We build credibility
for your brand.
Public Relations is a vital component of any company’s growth. It is what builds credibility for your brand, gets you in front of new customers, and enables you to share your ideas with the world. Unfortunately, the traditional PR agency model is antiquated, inefficient, and in need of a fresh vision. Too many PR firms are not focused on how this discipline can most effectively drive sales. Instead, they are too committed to the meaningless metrics that excite other PR people — but do nothing for the business.
We take a very different approach than what you see at other boutique public relations firms. We focus only on the activities that move the needle and drive sales, we work with capable and competent practitioners who understand their clients’ business, we keep overhead costs low so that you’re not nickel and dimed, and perhaps most importantly, we are transparent in pricing. We work hard to determine what your goals are and what’s required to accomplish them. The rate we charge is reflective of this simple formula — and nothing more. No out-of-pocket or hidden fees. No BS.
In essence, we avoid the frustrations that unfortunately define so many traditional PR firms — like unclear ROI, high retainers, limited staff experience, opaque pricing models, and lackluster results and creativity.
The team
Ryan Walker
Ryan Walker is a seasoned corporate communications veteran with extensive experience across the public relations and advertising industries. He has represented both large and small clients in the technology, fintech, alternative data, investment research, commercial real estate, investment banking, commercial lending, venture capital, and non-profit sectors. He launched R.J. Walker & Co. in 2018 to work with more companies who are doing amazing things, and to introduce some much needed fresh vision into the traditional public relations industry model.
Stephanie Walker
With over 15 years of professional service experience in venture building and new product development, Stephanie has recently joined RJ Walker & Co. as a Managing Partner. She started her career in finance and quickly realized her passion for creating distinctive strategies to propel new products and services into the market. She has created commercial and marketing strategies for innovative and award-winning products and has developed global communication plans to support sales and growth.
At RJ Walker & Co, her focus is to elevate opportunities for our clients and develop compelling approaches to showcase their products and ventures in the media. She is passionate about driving growth and ensuring that each client’s story resonates with the right people at the right time.
In her role, success isn't a vague concept – it's measurable. She is committed to metrics that truly matter to ensure our achievements continuously align with the tangible goals of our clients.
Maury Chasteau-Simien
Maury Chasteau-Simien is an award-winning Public Relations professional with over a decade of experience leading global B2B tech communications strategies across SaaS, cybersecurity, AI, enterprise tech, and fintech. Throughout his career, Maury has consistently elevated brand visibility through integrated campaigns, thought leadership initiatives, and high-impact media placements in top-tier publications including Forbes, Entrepreneur, Axios, Financial Times, Wired, PYMNTS, TechCrunch, and Dark Reading. He has held many senior leadership roles, including Global Head of Comms at CAKE.com, PR Vice President at Alloy, and Head of PR at FirstCapital. Maury has led strategic communications efforts for industry leaders such as Visa, Google Cloud, SonicWall, Saks, Gladly, and Exabeam—supporting IPO readiness, product launches, crisis response, and executive positioning across various growth stages. With international experience spanning the U.S., U.K., France, China, and Japan, Maury brings a global perspective and deep industry knowledge to every campaign, crafting compelling narratives that shape perception, drive engagement, and deliver measurable impact.
Christopher Morin, MBA
Christopher Morin is Senior Director of Communications & Media Training for RJ Walker & Co. In this role, he partners with leaders and C-suite executives to help them refine, redevelop, and reprioritize their corporate communication and training capabilities. Before joining RJ Walker & Co., Chris served as Chief Learning Officer at Ascension Worldwide, a human resources consulting firm based in the Washington, DC area. There, he led the communications and training divisions and played a key role in scaling the business from a startup to a successful firm with over $500K in annual revenue. Chris also brings lifelong experience in the media industry. From serving as Editor-in-Chief of two newspapers to active involvement with the National Press Club and the Specialized Information Publishers Association (SIPA), his passion for the media industry continues to inform and enhance his professional work.
Christine Xenakis
Christine Xenakis’ career has been shaped by roles at leading agencies including M Booth, Edelman, and Ketchum, where she has built communications programs across global brands, growing companies, and complex organizations. Her experience spans brand, corporate, internal, and executive communications. She has supported product launches for brands like Planet Oat, led campaigns for Heineken and Morton Salt, helped Kenvue communicate with employees during its IPO, and built internal communications programs for Google. Today, Christine works with organizations including Argo Group, Penn State University, and Lovepop on executive thought leadership, brand storytelling, media strategy, and content development. She helps companies uncover the stories within their business and turn them into communications that build awareness, credibility, and connection.
Gretchen Spiegel
Gretchen Spiegel is a brand and communications strategist with over a decade of experience shaping narratives that position companies, technologies, and their leaders at the forefront of industry and cultural conversations. Most recently, she served as Director of Brand Publicity at NBCUniversal’s Peacock, where she established the platform’s brand publicity discipline and led earned media strategies across major moments including the Olympics. Previously, she helped build the Brand Strategy & Thought Leadership division at Rogers & Cowan PMK, advising founders and C-suite leaders on narrative development and executive positioning. Her work spans Samsung, Audi, Hinge, MasterClass, Relativity Space, and Colossal Biosciences, where she played a central role in the company’s launch and its positioning as a credible leader in de-extinction and conservation. She specializes in translating complex, technical ideas into clear, compelling narratives that drive visibility, credibility, and impact..
Advisory Board
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Jon Caplis
Founder and CEO, PivotalPath
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Jeff Bodzewski
AI And Data Strategist
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Moon Kim
EVP, Head of Corporate Practice, M Booth
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Nick Theccanat
Principal, Communications and Government Affairs at Blue Owl Capital
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Stephanie Spinola
Head of Business Development, Kellner Capital