MMC holds fast to its strong identity as a firm focusing on women's health and beauty, and it was one of the five PR firms Procter & Gamble narrowed its roster to, boding well for the agency.

"Our healthcare area has gotten off to a strong start," says Maher. "Our business model has always been to work with a select number of clients on large brands." Organic growth projections are strong - and being met in the first quarter.

Principal: Marina Maher, ...