• Coyne PR named a finalist for Large Agency of the Year as the firm celebrates its 35th anniversary
  • Agency earns eight finalist nominations alongside seven leading client partners
  • Nominated work spans influencer, integrated communications, community relations, consumer products, retail and travel

Parsippany, N.J., August 25, 2026 – Coyne Public Relations (Coyne PR) is proud to announce that the agency has been named a finalist in eight categories at the 2026 PRNEWS Platinum PR Awards, including the prestigious Agency of the Year: Large category. The recognition celebrates Coyne PR’s continued agency growth and impact alongside standout work with client partners Church & Dwight/TheraBreath, Edible, Reworld, StarKist, Eggland’s Best, Owens Corning and Hilton.

For nearly three decades, the PRNEWS Platinum PR Awards have recognized the most impactful work in public relations, honoring the campaigns, agencies and teams setting the standard for modern influence, reputation and results. Coyne PR’s eight finalist nominations span influencer marketing, community relations, integrated communications, regional programming and campaigns across the consumer products, retail and travel sectors.

Coyne PR is a finalist in the following 2026 PRNEWS Platinum PR Awards categories:

  • Agency of the Year: Large: Coyne PR – Coyne PR at 35: Independence, Impact and the Future of PR
  • Global PR Campaign: Hilton – Hilton’s 2026 Trends Report: The Rise of the Whycation
  • Influencer: Church & Dwight / TheraBreath – “Breathapy”: TheraBreath & Jake Shane Turn an Awkward Conversation into Fresh Confidence
  • Shoestring Budget: Edible – Sound the Alarm: How Edible Turned a TV Moment Into Cultural Buzz
  • Regional/Local Campaign: Reworld – Recycling Access Reimagined: Reworld™ and Goodwill Keystone Expand E-Waste Recycling Across Pennsylvania
  • Campaign of the Year: Consumer Products and Retail: StarKist – StarKist’s Fuel for the Modern Hustle Campaign
  • Integrated Communications, Marketing & PR: Eggland’s Best – EB Champion with Swimming Champion Katie Ledecky
  • Community Relations: Owens Corning – Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project: Bringing Communities Together to Support Veterans

“Being recognized as a finalist for Large Agency of the Year as we celebrate Coyne PR’s 35th anniversary is incredibly meaningful, and to share this recognition with seven outstanding client partners makes it even more special,” said John Gogarty, President of Coyne PR. “These nominations reflect the creativity, collaboration and commitment to results that our teams and clients bring to the table every day. We are grateful to PRNEWS for recognizing work that spans so many different clients, categories and disciplines.”

The eight finalist nominations reflect the breadth of Coyne PR’s integrated capabilities and the strength of its client partnerships. From transforming timely cultural moments into brand-building opportunities and creating influencer programs that spark conversation to strengthening communities and developing integrated campaigns that connect brands with consumers, the nominated work demonstrates Coyne PR’s commitment to pairing bold ideas with strategic execution and measurable impact.

Winners will be announced at the PRNEWS Platinum Awards Gala on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers in New York City.

For more information about the 2026 PRNEWS Platinum PR Awards and the complete list of finalists, please visit the PRNEWS website.

ABOUT THE PRNEWS PLATINUM PR AWARDS:
For over two decades, the Platinum PR Awards have been hailed as the most coveted and competitive award in the communications space. The winners of this world-renowned recognition program represent the best of the best – those who have reached the pinnacle of innovation and industry knowledge. The individuals, teams, and campaigns honored as preeminent forces in PR not only earn the sought-after Platinum Awards trophy but also a place in public relations history. To win, you have to be bold, have an X-factor, and achieve groundbreaking results.

ABOUT COYNE PUBLIC RELATIONS:
Founded in 1991, Coyne PR is a leading independent public relations firm in the United States, thriving in the global communications landscape. Our firm is committed to excellence and innovation and delivers impactful strategies and creative solutions for some of the world’s most prestigious brands. Our team of more than 160 professionals, based in vibrant New York and New Jersey offices, collaborates across a network spanning 115 cities, 49 countries, and six continents, thanks to our partnership with The Worldcom Public Relations Group. At Coyne PR, we pride ourselves on navigating the complexities of a rapidly evolving media environment, ensuring our clients achieve their communication goals with precision and flair. Our work, recognized with more than 1,000 industry awards, reflects our dedication to creativity, strategic planning, and exceptional service. To discover how Coyne PR can elevate your brand’s message and connect with global audiences, visit www.coynepr.com.

Updated as of September 2026