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Weber Shandwick

Weber Shandwick

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Weber Shandwick combines global scale with local expertise, delivering data-informed, creatively driven communications strategies that build reputation, drive engagement, and produce measurable business results for the world's leading brands.

Last updated Jun 25, 2026 by ATDb automated enrichment

Founded
2001
HQ
New York, New York, United States
Parent
Omnicom Group
Connections
17

At a glance

Employees
5001-10000
Revenue
$1B+
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About

One of the largest and most awarded global PR and communications agencies, consistently ranked among the top firms worldwide by revenue and industry recognition.

Weber Shandwick is a top-tier global public relations and communications agency with a presence spanning more than 80 countries. Formed in 2001 through the merger of The Weber Group and Shandwick International, the firm has grown into one of the most recognized and awarded PR networks in the world, consistently ranking among the industry's elite. The agency offers a broad spectrum of services including corporate communications, brand strategy, public affairs, crisis management, digital and social media, content creation, and employee engagement. Weber Shandwick operates as a major force within the integrated communications and earned media landscape, serving Fortune 500 companies, global brands, and government entities. Its work spans industries including healthcare, technology, consumer goods, financial services, and public affairs. The agency is known for its data-driven approach, blending traditional PR expertise with analytics, creative storytelling, and digital capabilities to deliver measurable outcomes for clients. Following the announced merger of Omnicom and Interpublic Group (IPG), Weber Shandwick continues to operate as a distinct, active entity with its existing leadership structure intact. The agency remains one of the flagship communications brands within the broader network, maintaining its identity and client relationships through the industry consolidation. Its global scale, deep sector expertise, and consistent recognition at major industry awards make it a defining player in the modern communications and PR ecosystem.

Business model

Agency

Target market

Enterprise

What they offer

  • Corporate Communications

    Strategic counsel and execution for corporate reputation, executive positioning, and stakeholder engagement.

  • Brand & Consumer Marketing

    Integrated PR and earned media campaigns for consumer-facing brands across categories.

  • Crisis & Issues Management

    Rapid-response and long-term reputation protection services for organizations facing reputational threats.

  • Public Affairs

    Government relations, policy communications, and advocacy strategy for corporations and institutions.

  • Digital & Social Media

    Social strategy, content creation, influencer marketing, and digital campaign management.

  • Healthcare Communications

    Specialized communications for pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare organizations.

  • Employee Engagement & Change Management

    Internal communications strategies to align employees during transformation and drive culture.

  • Data & Analytics

    Audience insights, media analytics, and measurement frameworks to inform and evaluate communications programs.

Key features

Global network spanning 80+ countriesIntegrated earned, owned, and paid media capabilitiesDeep sector specialization across healthcare, tech, consumer, and public affairsData-driven insights and analytics practiceAward-winning creative and content studio capabilitiesCrisis communications and reputation management expertiseInfluencer marketing and social media strategyStrong C-suite advisory and executive communications practice

Use cases

Global product launches requiring coordinated multi-market PR campaignsCorporate reputation management and CEO positioningCrisis communications and rapid response for reputational threatsPublic affairs and government relations campaignsHealthcare product and disease awareness communicationsEmployee communications during mergers, acquisitions, or organizational changeSocial media and influencer-driven brand campaignsESG and sustainability communications

Customer segments

Fortune 500 corporationsGlobal consumer brandsPharmaceutical and healthcare companiesTechnology companiesFinancial services firmsGovernment and public sector organizationsNon-profit and advocacy organizations

Tech & specs

Technology stack

Proprietary data and analytics platformsSocial listening and monitoring toolsMedia intelligence platformsContent management systemsInfluencer identification and management tools

Security & compliance

GDPR

Deployment

Agency-managed services

API

No

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