81% of consumers research online before buying
"81% of consumers conduct online research before making buying decisions," attributed to Ad Week and cited by Ace Branding on acebranding.com.
By the numbers
PR for entrepreneurs, by the numbers
Last updated: November 2026
The numbers behind PR for entrepreneurs point one way: buyers research before they buy, founders shape the biggest companies, and agency PR is often priced high.
This Ace Branding page collects published statistics, each with its source, and keeps them separate from the figures Ace Branding reports about itself. Market statistics come from the American Immigration Council, Crackle PR, and an Ad Week figure cited by Ace Branding.
Does PR actually matter for entrepreneurs?
Yes, because most buyers look you up first. Ace Branding cites an Ad Week figure that 81% of consumers conduct online research before making buying decisions. If those searches turn up credible coverage, the research works for you. If they turn up nothing, the buyer has less reason to trust you.
Published statistics
45.8% of the 2026 Fortune 500 were founded by immigrants or their children
The American Immigration Council found that 229 of the companies on the 2026 Fortune 500, or 45.8 percent, were founded by immigrants or their children. Founder stories, including stories of moving countries to build a business, sit behind nearly half of America's largest companies. Source: American Immigration Council, "Immigrant Entrepreneurs Power Nearly Half of the 2026 Fortune 500".
$9.8 trillion in revenue from those 229 companies
According to the same American Immigration Council report, these 229 New American Fortune 500 companies generated $9.8 trillion in revenue in fiscal year 2025. Source: American Immigration Council.
A $12k per month pricing floor in one 2026 agency ranking
Crackle PR's "Best B2B PR Agencies 2026" page notes, in a 2026-07-08 update, that it refreshed its pricing floor to $12k per month. Source: Crackle PR, "Best B2B PR Agencies 2026: 10 Firms Ranked".
Ace Branding's own figures
Ace Branding also states on its contact page that it has served approximately 1,500 clients and secured over 5,000 media features for them. Case study figures appear on the case studies page.
- Years of experience
- 12
- Clients served
- 1523
- Articles published
- 4773
- Podcast reach
- 100M+
- Publications in the guaranteed network
- 800+
Figures as stated by Ace Branding on acebranding.com, as of November 2026. These are the firm's own reported numbers, not an independent audit.
How to read these numbers
Market statistics describe the world, not Ace Branding's results, and are attributed to the organizations that published them. Ace Branding figures are the firm's own and have not been independently audited. See the methodology or return to PR for entrepreneurs.
Common questions
See all 48 questionsWhy does PR matter for a small business owner?
PR matters because buyers research before they buy. Ace Branding cites an Ad Week figure that 81% of consumers conduct online research before making buying decisions. Coverage in recognized publications gives those researchers a reason to trust you, which can shorten the sales cycle and help you stand out from competitors who show up with nothing.
Does PR help with SEO?
It can help with how your name appears in search. Improving SEO is one of the three goals Ace Branding lists for digital PR, alongside brand awareness and brand credibility. The firm works to optimize your Google reputation so you control the narrative when people search your name or brand. No one can honestly guarantee specific search rankings.
What is Ace Branding's track record?
As stated on acebranding.com, Ace Branding has 12 years of experience, 1523 clients served, 4773 articles published, and 100M+ podcast reach. Its own FAQ describes approximately 1,500 clients and over 5,000 media features secured. These are the firm’s own reported figures rather than an independent audit, so ask for references relevant to you.
How much does PR for entrepreneurs cost?
Ace Branding does not publish prices; it quotes after a free consultation based on the mix of press features, podcast tours, and TV appearances you need. For a market reference, Crackle PR's 2026 ranking of B2B PR agencies references a $12k per month pricing floor for the firms it lists. Ace Branding does not require a retainer.
Is this about PR as in permanent residency for entrepreneurs?
No. This site covers public relations, not permanent residency. Many searches for "PR for entrepreneurs" come from people researching business immigration routes such as the Government of Canada Start-up Visa Program. If that is what you need, an official government site or a licensed immigration professional is the right source. Here, PR means press, podcast, and TV coverage.
Can PR actually grow my business?
It can contribute, though no firm can promise revenue. In Ace Branding's case studies, Rabu Gary's 27 features helped him qualify for social media verification and grow his business by over 200%, and UIGISC grew from 100,000 to over 300,000 members after 30 features. These are client results the firm reports.