Denver-based strategic communications firm celebrates three decades of client success, team growth and independent leadership
DENVER – Jan. 12, 2026 – Linhart Public Relations, a national communications strategy and engagement firm based in Colorado, is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026. The milestone marks three decades of successful client partnerships, award-winning strategic communications work, earned media excellence and trusted reputation counsel.
Founded in 1996 by Sharon Linhart, Linhart Public Relations continues to thrive as an independently owned and respected strategic communications firm, nationally and in the Rocky Mountain region. Over the past 30 years, the firm has evolved to meet changing media and digital landscapes, evolving stakeholder expectations and new technologies, while remaining committed to strong client relationships, business outcomes and high-quality work. Under the leadership of Managing Partner Paul Raab, APR, and Partners Carri Clemens and Kelly Janhunen, Linhart PR remains committed to delivering thoughtful strategic communications programs that help clients achieve business goals.
“For clients looking for a strategic communications partner, trust, reliability and judgment are among the most important attributes,” Raab said. “Because we have been in business for 30 years, through multiple business cycles and technology waves, clients know they can trust our team to be here for them with innovative solutions, consumer and industry insights and sound thinking to drive results.”
Linhart PR is known for its work with clients across the food, restaurant, healthcare, professional services, education, energy, utilities and real estate sectors. Many Linhart PR clients have been with the firm for five years or more. The firm has been recognized for its quality, creativity and business success by industry organizations. Most recently, Linhart PR was awarded a Bronze Anvil from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) for its work on behalf of Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner and also has been recognized by PRSA Colorado for client programs with Black Hills Energy, Oakwood Homes, Chocolove and Cochlear Americas, among others.
“As we celebrate three decades of success at Linhart PR,” Linhart said, “I’m bursting with pride for what we built, gratitude for those who made it possible and assurance that the firm with continue to flourish for many years to come.”
The milestone is also a reflection of the firm’s commitment to building Linhart PR from the inside out. Linhart PR intentionally invests in creating an environment where people are motivated to do their career-best work and where achievements are recognized, celebrated and rewarded. The firm fosters a culture where talented professionals can grow their public relations careers by working on exciting clients and complex, challenging projects in an entrepreneurial environment. Several team members began their careers through the Linhart PR internship program and have grown into client-team leadership roles; some management team members are celebrating 10-, 20- and even 30-year anniversaries with the firm.
The firm will serve as the 2026 Platinum Partner Sponsor for PRSA Colorado, as one way to commemorate the milestone. Throughout 2026, Linhart PR will celebrate its team, clients and the community.
About Linhart Public Relations
Linhart Public Relations, a national communications strategy and engagement firm based in Colorado, partners with forward-thinking organizations to achieve their business objectives through the power of strategic communications. Key industry areas include premium food and beverage, multi-unit restaurants, energy and utilities, health and wellness, and financial and professional services. Founded in 1996, Linhart PR is recognized as an award-winning firm for its client work and business results, including several PRSA Silver and Bronze Anvil awards and has been featured regularly on Best Places to Work in Public Relations lists. The firm is a partner in Worldcom Public Relations Group, the world's largest partnership of independent public relations firms, with 115 offices in 105 cities around the world. For more information, visit www.linhartpr.com.
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