Independent list · re-checked September 28, 2026 · published by Primortul LLC

Bader Rutter

Bader Rutter is an integrated B2B marketing agency based in Milwaukee whose services include advertising, PR, social media, design, experiential, digital and data analytics, organised around its Mental Equity framework. Its named clients include McCain Foods, Nestlé Purina, the Milwaukee Bucks, Zoetis, Corteva and Ingredion, and it is the US partner in the BBN International B2B network. O'Dwyer's ranks its PR operation sixth in the Midwest with 38 PR staff and $12 million in 2025 net fees. Nobody pays to be ranked.

Why it’s hereThe largest agrimarketing and B2B communications shop in Wisconsin, ranked sixth on O'Dwyer's 2026 Midwest PR list. Number 11 of the PR firms in the Midwest.

Who leads itDavid Jordan, Chief Executive Officer.

Work they can showZoetis. Brand campaign on the bond between cattle producers and their animals, which drew over 155K impressions in two weeks. McCain Foods. Launched Mini Mashers with a cross-country chef competition in place of a standard product launch. Milwaukee Bucks. Direct mail piece built around a size 16 shoe.

Estimated cost

Estimated: $8,000–$15,000/mo, typical for Midwest PR retainers; not a quote.

Typical industry estimate, not a quote from any firm on this list.

A fit forAgriculture, animal health, food and B2B brands such as Corteva, Zoetis, Purina and McCain that want advertising, PR and digital work from an independent Milwaukee agency focused on ag and B2B.

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Based in
Milwaukee, WI
Led by
David Jordan, Chief Executive Officer
Known for
B2B public relations · agriculture marketing · advertising · social media · experiential
Named clients
McCain Foods, Nestlé Purina, Milwaukee Bucks, Zoetis, Corteva, Pioneer, Acuity, Ingredion
Best for
Agriculture, animal health, food and B2B brands such as Corteva, Zoetis, Purina and McCain that want advertising, PR and digital work from an independent Milwaukee agency focused on ag and B2B.
Selected work
  • Zoetis. Brand campaign on the bond between cattle producers and their animals, which drew over 155K impressions in two weeks. source ↗
  • McCain Foods. Launched Mini Mashers with a cross-country chef competition in place of a standard product launch. source ↗
  • Milwaukee Bucks. Direct mail piece built around a size 16 shoe. source ↗
Recognition
Estimated cost

Estimated: $8,000–$15,000/mo, typical for Midwest PR retainers; not a quote.

Typical industry estimate, not a quote from any firm on this list.

Bader Rutter homepage, captured September 28, 2026
baderrutter.com · homepage on September 28, 2026

Sources baderrutter.com, odwyerpr.com, biztimes.com · LinkedIn ↗

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