It’s a good week at Landis. We’re proud to share that Landis Communications Inc. (Landis) has been named to PRNEWS’ 2027 Agency Elite Top 120, the industry’s most respected roster of PR and communications firms. The list, unveiled on September 9, recognizes agencies of every size and specialty for the kind of work that actually moves the needle for clients,…
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By Polly Ikonen There’s a saying: If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. Land conservation is definitely a long game, and land, especially here in California, is expensive. So, a successful conservation project usually involves multiple partners. As the media relations team of record for numerous land conservation organizations, Landis has…
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Brands face constant challenges: key team members go on leave, workloads surge unexpectedly and competitive pressures demand sophisticated intelligence gathering. While many companies view their communications agency as simply a vendor for specific projects, the smartest organizations recognize a fundamental truth: an integrated communications agency can serve dual roles as both your operational safety net and your strategic secret agent. …
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By Brianne Miller In an age where artificial intelligence, geographic search optimization (GEO), and large language models (LLMs) dominate digital conversations, many brands are rushing to embrace the latest technological solutions. However, the most successful organizations understand a fundamental truth: traditional public relations isn’t obsolete—it’s more critical than ever. The timeless pillars of strategic communications—messaging, media relations, brand awareness, reputation…
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By Makenzi Jordan Rodriguez Here at Landis Communications Inc., we take immense pride in our robust environmental public relations practice. For over 35 years, our team has been dedicated to advancing crucial environmental causes through strategic public relations efforts. We’ve championed a diverse range of projects, from implementing land acquisition initiatives for open spaces to supporting land backs for Indigenous…
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By Sean Dowdall At Landis, we believe that giving back to our community isn’t just something we do—it’s who we are. We are thrilled that the San Francisco Business Times ranked Landis number two among Bay Area corporations in 2024 for the percentage of profits contributed to community causes. Consistently donating a portion of revenue to local organizations speaks…
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By Polly Ikonen Western Rivers Conservancy (WRC), based in Portland, Oregon, prefers to fly under the radar. Or at least that was the case for their first three decades. As their name suggests, Western Rivers works to protect waterways across the American west by purchasing lands around rivers and streams to conserve habitat for fish and wildlife, protect key sources…
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By Makenzi Jordan Rodriguez At Landis Communications, we wake up each morning energized by the opportunity to create communications that are meaningful, strategic and help build a better world. This Pride Month, we celebrate how our values-aligned approach to communications creates lasting impact and genuine connections across all the communities we serve. Making Dreams Visible When we craft messaging for…
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Growing up on a Montana Indian reservation as a young gay boy, Sean Dowdall felt isolated, with few LGBTQ+ role models to emulate. When he first visited San Francisco as a child, he knew in his heart it was home. Years later, after a successful banking career and a serendipitous meeting at El Rio in the Mission District, Dowdall planted…
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By Brendan Davis Last week, I had the opportunity to attend NVIDIA’s 2025 Global Technology Conference (GTC). The event provided a glimpse into the future, especially around the use of AI and its expanding applications across industries. Walking the show floor, I was struck by how technology doesn’t just process information but enhances human creativity, turning our most innovative dreams…
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