APCO (company)
| Company type | Private |
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| Industry | Public relations |
| Founded | 1984 |
| Founder | Margery Kraus |
| Headquarters | Washington, D.C., U.S. |
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| Revenue | $257 million (2024) |
Number of employees | ~1200 (2024) |
| Website | www |
APCO is a public affairs and strategic communications consultancy headquartered in Washington, D.C. It was founded in 1984 by Margery Kraus, who is now the firm's Executive Chairman. As of 2024, the firm operates in 35 locations with approximately 1,200 employees. It is among the largest independently owned PR firms in the United States.
The firm's work includes political consulting and crisis communications. Its staff includes former government officials and diplomats. Clients have included multinational corporations, governmental agencies, and nonprofit organizations.