About Us
Combining wit and wisdom to deliver impact
Overview
Founded 30 years ago, Peppercomm is an award-winning integrated communications and marketing firm. A mid-sized firm with a senior-led approach, we have deep expertise across the consumer/lifestyle, industrial/B2B and financial/professional services sectors.
We have made a science of communication, combining wit + wisdom with proven public relations disciplines and innovative offerings to break through, build deeper connections and ensure client success.
Our model starts with brand and industry analysis, development of narrative and voice, and connection to the culture, media and influencers who matter. Everything we do is built on these insights and fueled by a humor-led mindset that enables us to think differently and deliver breakthrough ideas.
Locations
New York City
London
San Francisco
Singapore
Leadership
Steve Cody
Founder, Peppercomm + Senior Executive Advisor, Ruder Finn
I’m a comedian, climber and dog lover, but not necessarily in that order. I am also the founder of Peppercomm, and Senior...
Robert Duda
SVP, Auto + Transportation Strategist
My role at Peppercomm is to develop and execute strategic communications programs for our automotive and transportation clients, as well as seek...
Marissa Dunn
Senior Strategist, Media Relations
As a Senior Media Strategist, Marissa helps connect the dots between media opportunities and communication strategies to drive our clients’ goals and...
Jackie Kolek
Co-President, Peppercomm + Managing Director, Ruder Finn
As Co-President, Peppercomm and Managing Director, Ruder Finn, Jackie is responsible for identifying challenges and opportunities our clients are facing and developing...
Nicole Kwan
VP of Finance
As VP of Finance, I oversee all aspects of financial operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, vendor and client contract review, balance...
Tara Lilien
Chief People Officer
I lead all things people for Peppercomm, with responsibility over talent management, development, engagement and acquisition for the agency. This includes creating...
Paul Merchan
Senior Vice President
I am a Senior Vice President, Client Relationships at Peppercomm, which I’ve called home for a little over a decade. In this...
Danielle Montana
Senior Vice President
As a Senior Vice President for Peppercomm, Danielle leads public relations and influencer strategy and execution for a wide variety of clients,...
Maggie O’Neill
Co-President, Peppercomm + Managing Director, Ruder Finn
As Co-President, Peppercomm and Managing Director, Ruder Finn, I provide agency-wide communications and brand experience support to the agency’s expanding portfolio of...
Melissa Vigue
Senior Vice President
With more than 18 years of industry experience, I work closely with Peppercomm’s fully integrated management team to drive a high performing...
Culture & Careers
Do you find yourself scribbling ideas on napkins at 2 a.m.? Are you the type of person to ask “why?” until your friends start avoiding you? Do you believe laughter is the best medicine, especially when dealing with client briefs?
If you answered yes to any of the above, we’d love to meet you!
Get in touch at jobs@peppercomm.com
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Latest Awards + Recognitions
2024
- Sabre North America Awards Finalist
- 2024 Bulldog PR Awards
- Cannes Gold Lion
- Cannes Silver Lion (2)
- Silver for Best Special Event or Publicity Stunt – Peppercomm for Japanese Green Tea
- Silver for Best Food & Beverages Campaign – Peppercomm for Dole Whip Day
- Cannes Bronze Lion (2)
2023
PR Daily 2023 Top Agencies
Bulldog Awards
- Ragan Top Places to Work
- Ragan & PR Daily’s Communicators of the Year
- Crain’s NY Business Best Places to Work
- PRNews Agency Elite Top100
2022
- PR Daily 2022 Top Agencies
- Bulldog Awards Gold Won
- Top Women in PR Awards – Industry Innovator (Jackie Kolek)
- Employee Communications Awards and Top Places to Work
- PR Daily’s Top Agency Awards
- Ragan & PR Daily’s Communicators of the Year
- Small Agency Team of the Year (Xero)
- Agency Elite Top 100
- Top Women in Communication Awards Dynamic Do-er (Maggie O’Neill)
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We believe the magic happens when wit and wisdom join forces. Wit + Wisdom explores concepts that can help a leader or brand stand out (and hopefully brings a 😊 to your day)