John Deveney, ABC, APR, Fellow PRSA, IABC Fellow

President

New Orleans, Louisiana
Repeatedly recognized as a Top 5 U.S. Boutique Agency specializing in Crisis, PR, digital, and creative. Caters to clients nationwide. Offices: New Orleans.
Media Relations
100%
Social Media
100%
Crisis Communications
100%
Strategy and Planning
100%

DEVENEY

DEVENEY is a dynamic marketing firm specializing in campaigns and strategies that drive action. With offices in New Orleans and West Palm Beach, this award-winning agency excels in public relations, marketing, digital, and creative services. Established in 1996 by communication pioneer John Deveney, the firm has evolved into an “engagement agency,” delivering research-driven strategies that build meaningful connections between brands and their audiences.

Operating at the crossroads of creativity and strategy, DEVENEY unites all communication disciplines—public relations, digital marketing, and creative services—into comprehensive solutions. Their innovative approach and measurable results have earned them international recognition.

DEVENEY’s team brings deep expertise across industries like healthcare, hospitality and tourism, higher education, and crisis communication. Notable clients include Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Emeril’s Restaurant Group, Bayou Rum/Stoli Group USA, the New Mexico Tourism Department, and LCMC Health. The firm has also managed critical communications during events such as Hurricanes Katrina and Rita and the BP oil spill, highlighting their crisis management expertise.

From launching high-impact PR campaigns to executing data-driven digital strategies and producing standout creative work, DEVENEY tailors its full-service approach to meet clients’ unique needs. Whether managing reputations during crises or building brands from the ground up, the agency excels at solving complex challenges with innovative thinking and attention to detail.

DEVENEY has earned numerous accolades, including “Agency of the Year” awards from PR Week and PR Daily and multiple PR News honors like the Agency Elite and Top Women in PR Awards. Their dedication to innovation and client success cements their status as a leader in marketing and communications.

Committed to excellence, storytelling, and delivering real results, DEVENEY is a trusted partner for brands aiming to stand out in a crowded marketplace. Whether collaborating with legacy institutions or startups, the agency’s mission remains consistent: to move audiences to action and help clients thrive.