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07/30/2026

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06/29/2026

Why MRC

We’re intentionally built differently.

By partnering with a select group of clients, every engagement is led by founder Caren Leonard and backed by senior-level strategy, thoughtful collaboration and a personalized approach. We believe the strongest communications programs create meaningful moments, build lasting relationships and generate visibility that drives long-term growth.

06/29/2026

Our Work

Every brand has a different story. Our job is to help the right people hear it.

From restaurant launches and boutique hotels to national consumer brands and innovative hospitality concepts, here’s a look at some of the campaigns we’ve been proud to help bring to life.

Click the link in our bio to view full case studies.

06/29/2026

Our Services

Modern communications is about more than media coverage. From strategic communications and media relations to creative programming, thought leadership and AI visibility, we help hospitality, food & beverage and emerging brands build meaningful momentum.

Ready to tell your story? Let’s talk.

02/24/2026

Three Cities Social Founder Draymond Washington stopped by WGN TV to share more about the new weekday coffee conversation series, What Chicago Taught Me!

The series kicks off tomorrow, Wednesday, February 25, with Kevin Boehm, who will reflect on what Chicago has taught him about hospitality, leadership and building something meaningful.

Tickets are still available and 100% of proceeds benefit Giving Kitchen supporting food service workers in crisis.

We hope to see you there!

Candid conversations with influential Chicagoans. Three Cities Social Club presents “What Chicago Taught Me” a weekday morning coffee series featuring the movers and shakers of our city…

02/19/2026

We love when a trend story comes together!

When Avli Winnetka expanded and added the North Shore’s first vinyl-inspired listening lounge, we flagged it to the fab Ally Marotti at Crain's Chicago Business. Around the same time, Three Cities Social was building out a dedicated vinyl room in its new Wicker Park clubhouse.

That sparked a bigger conversation and Ally zoomed out to spotlight the full rise of listening bars across Chicago, featuring spots like Charis Listening Bar and Parachute Restaurant.

The story was not only shared online, but in print and on the Crain's Daily Gist podcast.

So proud to see both MRC partners included in this one. Analog is back and hospitality is leading the way!

Read the full article here: https://www.chicagobusiness.com/restaurants/chicago-listening-bars-gain-popularity

02/18/2026

We're excited to share that MRC partner Three Cities Social is launching a new weekday morning coffee conversation series called What Chicago Taught Me.

Hosted by Three Cities founder Draymond Washington, the series invites guests to reflect on how Chicago has shaped their personal journeys, creative practices and professional paths.

Kicking off the series on Wednesday, February 25 at 10 a.m. is Kevin Boehm, Boka Restaurant Group co-founder and author of The Bottomless Cup.

One hundred percent of ticket proceeds will be donated to Giving Kitchen!

After each conversation, guests are invited to stay, tour the River North clubhouse and co-work for the day.

If you’re interested in attending one (or all) of the coffee chats, you can find the ticket link here: https://tinyurl.com/4pc6ejfc

01/14/2026

We’re honored to represent Avli Winnetka as their upcoming expansion takes shape. Recently spotlighted in NS Magazine | Modern Luxury, the project introduces a renovation, new culinary direction and a vinyl-inspired bar concept unlike anything else on the .