Larry Carrino

Brustman Carrino Public Relations

President

Larry Carrino is President of Brustman Carrino Public Relations (BCPR) and a leading figure in South Florida’s culinary, hospitality, and lifestyle communications. With more than 30 years of experience, he is known for creating fully integrated, results-driven PR and marketing campaigns that elevate brands and engage audiences. Since joining BCPR in 1995 and becoming president in 2011, Larry has transformed the agency into a top voice in culinary and lifestyle communications, guiding campaigns that have amplified nationally recognized chefs, high-profile restaurants, hotels, and cultural events. He has served as Regional PR Lead for the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival for 17 years, crafting localized storytelling, managing media interviews, and driving press engagement to support sold-out events. Also of note, Larry guided Chef Nina Compton and her restaurant Compère Lapin to national prominence, orchestrating strategic media placements and award submissions that led to a James Beard Award win. For the launch of Stiltsville Fish Bar, he directed a comprehensive PR campaign that established the restaurant’s coastal, sustainability-focused identity, generating immediate media attention, influencer engagement, and enduring brand traction in Miami’s competitive dining scene. Larry’s work consistently demonstrates how strategic, creative communications can shape reputations, amplify brands, and deliver lasting impact locally and beyond. 

Career Highlights: 

• Rose from entry-level hire to President of BCPR, growing the agency into a leading South Florida communications firm.

• Regional PR Lead for the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival for 17+ years, supporting sold-out events and high-profile media coverage.

• Recognized with numerous awards including Miami New Times’ “Best Flack,” South Florida Business Journal’s Miami Ultimate CEO Award, and induction into Florida’s BizBash Hall of Fame.