Ripley PR CEO Heather Ripley Honored as Women We Admire Awardee

Award recognizes female leaders driving innovation and influence across industries

Mar. 13, 2026 at 4:02pm

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Heather Ripley, the founder and CEO of Ripley PR, a global public relations agency specializing in home service, manufacturing, B2B tech and franchising industries, has been recognized by the Women We Admire as one of its 2026 Top Women Leaders, honoring her impact on the communications industry.

Why it matters

The Women We Admire award highlights exceptional female leaders making significant contributions in their fields. Ripley's recognition underscores her strategic vision, industry influence and ability to elevate the voices of skilled trades professionals through purpose-driven PR.

The details

Ripley founded Ripley PR in 2013 and has grown it into an award-winning global agency. Under her leadership, Ripley PR has earned national recognition, including being named to Newsweek's America's Best PR Agencies list and repeatedly recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the Best PR Agencies for Franchises. Ripley has also launched two other PR agency divisions, Orange Orchard and Adventure PR, to serve specialized audiences.

  • Ripley PR was founded in 2013.
  • Orange Orchard was launched in 2018.
  • Adventure PR was launched in 2025.
  • Ripley was honored as a Women We Admire Top Leader in 2026.

The players

Heather Ripley

The founder and CEO of Ripley PR, a global public relations agency specializing in home service, manufacturing, B2B tech and franchising industries.

Ripley PR

A global public relations agency founded by Heather Ripley in 2013, specializing in home service, manufacturing, B2B tech and franchising industries.

Orange Orchard

A PR agency division founded by Heather Ripley in 2018, focused on supporting animal welfare organizations.

Adventure PR

A PR agency division founded by Heather Ripley in 2025, focused on supporting brands in the outdoor, RV and adventure travel industries.

Women We Admire

An organization that evaluates and recognizes female leaders driving innovation and influence across a wide range of industries.

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What’s next

Ripley PR plans to continue expanding its specialized agency divisions to serve more niche industries and audiences.

The takeaway

Heather Ripley's recognition as a Women We Admire honoree underscores her strategic vision, industry influence and commitment to elevating the skilled trades and essential service businesses that are often overlooked, demonstrating how purpose-driven PR can drive meaningful impact.