Boutique Public Relations based in New York’s Hudson Valley
Over the past 24 years, Ruby Press founder Melissa Davis has established herself as a trailblazer in the industry. And while she has collaborated with an impressive array of clients, including Michelin-starred chefs and iconic fashion houses, she thrives on partnering with small business owners.
Melissa’s extensive experience and boundless energy, paired with a stellar client roster have made Ruby Press a trusted name among media pros and influencers. (Over 95% of her business is based on referrals.) Her background as a fashion editor and content creator gives her a unique perspective, enabling her to seamlessly collaborate with editors, writers, and influencers. As a result, her media outreach consistently garners the enthusiastic responses you’d expect from a seasoned PR expert.
Her efforts have secured placements for her clients in the most prestigious media outlets many times over, including Architectural Digest, The New York Times, and Vogue. With personal relationships spanning both veteran editors and prominent social media influencers—a rarity in the PR world—Melissa bridges the gap between traditional and social media with ease. And she is a connector, bringing like-minded brands together for strategic partnerships and events.
Ruby Press specializes in editorial placement, social media marketing, strategic partnerships, and events, and consultant Mendy Waits (@angrybaker & @prettycitiesnewyork) heads up strategic social media planning.
What Clients Are Saying
“Melissa is simply the best! I only wish I’d started working with her sooner. She makes the work of being a small business owner fun and inspiring again. She is the best cheerleader, so creative, and an absolute natural at what she does—with decades of experience to make it all look like a breeze.”
— Betsy Thorleifson, Owner of Nine Cakes
“Hands down one of the best investments I've made for my business, brand, and career!”
— Shira Gill, Professional Organizer and author of Minimalista
“Melissa's years of publicity and editorial experience are second to none. She is a joy to work with and I greatly value her advice on all things publicity, editorial, and more. I am thankful that my life's passion -- my small art business -- is in her very capable hands.”
-Erin Hupp, Ceramic Artist and founder of Erin Hupp Ceramics
“As busy small business owners, anyone who can be a cheerleader, a coach, a friend, and an effective PR agent all in one is an incredible treasure. Melissa has become a trusted ally and a North Star we turn to for advice.”
-Ellen Waggett and Christopher Landy, Owners of Bimi’s Canteen and Bimi’s Cheese Shop
“Together, we have built our brand from a local phenomenon to a nationally recognized brand.”
— Hillary Peterson, Founder and CEO of True Botanicals
“Right out of the gate I received press coverage from one of the industry's top trade publications, and within several months I'd been featured in over 30 magazines. Nearly all of my first year sales came from PR along with other opportunities I hadn't even imagined.”
— Ted Bradley, Founder of Ted Bradley Studio
“Hiring Ruby Press and working with Melissa has been one of the best investments I could have made for my design firm…”
-Natalie Papier, Interior Designer and Author of Start with the Art
“Working with Melissa and her great team at Ruby is game-changing. Her skill and experience with editors and editorial means I don’t have to be good at that part . . . because SHE IS.”
-Windy Chien, Artist and Author of The Year of Knots