Salt + Ruttner Communications (SRC) is a communications agency that builds brands for a new era, delivering full-service capabilities while developing long-term strategies that align brand narrative with business goals. SRC’s founders work directly with clients from the start of every engagement, helping shape strategy, guide brand decisions, and position companies for future growth. Notably, the agency reimagined New York Fashion Week with KFN, creating a platform for industry dialogue, aligning stakeholders, and producing a launch event that established KFN as a cultural leader in fashion. Across its engagements, SRC helps under-the-radar brands clarify their vision, supports founders through strategic pivots, and evolves media strategies alongside product innovation. The agency maintains strong client retention, reflecting consistent delivery and adaptability, while its work spans earned, owned, and paid channels to ensure messaging grows with its clients. SRC’s team culture mirrors its approach—intentional, thoughtful, and growth-oriented.

Leadership team: 

Megan Salt, Co-Founder

Julia Ruttner, Co-Founder

Bailey Hospodor, Vice President

Notable clients:

Bergdorf Goodman; Vince; Cynthia Rowley; Indre Rockefeller / The Circularity Project; Flag Luxury / Dayssi Olarte de Kanavos; Lucio di Rosa; Lydia Fenet; Sollis Health; Katie Kime; Roller Rabbit; Men's Wearhouse; Girl Securit

New clients: 

Rag & Bone; KFN; LDR22; Sol Rashidi; Caroline Palmer | Workhorse