Ripley PR Achieves Bronze in 2025 Employee Satisfaction Awards

Ripley PR Recognized for Employee Satisfaction

Ripley PR, an esteemed global public relations agency focusing on the franchising and home service sectors, has recently been awarded the bronze medal in Franchise Business Review's (FBR) 2025 Employee Satisfaction Awards. This accolade stands out as it highlights companies that have demonstrated exceptional employee satisfaction and engagement levels, confirmed through independent surveys.

Located in Knoxville, Tennessee, Ripley PR's awards underscore their commitment to fostering a thriving workplace culture where employee well-being is prioritized. According to Heather Ripley, the founder and CEO of Ripley PR, “At Ripley PR, we believe that when our team thrives, our clients win. Receiving this award reflects our employees' voices, and we take immense pride in the collaborative culture we've nurtured together.”

The FBR award is especially significant as it is based on a comprehensive survey conducted with over 11,000 participants, including corporate franchise employees, franchise suppliers, and employees linked to franchise owners across North America. The survey assessed job satisfaction, engagement, skills, management, and workplace culture among other essential factors.

This recognition illuminates Ripley PR's strong foundation in franchising. Heather Ripley remarked, “Franchising is in our DNA, and being the only PR agency recognized this year truly excites us. This acknowledgment is proof of the passionate and collaborative team we've built, which fuels our clients' success stories.”

The FBR's Employee Satisfaction Awards are unique in the industry, emphasizing companies that invest in positive workplace environments. Eric Stites, the founder and CEO of FBR, noted that this year's winners set themselves apart by cultivating high employee engagement, prioritizing well-being, and nurturing effective team leadership.

In addition to this award, Ripley PR gained an esteemed title as Best Communications/PR Agency in the 2025 Merit Awards, attributed to their ongoing support of skilled trades companies. Moreover, the agency was also recognized as the PR Agency of the Year for 2025-2026 in the Southeastern United States by the Corporate LiveWire Prestige Awards. Currently, Ripley PR also holds a position on Newsweek's prestigious list as one of America’s Best PR Agencies for 2024.

As one of America's premier B2B public relations agencies, Ripley PR specializes in services such as crisis management and media relations, along with a strong focus on franchising and the building trades sectors. Their philosophy combines strategic business insight with innovative public relations solutions to share impactful narratives that yield significant results.

For those interested in learning more about Ripley PR's franchise-centric offerings, further information can be found at www.ripleypr.com or by contacting them directly at (865) 977-1973.

About Ripley PR

Ripley PR is a leading global public relations agency with a specific focus on home services, building trades, manufacturing, and franchising. Recognized multiple times by Forbes and Newsweek as one of the best in the industry, Ripley PR has uniquely positioned itself by supporting clients with comprehensive public relations strategies that drive growth and recognitions. The agency is also part of The Worldcom Public Relations Group, the foremost network of independent PR agencies worldwide.

About Franchise Business Review

Franchise Business Review (FBR) stands as a key independent market research company, assisting franchise organizations in securing the insights needed for improving satisfaction among franchisees and employees. Since its inception in 2005, FBR has collaborated with over 1,300 distinguished franchise companies, equipping them with targeted data and tools essential for sustainable growth within the franchise landscape.