Golden Word

Golden Word is a PR and Social Media Marketing Agency based in Richmond, Virginia, that specializes in strategic storytelling to create meaningful human connections between clients and their audiences. The agency serves consumer and lifestyle brands across multiple industries including food and beverage, hospitality and tourism, real estate, retail and e-commerce. Their unique approach focuses on creating awareness and driving engagement through comprehensive public relations, social media marketing, influencer marketing, and content marketing services. Notable clients include Duke's Mayo, Ledbury (premium men's fashion), Hardywood Park Craft Brewery, Sweetgreen, Bittermilk, Shades of Light, Garden & Gun, Miller's All Day, Blade and Bow, Clifton, Grit Coffee, Snowing in Space, and Matteo's Salsa. The agency has demonstrated exceptional results with long-term client partnerships, including over a decade of successful work with Ledbury and transformational growth support for Hardywood Park Craft Brewery. Golden Word's expertise extends to traditional PR, influencer relations, social media presence development, and community activation. The company was founded by Elisabeth Edelman and was acquired by 5th Business, a Canadian sales and marketing group, in 2024. Their team of eight professionals operates with a 'talk like a human' approach, providing full on-site support and delivering meaningful results through strategic communications that drive both brand awareness and revenue growth.