Founded in 1997, FWV is the Southeast’s largest independent PR, Advertising, Digital and Social Media agency.

Raleigh, NC
Joined October 2009
🏆 FWV won 10 Bulldog PR Awards: 4 Gold, 4 Silver & 2 Bronze! The awards span client campaigns + agency categories, including B2C Agency of the Year, Leader of the Year and more: fwv-us.com/news/fwv-named-bu…
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🏆 FWV is a finalist in six campaign categories and two agency categories in the 2026 @PRDaily Awards, including Agency of the Year! Congratulations to Rick French on his Executive of the Year finalist nomination!
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A little sparkle, a lot of Canes spirit! ✨🏒 FWV teamed up with REEDS Jewelers and Mary Bussi to bring together the wives and girlfriends of Carolina Hurricanes players and coaching staff for an exclusive shopping experience at REEDS’ Fenton location in Cary, NC.
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Our client Seager is making headlines for a great cause! 💗 @People featured the Seager's Uncle Bill x @KeepABreast Snapback Hat in its roundup of 25 products giving back for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Read the full article: bit.ly/4yc4OFv
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Big news from NYC! We took home Healthcare Campaign of the Year at last night’s @PRNews Platinum Awards for our work on behalf of @dollychildrens! 🏆 Read the full press release: fwv-us.com/news/fwv-wins-pla…
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FWV has been named a Top 2026 Agency by @PRDaily! 🏆 We’re proud to be included among this year’s honorees and look forward to celebrating together in December.
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We’re thrilled to announce that French/West/Vaughan has been retained as Agency of Record for Carolina Performing Arts’ inaugural “All. Together. Now.” Festival! Read the full press release here: fwv-us.com/news/french-west-…
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Today, @CBSMornings and @PEOPLE spotlighted @DollyChildrens and the people helping carry Dolly’s legacy of giving forward. Watch the CBS Mornings segment: bit.ly/3TupN8n Learn more and support 9 to 5 Day: bit.ly/3VPraiA
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The latest edition of FWV FYI is live! From major industry recognition to exciting work across the agency, there's plenty to celebrate at FWV. Full edition of FWV FYI: bit.ly/4yaJsJn
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Guess My Number: Marketing Edition with our Fall interns 👀 In an ever-changing media landscape, how much do our ages influence the platforms we use, the media we consume and the habits we’ve held onto? Who do you think came closest? #FWV #Agency
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Today, FWV came together for a day of service through @ActivateGood in recognition of 9/11. As we mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11, we’re proud to spend the day giving back while remembering those we lost and the lasting impact of that day. #911DayofService26
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We’re honored to be named to the 2027 PRNEWS Agency Elite Top 120, recognizing the most innovative PR and communications firms in the industry. We’re proud to see our team and clients recognized for work that continues to push ideas forward and make an impact.
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We’re looking for bright, eager students to join our team and gain hands-on experience at an award-winning PR and integrated marketing agency. 📍 Location: FULLY IN-PERSON | Raleigh, NC office ⏰ Commitment: 12–15 hours/week Apply here: bit.ly/3I95Evf
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Describe your job in 5 seconds or less, FWV style. ⏱
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We went hunting for the most random things around the FWV office, and the team did not disappoint. 🕵️‍♀️🤪 Which item is your favorite?
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Who comes to mind first? 💭 It's Millennial vs Gen Z to see how they finish these iconic celebrity names.
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We’re thrilled to announce that FWV has been named a finalist in the 2026 @PRNews Platinum Awards across six categories!
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Winners will be revealed live at the 2026 PRNEWS Platinum Awards Gala on October 6 at The Lighthouse in New York City. We’re excited to join fellow finalists and leaders from across the industry as we celebrate the work setting the standard for PR excellence. Cheers to it!
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Start your engines! 🏁 We are excited to support our client @NC_GHSP in bringing NASCAR driver @RossChastain to @rushhourkarting in Garner on Aug. 13. The free event will feature a fan meet-and-greet and a wristband lottery offering up to 22 attendees the chance to race Ross!
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It also carries an important message: Speed belongs on the track, not on North Carolina roads. 🚦 Speed a little, lose a lot. Think you can beat a NASCAR pro? Come find out! 🏎 Learn more about the event here: bit.ly/4cxjZB7
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Join us in donating school supplies for local elementary, middle, and high schools! Want to pitch in? 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ It’s easy! Just send us a DM or email Cameron at [email protected] to coordinate your donation. Thank you so much for helping us give back to our amazing community! 💛
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