5W Public Relations

Independent full-service PR firm for consumer, tech and corporate brands.

4.5 (Editor review)
Founded
2003
Team size
251-500
Headquarters
New York, NY
Avg. cost
$7,500–$50,000+/mo

Overview

About

5W Public Relations is a New York-based independent agency founded in 2003 with a 250-plus team, serving brands such as e.l.f. Beauty, Nokia, Vizio and Webull. The agency covers earned media, crisis and reputation, executive visibility, content, social, influencer, performance marketing and newer AI-visibility services across consumer, technology, health and financial verticals.

5W Public Relations is a New York-based independent agency founded in 2003 with a 250-plus team, serving brands such as e.l.f. Beauty, Nokia, Vizio and Webull. The agency covers earned media, crisis and reputation, executive visibility, content, social, influencer, performance marketing and newer AI-visibility services across consumer, technology, health and financial verticals.

What they do

Services

  • Earned Media
  • Crisis & Reputation
  • Executive Visibility
  • Content Studio
  • Social
  • Influencer & Creator
  • Performance Marketing
  • AI Visibility

Specializations

Industries served

Consumer and Lifestyle Technology and AI Health and Wellness Financial and Corporate Crisis and Reputation Management Public Affairs and Cause Communications

Ideal client

Who they help

A fit for consumer, DTC, tech and financial brands that want integrated PR plus performance and social work from one shop, without hitting Edelman-level pricing. Also used for executive visibility and reputation work for founders and public-company CEOs. Less suited to very small businesses or pure media-relations-only engagements.

Good fit for

Mid-market Enterprise DTC B2B B2C

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Integrated services across PR, performance, social and AI visibility
  • Strong consumer and lifestyle credentials
  • Independent, so faster decision-making than holding-company shops
  • Handles crisis and reputation alongside brand-building
  • Active media profile, which helps for earned-first strategies

Cons

  • Founder's past has drawn public controversy, worth diligence
  • Large team means experience can vary by account
  • Pricing is mid-to-upper tier, not a boutique rate

Pricing

Pricing modelMonthly retainer
Minimum engagement$7,500
Average cost of services$7,500–$50,000+/mo
Price bracket$$$

Notable clients

e.l.f. Beauty Foxwoods Resort Casino G-SHOCK Zeta Nokia Vizio Webull

Common questions

FAQ

  • What services does 5W Public Relations offer?

    5W Public Relations offers Earned Media, Crisis & Reputation, Executive Visibility, Content Studio, Social, Influencer & Creator, and more.

  • Where is 5W Public Relations based?

    5W Public Relations is headquartered in New York, NY and works with clients remotely worldwide.

  • How much does 5W Public Relations cost?

    5W Public Relations operates on a monthly retainer model, a minimum engagement of $7,500, typical costs of $7,500–$50,000+/mo.

  • Who is 5W Public Relations best for?

    A fit for consumer, DTC, tech and financial brands that want integrated PR plus performance and social work from one shop, without hitting Edelman-level pricing. Also used for executive visibility and reputation work for founders and public-company CEOs. Less suited to very small businesses or pure media-relations-only engagements.

  • What industries does 5W Public Relations serve?

    5W Public Relations serves clients in Consumer and Lifestyle, Technology and AI, Health and Wellness, Financial and Corporate, Crisis and Reputation Management, Public Affairs and Cause Communications.

  • How big is 5W Public Relations and when was it founded?

    5W Public Relations was founded in 2003 and has a team of 251-500 people.

  • How do I contact 5W Public Relations?

    You can visit www.5wpr.com, or email info@5wpr.com, or call 212.999.5585.

Editor’s take

A credible full-service PR option when you want consumer firepower plus performance under one roof. Do your own homework on culture fit before signing.