Get Noticed With the Top Local Phoenix PR Firm
HMA Public Relations has a long history in Arizona; launched in 1980, we are the oldest continuously operating public relations firm in the state. And yes, we are certainly proud of that, but what makes us even more proud are the long-time clients that have been part of company’s growth all these years.
Working across a variety of industries such as professional services, real estate and finance, healthcare, nonprofit, government, tribal affairs and restaurant/hospitality/retail, we work side-by-side with business and community leaders that have been instrumental in the growth of their communities.
As the public relations industry evolves, so do we. As one of the top PR firms in Phoenix, we offer full-service capabilities, including media relations, content marketing, event planning, and more, and our team understands how all aspects of communications blend together for a comprehensive strategy that nets out results tied to measurable goals.
We are a founding member of the Public Relations Global Network (PRGN), which currently has more than 50 member agencies in countries across North America, South America, Europe and the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Australia. PRGN is comprised of independent, owner-operated public relations and communications agencies in order to share expertise and resources on a global level while still offering our clients the attention and integrity that comes from working with a small business.
Much like good ‘ol MC Hammer broke it down with his “Hammer Time” more than three decades ago, our version – HMA Time, our agency’s blog – has been breaking it down since 2008. As PR practitioners of varying ages and experience levels, each of our personal blog posts gives us the chance to sound off about our industry and related topics. We post daily on communications trends, business best practices, thought leadership, how to’s and more.
To quote Mr. Hammer once more, this blog is “Too legit. Too legit to quit.”
Some advice from a not-so-traditional intern
It was time for a change. That’s not an unusual thought for, say, a woman in her late forties going through a possible mid-life crisis. After over 20 years in the mental health arena as a therapist, I had come to the end of my rope. Burned out and a tad overwhelmed, it was time […]
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#MediaMonday – Kamilah Williams
From Glendale development to stories about kids making a difference, ABC15 Arizona's Kamilah Williams has a clear eye for the stories that matter in her community. This #MediaMonday, she talks about what catches her attention in a story, why real people strengthen stories and how a high school video editing class started her interest in broadcast journalism.
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CSOM – AI Can Help Us Do the Work. It Shouldn’t Help Us Pretend To Be Someone We’re Not.
Used responsibly, AI makes us faster and more efficient. But there is an important distinction between using technology to assist the work and allowing technology to replace the trust that makes the work possible. Tune in as Abbie Fink talks responsible AI use in a new Copper State of Mind.
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#MediaMonday – Inside the 12News Newsroom
What does it take to help a great story make it on-air? Justin Liggin got a behind-the-scenes look at the 12News newsroom with PRSA Phoenix and is here to share a few takeaways from the team. Check out a new #MediaMonday!
READ MOREMr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop Expands Menu with Pit Boss Pulled-Pork Sandwich, Building on Major Menu Evolution
(SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Aug. 27, 2026) – Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop is bringing a different flavor experience to its menu with the debut of the Pit Boss, a new sandwich that stacks oven-toasted pulled pork, barbecue sauce, creamy coleslaw and pickle chips on a brioche bun. The Pit Boss is available at all Mr. Pickle’s […]
READ MORERafi Law Group Promotes Chance Strawderman to Supervising Attorney
(DENVER, Aug. 25, 2026) Rafi Law Group promoted Chance Strawderman from Associate Attorney to Supervising Attorney, recognizing his leadership, commitment to clients and track record of achieving meaningful results for those who have been wrongfully injured. In this role, Strawderman will supervise a team of associate attorneys and case managers, helping ensure clients receive proactive, […]
READ MOREArizona State University’s School of Counseling and Counseling Psychology Low-Cost Autism, ADHD and Learning Disorder Evaluations Available Beginning August 2026
(PHOENIX – Aug. 21, 2026) – Appointments are now available for low-cost psychological assessments through Arizona State University’s Counseling Training Center (CTC). Open to individuals ages 8 and older, the new service will be offered starting in August 2026 at the CTC located at ASU’s Polytechnic campus, expanding access to affordable diagnostic evaluations for autism spectrum […]
READ MOREREDW Advisors & CPAs Names Christopher Tyhurst to Lead Fast-Growing Phoenix Office
(PHOENIX – Aug. 17, 2026) — REDW Advisors & CPAs, a national advisory and accounting firm with more than 375 professionals across the country, has named longtime principal Christopher Tyhurst, CPA, as Phoenix Office Leader. In the role, Tyhurst will serve as the executive leader for REDW’s Phoenix office, strengthening the firm’s relationships throughout Arizona’s business […]
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