Peppercomm, a Ruder Finn Group company

11/02/2026

A crisis communications plan can’t sit untouched on a shared drive. Higher education leaders need to know who makes decisions, how issues are escalated and what stakeholders need to hear, before a crisis puts those questions to the test.

In her latest thought leadership piece, Peppercomm Co-President Jacqueline Kolek shares how colleges and universities can prepare for reputational challenges, communicate while facts are still developing and build trust long before the headlines hit.

Read more: https://www.peppercomm.com/building-a-crisis-ready-higher-ed-framework-before-the-headlines-hit/

Written by: Jacqueline Kolek, Co-President & Managing Director Higher education is already operating in an incredibly challenging environment. Colleges and universities are facing political scrutiny, questions about affordability and value, enrollment pressures, funding uncertainty and growing skept...

10/30/2026

Happy National Publicist Day! 📣

Today we celebrate the people who turn chaos into coverage and deadlines into headlines.

Put your PR instincts to the test with our Publicist Bingo card. How many squares can you check off? 🎯

10/26/2026

Peppercomm SVP Danielle Montana knew how to navigate the unexpected at work. Then her twin boys arrived ten weeks early.

The NICU changed her perspective in ways she didn’t anticipate. When she returned to work, she began to see those experiences differently, too.

In her latest article, Danielle reflects on what her twins have taught her about leadership.

Read her story: https://shorturl.at/qnwLd

Written by: Danielle Montana, Senior Vice President People often say that becoming a parent changes your perspective on all parts of life. Becoming a parent to premature twins? That rewrites it entirely.

10/19/2026

Food can bring people together, evoke memories and express cultural identity. That’s why brands need to understand the meaning behind what they’re serving.

In her latest thought leadership piece, Peppercomm SAE Whitney Welbaum explores what communicators can learn from campaigns that missed the mark, and shares practical ways to bring cultural awareness into food-centered marketing from the start.

Check it out here: https://www.peppercomm.com/serving-culture-with-food-why-multicultural-awareness-is-the-secret-pr-ingredient/

Written by: Whitney Welbaum, Senior Account Executive Culinary experiences are a powerful expression of culture and human connection. Everyone needs to eat, so it’s common for brands to use this shared experience to connect directly with their target audiences and tap into viral trends. However, i...

10/14/2026

Old T-shirts, new tricks! 🐾

Our Peppercomm team got together to turn well-loved tees into sturdy tug toys for the dogs at Anti-Cruelty. A little cutting, a lot of braiding and plenty of team spirit later, those shirts were ready for a second life full of playtime.

Thanks to everyone who joined in and helped make the day a tail-wagging success! 💛

09/30/2026

Yay! Peppercomm has been named one of Ragan Communications' PR Daily Top Agencies for 2026! 🏆

We’re incredibly proud of our team and grateful to our clients and partners who challenge us to keep raising the bar. Cheers to another year of doing work we’re proud of! https://shorturl.at/LDYXN

09/24/2026

Congratulations to all of the Ruder Finn, Inc. Summer 2026 ET Program graduates! We want to give a special shoutout to Ella, Louisa + Zach (not pictured) who worked across Peppercomm accounts these past few months. We are so grateful for all of your hard work & dedication. 📝💻👏

09/21/2026

What can communicators learn from Dolly Parton’s legacy?

In his latest thought leadership piece, Peppercomm Vice President Paolo Ramos reflects on Dolly’s kindness, philanthropy and steadfast allyship with the LGBTQ+ community, and what her example can teach us about authentic communications.

The strongest reputations are not built through carefully crafted messages alone. They are built through consistent actions, genuine values and a willingness to show up for others.

Read Paolo’s perspective: https://shorturl.at/QxdUD

09/17/2026

Yesterday, our newest team members and guests from Ruder Finn, Inc. took the stage at West Side Comedy Club in NYC for a one-of-a-kind comedy training session. Together, they explored how humor connects to PR, from reading the room and finding the right timing to sharing authentic stories and building rapport.

The result? More confidence, stronger communication skills and some seriously good stories. 🎤🤣

09/16/2026

🌟 Executive Trainee Spotlight 🌟 Meet one of our Summer 2026 ETs, Louisa Gennari! ⏩