Winner: GolinHarris

Because of the tough economy, 2009 was the first year in three that the firm didn't grow at a double-digit rate. Still, through strong cost management, Golin plans to grow its bottom line by a significant percentage and planned to end 2009 with a profit margin above 20% - its best in a decade.

Best known for its 50-year client relationship with McDonald's, Golin used 2009 to bring in a significant amount of highly coveted business. The firm won ...