SPOTLIGHTING THE MOST INNOVATIVE PR & COMMUNICATIONS FIRMS OF THE YEAR
The 2027 PRNEWS Agency Elite Top 120 recognizes an exceptional class of PR and communications agencies setting the pace for the entire industry. Representing firms of every size and specialization—from bold independents to global powerhouses—this year's honorees were selected by the PRNEWS editorial team for standout services, culture, client impact, and innovation.
Join us on October 6 in New York City as we celebrate the 2027 Agency Elite Top 120 at the PRNEWS Platinum Awards Gala, where honorees will be recognized alongside the industry's top campaigns, teams and communications leaders.
(W)right On Communications
Akrete
ANDER & Co
Antenna Group
Arketi Group
Avoq
Bear Icebox Communications
Behrman Cesa Communications
Bospar
BPCM
BRG Communications
Catamaran
Center for Public Interest Communications - University of Florida
Champion
Citizen Relations
Coyne Public Relations, LLC
Current Global
DADA Goldberg
Diffusion PR
Dini von Mueffling Communications
dna Communications
Etched Communication
Evolve PR & Marketing
EvolveMKD
Factory PR
FerenComm
FischTank PR
FleishmanHillard
French/West/Vaughan
FTP
G&S Integrated Marketing Communications Group
Gabriel Marketing Group
Global Gateway Advisors
Global Situation Room
Gregory
Group Gordon
Hahn
Havas Formula
HAVAS Red Network
Hello PR Group
Highwire
HUNTER
Identity
Infinite
INK Communications Co.
Integral
Interluxe Group
Jackson Spalding
Jaymie Scotto & Associates (JSA)
Jennifer Bett Communications
JONESWORKS
Junapr
Kaplow Communications
Kickstand
Landis Communications Inc.
Lisa Lauri Communications
Litzky PR
Marathon Strategies
Marıno.
McNeely Brockman Public Relations
MediaSource
MikeWorldWide
Modern Currency PR
Mower
Moxie Communications Group
MSQ Sport + Entertainment
Narrative Strategies
Next PR
Pac/West Strategies
PAN
Powell Communications
Precision Strategies
Racepoint Global
rbb Communications
Red Thread PR
Relevance International
RENEWPR
Reputation Ink
Reputation Partners, LLC
RF|Binder
RX STUDIO
Sachs Media
Sage Communications
Salient PR
Segal Communications
Seven Letter
Sharp Think
SHIFT Communications
Silverline Communications LLC
SKDK
Smith Publicity, Inc.
SmithSolve, LLC
SolComms
SourceCode Communications
SPM Communications
Stanton Communication, Inc.
Strategic Public Relations Group (SPRG)
The Abbi Agency
The Castle Group
The Consultancy PR
The Fletcher Group
The Hayes Initiative
The Hoffman Agency
The Lede Company
The Moore Agency
The Sway Effect
Thompson & Bender
Tier One Partners
Tiny Mighty Communications
Tony Fay Public Relations
Trident
TruePoint Communications
Uproar by Moburst
UpSpring PR
V2 Communications
Velocity Partners
Vested
Wixted & Company
Zilker Media
Zmirov Communication
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
Attendee Packages:
Individual Gala Ticket
Your all-access pass to the full Gala experience.
- Red carpet networking reception
- Sit-down dinner and awards presentation
- Entry to the exclusive After Party
The Trendsetter Table — Reserved Half Table (5 Seats)
Perfect for small teams or client groups ready to celebrate.
- Reserved half-table with priority seating
- Company or client signage on table
- One bottle of champagne at your table
- Full Gala access for 5 guests
Spotlight Table — Reserved Table for 10
Celebrate your team’s biggest wins with standout placement.
- Reserved full table with priority seating
- Branded table sign for your company or client
- One bottle of champagne at your table
- Full Gala access for 10 guests
Impact Circle — Nonprofit Table for 5
Reserved for 501(c)(3) organizations making a difference.
- Reserved half-table with priority seatin
- Company or client signage on table
- One bottle of champagne at your table
- Full Gala access for 5 guests
Nonprofit status will be verified following registration.
VIP Packages with High-Visibility Perks:
Winner’s Circle Package
Celebrate in style—and get your brand seen.
All benefits of Front-Page Table, plus:
- Logo placement on the step-and-repeat at the 2026 Platinum Awards Gala
- Logo featured as a Supporting Sponsor in the official winner announcement email, reaching 75,000+ PR and communications professionals
- Two bottles of champagne at your table
The Agency Power Play
Exclusive for Agency Elite Top 120 Honorees! Our highest-exposure package for agencies ready to own the room and turn their win into new business.
All benefits of the Winner’s Circle package, plus:
- Dedicated email blast to gala attendees and 75,000+ PR professionals, pre- or post-gala
- On-stage shoutout from Gala emcees during awards
- Agency Elite Profile RFP Bundle: hyperlinked profile and sizzle video on the Agency Elite partner portal, plus banner ads on the PRNEWS website (a $2,500 value)
Position your brand at the center of PR’s most influential recognition program. The Agency Elite Top 120 Awards sponsorships provide meaningful exposure to top executives and teams driving innovation across the communications ecosystem—on stage, online, and throughout the awards lifecycle.
For details and custom packages, contact Vernesa Merdanovic at vmerdanovic@accessintel.com
Contact
Questions
For questions about the Agency Elite Top 120,
contact:
Mary-Lou French
Manager, Awards
PRNEWS
mfrench@accessintel.com
Sponsorship & Advertising
If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, contact:
Vernesa Merdanovic
Sales Director
PRNEWS
vmerdanovic@accessintel.com