NATIONAL STRATEGIC

Communications & Public Relations FIRM

OUR WORK

Reputation Partners is a national leader in corporate and business communications and public relations. Over the past 20 years, the agency has helped corporations, brands and other organizations build and protect their reputations via integrated and strategic communications.

Our team is made up of first-rate media, content and digital counselors and communications professionals who create and execute proactive internal and external communications programs.

Reputation Partners also helps clients navigate opportunities, challenges and risks in an ever-changing world. From cyber breaches to labor negotiations and so much more, our team advises, guides and supports companies during challenging and changing times.

For full-service communications and public relations services that drive measurable results, look to Reputation Partners.

IT'S WHAT WE DO

OUR CAPABILITIES

Since our inception we have serviced and protected over 700 brands with smart strategies and an unrelenting focus on service and results.

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OUR CLIENTS

Reputation Partners is proud to have worked with more than 700 clients since our inception, including leading corporations, health systems, trade associations, universities and not-for-profits.

Academy of Management
ACE HARDWARE
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GROUPE LACTALIS
Goddard School
OWENS CORNING
SIMON
Sparrow Health
University Chicago Medicine
The YMCA
Choose Mental Health
University Wisconsin - Madison
Seko
Associated Bank

Here’s what our clients have to say

“Over the past several years, Reputation Partners has been a steady, trusted partner to our team. Their responsiveness is exceptional, their expertise is evident, and their ability to adapt in real time sets them apart.

What makes them especially effective is their willingness to truly understand the organizations they serve. As a unique organization with a complex mission, we valued how quickly they grasped our space and tailored their approach to meet our needs. Their guidance has been thoughtful, strategic, and consistently reliable.”
Shane CartmillNational Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
“I have been consistently pleased with the level of service from Reputation Partners. I went through media training with RP which has prepared me so well for handling not only tough and sensitive questions, but to be a better representative of my organization.”
Swathi Staley YMCA of Metro Chicago
“Very thoughtful and insightful group that was not bound by their first impression on how to handle the issue. [They] were willing to listen and adapt as more information was communicated.”
Mark Poliak The Hillman Company
"The Reputation Partners team is strategic, responsive, and consistent. They are an excellent partner to our firm."
Kelsey OverbySecond Horizon Capital
"I would recommend Reputation Partners for any organization who is prepared and willing to drive change and who is not afraid to be driven outside their comfort zone. Reputation Partners is truly your partner in every sense of the word."
Cindy LaFountainSparrow Health System
"Reputation Partners has become an essential part of our communication mix. Their capability, professionalism and rapid response has enabled our organization to maintain a steady flow of consistently targeted content across various forms of media. They are an absolute pleasure to work with!"
Elizabeth SanchezSEKO Logistics
Reputation Partners is a partner in all senses of the word. They are an extension of my team and help us achieve strong, metric-driven results. I am pleased with the high-quality earned and paid thought leadership opportunities that have helped us achieve while continually working with us to mitigate reputational risk for our organization.
Mary Beth McCloyGoddard Schools, LLC
“This looks awesome! We have received very positive feedback on the Corporate Responsibility Report from an important external stakeholder, and equally favorable feedback from the Board, CEO, Exec Leaders and employees!”
Ted WagnerLabcorp
“It is a privilege to collaborate with RP and call them my team. They help prioritize numerous projects and meet tight timelines. RP presents unique PR opportunities specific to each project that I would otherwise not find. It has been a pleasure working with them (for 15+ years!?) and celebrating our wins together.”
Jennifer Kaminski, Vice President, Public Relations Senior ManagerAssociated Bank
"Reputation Partners has been excellent to work with and offer sound guidance and experience when helping our team think differently about how best to address our business needs and challenges. They are able to think beyond the current issue, to develop solutions that are future focused and sustainable. I highly recommend their services and thought partnership."
Stacy LitchfieldWestRock
"The Reputation Partners team is incredibly responsive, and they do a terrific job of keep their clients informed. They quickly learn their clients' business so that they can effectively provide counsel on best practices to maximize relevant stakeholder reach and engagement."
Michele MazurLabcorp
“RP professionals are subject matter experts that we truly appreciate. It was a great experience working with a team of true professionals that made a contribution to our negotiations in a very difficult time.”
Mike Reinerth, CHROSparrow Health System
“No matter the time of day or issue at hand, the Reputation Partners team always makes themselves available to share advice and develop an effective action plan. Whether we need an immediate media response or seek a long-term public relations strategy, the team quickly grasps the issues, is professional and thoughtful, and outlines a clear path forward in a short time.”
Amy Masters, Director of Government & External AffairsBOMA/Chicago
“Wonderfully professional and expertise is evident, appreciate the candor. It made all the difference.”
Colette Irwin-KnottValparaiso University
“Very professional and comprehensive in terms of strategies to reach objectives.”
Leslie Orozco, Communications ManagerO-I Glass
“Easy to do business with. Responsive to requests and knows when to push.”
Jim Nordmeyer, VP Global SustainabilityO-I Glass
“The RP team was very responsive, added meaningful thoughts and counsel to our conversation and immediately understood what our challenge was. RP delivered on time, on strategy and on budget. Thank you!”
Heidi GrunkemeyerCreighton University
“I've truly enjoyed working with Reputation Partners. They've been, by far, the best agency I've had the pleasure of working alongside.”
Brian AndersonWabash Valley Power Alliance
"We worked with Reputation Partners (RP) during an organizational crisis. I was consistently impressed with what RP accomplished, with creativity, speed and quality."
Gloria KennyMontefiore

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LATEST WORK

AOM Social

Academy of Management

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Labcorp Case Study

Labcorp CSR Report

ESG Communications Case Study
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National Council of State Boards of Nursing

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LATEST INSIGHTS

Our team takes a moment to reflect on company and industry news, milestones and other valuable insights.

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What We’re Reading – May 2026

What We’re Reading is a monthly roundup of current news, commentary, challenges, and trends that impact our industry and clients.

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The 2026 PRWeek Crisis Comms Conference captured where crisis communications sits right now: in the middle of an always-on, fast-moving information cycle. Narratives form in real time, often before the facts are complete, and frequently in places organizations don’t control.

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What We're Reading - April

What We’re Reading – April 2026

From United shifting to more upfront delay messaging and Nike’s backlash in Boston, to Coachella’s livestream-driven “parallel events” and the Unwell founder drama putting internal leadership on display, we explore how reputation is shaped in real time and the quieter trust builders that sustain it.

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