- Coyne PR has been named a finalist for seven 2026 PRSA-NY Big Apple Awards.
- The agency earned finalist honors for campaigns on behalf of Humana, CeraVe, Pacira, Owens Corning, Pennzoil, Edible and TheraBreath.
- Winners will be announced at the 2026 PRSA-NY Big Apple Awards Gala on September 17 at Sony Hall in New York City.
Parsippany, N.J., July 29, 2026 – Coyne PR is proud to announce that it has been named a finalist for seven prestigious 2026 PRSA-NY Big Apple Awards, recognizing the agency’s creative, strategic and results-driven work across consumer, healthcare, corporate social responsibility and integrated communications.
Hosted annually by the New York Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA-NY), the Big Apple Awards celebrate outstanding public relations campaigns and communications excellence from agencies, corporations, nonprofit organizations and government entities throughout the New York metropolitan area.
“We’re honored to be recognized by PRSA-NY alongside our incredible client partners,” said John Gogarty, President of Coyne PR. “These finalist campaigns represent the breadth of talent across our agency and reflect the creativity, collaboration and strategic thinking that drive meaningful business results for our clients every day.”
Coyne PR has been named a finalist in the following 2026 PRSA-NY Big Apple Award categories:
- Best Use of Spokesperson/Influencer – Business: Humana – Humana Game Changers: The Next Chapter
- Best Use of Spokesperson/Influencer – Consumer: CeraVe – CeraVe Taps Jake Shane to Skin-terrogate Derms at AAD
- Best Use of Video in a Campaign – Broadcast: Pacira – A Patient’s Journey with Pain Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility: Owens Corning – Roof Deployment Project
- Integrated Communications – Consumer Products & Services: Pennzoil – Drivers with Drive: How Pennzoil Turned a Shared Performance Mindset into Cultural Relevance and Retail Results
- Marketing Consumer Products & Services: Edible – Sound the Alarm: How Edible Turned a TV Moment Into Cultural Buzz
- Marketing Consumer Products & Services – Packaged Goods: TheraBreath – “Breathapy”: TheraBreath & Jake Shane Turn an Awkward Conversation into Fresh Confidence
The 2026 PRSA-NY Big Apple Awards Gala will take place on Thursday, September 17, at Sony Hall in New York City, where winners will be announced. For a full list of finalists, ticket information and event details, please visit the PRSA-NY website.
ABOUT THE BIG APPLE AWARDS:
Established by the New York Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America, the Big Apple Awards recognize excellence in public relations and communications across the New York metropolitan area. For nearly four decades, the awards have honored the industry’s most innovative campaigns and the professionals behind them, celebrating outstanding work across more than 100 categories. For more information about PRSA-NY and the Big Apple Awards, visit www.prsany.org.
ABOUT COYNE PUBLIC RELATIONS:
Coyne Public Relations (Coyne PR) is a leading independent public relations agency in the United States, with offices in New York and New Jersey. Founded in 1991, the firm delivers impactful strategies and creative solutions for some of the world’s most prestigious brands. As a full-service agency, Coyne PR offers integrated capabilities spanning public relations (PR), Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), influencer and social media, and digital, marketing and content. Its team of more than 150 professionals collaborates across a global network spanning 115 cities, 49 countries and six continents through a partnership with The Worldcom Public Relations Group. Recognized with more than 1,000 industry awards, Coyne PR helps brands stay visible, credible and discoverable across a rapidly evolving media and AI-driven landscape. To learn how Coyne PR can elevate your brand’s message and connect with global audiences, visit www.coynepr.com.
Updated as of July 2026
