What are the Top Crisis Communications Firms in the United States 2026-2027?
Firms that prepare for and manage reputational crises, including holding statements and spokesperson training. Compare verified providers in the United States, see typical 2026-2027 pricing and use our checklist to pick the right partner.
Companies based in the United States only: established public relations firms based in the United States selected by the iCreativez research team. International providers are shown separately below and are not counted as local.
Companies based in the United States
- 1
Edelman
Chicago, United States
Why listed: established firm with an office in the United States, selected by the iCreativez research team for its scale and track record.
- 2
Weber Shandwick
New York, United States
Why listed: established firm with an office in the United States, selected by the iCreativez research team for its scale and track record.
- 3
FleishmanHillard
St. Louis, United States
Why listed: established firm with an office in the United States, selected by the iCreativez research team for its scale and track record.
- 4
Ketchum
New York, United States
Why listed: established firm with an office in the United States, selected by the iCreativez research team for its scale and track record.
- 5
Burson
New York, United States
Why listed: established firm with an office in the United States, selected by the iCreativez research team for its scale and track record.
International firms to consider for the United States
Headquartered outside the United States or working remotely, so not counted in the local list above. Some work with clients in the United States through regional offices, partners or remote teams; check coverage before you shortlist.
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Brunswick Group
Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Why listed: Established Public Relations firm operating internationally.
About Crisis Communications providers
Firms that prepare for and manage reputational crises, including holding statements and spokesperson training.
PR firms build reputation through media relations, thought leadership, crisis support and stakeholder communications. Results depend on genuine journalist relationships and on stories that are actually newsworthy.
In the United States, Crisis Communications Firms are concentrated around New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Austin, Chicago and Miami. Local rates sit at the upper end of the global ranges, so many buyers in the United States pair a local lead with nearshore or offshore delivery to manage cost.
How to choose the best Crisis Communications Firms in 2026-2027
- Ask for a sample crisis plan and their response time commitments.
- Ask which journalists and outlets they have worked with recently.
- Agree on targets for coverage quality, not just quantity.
- Check crisis experience before you need it.
What does it cost?
PR retainers typically run $3,000-$15,000 per month for SMEs and $15,000-$50,000+ for larger or multi-market programmes; project work is often priced per campaign.
Before you sign
Ask for a written proposal with scope, milestones, team members and exit terms, and speak to at least one current client of each shortlisted provider.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top Crisis Communications Firms in 2026-2027?
Our 2026-2027 shortlist of Crisis Communications Firms includes verified providers such as Red Banyan, BIG FISH PR, Runway Influence, Edelman, Weber Shandwick. Use the country selector to see only firms based in your country.
What do Crisis Communications Firms do?
Firms that prepare for and manage reputational crises, including holding statements and spokesperson training. PR firms build reputation through media relations, thought leadership, crisis support and stakeholder communications.
How much do Crisis Communications services cost in 2026-2027?
PR retainers typically run $3,000-$15,000 per month for SMEs and $15,000-$50,000+ for larger or multi-market programmes; project work is often priced per campaign. Prices vary by scope, seniority and location, so ask at least three providers for written proposals.
How do I choose the right Crisis Communications Firm?
Ask for a sample crisis plan and their response time commitments. Ask which journalists and outlets they have worked with recently. Agree on targets for coverage quality, not just quantity.
How were these Crisis Communications Firms selected?
The worldwide view lists Clutch-verified specialists (registered businesses independently verified on Clutch with working websites, ordered by verified client reviews as of November 2026) and established industry leaders. When you choose a country, the main list shows only companies based in that country or with an office there: Clutch-verified firms with a local office, plus established local firms selected by the iCreativez research team. International firms are shown in a separate, labelled section. Inclusion is free and not paid for.
How this list is compiled
Worldwide view: Clutch-verified specialists (registered businesses independently verified on Clutch with a working website, ordered by their number of verified client reviews) followed by established industry leaders. Country view: the main list is strictly local. It shows only Clutch-verified firms with an office in the selected country and established firms based in that country that the iCreativez research team selected for their scale and track record. Large international firms and remote teams that serve the country appear in a separate, labelled section and are never counted as local. Where we have not yet verified enough local firms, the page says so instead of padding the list. Minimum project size, hourly rates and team size are as published by each company in November 2026. Inclusion is free and not paid for. Providers can request a review via our contact page.