THE MAROON BREW
Maroon PR’s Elevator Pitch: An AI-Powered Exercise
At Maroon PR, we’re committed to growth, adaptability, and embracing new, effective ways of thinking and working. This philosophy extends to every facet of our agency, from how we collaborate with clients to how we strengthen our internal team dynamics. Recently, our...
Introducing Season 3 of the MPR Podcast
New year, new season! Maroon PR's "SPIN is a Four-Letter Word" podcast is back for its third season with a fresh focus. Look out for biweekly episodes of "The Brew" as we dive into hot topics in public relations and share smart, actionable strategies. Join the MPR...
Closing 2024: Celebrating Maroon PR’s Year-End Wins Across Nonprofits, Sports, and Hospitality
As we wrap up 2024, our team is taking a break to reflect on an incredible year filled with meaningful accomplishments. In these final months, we’ve been especially proud to support our clients with impactful announcements, campaigns, and creative initiatives. To celebrate, we’re sharing recent highlights from each of our core areas of focus—Maroon Cares, Maroon Plays, and Maroon Gathers!
The Maroon Brew: The Non-Agency, Agency
From John Maroon, Founder and President, Maroon PR I recently spoke with one of our nonprofit clients, and she shared something that truly resonated with me. It captured what I believe defines Maroon PR—how we engage with our clients and approach our work. We've...
MPR Helps Maryland Cycling Classic Ride Into Local Classrooms
When the Maryland Sports Commission (MSC) and its nonprofit arm, the Sport & Entertainment Corporation of Maryland (SECMD), made the difficult decision to postpone the 3rd edition of the Maryland Cycling Classic this year, they redirected their efforts toward...
June Off to a Busy (and Fun) Start for Maroon PR
Maroon Cares, MPR’s branch focusing on its nonprofit work and Maroon Plays, dedicated to MPR’s sports clients, got off to a busy and exciting start this month.
Navigating a Potential TikTok Ban – Three Steps to Take Now
By, Amanda Sarver MPR Social & Digital Strategist The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation on Saturday that included a nationwide ban on TikTok if the Beijing-based parent company, ByteDance, doesn’t divest and sell to an owner that is not classified...
Maroon PR – 18 Year Reflection: Thriving through Evolution
President and Founder, John Maroon reflects on 18 years of Maroon PR As Maroon PR gears up for its 18th anniversary, I'm reflecting on our journey from the beginning to where we are today. When I started Maroon PR in 2006, (doesn't feel that long ago, does it?), our...
Maroon PR 2023 Year in Review
From headlines to hashtags, Maroon PR secured an incredible amount of coverage for our clients throughout the earned, owned, and paid spaces. Watch our video recap below! Earned Media Secured earned media coverage in 43 states, the UK, and Ireland, including Good...
Spreading Joy and Impact: A Season of Giving with Our Nonprofit Partners
In the spirit of the giving season, Maroon PR proudly highlights the impactful campaigns of four nonprofit partners: The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF), the Maryland Food Bank (MFB), the Brigance Brigade Foundation (BBF), and The Boys & Girls Clubs of...
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🏆 Top Dog Award: @emma_cenicacelaya!
Emma is our talented Multimedia Production Specialist, and her work never disappoints. Last week, she knocked it out of the park with a stunning sizzle reel, took charge of a challenging client project, and fully embraced ownership of our Maroon PR Podcast—producing, recording, and editing with energy and excellence. We’re lucky to have her on the team! 🎬👏 @jack_maroon_greyhound 🐶
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🏆 Top Dog Award: @emma_cenicacelaya!
Emma is our talented Multimedia Production Specialist, and her work never disappoints. Last week, she knocked it out of the park with a stunning sizzle reel, took charge of a challenging client project, and fully embraced ownership of our Maroon PR Podcast—producing, recording, and editing with energy and excellence. We’re lucky to have her on the team! 🎬👏 @jack_maroon_greyhound 🐶
#MaroonPR #TopDogAward #PR #MPRLife #MPRBrew #podcast
📲Pick Up the Phone! John, Nancy, and Eliana discuss today’s media relations landscape and MPR’s approach to crafting compelling pitches, the power of a phone call, and why journalist relationships are still the core of media relations.
🎧: Listen to the full episode at the link in our bio
#MaroonPR #MPRBrew #SPINisaFourLetterWord #podcast #publicrelations #mediarelations

📲Pick Up the Phone! John, Nancy, and Eliana discuss today’s media relations landscape and MPR’s approach to crafting compelling pitches, the power of a phone call, and why journalist relationships are still the core of media relations.
🎧: Listen to the full episode at the link in our bio
#MaroonPR #MPRBrew #SPINisaFourLetterWord #podcast #publicrelations #mediarelations
The Maroon PR TOP DOG Award is back! This prestigious trophy is awarded weekly by our Chief of Staff, @jack_maroon_greyhound (with input from @mdprguy) and given to a team member that achieved success or was simply a great team player. 🏆
First award of 2025 goes to Nancy Yasharoff for her January media placements for clients - a national story and two great local festures for her nonprofit clients!
#MaroonPR #TopDog #PR #AgencyLife

The Maroon PR TOP DOG Award is back! This prestigious trophy is awarded weekly by our Chief of Staff, @jack_maroon_greyhound (with input from @mdprguy) and given to a team member that achieved success or was simply a great team player. 🏆
First award of 2025 goes to Nancy Yasharoff for her January media placements for clients - a national story and two great local festures for her nonprofit clients!
#MaroonPR #TopDog #PR #AgencyLife
“We must use time creatively, in the knowledge that the time is always right to do right.” -Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. #marooncares #mdfoodbank #mlkday #endhunger

“We must use time creatively, in the knowledge that the time is always right to do right.” -Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. #marooncares #mdfoodbank #mlkday #endhunger
New year, new season! Maroon PR’s “SPIN is a Four-Letter Word” podcast is back for its third season with a fresh focus. Welcome to The Brew, where our team dives into hot topics in public relations and share smart, actionable strategies.
In E1, “New Year, Clear Goals,” Sophie, Mike, and Matt W. discuss goal setting and strategic planning for the year ahead. Whether you’re mapping out strategies for brand growth, driving engagement, or tackling key objectives, this episode outlines a roadmap for how we turn vision into results. 🔗 in bio
Edited and produced by @emma_cenicacelaya, art by @sarahreneehill
#MaroonPR #MPRBrew #SPINisaFourLetterWord #Podcast #TheBrew #PublicRelations

New year, new season! Maroon PR’s “SPIN is a Four-Letter Word” podcast is back for its third season with a fresh focus. Welcome to The Brew, where our team dives into hot topics in public relations and share smart, actionable strategies.
In E1, “New Year, Clear Goals,” Sophie, Mike, and Matt W. discuss goal setting and strategic planning for the year ahead. Whether you’re mapping out strategies for brand growth, driving engagement, or tackling key objectives, this episode outlines a roadmap for how we turn vision into results. 🔗 in bio
Edited and produced by @emma_cenicacelaya, art by @sarahreneehill
#MaroonPR #MPRBrew #SPINisaFourLetterWord #Podcast #TheBrew #PublicRelations