Public Communications Inc.

Public Communications Inc.
IndustryMarketing, Public Relations, Communications
Founded1962
Key people
Jill Allread (CEO)
Craig Pugh (President)
Websitepcipr.com

Public Communications Inc. (PCI) is a Chicago, Illinois-based communications agency specializing in crisis and issues management counsel, digital and social marketing services, and integrated communications for healthcare, conservation/environment, education, culture and destination marketing, civic and park district, and nonprofit organizations. Other services include senior counsel for brand and reputation management, executive/board strategic planning, media and presentation coaching; fundraising campaign communications; product launch and lifecycle promotions; awareness campaigns and events; websites, online platforms and collateral. PCI is a founding partner of Worldcom PR Group.

History

Founded in 1962, PCI is consistently ranked by fee income among the largest independent (non-advertising agency owned) firms in the United States and Chicago.[1] The agency is also among the largest certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) public relations agencies in the United States.

In 2014, Jill Allread was named as CEO.[2] Craig Pugh was named President in June 2015.[3]

References

  1. ^ "Top PR Firms | Public Relations Agencies Ranked by O'Dwyer's". www.odwyerpr.com. Retrieved 2024-02-29.
  2. ^ Lazare, Lewis (10 October 2014). "Public Communications taps Jill Allread as new CEO". Chicago Business Journal. Retrieved 2024-02-29.
  3. ^ "Public Communications Inc. Names Craig Pugh Agency President". Chicago Tribune. 2015-06-18. Retrieved 2024-02-29.