The 2008 PRWeek agency rankings are in. Last year, despite our best efforts, FIR could not gain entry on the list. Either we were too small, or (perish the thought) we missed the deadline for submission. But with each new year, comes new opportunities, and I’m proud to report that not only did FIR make the list - but only 7 companies of the 195 listed had a higher growth rate than FIR in 2007.

With a 68% growth rate, FIR firmly ranked in the top-10 on PRWeek’s list in this category. We also fared well in the “Revenue-per-employee” category, ranking 44^th of 195. When I look at the staggering revenue numbers posted by some of the iconic agencies (remembering my days working for one), it’s no wonder that vendors in increasing numbers are turning to smaller, more focused, boutique shops to meet their needs.

Seeing your firm’s name in such a ranking gives perspective. It reminds us all to be thankful for our clients, for our partners, and for our colleagues in the media who have helped us, and our clients accomplish our objectives. Here’s to another great, albeit certainly different, year ahead.