Oatey Co. Honored with Bronze Awards at PRSA Cleveland Rocks for Innovative Campaigns

Oatey Co. Honored for Excellence in PR

In a notable achievement, Oatey Co., in collaboration with GreenHouse Digital + PR, clinched Bronze awards at the 23rd Annual Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Greater Cleveland "Cleveland Rocks" Awards. This honor came as recognition of the remarkable contributions in the realms of case studies and feature articles, spotlighting Oatey’s innovative solutions in the plumbing sector.

Held on November 18, 2025, the awards ceremony celebrated outstanding public relations efforts across various industries. Among the highlights of Oatey's accolades is the case study titled, "From Old to Gold Oatey Linear Drains in the Spotlight in New Orleans Saints' New Locker Room Showers." In this project, Oatey’s QuickDrain ProLine linear drains were selected for a significant renovation at the Caesars Superdome, enhancing the shower facilities for the New Orleans Saints.

GreenHouse Digital + PR played a pivotal role in crafting a comprehensive case study to showcase the performance and design versatility of Oatey’s linear drains in challenging real-world environments. This effort also successfully garnered extensive media coverage across four leading trade publications, further cementing Oatey’s reputation as a leader in plumbing solutions.

The second accolade, another Bronze award, was awarded for the feature article titled, "The Plumber's Guide to Backwater Valves Defending Against Sewage Backup," expertly penned by Sean Comerford, Oatey’s Manager of Inside Sales Technical Support. This article serves as an essential guide for plumbing contractors, offering them insights into effective strategies for preventing sewage backups, a pressing concern as infrastructure ages and extreme weather becomes more common. Featured as a cover article in Plumbing & Mechanical magazine, it not only highlighted Oatey’s technical expertise but also emerged as one of the publication’s Top 10 Most-Read Articles of 2024.

Madelyn Young, Director of Content and Public Relations Strategy at GreenHouse, expressed pride in the successful synergy between Oatey's established technical leadership and GreenHouse’s skilled storytelling approach. "These awards reflect the power of collaboration in translating product innovation into compelling content that resonates with contractors, engineers, and distributors," said Young.

The award-winning case study and feature article are part of Oatey’s broader media relations strategy aimed at enhancing brand visibility, expanding earned media placements, and showcasing Oatey’s experts as authoritative voices in the plumbing sector.

About GreenHouse Digital + PR

Based in the south suburbs of Chicago, GreenHouse Digital + PR is a full-service marketing communications agency that focuses exclusively on the building product sector and trade organizations. With over 20 years of experience in PR, digital marketing, and demand generation, the agency possesses a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within the design and construction industries.

GreenHouse’s expertise encompasses earned and paid media, content creation, inbound marketing, and lead nurturing strategies, all tailored to help clients reach their business and marketing objectives effectively. For more information about their services, visit greenhousedigitalpr.com or connect with them on LinkedIn, Instagram, or Facebook.

Conclusion

The recognition at the PRSA Cleveland Rocks Awards underscores Oatey Co.’s commitment to innovation in the plumbing industry. By emphasizing strategic collaborations and effective storytelling, Oatey and GreenHouse Digital + PR set a standard for excellence that other companies can aspire to.