31. Katherine Heaviside

Those in the media industry are well aware of Epoch 5’s prolific client base, but even we briefly recoiled upon perusing the scores of companies and agencies that the local public relations giant has served throughout the years. The Huntington-based firm counts some of LI’s most important corporations among its client list. The firm’s ability to rake in clients is a reminder that its president, Katherine Heaviside, remains a titan in the industry. Despite big changes in the media and marketing landscape amid the digital revolution, Heaviside has deftly conquered all the obstacles thrown her way and continues to carry on a burgeoning legacy she earned through honesty, trust, and remarkable dedication to her clients. Heaviside’s Epoch 5 is always on the cutting edge, which is apparent for those clients who utilize the firm’s team for best social media and digital marketing practices and media relations of all kinds. Whether clients want to promote a new project in the media or is in dire need of serious crisis management, Heaviside is well-equipped to handle any challenge that comes her way.