Maslansky + Partners: Omnicom Language Strategy Agency

maslansky + partners is a language strategy consultancy within Omnicom Public Relations, led by CEO Michael Maslansky. In September 2026 it named founding partner Keith Yazmir president. The firm works on message testing and language strategy for clients in pharmaceuticals, technology, travel and automotive, and it has added healthcare and life sciences partners.

Originally published September 2026. Updated October 17, 2026.

Who leads maslansky + partners?

Michael Maslansky is CEO. O'Dwyer's reported on September 4, 2026 that the firm named founding partner Keith Yazmir president. Yazmir has been with the firm since 2006 and advises clients across pharmaceuticals, technology, travel and automotive, and he will lead growth initiatives with a focus on integration across Omnicom Public Relations and the wider Omnicom network. Catherine Farr was promoted from senior vice president to executive vice president.

Who joined in September 2026?

Daily Research News reported that Katherine Hettrich and Amanda Kealey joined as partners. Hettrich was most recently health and wellness brand practice lead at ZS Associates, and Kealey previously led health and science teams at Hall & Partners, Brado and Shapiro+Raj. Jaime Hodges now leads research and innovation.

What does maslansky + partners do?

The firm describes its work as language strategy, finding the words that change how an audience hears a message, backed by research and message testing. It is a specialist consultancy rather than a general media relations or crisis firm. Its Omnicom ownership places it among the specialist consultancies inside Omnicom Public Relations.

How does maslansky + partners compare with other communications firms?

maslansky + partners is a specialist consultancy inside a large network. For other firms, see the PR agency profiles directory and the PR leaders directory.

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