Choose a Wisconsin public relations firm with experience in your industry Select Wisconsin PR firms who have a working knowledge of your industry. Ask to see a list of past and present clients. Request a list of the agency's local, regional and national media contacts relevant to your industry.

I recommend:  Blue Horse, Inc. is a full-service public relations agency that offers an online client list. One of the area's leading public relations agencies, WI-based Laughlin/Constable provides a listing of clients, which includes several nationally recognized brands. The Ritterbusch Group specializes in public relations services for trade associations, financial services, consumer products, home and garden, recreation and manufacturing industries.

Hire Wisconsin PR companies with proven skills and capabilities Review capabilities of Wisconsin PR agencies, and compare the skills offered by the public relations agencies with those desired by your business. Ask to see writing samples and press clippings. Find out if the Wisconsin PR firms offer capabilities like market research, event planning, in-house design capabilities and crisis management services.

I recommend:  With an office in Milwaukee, WI, Cramer-Krasselt offers public relations, interactive marketing, global marketing, direct marketing, database marketing, media and design services. Stephan & Brady, Inc. provides an innovative online portfolio showcasing advertising, outdoor promotions, collateral materials, identity campaigns, broadcast media and online marketing. ZJS is a PR and governmental affairs firm based in Milwaukee that focuses on lobbying, business-to-business communications, issues management, crisis communications, spokesperson training and special event planning.

Select public relations firms in Wisconsin that offer competitive pricing Most public relations firms in Wisconsin operate through three different billing options. There is a monthly service fee based on hours spent on your account, a project fee for a one-time special project or event, or a retainer fee for consulting services used on an as-needed basis. In general, the price depends on the scope of the project and the number of people assigned to your account.

I recommend:  Staples Marketing, LLC. is a Pewaukee-based communications agency committed to achieving high return on investment and strategic results for its clients. Request a quote for integrated public relations services from Avicom Marketing Communications.