The series recognizes organizations defining the future of American innovation. 

NEW YORK, July 27, 2026 – Ruder Finn, one of the world’s largest independent global marketing and communications agencies, is featured as the “Future of Communications” in a new America 250 docuseries developed by Business Reporter. The series celebrates the 250-year anniversary of the United States by showcasing a selection of notable business success stories across industry sectors. 

The episode includes interviews with CEO Kathy Bloomgarden, CIO Michael Schubert, and CTO Tejas Totade as they share insight into the early bet they made on AI and how it’s come to fruition. Topic areas include: 

• The impact of AI on communications 

• The vision to turn Ruder Finn into a tech-forward operation 

• The role of independence in innovation 

• How Ruder Finn’s proprietary AI solutions are transforming client work 
• What’s next for the agency

“At Ruder Finn, adopting AI is not about considering to use a tool; one tool, two tools, that’s not what we’re talking about,” said Kathy Bloomgarden. “We’re talking about turbocharging our culture, really opening up our curiosity, our entrepreneurship, which always existed, but empowering it and making it a really compelling force in our organization.”  

“AI can’t be a secondary option. It has to be second nature,” said Michael Schubert. “We have to make sure that everybody understands what the tools can do and what they shouldn’t do. We have tomake sure everyone understands how to use them, and we have to make sure that everyone feels free to experiment with them, because they don’t become second nature until you play with them and use them yourself.” 

“Building an AI company without a template is actually the best part of the job, because it involves frontier innovation. And one of the key drivers of our technology transformation is our independence,” said Tejas Totade. 

An accompanying op-ed from Kathy Bloomgarden further explores how AI is transforming communications from a function that explains decisions, to one that helps leaders make better decisions. It expands upon themes from the video, examining how AI enables organizations to anticipate stakeholder perceptions, test ideas before they go public, and build stronger relationships, while emphasizing that human judgment and creativity remain the true differentiators in the AI era. 

Watch the full documentary on Fortune.com here: https://fortune.com/brandstudio/business-reporter/ai-isnt-replacing-communications-its-redefining-which-stories-are-heardand-which-ones-drive-impact/

About Ruder Finn 

Ruder Finn is one of the world’s largest independent global communications and integrated marketing agencies, leading the industry in AI strategy and implementation. Founded in 1948, Ruder Finn has defined and redefined PR for over 75 years, shaping communications that move industry-defining brands, companies, and leaders from what’s now to what’s next. Ruder Finn provides clients with bold strategies based on a global perspective and localized market knowledge that redefine leadership, reimagine the marketplace, and rethink customer experiences. The agency is organized around five core areas of expertise—Health Transformation, Technology Acceleration, Brand Experience, Stakeholder Relations, and Workplace of the Future—with innovative tech incubator RF TechLab providing cutting-edge predictive analytics, AI-powered creative hub RF Studio53 offering breakthrough creative, and specialized teams delivering customer-focused digital engagement. Ruder Finn has offices across North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East. Wholly owned agencies and offerings within Ruder Finn Group include: Ruder Finn Inc., RF Studio53, RF Engage, Touchdown, Peppercomm, RF Comunicad, Ruder Finn Atteline, Pandan Social, ERA Communications, Big Sky Communications, Missouri Creative, and The Equity Group. For more information visit www.ruderfinn.com.