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Your business needs to reach people who can become customers, partners, or advocates. At Kurman Communications, we build that recognition through relevant media coverage and consistent communications.
With experience in public relations in Chicago since 1983, we bring local market knowledge and senior involvement to launches, established brands, and organizations seeking greater visibility.
Your objectives determine where we focus our efforts.
Our public relations services connect the channels that matter to your Chicago business. We recommend the mix around your goals and audience.
We develop targeted pitches, prepa re press materials, and coordinate interviews to help journalists understand your business and its value to their audiences.
We plan content, manage posting, and engage your community to maintain a consistent presence and extend the value of your communications.
We coordinate planning and publicity for openings, launches, and events, bringing logistics and promotion together around the occasion’s objectives.
We develop connections with local organizations, industry contacts, and potential partners to strengthen your presence among the communities you want to reach.
Our public relations agency adapts its approach to your sector, audience, and communications needs.
Promote openings, culinary talent, new menus, and established dining brands.
Build awareness of venues, destinations, experiences, and consumer brands.
Introduce new businesses, communicate founder expertise, and develop ongoing visibility.
Communicate community initiatives, organizational milestones, and opportunities for member engagement.
Build awareness of practitioners, services, and wellness brands through targeted outreach.
Promote performances, cultural events, authors, and book launches to interested audiences.
Support product introductions, industry communications, and clear brand positioning.
When comparing public relations firms in Chicago, consider who will work on your account. Kurman brings more than 40 years of public relations experience, with founder Cindy Kurman and Senior Vice President Lee Barrie directly involved in client work.
Our client work includes restaurant openings, entertainment venues, and community initiatives. These examples show how specific business developments can attract editorial attention.
The club’s Lakeview reopening received coverage in Time Out Chicago, introducing readers to its new venue and experience.
Its return as an Albany Park brunch destination earned WTTW coverage, highlighting the new location and change in format.
Its 25th anniversary and milestone of one million meals received coverage on ABC7 Chicago and FOX 32, highlighting its community work.
Tell us what you need to promote, who you want to reach, and the dates that matter. We’ll discuss your objectives and the PR support suited to your business. Call (312) 651-9000, or
Contact our team to schedule a consultation and discover how Kurman Communications can help your brand achieve its full potential. Call us at 312-651-9000 or email team@kurman.com to start the conversation. Schedule a consultation and discover how our expertise in the automotive industry can transform your business’s communication efforts.
Fees depend on scope, duration, and services. Share your goals and budget with Kurman so we can discuss the level of support your campaign needs.
Contact us during planning. Early involvement allows time to prepare messaging, organize materials, and approach relevant media before your opening or announcement.
No. Editors and producers decide what runs. We strengthen opportunities through relevant pitches, targeted outreach, and preparation, while respecting each outlet’s editorial priorities.
Yes. We offer crisis communications and reputation support, including help with messaging and media responses. The approach and scope depend on the situation.
We’ll need accurate business information, suitable images, timely approvals, and an available spokesperson. Keeping us informed of upcoming developments helps us prepare and respond to opportunities.
Evaluate coverage quality, message inclusion, and audience response against agreed objectives. Where tracking is available, also consider referral traffic, inquiries, or event participation.
