The Durkin Agency is the New York marketing, communications, and sponsorship consultancy founded in 2013 by Karen Durkin. Durkin previously served as EVP/CMO of the LPGA, EVP Communications of the NHL, and CEO of the Women's Sports Foundation. Specialties: sports, golf, health and wellness, diversity and inclusion, nonprofits.
Marquet Media is a boutique PR and branding agency founded 2009 by Kristin Marquet, NYC-based. 300+ brands across fashion, beauty, lifestyle, wellness, and hospitality. Updated June 2026.
Alison Brod Marketing + Communications (ABMC) is a New York independent marketing, PR, influencer, and brand-building agency founded 1995 by Alison Brod. 51-200 employees at 440 Park Avenue South. Specialty: beauty, fashion, lifestyle, celebrity, restaurants, spirits. Anchor clients L'Oreal (10 brands), Kraft Heinz (13 brands), Inspire Brands (5 brands). Dedicated Latin, influencer, and celebrity divisions.
CooperKatz & Company is a New York-based integrated PR firm founded 1996 by Ralph Katz and Andy Cooper (both ex-Burson-Marsteller). Acquired by G&S Business Communications in August 2018. Co-founder Andy Cooper passed away October 2014. CEO Anne Green is a 2026 PRWeek Women of Distinction Honoree. Ralph Katz serves as EVP of G&S post-acquisition.
Derris: NYC + London brand consultancy founded 2013 by Jesse Derris. Acquired by BerlinRosen Aug 2022. Lisa Frank named CEO March 2024. Parent rebranded as Orchestra. Clients: Warby Parker, Glossier, Harry's, Everlane, Allbirds. Updated June 2026.