LINK is a is a full-service, DC-based social impact firm, with a focus on strategic communications and stakeholder engagement. We are committed to our clients and their communities, which is captured in our name: LINK (Local Insight, National Know-how). As a firm that grows out of a strong legacy of doing work for causes that matter, we combine big firm knowledge of national and international trends with a “hyperlocal” approach that prioritizes access and personal attention for our clients. We only take on work that has a deep connection with our mission-based approach to our shared communities. By understanding and respecting the communities in which we operate, we help our clients create and apply the right tools and strategies to translate challenges into opportunities for hyperlocal success. We provide high-touch and high-tech expertise and personalized assistance in public and media relations, marketing and communications, community relations, branding, online engagement, digital strategy, event management, and creative services for corporate, government, nonprofit, and association clients. Since our founding in 2012, LINK has been recognized for its work with its partners with an array of prestigious awards. 2019: Best Places to Work by the Washington Business Journal 2018: Large PR Firm of the Year, Public Relations Society of America- National Capital Chapter Michael Akin named one of the “40 Under 40” by the Washington Business Journal 5 Communicator Awards 9 Hermes Creative Awards 9 Marcom Awards 3 Communitas Awards for Excellence in Pro Bono Community Service 2012 - 2017: Michael Akin named Young Entrepreneur of the Year by the DC Chamber of Commerce (2015) Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Silver Anvil Award 2 PRSA Bronze Anvil Awards 3 PRSA - National Capital Chapter Thoth Awards 24 Hermes Creative Awards 10 Marcom Awards Telly Award PACE Award NSPRA Award National Association of Government Communicators