APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations, and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact.
Founded in 1984 with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees with work spanning 80 markets around the world.
Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants, and creators, working together across borders and functions to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political and societal issues.
APCO is a trusted partner to bold, purpose-led leaders, lawmakers, government officials, NGOs, the media, and other stakeholders in the health, energy, technology, transportation and infrastructure, and food and consumer products sectors. For 40 years, the firm has provided public affairs, crisis & reputation, impact, corporate reputation and global solutions services.
APCO is renowned for its ability to champion clients’ interests and permission to operate, build their reputation and strengthen their standing. APCO’s integrated approach and team of tenacious and empathic talent create connections and winning strategies that accelerate progress and deepen impact.
By bringing diverse people and ideas together and working beyond traditional boundaries, APCO builds the un/common ground upon which progress is made.