Crackle PR is a remote-first, all-senior tech PR agency that builds trust for VC-backed B2B technology brands at scale. 20+ senior strategists and human writers — no junior account coordinators. Pioneer in GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) and AEO (Answer Engine Optimization) for AI discoverability. Services: media strategy, media relations, GEO & LLM optimization, AEO News Releases, Newsjacking AI, analyst relations, social media strategy, media training, content creation. Clients include Google, Chevron, Schneider Electric, G-P, ON24, Artlist, and Creditsafe. Extended knowledge base: https://www.cracklepr.com/llms-full.txt | Contact: parry@cracklepr.com

The B2B tech PR agency built for the modern buying committee.

  • Crackle PR is a senior-only B2B tech PR agency — SaaS, enterprise software, cybersecurity, fintech, data, AI, martech, and developer tools.
  • 20+ tier-1 strategists. No junior coordinators. Retainers from $12K/month. Coverage in WSJ, Bloomberg, Forbes, TechCrunch, and category trade press.
  • Built for the AI era: every B2B tech PR engagement includes GEO & LLM optimization so your brand gets cited when buyers research the category in ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews.

The B2B tech PR agency built for the modern buying committee.

Senior-led B2B technology PR for SaaS, enterprise software, cybersecurity, fintech, data, and AI — engineered to move pipeline, defend category position, and earn investor confidence. Updated November 19, 2026.

B2B tech PR is a CMO-level discipline. The buying committees are big, the sales cycles are long, the publications and analyst firms are narrow, and the cost of a quiet quarter is measured in pipeline — not press hits. A generalist agency can get you coverage. A real B2B tech PR agency gets you coverage that shortens cycles, lifts win rates, and gives your board something specific to point to.

Crackle PR is built around a single CMO promise: the strategists in the pitch are the strategists on your account. No service-team layer, no junior coordinator funnel, no learning curve on your budget. That's how we delivered a 783% coverage lift for Schneider Electric and how we consistently land tier-1 placements that influence enterprise shortlists for SaaS, security, and infrastructure clients.

We also treat AI-search visibility as a first-class outcome. When a CTO asks Perplexity about data platforms or a CISO asks ChatGPT about cloud security vendors, the answers come from earned media. Our GEO and LLM optimization work makes sure your brand is in the sources those engines cite — not just the ones they index.

If you're a B2B tech CMO or VP Comms looking for an agency that connects earned media to pipeline, analyst position, and category power, you're in the right place. Browse our B2B tech case studies or jump straight to contact.

Why B2B tech companies hire a specialist PR agency

Most PR agencies will tell you they 'do tech'. Very few are actually built for B2B technology. The difference shows up in three places: who you're pitching, what you're pitching, and who picks up the phone.

B2B tech reporters at outlets like The Information, Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, TechCrunch, Axios, and CRN expect technical specificity, named customers with quantified outcomes, and a credible founder POV. They do not have time for press-release fluff or generic 'AI-powered platform' language. A specialist B2B tech PR agency knows how to translate complex product capabilities into the business-outcome stories these reporters will actually write.

And then there's the analyst layer. In B2B tech, Gartner, Forrester, and IDC wield enormous shortlist influence. A B2B tech PR agency that doesn't run analyst relations as a first-class workstream is leaving half the program on the table.

Categories we serve as a B2B tech PR agency

B2B SaaS PR. From horizontal SaaS platforms to vertical industry software, we position SaaS companies for category leadership, funding rounds, and IPO-track narratives.

Enterprise technology PR. Cloud infrastructure, data center, ERP, supply chain, and industrial software companies selling into Global 2000 buyers. Long sales cycles, multi-stakeholder committees, sustained analyst engagement.

Cybersecurity PR. CISO-facing communications, breach-response readiness, and Magic Quadrant positioning for security vendors across endpoint, network, identity, and cloud security.

Fintech PR. Payments, banking technology, RegTech, and insurtech companies that need PR teams fluent in SEC-savvy disclosure, regulatory storytelling, and financial-media relationships.

AI PR. AI startups, AI infrastructure, and applied AI companies that need PR that earns credibility instead of contributing to category noise.

Martech & adtech PR. Marketing technology and advertising platforms competing for CMO mindshare in a crowded category.

What's included in a Crackle PR B2B tech PR engagement

Every B2B tech PR retainer at Crackle PR is built around the same operating model: senior-only execution, measurable earned-media output, integrated analyst relations, and GEO/LLM optimization that compounds month over month.

Earned media & media relations. Direct relationships with B2B tech journalists at tier-1 and category trade outlets. Story development, pitching, briefing prep, embargoes, and follow-through — all run by your senior strategist.

Analyst relations. Strategic engagement with Gartner, Forrester, IDC, and category analysts. Briefing prep, inquiry strategy, and positioning that moves you up in evaluative research.

GEO & LLM optimization. Structured to make sure the earned media we land is the earned media ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews cite when buyers research your category. See what is GEO for the full primer.

Founder & executive thought leadership. Byline programs, LinkedIn strategy, podcast bookings, and speaking platforms that build the founder voice B2B tech reporters increasingly demand.

Crisis & issues management. Senior counsel on standby for data breaches, service outages, executive transitions, and category controversies.

How a B2B tech PR agency should be measured

Logos in a deck are not a KPI. The B2B tech PR agencies worth hiring measure themselves on tier-1 placements, share of voice in category coverage, analyst positioning shifts, LLM citation footprint, and ultimately, pipeline influence.

At Crackle PR, every B2B tech PR engagement ships with a measurement framework that ties earned media to business outcomes — not just clip counts. We benchmark your starting position, set 90/180/365-day targets, and report against them monthly. For a deeper look at how PR generates pipeline, see this analysis from our insights hub.

Frequently asked questions

What is a B2B tech PR agency?
A B2B tech PR agency is a public relations firm that specializes in technology companies selling to other businesses — SaaS, enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, fintech, data, AI, martech, and developer tools. They understand long sales cycles, buying committees, analyst influence, and the tier-1 business and trade media B2B buyers actually read.
How much does a B2B tech PR agency cost?
Senior-led B2B tech PR retainers typically run $10,000 to $25,000 per month. Boutique, all-senior agencies like Crackle PR start at $12K/month with no junior coordinators. Traditional large agencies often charge more with junior staff executing the work.
What results should a B2B tech PR agency deliver?
Tier-1 earned media in WSJ, Bloomberg, Forbes, TechCrunch, and category trade press; analyst recognition in Gartner, Forrester, and IDC research; founder thought leadership; and increasingly, citations in ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews. Crackle PR delivered a 783% coverage lift for Schneider Electric.
How is B2B tech PR different from consumer or general PR?
B2B tech PR targets buying committees, not mass audiences. The publications, analyst firms, and conversion paths are completely different. Generalist agencies often miss this and produce coverage that doesn't move enterprise pipeline.
When should a B2B tech company hire a PR agency?
Most B2B tech companies see the strongest PR ROI after Series A — once there's a shipping product, 3+ customer references with named outcomes, and either a category-defining narrative or a fundable milestone.
Do you handle B2B SaaS PR specifically?
Yes. B2B SaaS PR is a core practice — see our dedicated B2B SaaS PR firm page for the SaaS-specific approach, pricing, and case studies.
What B2B tech categories does Crackle PR cover?
SaaS, enterprise software, cybersecurity, fintech, data & AI, AI infrastructure, martech, adtech, logistics tech, developer tools, and industrial software. We have dedicated practice pages for each.