Berk Communications

BERK COMMUNICATIONS UNVEILS INAUGURAL PRO BONO PROGRAM

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, award-winning public relations agency, Berk Communications is unveiling its inaugural Pro Bono program. The 2024 Pro Bono program will emphasize public relations services for emerging companies and entrepreneurs, including those from under-represented groups as well as those giving back and positively contributing to the communities they serve.

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  • CELEBRATING 25 YEARS SINCE ITS FOUNDING, BERK'S PRO BONO PROGRAM WILL SPOTLIGHT EMERGING COMPANIES WHO ARE MAKING AN IMPACT
    NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, award-winning public relations agency, Berk Communications is unveiling its inaugural Pro Bono program.
  • "Our team has been providing pro bono services since Berk's inception over two decades ago, an investment we've been proud to continuously make," says Berk Founder and President, Ron Berkowitz.
  • Berk's 2024 Pro Bono program will be led by the company's Vice President of Consumer Lifestyle & Sports, Laura Kepus and Senior Account Director of Entertainment & Social Justice, Arianne Antonio.
  • The launch of Berk's Pro Bono program coincides with the company's 25th anniversary.

ICONIC RESTAURANT RAO'S SELECTS BERK COMMUNICATIONS TO LAUNCH NEW MIAMI LOCATION

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

Berk will be primarily responsible for handling the brand's expansion into the Miami market.

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  • Berk will be primarily responsible for handling the brand's expansion into the Miami market.
  • "Berk Communications is committed to telling our story, and we're excited to have them join our team."
  • The restaurant currently has a location in Los Angeles and will expand into the Miami market in the back half of 2023.
  • "Rao's is a one-of-a-kind restaurant offering delicious food, meaningful history, passion and outstanding ambiance," said Ron Berkowitz, Founder & CEO of Berk Communications.

Next PR Earns Third Consecutive PRNEWS Agency Elite Top 100 Honors

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Next PR, an award-winning, integrated public relations firm, today announced it has been named to the PRNEWS Agency Elite Top 100 list for the third straight year, recognizing the firm's continued innovation to help clients tackle what's next, even in the face of constant change. The recognition comes as the agency gears up to celebrate its 45th anniversary with enhanced services aimed at empowering clients to navigate economic uncertainty.

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  • In addition to the firm being listed on the 2023 Agency Elite Top 100, two Next PR team members recently earned top individual honors for their outstanding strategy, leadership and client results.
  • Senior Lead Pam Anderson was recognized by PRNEWS' Top Women in PR Awards as a Rising Star, and Senior Lead Gabrielle DePietro earned Ragan and PR Daily's Communicators of the Year honors in the PR Team Lead category.
  • 98% of Next PR team members said the firm is a great place to work, outperforming the average U.S. company by over 40%.
  • Next PR is agile, fresh and hyper-focused on helping clients achieve their next big PR goals.

THREE-TIME MLB ALL-STAR AND NEW YORK YANKEES STANDOUT AARON JUDGE SIGNS WITH BERK COMMUNICATIONS

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Berk Communications , an award-winning, independent public relations firm, announced today that it has signed New York Yankees three-time All-Star and two-time Silver Slugger Aaron Judge to its roster of athletes and personalities.

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  • NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Berk Communications , an award-winning, independent public relations firm, announced today that it has signed New York Yankees three-time All-Star and two-time Silver Slugger Aaron Judge to its roster of athletes and personalities.
  • "Aaron Judge is the face of Major League Baseball and a true leader on and off the field for the New York Yankees," said Ron Berkowitz, Founder & CEO of Berk Communications.
  • "I'm thrilled to welcome Aaron to Berk and look forward to working with his team at PSI Sports to amplify his brand on and off the field."
  • Aaron Judge is a veteran right fielder for the New York Yankees, originally selected by the team in the 2013 MLB Draft.

Former NFL General Manager and ESPN NFL Front Office Insider Mike Tannenbaum Signs with Berk Communications

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Monday, March 8, 2021

"Mike Tannenbaum is one of the most distinguished executives in sports," said Ron Berkowitz, Founder and CEO of Berk Communications.

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  • "Mike Tannenbaum is one of the most distinguished executives in sports," said Ron Berkowitz, Founder and CEO of Berk Communications.
  • His tenure as general manager of the Jets marked the most successful seven-year period in franchise history.
  • Most recently, Tannenbaum joined ESPN as an NFL Front Office Insider and makes regular appearances on a variety of ESPN platforms, including SportsCenter, First Take, Get Up as well as radio and digital.
  • "The Berk Communications team's knowledge of the sports and business landscape is exceptional," Tannenbaum said.

Berk Communications Named PRWeek US Award Finalist For Small Agency Of The Year

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020

NEW YORK, Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Berk Communications , an award-winning, independent public relations firm, has been named a Small Agency of the Year finalist for the 2021 PRWeek US Awards.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Berk Communications , an award-winning, independent public relations firm, has been named a Small Agency of the Year finalist for the 2021 PRWeek US Awards.
  • The finalists for PRWeek US Awards represent the communications industry's best of the best across corporate, agency, nonprofit, and education teams, and the work each produced over the last year.
  • "PRWeek has long set the communications industry standard for PR recognition and to be recognized for our firm's growth and ultimately our impact is truly an honor."
  • Earlier this year, Berk Communications was named one of America's Best PR Agencies of 2021 by Forbes and named to the inaugural Agency Elite Top 100 of 2020 by PRNEWS.

Weedmaps Selects Berk Communications As U.S. Agency Of Record

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Friday, November 13, 2020

NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Berk Communications , an award-winning, independent public relations firm, announced today that Weedmaps , the largest technology company in the legal cannabis economy, has retained the firm as its U.S. agency of record.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Berk Communications , an award-winning, independent public relations firm, announced today that Weedmaps , the largest technology company in the legal cannabis economy, has retained the firm as its U.S. agency of record.
  • We're fortunate to have Berk Communications as our strategic communications partner during this revolutionary time in the cannabis industry."
  • Through this partnership, Weedmaps will be leveraging Berk to increase the company's brand awareness among U.S. media across consumer, business, lifestyle, technology, and cannabis verticals.
  • "The Berk team couldn't be more ecstatic to work with Weedmaps and its in-house communications team," said Ryan Mucatel, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Berk Communications.

Elegance Brands, a Global Beverage Company With a Focus on Innovaton, Names Berk Communications as U.S. Agency of Record

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Friday, October 9, 2020

NEW YORK, Oct. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Berk Communications , an award-winning, independent public relations firm, announced today that Elegance Brands , a global beverage company with a focus on innovation, has retained the firm as its U.S. agency of record.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Berk Communications , an award-winning, independent public relations firm, announced today that Elegance Brands , a global beverage company with a focus on innovation, has retained the firm as its U.S. agency of record.
  • Elegance Brands is led by a team of experienced beverage industry veterans who are committed to transforming the space with their unique portfolio of products.
  • Elegance's pledge for excellence within the premium beverage space sets it far apart from competitors in the same segment of the market.
  • "Elegance Brands' scientific approach to beverage innovation has led to the development of some truly unique products," said Marisa Carstens, Senior Vice President at Berk Communications.

Patreon, A Leading Creator-Founded Membership Platform For Artists And Their Most Passionate Fans, Names Berk Communications As U.S. Agency Of Record

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Friday, July 24, 2020

Patreon powers membership businesses for artists by giving them the tools they need to acquire, connect, and energize paying members of their community.

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  • Patreon powers membership businesses for artists by giving them the tools they need to acquire, connect, and energize paying members of their community.
  • "It was clear from the beginning that the Berk Communications team shared our passion and would tell our story in the right way."
  • "Patreon's platform and its ability to connect content creators with their fans is incredibly important in today's environment," said Marisa Carstens, Senior Vice President at Berk Communications.
  • To learn more visit www.berkcommunications.com or follow us on Twitter ( @BerkComm ), Instagram ( @BerkComm ), Facebook ( @BerkComm ), or LinkedIn .

Berk Communications Named Top 5 PR Firm In The U.S. In Sports, Top 10 In Entertainment, And Top 30 In Beauty, Fashion & Lifestyle, Travel & Economic Development, And Food & Beverage

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Thursday, June 25, 2020

Berk Communications was also recognized as a Top 10 PR Firm in the U.S. in Entertainment (No.

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  • Berk Communications was also recognized as a Top 10 PR Firm in the U.S. in Entertainment (No.
  • "O'Dwyer's has been a public relations and marketing communications news leader for over 50 years," said Ron Berkowitz, Founder and CEO of Berk Communications.
  • Berk Communications is an award-winning, independent public relations firm with a globally recognized reputation management division and expertise across a variety of consumer verticals including sports, technology, travel, and food & beverage.
  • To learn more visit www.berkcommunications.com or follow us on Twitter ( @BerkComm ), Instagram ( @BerkComm ), Facebook ( @BerkComm ), or LinkedIn .