps service-based professionals, nonprofits, and small businesses get found and trusted. She secures expert quotes in respected outlets, places clients in high-value directories, monitors every mention with social listening, and builds a digital trail that proves they are credible, capable, and worth choosing.

As an Executive Advisor and Inclusive Workplace Culture Consultant, Stacey anchors action using change management principles while facilitating mindset shifts. She combines nearly two decades of recruiting, career development, diversity and workplace culture to focus on reworking how companies work; including how they inclusively recruit, hire and engage employees, effectively creating inclusion and belonging for all. The founder of Rework Work and author of the popular DEI book, UNBIAS: Addressing Unconscious Bias at Work., Stacey has been published in Forbes, Fast Company and Harvard Business Review and her Unconscious Bias course was the number 1 most watched course on the LinkedIn Learning platform.Book Stacey to speak at https://www.reworkwork.com/contact-us/Learn how to do DEI differently with Unconscious Inclusion for you and your team: http://unconsciousinclusion.com

Experienced Senior Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the banking and finance industries. Skilled in Corporate and Nonprofit Organizations, Analytical Skills, Team Building, Fundraising, and Management. Strong business development professional with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) focused in Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Real Estate from Clark Atlanta University.

From global newsrooms to celebrity green rooms, I’ve spent over 20 years turning bold ideas and expert voices into stories that resonate. My journey began in journalism, reporting for CNN, NBC and Euronews, where I interviewed world leaders, artists, change makers and entrepreneurs. I later stepped into the world of PR, leading purpose-driven campaigns with iconic figures like Jane Goodall, Dame Judi Dench, and Ricky Gervais, landing headlines and interviews in the BBC, CNN, Reuters, ABC, Newsweek, ITV, and beyond. I’ve written across every format and platform: from news tickers to press releases, video scripts to public speeches. Whether for a major broadcaster or a personal brand, my work helps voices cut through the noise and connect with audiences that matter. Today, I use that experience to help thought leaders, experts and businesses craft their message, shape their public-facing profiles, and connect with global media. Whether you're shaping a brand, sharing a mission, or finding your voice, I’m here to turn your story into something bold, original, and unforgettable.

Award-winning Public Relations Practitioner with extensive experience in media relations, account management, and journalism. 100% success rate of placing diversified clientele into top-tier outlets and driving effective communications campaigns. My PR knowledge was quoted in Forbes, Mirror Online, and PR Daily and featured on SiriusXM's "Radio Andy" with Andy Cohen.