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AGENCIES/WASHINGTON, D.C./PR AGENCIES IN WASHINGTON, D.C.

PR agencies in Washington, D.C.

10 ranked, with a plain verdict on every entry.

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Ketchum leads this ranking for Brand and consumer campaigns, and shapes culture to build business through earned attention. Qorvis Communications is built for sovereign nations and multinational corporations in sensitive sectors, and connects clients to key decision-makers through direct engagement and strategic relationship-building. Red Banyan serves organisations facing immediate crises or reputation damage, and delivers results through a relentless and dedicated team.
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1KetchumThe agency is the most awarded public relations agency of the decade84.0NEWCustom retainer (typically £15,000–£22,000 per month)
2Qorvis CommunicationsProvides actionable insight on sanctions, transparency, and regulatory compliance across borders84.0NEW–
3Red BanyanListens hard to gain insight into client challenges84.0NEW–
4720 StrategiesHas unparalleled experience running PR campaigns in Washington82.0NEW–
5Curley CompanyLeverages deep experience on Capitol Hill and in the White House82.0NEW–
6Glen Echo GroupCuts through noise with clear stories to bring unlikely collaborators together82.0NEW–
7Keybridge CommunicationsOffers personalised service that larger firms cannot match80.0NEW–
8Story PartnersEmploys former Capitol Hill staffers and PR veterans80.0NEW–
9Rasky PartnersProvides hands-on attention from senior professionals throughout every project78.0NEW–
10Unitas CommunicationsEmploys former diplomats and senior strategists on its team74.0NEW–
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The ranking, in detail

01

Ketchum

Multi-market earned media specialist with deep technology and corporate expertise.

Ketchum is the most awarded public relations agency of the decade. It creates change that matters for its clients and people.

Best for Technology, corporate, and innovation-driven companies requiring multi-market earned media campaigns
84.0
02

Qorvis Communications

At the NEXUS of capital and influence

Qorvis Communications is a global advisory and strategic communications firm headquartered in Washington, D.C., with primary offices in Geneva, Brussels, and Dubai.

Best for sovereign nations and multinational corporations in sensitive sectors
84.0
03

Red Banyan

Power your reputation with rapid-response high-impact communications.

Red Banyan is a leading crisis PR company and strategic communications firm. It reimagines public relations for today's rapidly changing world.

Best for organisations facing immediate crises or reputation damage
84.0
04

720 Strategies

Top PR firm in Washington, DC

720 Strategies helps top brands engage stakeholders online and offline.

Best for healthcare and energy sector clients
82.0
05

Curley Company

Inspire action, instil trust, ignite potential.

Curley Company is an award-winning team of creative problem-solvers and passionate innovators.

Best for organisations needing public affairs and advocacy support in Washington, D.C
82.0
06

Glen Echo Group

Translating complex public policy into compelling creative campaigns

The Glen Echo Group is a veteran team based in Washington DC and Chicago. It turns complicated tech issues into narratives that win positive policy outcomes.

Best for tech and innovation companies
82.0
07

Keybridge Communications

Delivering outstanding tangible results and customer service

Keybridge Communications is a DC-based public relations firm specialising in op-eds and issues advocacy. The agency also provides earned media campaigns, writing services, and web development.

Best for clients seeking performance-based contracts
80.0
08

Story Partners

Your advocacy Partner

Story Partners is a full-service public affairs firm based in Washington, D.C. It helps leading brands and advocacy organisations shape policy conversations.

Best for Brands needing policy influence
80.0
09

Rasky Partners

Premier lobbying and public relations firm in Massachusetts.

Rasky Partners is a public relations and lobbying firm. It stands as one of the largest independent firms in the nation.

Best for corporations seeking government relations
78.0
10

Unitas Communications

Navigating global narratives with expert precision

Unitas Communications is a global advisory and public affairs agency. It specialises in cross-cultural communications and strategic influencing to bridge divides.

Best for governments and global corporations
74.0
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Frequently asked questions

What do the top four say they are built for?

Ketchum says it is built for Brand and consumer campaigns, and Qorvis Communications for sovereign nations and multinational corporations in sensitive sectors. Red Banyan says it is built for organisations facing immediate crises or reputation damage, and 720 Strategies for healthcare and energy sector clients.