Zeno Group

Mid-tier global integrated communications agency competing with large independents and holding company networks, differentiated by purpose-driven strategy and data analytics

Zeno Group is a global, integrated communications agency founded in 2012 as a spin-off from Edelman, one of the world's largest PR firms. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Zeno operates across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, offering a blend of public relations, digital marketing, social media, content creation, and creative services. The agency is known for its 'fearless pursuit of the unexpected' positioning and its data-driven approach to brand communications. Zeno Group serves a wide range of Fortune 500 and enterprise-level clients across sectors including healthcare, technology, consumer goods, and financial services. The agency differentiates itself through its proprietary research and analytics capabilities, including its 'Strength of Purpose' study, which examines how brand purpose drives consumer behavior. Zeno's integrated model allows it to compete with both traditional PR agencies and full-service digital agencies. As a subsidiary of Daniel J. Edelman Holdings, Zeno Group benefits from the resources and global network of its parent while maintaining a distinct brand identity and entrepreneurial culture. The agency has grown significantly since its founding, expanding its headcount and geographic footprint, and has won numerous industry awards for its creative campaigns and workplace culture. In the broader AdTech and MarTech ecosystem, Zeno sits at the intersection of earned media, paid media strategy, and digital communications.