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

Franco

Franco is an integrated communications agency headquartered in Detroit and founded in 1964. It combines PR, marketing, social media and design services and its site cites work for Stroh's, Buddy's Pizza, Belle Isle Park, the GMRENCEN, the North American International Auto Show and the Chevrolet Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix, as well as steel and power-grid clients. O'Dwyer's 2022 Midwest ranking recorded 28 full-time staff. Nobody pays to be ranked.

Why it’s hereDetroit's longest-running independent PR agency, in business since 1964 with a client list of named Detroit institutions. Number 5 of the PR firms in the Midwest.

Who leads itTina Kozak, Chief Executive Officer.

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 forMichigan organizations in mobility, healthcare, education, economic development and professional services that need PR, crisis communications, social and advertising from one Detroit firm, with global reach through the Public Relations Global Network.

Based in
Detroit, MI
Founded
1964
Team size
11–50 people
Led by
Tina Kozak, Chief Executive Officer
Known for
public relations · social media · marketing · design · automotive and industrial
Named clients
Stroh's, Buddy's Pizza, Belle Isle Park, GMRENCEN, North American International Auto Show, Chevrolet Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix
Best for
Michigan organizations in mobility, healthcare, education, economic development and professional services that need PR, crisis communications, social and advertising from one Detroit firm, with global reach through the Public Relations Global Network.
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.

Office
2111 Woodward Ave., Suite 910 · Detroit, MI · 48201 · 313-567-2300
Franco homepage, captured September 28, 2026
franco.com · homepage on September 28, 2026

Sources franco.com, odwyerpr.com · LinkedIn ↗

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