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SHIFT Communications

Public relations firm delivering data-driven campaigns

Overview

SHIFT Communications is a PR and communications partner that combines data-driven strategy with creative storytelling to help brands reach the right people at the right time. It uses analytics to plan who, what, when, where and how campaigns, then crafts compelling narratives and executes targeted media outreach to connect with audiences on a personal level. The company differentiates itself with a large, multidisciplinary team of strategists, creatives, data experts and media specialists who dig deep, push for measurable results, and tailor programs for each client. SHIFT works with consumer brands, tech companies and health organizations, aiming to produce standout work that helps clients break through and thrive.

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About SHIFT Communications

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Why SHIFT Communications is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & AnalyticsConsulting

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

San Francisco, CA

Founded

2003

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What believers are saying

  • March 2026 wins added Exol, Leia Inc., Signifyd, Symbotic, Citrix, and G&A Partners.
  • September 2026 PRNews Elite recognition strengthens recruitment, retention, and sales credibility.
  • Healthcare, consumer, and B2B coverage broadens revenue beyond one sector’s budget cycle.

What critics are saying

  • AI-native tools and in-house content teams compress agency pricing by 2027 renewals.
  • SHIFT’s client roster skews to tech brands like Citrix, Symbotic, and Signifyd.
  • National’s ownership subordinates SHIFT’s strategy; integration failures can erase brand independence.

What makes SHIFT Communications unique

  • SHIFT’s GEO and Performance Communications package AI-optimized PR for B2B clients.
  • National Public Relations owns SHIFT, giving Boston, New York, Austin, and San Francisco reach.
  • SHIFT won 2027 PRNews Agency Elite recognition for measurable client impact across sectors.

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Apr 30th, 2025
Axon Names New President And Managing Partner, Tina Hahn, As Ralph Sutton Changes Lane

AXON NAMES NEW PRESIDENT AND MANAGING PARTNER, TINA HAHN, AS RALPH SUTTON CHANGES LANEApril 30, 2025—Tina Hahn, who joined AXON in 2012 as Vice President, will now take on the role of AXON’s President and Managing Partner.AVENIR GLOBAL, the Montreal-based holding and management company, announced leadership changes within its strategic healthcare business with the appointment of Ralph Sutton as International Managing Partner, Healthcare, and Tina Hahn as President and Managing Partner of AXON.Ralph Sutton’s new role will focus on growing large-scale relationships with existing and new clients to drive growth across the network. He will also work to identify opportunities where cross-brand collaboration can add the most value to our clients.Ralph was previously leading AXON and will be handing over the role to Tina Hahn. Tina currently leads business in the Nordic region, which includes some of AXON’s largest clients. Prior to joining AXON in 2012, Tina was one of AXON’s clients at Danish medical equipment manufacturer Coloplast. She has an executive MBA and a PhD in Clinical Pharmacy.Speaking about her appointment, Jean-Pierre Vasseur, President and CEO of AVENIR GLOBAL said, “Over the last 13 years, Tina has had a remarkable track record of building deep and enduring client relationships. She sets high standards and leads by example

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Jul 18th, 2022
Axon Ignites Change With Appointment Of New Creative Marketing Lead

Former Saatchi & Saatchi Wellness lead, Sam Petyan, decamps to front AXON’s Creative Marketing practice globally. Sam Petyan brings almost 2 decades of healthcare commercial and marketing expertise and will lead AXON in this area through an exciting period of accelerated growth. AXON’s creative marketing model focuses on delivering the right message to the right stakeholders when, where and how they are most likely to engage with it. Sam’s experience will enhance this model and strengthen AXON’s customer-focused marketing approach, by ensuring that the needs and behaviors of the target audience guide every decision – crafting creative, strategic solutions that build brands and change behaviors

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