MIAMI – May 13, 2003 – rbb Public Relations, a leading independent public relations firm, is making a name for itself on a local and national level by claiming two prestigious honors within the past three months.

Most recently, the Miami-based firm took home The South Florida Business Journal’s “2003 Business of the Year” award, in which rbb was recognized as the tri-county area’s best PR/marketing firm with billings not exceeding $10 million. The public relations firm, which specializes in media relations, strategic marketing and providing exceptional client service, was also recently named the “Best Public Relations Agency to Work For” in the country by The Holmes Report, a prominent PR industry newsletter.

After separating from a large global agency nearly two years ago, rbb public relations gained its independence and has, in turn, been met with nothing but success. According to CEO and managing partner Christine Barney, the firm attributes this success to an entrepreneurial work environment that fosters talent, a commitment to current clients and a results-oriented focus that promotes accountability.

“rbb Public Relations’ growth is a by-product of excellent client service,” said Barney. "It's not a coincidence that clients that have stayed with us for a decade or more are served by staff with the same track record. Both clients and staff stay where they are rewarded day in and day out."

South Florida Business Journal's “2003 Business of the Year Awards,” presented by Union Planters Bank, honored companies in various industries in South Florida for their company growth and financial performance, employee improvement and benefits programs and for their commitment to their local community. It is the only tri-county regional awards program of it's kind in South Florida. South Florida Business Journal received nearly 200 nominations and winners were selected by an independent team of judges. The luncheon was held on May 1st at Turnberry Isles Resort & Club in Aventura, Florida. Nearly 600 people from South Florida’s business community attended the event.

Founded in 1975, Miami-based rbb Public Relations is one of Florida’s largest and oldest independent, full-service public relations firms, is based in Miami. Over the past 28 years, rbb Public Relations has gained a statewide and national reputation for strategic, results-oriented PR, with expertise in media relations, corporate communications, crisis counseling, cutting-edge national product campaigns, interactive marketing, specialized events and exceptional client services. The firm’s capabilities encompass a variety of practice areas, including corporate services, consumer products, crisis communications, Hispanic marketing, healthcare, real estate and travel & tourism. For more information, call (305) 448-7450 or visit www.rbbpr.com.

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Media Contact: Tadd Schwartz / tadd.schwartz@rbbpr.com rbb public relations 355 Alhambra Circle, Suite 800 Coral Gables, FL 33134 Work: 305-448-3425; Mobile: 305-807-3612