The best public relations firms on the west coast

In 2020, Forbes compiled a list of the best public relations firms in the United States from surveying almost 13,000 experts and over 20,000 different customers. With over 5,000 different agencies nominated, here are some of the best firms on the West Coast.

Covet Public Relations, San Diego, California

Founded in 2014, Covet PR works with food, beverage, beauty and lifestyle brands. Currently, they work with big-name brands like Annie’s, Pacifica and Jenny Craig. This brand is one of the youngest on this list, making it even more impressive for making the Forbes list. It is also a female-based company, with the CEO, President, and Vice President all being women.

(W)right On Communications, La Jolla, California

Located north of San Diego is (W)right On Communication in La Jolla, California. Founded in 1998 by Julie Wright, this agency is focused on staying ahead of trends to ensure the best service to their clients. They specialize in many different industries such as Hospitality, Energy and Education. They also have locations in Los Angeles, California and Vancouver, British Columbia.

Beach House, Newport Beach, California

Located in Newport Beach, California, Beach House is a woman-owned agency that works with beauty and lifestyle brands. It was founded in 2005 with a holistic-lifestyle image in mind. They have worked with big brands like Bondhi Sands, Revlon and Schwarzkopf. They now have agencies located in Los Angeles and New York, as well.

The Hoffman Agency, San Jose, California

Ranked #5 overall for the Best PR Agencies in the United States, Hoffman Agency specializes in global technology public relations. Located in San Jose, California, The Hoffman Agency focuses heavily on being an independent agency while providing client-centric service for large technology companies in Silicon Valley. With clients all over the world, they are aiding some of the up-in-coming technology companies.

bread & butter PR, Los Angeles, California

Founded in 2007, bread & butter focuses on promoting food, lifestyle and travel companies. They provide a variety of services from package design, product photography, to web design and brand development. They have offices all over the United States, from Austin to New York.

Highwire PR, San Francisco, California

Based in San Francisco, Highwire PR focuses on innovation and roots in technology and journalism. They were founded in 2008 and emphasize the importance of its employees and providing the best opportunities for its clients. This is another firm on the list with a female CEO.

The Fearey Group, Seattle, Washington

Recognized as one of the most established and reputable public relations firms in Washington, The Fearey Group has been in the business for over 40 years. Founded by Pat Fearey, a female in a male-dominated industry, this agency has its place in the largest industries in the Seattle area. The Fearey Group provides a variety of services to non-profits, crisis management and healthcare industries.