Ruder Finn Acquires Big Sky Communications

Ruder Finn Acquires Flightpath

March 11, 2024

Marketing & Advertising

Ruder Finn, a global communications and creative agency, has acquired Flightpath, a 30-year-old New York–based digital marketing agency with a 25-person team. Flightpath founder and CEO Jon Fox will report to Ruder Finn Global CEO Kathy Bloomgarden; the deal strengthens Ruder Finn's Digital Integration Group and AI-powered RF Studio53 with no layoffs expected.

Ruder Finn Acquires Peppercomm

March 31, 2022

Marketing & Advertising

Ruder Finn has acquired Peppercomm, the integrated communications and marketing firm founded by Steve Cody. Peppercomm will continue to operate under its brand with Cody remaining CEO and reporting to Ruder Finn's CEO; there will be no layoffs and the acquisition is intended to expand Ruder Finn's capabilities and service offerings.

Ruder Finn Acquires Missouri Creative

January 29, 2026

Marketing & Advertising

Ruder Finn has acquired Missouri Creative, a London-based creative agency specializing in visual storytelling, immersive 2D/3D design, animation and experiential brand activation. The acquisition strengthens Ruder Finn’s RF Studio53 creative platform, expands its capability to deliver image-first, AI-enabled brand experiences globally, and will see Missouri Creative continue operating from its UK office with founders Paul Brennan and Stuart Wood leading the team.

FINN Partners Acquires Barokas Communications

August 15, 2021

Marketing & Advertising

FINN Partners, a global independent marketing and communications firm, acquired Barokas Communications, a Seattle- and Denver-based tech-focused PR agency. The deal expands FINN's tech practice capabilities and provides the firm with established presences in the high-growth Seattle and Denver markets; Barokas leadership will join FINN's Global Tech Practice leadership team.

Ruder Finn Acquires Touchdown

November 7, 2022

Marketing & Advertising

Ruder Finn has acquired Touchdown, a specialist enterprise technology public relations and communications agency. The deal adds 65 specialists and strengthens Ruder Finn's technology & innovation practice while expanding its presence in Austin, Texas and the U.K.

Ruder Finn Acquires Osmosis Films

July 21, 2020

Marketing & Advertising

Global PR and communications agency Ruder Finn has acquired Brooklyn-based video content studio Osmosis Films to expand its multi-platform video storytelling, animation and interactive media capabilities. The deal brings in-house video production services and technology tools to Ruder Finn's creative offering; Osmosis has produced work for Fortune 500 clients and major non-profits since its founding in 2011.