Katherine Heaviside

As the head of one of the most influential public relations companies on Long Island, Katherine Heaviside understands the challenges of this unique market inside and out—and how to come out on top. Her roster of clients reads like a who’s-who of the local business world, thanks to her hard work, savvy insight and strong connections that’s she created since she founded the firm more than 35 years ago. It’s no understatement to say that she knows all the movers and the shakers here on a first-name basis. And when outsiders want to accomplish something on the Island—from an out-of-state retailer seeking to open a new store or a developer seeking to bid on a big infrastructure project, she’s the one they turn to first, because her record of achievement is incomparable. Nobody else around can navigate the political landscape, work the media, and win over the community like her. In recognition of her outstanding record, Heaviside was given the Athena Leadership award by KPMG, one of the world’s leading professional services firms. She also serves on the Long Island Association and the United Way’s Boards of Directors. As a rule, Heaviside prefers to stay behind the scenes so the spotlight can shine on her clients, but she’s by their side when they need her the most, whether it’s promoting exciting new developments or doing some serious damage control to protect a reputation. She’s the one they call, because no one else can match her knowledge, experience and relationships. As Heaviside has proved time and time again, she knows how to get the job done and make good things happen.