Leaders call PR Bunker when the hearing room is the battlefield: a contested approval, a mission under strain, a story breaking by the hour. You get senior counsel from someone who has sat on both sides of the table, and one person accountable for the outcome.
Permitting fights, public hearings, and siting, decided by the community before the board ever votes. 165 million square feet permitted.
Community RelationsNonprofits that need credibility before the campaign, visibility for a new ED, or a crisis handled. One Globe story raised $250K with no ask.
Nonprofit PR
Getting contested projects through the community before they reach the permitting office: host towns, public hearings, community benefits agreements and local press. 165 million square feet permitted in Massachusetts.
Crisis counsel while the clock is running. What to say, who says it and who hears it first, from someone who has made these calls before. You stay ahead of the story instead of chasing it.
Earned media that turns into donations and support. One Boston Globe story raised $250K for Hearth without a direct ask.
Smaller organization? Don also runs 1:1 growth advisory for small business owners and nonprofit executive directors.
PR Bunker is senior counsel for the moments reputation decides the outcome — contested approvals, crisis days, capital campaigns, and the push to get in front of the right people for growth. Don works with public agencies, engineering and infrastructure firms, real estate developers, established nonprofits, and corporate leaders operating in public view. One senior advisor, accountable for the outcome.
With 25+ years in journalism, PR, and reputation counsel, Don brings seasoned judgment to every client, every room, and every decision. When you hire PR Bunker, you work with Don — on every call, in every meeting, on every deliverable. No junior handoffs. No agency bloat. Just clear guidance, AI-backed intelligence, and accountability for the outcome.
Don is the best kind of human to do business with. He's generous with his time and knowledge, and his delivery is authentic and genuine.
Don is a very direct and "matter of fact" kind of person, and he really digs in. He's both very creative and very pragmatic, and has created compelling messaging and campaigns for a wide variety of organizations - for profit and nonprofit.
Don has been a truly meaningful presence in our journey. From helping us clarify our messaging to inviting us onto his podcast, Don has consistently shown up with insight, intention, and a genuine desire to see mission-driven work thrive. He listens deeply, asks thoughtful questions, and helps you find the words and direction that already exist within your mission. Don leads with authenticity and creates space for organizations like mine to be seen and heard.
If there were a 10-star rating, Don would earn all 10. If you need an expert PR firm to share your story with the world — or to navigate and repair a tough PR situation skillfully — Don is absolutely the one to call.
Don is the man! He's so smart, purposeful, and transparent about what will and won't work in PR and strategic communications. A pro's pro when it comes to PR counsel.
Don Martelli is one of those rare PR professionals who truly gets both strategy and people. He's thoughtful, responsive, and deeply committed to helping brands tell their stories in a way that feels authentic and earned — not forced. I'd gladly recommend Don to any brand or organization looking for PR that's strategic, human, and effective.
Don's exceptional communication skills and genuine care for others are immediately apparent. He demonstrates reliability and integrity—you can sense that when he commits to something, he will deliver exactly what he promises.
Don is very knowledgeable about the PR and Crisis news space and overall media space. He has great stories and a great understanding of how the media and news cycle work, and he has a great personality.
Don Martelli is a true professional and someone I trust when it comes to public relations and brand visibility. Through his work at The PR Bunker, he helps businesses position themselves strategically, communicate their message clearly, and gain the kind of exposure that actually moves the needle. Don is thoughtful, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping the people around him succeed. If you are looking for someone who understands how to elevate a brand and get the right eyes on your business, I highly recommend connecting with him.
“Don, is an incredible partner Marketing, PR, communications, - so fortunate to have him as a partner.”
Don dramatically impacted my business in one conversation.
Don is the kind of partner you can always count on: thoughtful, strategic, and all-in. He brings a rare combination of accountability, expertise, and creativity to the table, making him an invaluable collaborator.
We are a nonprofit that supports small businesses through mentoring and education. When we approached Don about sharing his knowledge and skills with our clients, he did not hesitate to give back to this community. Through his generosity our clients will learn ways to improve their networking skills. We look forward to growing our partnership.
I've collaborated with and worked with Don several times over the course of 20 years. He's incredibly talented, intelligent, and knowledgeable about PR and strategic communications.
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