ATLANTA – Aug. 24, 2026 – For more than two decades, Mike Neumeier, APR, has helped B2B organizations share their stories, strengthen their brands, and turn communications into business growth. Today, that impact has earned national recognition, with PRNEWS naming the Arketi Group CEO one of its 2026 People of the Year.

The annual program recognizes leaders, innovators, and rising talent driving the future of public relations and communications. Neumeier was honored in the Agency CEOs category, which recognizes leaders strengthening their agencies while helping move the profession forward.

“This recognition may have my name on it, but it reflects what Team Arketi has built together,” said Neumeier. “Our industry continues to evolve, creating new opportunities to connect communications more directly to business strategy. I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished and even more excited about where we’re headed next.”

The honor comes during one of the most transformative periods in Arketi’s history. In 2026, Philadelphia-based Braithwaite Communications and Boston-area Sperling Interactive joined the Arketi platform, expanding the firm’s geographic footprint and deepening its capabilities across storytelling, branding, digital marketing, web development, artificial intelligence, social media, and crisis communications.

That growth reflects the philosophy Neumeier has championed since co-founding Arketi more than 20 years ago: bringing communications, marketing, creative, and digital disciplines together to solve business challenges. Under his leadership, the agency has evolved into a nationally recognized firm serving B2B organizations across a range of complex industries.

While growing Arketi, Neumeier has also remained a dedicated advocate for the communications profession. An Accredited in Public Relations (APR) practitioner, he has received more than 100 industry awards. His honors include induction into PRSA Georgia’s Order of the Phoenix, recognition as one of the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Most Admired CEOs, PRSA’s Technology PR Professional of the Year, and induction into the National PRSSA Hall of Fame.

Neumeier has also served in leadership roles with PRSA Georgia, PRSA Counselors Academy, the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), and FinTech Atlanta. He continues to support the next generation of communications professionals through advisory councils, mentorship, and board service.

To view the complete list of 2026 PRNEWS People of the Year, visit the PRNEWS website.

About Arketi Group
Arketi Group helps organizations develop and execute digital marketing and communications strategies that drive real business impact. Trusted by companies including Cantaloupe, CHEP, Kahua, Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC, Stryten Energy, and Zyxel Communications, Arketi is consistently recognized by Chief Marketer and PRNEWS as a “B2B Top Shop.” Learn more at arketi.com.