ECPR Texas

ECPR Texas is an award-winning public relations firm based in Austin, Texas, and is among the largest PR agencies in the state. Founded by Elizabeth Christian in 1995, the firm was acquired by Kristin Marcum, who serves as president, in March 2022. The agency focuses on developing and executing measurable communication strategies aligned with client goals.

The firm employs fewer than 49 professionals and maintains a headquarters at 8008 Spicewood Lane in Austin. Pricing details are not publicly listed; both minimum budget and hourly rate are available upon inquiry. ECPR Texas has been operating for over 25 years, building a reputation for impactful projects across Texas.

ECPR Texas offers a comprehensive range of public relations services, including media relations, digital marketing, video production, coalition building, grassroots efforts, event planning, and crisis management. The agency's areas of expertise are corporate communications, crisis management, and public affairs. Portfolio examples include crisis management work for Kerbey Lane Cafe, Texas Health Action, Austin Board of REALTORS, and Texas Mutual Insurance.

The agency serves clients across education, entertainment, health care, media and communications, and nonprofit industries. It primarily works with small and medium-sized businesses. Notable clients include Texarkana College, Foundation Communities, St. David's Health Care, Austin FC, Downtown Austin, Amplify Credit Union, Texas Mutual, and Make-A-Wish Central & South Texas.

Google reviews give ECPR Texas a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 10 reviews. Clients consistently describe the agency as the gold standard for public relations in Central Texas, praising its exceptional quality of work, customer service, strategic approach, and extensive network. One reviewer noted that the firm is "exceptionally knowledgeable, professional and extremely well networked." Another long-term client highlighted the agency's work in media relations, event planning, crisis communication, and media training, stating that the quality and commitment to customer service are both excellent.