PHILADELPHIA (September 8, 2025) – Buchanan Public Relations LLC, a full-service public relations, digital strategy, and crisis communications agency, today announced a change in ownership. Partners Megan Yocum and John Reynolds, who have served as minority owners for the past three years, have acquired the remaining ownership interests from Founder Anne A. Buchanan, APR. Yocum and Reynolds, who will serve as Principals, will jointly own the firm and lead its continued growth.
Anne Buchanan, who founded Buchanan Public Relations nearly 30 years ago, will step away from the day-to-day operations of the firm. She will continue to support the agency as a consultant. Under her leadership, the agency evolved from a one-person consultancy into an award-winning national agency with a reputation for strategic insight, creativity and integrity. Over the course of her career, Buchanan achieved significant milestones individually and for the agency, including:
- Receiving the PRSA Maxine Elkin Award for Distinguished Service, which honors public relations professionals who demonstrate a commitment to the advancement of the profession
- Being named a Woman of Distinction by the Philadelphia Business Journal, which spotlights the region’s most influential businesswomen
- Being a founding member of the Public Relations Global Network (PRGN), which has grown to more than 50 agencies globally
- Leading the announcement of Rosemont College’s dramatic tuition reduction, which started a national conversation on tuition costs in higher education
- Winning numerous awards from PRSA Philadelphia’s annual Pepperpot Awards, along with multiple PRGN Global PR Awards
“It has been the honor of my career to build Buchanan Public Relations and work alongside so many talented colleagues and incredible clients,” said Buchanan. “When I started this agency from a spare bedroom, I never imagined the impact it would have or the relationships it would foster. Watching Meg and Johnny grow from promising young professionals into thoughtful leaders has been one of my greatest joys. I know they will lead the agency with vision, courage, and the same client-first commitment that has always defined our work.”
In their new roles, Yocum will guide overall agency strategy, with a focus on marketing, human resources and talent development; Reynolds will direct business development and financial operations. Together, they will oversee Buchanan PR’s operations and strategic vision, building on its legacy of excellence.
“This is an exciting new chapter for Buchanan Public Relations,” said Yocum. “Johnny and I are humbled to carry forward the culture, values and high standards established by Anne. We’re deeply grateful for her mentorship and are excited to continue building upon the agency’s strong foundation.”
“Our goal is to honor Anne’s legacy by continuing to evolve the agency, embracing new opportunities and ensuring our clients remain at the heart of everything we do,” said Reynolds.
Buchanan Public Relations serves leading corporations, local businesses and nonprofits across a range of industries. The agency is a founding member of the Public Relations Global Network, a consortium of more than 50 independently owned agencies worldwide. For more information, visit buchananpr.com.
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