History

Our Evolution

Founded in 2007, The Baker Agency has evolved from a boutique agency into a dynamic firm with a significant presence across three strategic locations. The company initially established its roots with a commitment to delivering innovative public relations and marketing solutions, quickly earning a reputation for excellence and results-driven service. Over the years, The Baker Agency has experienced steady growth, expanding its reach and capabilities to meet the diverse needs of clients in a rapidly changing media landscape. Today, with offices in Albany, Pittsburgh and St. Petersburg, the agency continues to thrive, offering comprehensive communications expertise to clients across various industries. This expansion underscores The Baker Agency’s dedication to providing local insight and national reach, all while maintaining the personalized client service that has defined its success since inception.

Rebrand Launch from Baker Public Relations to The Baker Agency
2026
Founder & CEO, Megan Baker, is honored by Albany Business Review as a 2025 Women Who Mean Business Awards
2025
The agency is named a finalist for Best Public Relations Campaign at the 2025 Capital Region Marcom Awards
2025
St. Petersburg Launch
2024
Public Affairs Services
2023

The agency formalizes its Public Affairs practice with the promotion of Geoff Redick to Public Affairs Manager.

15 Year Anniversary
2022

The agency celebrated its 15-year-anniversary with clients, employees and community partners present at the Renaissance Albany Hotel.

Women in Communications Scholarship
2022

The agency launched the annual Women in Communications Scholarship at Shaker High School and Butler Area Senior High School (Megan’s alma mater) for young women pursuing a career in public relations, marketing and journalism.

Creative Services Studio Launches
2021

The agency expands into an additional 1,000 square foot space. The studio houses video and podcast production, marketing, branding, copywriting, editorial and graphic design.

MARCOM Awards
2020

The team was honored with a Capital Region MARCOM Award for Media Blitz on behalf of Cirque du Soleil OVO.

Health & Wellness Practice
2020

The agency formalizes a dedicated health & wellness practice.

NYS Recertifies the agency as a WBE
2019
Honorable Mention
2019

The agency receives an honorable mention from PR News for Small PR Agency of the Year, and Event Marketing Campaign for HV Gamer Con.

Pittsburgh Launch
2019

The agency establishes office in Pittsburgh, Megan Baker’s stomping grounds, and invests in staff.

On the Move Again
2017

The agency outgrows the Everett Road office and moves into the current location on Northern Blvd in Albany to celebrate their 10-year anniversary.

NYS WBE Certification
2013

The New York State Division of Minority and Women’s Business Development grants the agency a Women Business Enterprise (WBE) certification.

40 Under 40 & Expansion
2012

Megan Baker receives Albany Business Review 40 Under 40 Award. The agency celebrates its 5-year anniversary and expands to a new office on Everett Road in Albany.

Diversifies Services
2008

The agency adds additional services to the portfolio, gaining clients across a variety of industries, despite being in the midst of an economic recession.

Baker Public Relations is Incorporated.
2007

After over a decade in TV news, Megan Baker launches Baker Public Relations, Inc. The company moves into its first office at Madison Avenue in Albany and signs its first client contract.

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