SPOTLIGHTING THE MOST INNOVATIVE PR & COMMUNICATIONS FIRMS OF THE YEAR
The Most Coveted List of PR & Comms Agencies
120 Agencies. Endless Influence.
Every year, the editors of PRNEWS identify the firms rewriting what great PR looks like. This is that list.
The Agency Elite Top 120 recognizes PR and communications firms of every size and specialization—from bold independents to global powerhouses—that are setting the pace for the entire industry. Hundreds will enter. Only 120 will earn a place on the most respected roster in PR.
The 120 honorees gain 12 months of featured placement on the Agency Elite PR Partner Portal, where thousands of brand-side decision-makers search and connect with agencies by capability and specialization.
Your next client is already looking. Make sure they find you.
July 17, 2026
Final Deadline:
July 24, 2026
Past Agency Elite Agencies Include…
Entry Guidelines
Entry Dates
APPLICATION DEADLINE
July 17, 2026
FINAL DEADLINE
July 24, 2026
All entries must be submitted by July 24, 2026. Honorees will be notified in August 2026.
Who's Eligible?
Agency Elite is open to all communication agencies and PR firms worldwide.
Entry Fees
A late fee will be applied to entries submitted after July 17. Payment in full must accompany the entry. Entry fees are not refundable.
Entry Fee: $499
Late Fee: $199
Application Questions
- Describe your agency in fewer than 250 words.
- List any current/active industry or business certifications
- What new services, products or expertise have you added in the last 12 months, and why did you add them?
- Tell us about your agency's culture.
- Share your top three client industries and an active client reference for each industry.
- Rank your top three core agency offerings, from the largest piece (ranked 1) of your annual revenue to the third-largest (ranked 3).
- Put on your future cast goggles: What are three trends that the industry will be talking about in 2030?
- List five active clients that we can share.
- List recent accolades or awards we should be aware of.
- Please include 2 case studies from the last 18 months
FAQs
How do I know if my firm is eligible?
The PRNEWS Agency Elite Top 120 is open to all PR and Communications firms.
How do we increase our chances of making the list?
Emphasize the accomplishments of your firm and how you are an innovative leader in the industry. Provide as many concrete and specific examples of success as possible.
How are the applications selected?
Applications are evaluated by the PRNEWS editorial staff. We judge your entry based on your firms services, products, employee initiatives and activities, and core agency offerings.
When will I know about the status of my submission?
You will be notified by PRNEWS in August regarding your application if you are named to the Agency Elite Top 120 list.
THE GALA
One Night. The Whole Industry.
Join hundreds of the most influential brands and agencies in PR at the always sold-out PRNEWS Platinum Awards Gala—the industry's premier evening celebrating the Campaigns of the Year, the People of the Year, and the Agency Elite Top 120.
When:
The Platinum Awards Gala
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
6:00 - 10:00pm (ET)
Where:
The Lighthouse
Pier 61, Chelsea Piers
New York, NY 10011
ENTER THE PLATINUM AWARDS
The World's Highest Honor in PR
The PRNEWS Platinum Awards recognize the year's best campaigns across 70+ categories—including Integrated Communications, Influencer Marketing, Media Relations, Experiential PR, Cause-Related Marketing, Technology, and more.
Final Deadline: June 19, 2026
Contact
Questions
For questions about the Agency Elite Top 120,
contact:
Mary-Lou French
Manager, Awards and Subscriptions
PRNEWS
mfrench@accessintel.com
Sponsorship & Advertising
If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, contact:
Vernesa Merdanovic
Sales Director
PRNEWS
vmerdanovic@accessintel.com