Public Relations Advisors Professionals to Watch 2025

Connecting professionals to share inspiring stories about innovators, leaders, rising stars, and everyone who plays a role in the success of a business. Results-driven communications expert with 20-years of combined experience in public relations, content creation, and journalism.

Lindsay is known for her bold, results-driven approach to public relations—consistently pushing boundaries to deliver creative campaigns that make headlines. With over 15 years of experience, she is an industry-recognized leader in media relations, crisis communications, and strategic public relations. She began her career in Toronto, Canada, with a global PR firm before moving in-house for internationally acclaimed food, beverage, and hospitality brands. During this time, Lindsay built award-winning PR campaigns for Marriott Hotels, Hyatt Hotels, Molson Coors Canada, Cathay Pacific, Tourism Australia, Visa, Frito Lay, and Etihad Airways. Lindsay continues to lead strategic PR, media relations strategy and crisis communications for food and beverage, wine and spirits, hospitality and lifestyle brands in Canada and the US. She has earned recognition for her work with McDonald’s USA, Hard Rock Cafe, Restoration Hardware, UberEATS, Habit Burger Grill, Fogo de Chão and more. Featured in several industry publications, Lindsay is a regular guest panelist, podcaster and PR expert in Scottsdale, NYC and Toronto. She is recognized by the Public Relations Society of America as a leader in crisis communications, positive brand positioning and brand reputation. Lindsay is a co-founder of The Agency Alliance Network (AAN). AAN is a collaborative, collective agency network offering public relations, social media management, advertising, SEO and Digital Marketing for clients looking to streamline agency workflow. AAN's founders are are a collective of strategic partner agencies and subject matter experts, combining each focus area into one cohesive team working cross-functionally.

Seasoned PR and communications expert with deep expertise in personal branding, crisis management, and event coordination. As the founder of Saege PR, a leading PR agency, I have a proven track record of elevating brands and managing high-stakes situations. Educated at UCL of London and Humboldt University of Berlin, I bring a global perspective and strategic insight to every project. Passionate about helping clients stand out and thrive in competitive markets

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.

I am a publicist, coder, music industry executive and TV Producer with a track record of securing premier media placements and managing high-stakes narratives. At Popularity PR, I help high-profile individuals and corporations across the entertainment, legal, and political sectors navigate the modern media landscape. With an entrepreneurial background that includes building AI-driven intellectual property tools and navigating complex civil litigation, I offer a multifaceted perspective on how business, law, and culture collide. Available for expert commentary on: Public Relations (crisis comms, brand strategy), Entertainment (industry, celebrity narratives), Law (litigation strategy, IP protection), and Entrepreneurship (tech development, startups). Personal Interests: Music, binge-watching Netflix, and diving into complex legal strategy.

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

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

As CEO and Founder of Woodrow, Charlie leads the firm’s global delivery, advising leaders through complex communications challenges. Having served as a trusted advisor to multiple Heads of State and CEOs, he played a pivotal role in steering the Liberian government’s response during the Ebola crisis. Charlie specialises in strategic communications, crisis management, and high-stakes advisory. His work spans multinational companies, global philanthropic organisations, major transactions, and the challenges and opportunities facing scaling firms. He helps brands speak and find their voice in an ever more complex environment, thriving at the intersection of society, culture, and politics. He works closely with leaders on profile raising and reputation management, supports clients through crises and litigation, and regularly advises on sensitive international issues. Under his leadership, Woodrow became a Financial Times 1000 company in 2023 and 2024. He is a two-time PRWeek Global Award winner and was recognised by PRovoke as one of the top 25 innovators in global communications.

Robin Graber is a results-driven public relations strategist and co-founder of Liminal Public Relations & Communications, a Phoenix-based PR agency specializing in high-impact communications for the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC), commercial real estate (CRE), manufacturing, nonprofit, and professional services sectors. She is known for transforming under-recognized brands and projects into market leaders through integrated campaigns that combine earned media, thought leadership, award strategy, and executive communications. Robin's client-focused approach is evident in her work. She helps companies elevate brand awareness, secure national and trade media coverage and build reputations that drive ROI. Her expertise encompasses crafting award-winning submissions, leading executive visibility programs, developing thought leadership content and crafting strategic brand narratives that resonate with key audiences, from investors to industry decision-makers. With deep experience in earned media strategy, brand positioning and content marketing, Robin has successfully supported global manufacturers, real estate developers, cultural institutions such as The Phoenix Symphony and Phoenix Art Museum, as well as innovative healthcare and nonprofit organizations. Before launching Liminal, Robin served as PR Director at one of Phoenix’s top-ranked agencies, where she led campaigns that consistently delivered meaningful outcomes. During that time, she secured over 600 media placements and more than 50 bylines for her AEC accounts in leading outlets, including Architectural Record, Glass Magazine, Metal Construction News, Building Enclosure, and ArchDaily. On the nonprofit side, she secured over 70 interviews and features, 50 event placements, and 10 major awards in virtually every Phoenix metro publication as well as top business and philanthropic media, including the Phoenix Business Journal, AZ Big Media, and Frontdoors Media, thereby strengthening community engagement and donor confidence while elevating executive visibility. Robin is recognized for her ability to transform complex ideas into compelling narratives that shape public perception and drive business outcomes. Whether launching a new development, managing crisis communications or positioning a firm as a market leader, she combines sharp editorial instincts with a deep understanding of what moves audiences and decision-makers.

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.

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.

Joseph J. Nuñez is an award-winning PR and communications strategist with nearly 15 years of experience managing and elevating the reputation of globally recognized public and private brands. His expertise spans entertainment, tech, hospitality, real estate, and lifestyle industries. Known for his strategic media placements and creative storytelling, Joseph has secured thousands of media placements in premier media outlets. He consistently delivers strategic B2B and consumer campaigns that drive visibility, credibility, and business growth.

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.

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.

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

Tara Coomans is the founder of Avaans Media, a boutique PR agency specializing in high-stakes visibility for companies in emerging and regulated industries, including AI, cleantech, fintech, consumer products, cannabis, and healthcare. Under her leadership, Avaans Media is a three-time Inc. Magazine Power Partner PR Agency Award winner (2023, 2024, 2025) and has spent 12+ years helping companies translate complex narratives into earned media authority across national and trade outlets that impact reputation and authority today and tomorrow. Tara works exclusively at the executive level, partnering with founders, CMOs, and growth-stage leadership teams from Series A through IPO. Her proprietary Fingerprint Strategy methodology focuses on building strategic narrative before pitching a single story, a philosophy that puts her at odds with most of the PR industry and makes her a direct source on why so many PR investments fail. She's particularly outspoken on the gap between PR activity and actual business outcomes. Her areas of expertise include earned media strategy, narrative development for emerging industries, PR for regulated sectors, startup and pre-IPO communications, and the evolving role of AI in public relations. She's a direct, no-jargon source for journalists covering the communications and marketing industry, the business of emerging tech, and the challenges founders face building credibility in noisy or skeptical markets.

Based in Amsterdam, I'm a PR strategist specialising in international markets. Over the past 2 years I've been focused exclusively on global communications — working with tech startups, founders, and C-level leaders on strategies that actually move the needle. My approach is always integrated. Everything I build serves your actual business goals — not just your media count. Depending on what you need, that means media placements, expert commentary, speaking slots, podcast features, or collaborations. Earned media sits at the core of most strategies I develop, because coverage you've genuinely earned builds trust that no paid placement can replicate.

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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.