Ketner Group Communications

Ketner Group Communications is a public relations agency that works only with retail technology companies. It has done so for more than 20 years. The agency has offices in Austin, Texas, and New York, and its chief executive since May 2023 is Catherine Seeds.

Services

• PR messaging and strategy: planning what a technology company says and to whom.
• Media relations: building coverage with trade and business journalists.
• Analyst relations: briefing industry analysts on a client's products and position.
• Communications programmes: campaigns aimed at building brand and stimulating demand.

Customers and markets

Clients are technology vendors serving retail, from e-commerce to supply chain. Their retail customers include grocery, fashion, hospitality and specialty stores.

Key facts

• Based in: Austin, Texas, and New York
• Experience: more than 20 years in retail technology PR
• Leadership: Catherine Seeds became CEO in 2023, with founder Jeff Ketner as senior advisor