A note from INK: As our clients grow and their communications needs evolve, we want to be able to support them wherever new opportunities take them. We’ve joined PROI Worldwide to extend the reach of our programs beyond North America through a network of independent agencies we can partner with when our clients need communications support in international markets. This gives our clients access to local market expertise while maintaining the close, strategic partnerships that define how we work. It also creates opportunities to bring INK’s B2B technology and energy expertise to international companies seeking communications support in the U.S. and Canada.
Chicago, Illinois, USA, October 20, 2026 – PROI Worldwide, the world’s largest partnership of independent communications agencies, today announced the addition of INK Communications Co., headquartered in Austin, Texas.
Founded in 2004, INK specialises in B2B technology and energy communications, bringing together expertise across public relations, corporate communications, AI visibility, content, digital marketing, brand strategy and creative services. With a presence in Austin, Denver, New York and across the U.S., the agency helps organisations navigate complex markets, build visibility and achieve measurable business outcomes.
“INK represents exactly the kind of specialist, entrepreneurial agency we want to bring into PROI,” says PROI Worldwide Global Chair, Angela Scaffidi. “Their deep expertise in technology and energy, combined with their integrated approach and commitment to innovation, will add valuable capabilities to our global partnership.”
INK has built a strong reputation for delivering integrated communications programmes that connect strategy with business results. The agency has also been recognised among PRovoke Media’s Top 100 U.S. agencies and received recognition from Fast Company for its innovative workplace culture.
For INK, joining PROI Worldwide provides an opportunity to extend its clients’ communications programmes internationally while contributing its specialist expertise to other agencies across the network. “Our clients need and want us to be able to reach into other countries and have partners that they can work with to extend their programmes and stories,” says Kari Hernandez, Co-founder of INK Communications Co. “We want to be that resource also for global companies that are looking to come into Austin or Texas or U.S. tech and energy.”
Beyond international collaboration, INK is looking forward to participating in PROI’s global learning programmes, specialist forums and knowledge-sharing opportunities, particularly around AI and the evolving communications landscape.
INK’s addition reflects PROI Worldwide’s continued focus on broadening its specialist capabilities and connecting independent, entrepreneurial agencies that combine deep sector knowledge with integrated communications expertise.
About PROI Worldwide
PROI Worldwide is a global partnership of independent, entrepreneurial communications agencies, representing combined annual fee billings of US$1.22 billion. With 95 partners in 70 countries, PROI Worldwide harnesses the collective power of leading communications firms, providing clients with local expertise, specialist capabilities and global reach.
About INK Communications Co.
INK Communications Co. is a strategic communications agency for B2B technology and energy companies operating in complex industries. With offices in Austin, Denver and New York City, INK delivers public relations, thought leadership, digital and content marketing, brand strategy, creative, and AI visibility services. Its trademarked Be There Before® methodology helps clients anticipate change, define their narratives, and build enduring credibility before conversations become crowded. For more information, visit https://ink-co.com/
FAQ
Does INK Communications Co. offer international PR and communications support?
Yes. Through its membership in PROI Worldwide, a global network of independent communications agencies, INK can collaborate with local partners to support clients’ communications needs in international markets. This gives clients access to local market knowledge, media relationships, and communications expertise while maintaining their existing relationship with INK.
Can INK Communications Co. support international technology and energy companies entering U.S. markets?
Yes. INK works with international B2B technology and energy companies with operations in North America. Our strategic integrated communications programs build awareness and credibility in U.S. and Canadian markets through public relations, corporate communications, content and digital marketing, AI visibility, brand strategy, and creative services. Through PROI Worldwide, INK can also collaborate with other global agencies in the network whose clients need communications support in North America.
How does INK select its international communications partners?
INK is a member of PROI Worldwide, a global partnership of independent communications agencies selected for their expertise and commitment to quality. Through the network, INK can identify partners with relevant local market knowledge, industry experience, and communications capabilities to meet each client’s specific needs.
