Greg Abel Inducted into The Daily Record’s Circle of Leadership as a Three-Time “Most Admired CEO” Honoree
Recognition honors exceptional leadership, innovation, and community impact across Maryland
BALTIMORE (November 10, 2025) — Abel Communications, an award-winning public relations firm based in Baltimore, is proud to announce that its Founder and CEO, Greg Abel, has been named one of The Daily Record’s 2025 Most Admired CEOs. This marks Greg’s third time receiving the honor in non-consecutive years, earning him induction into The Daily Record’s Circle of Leadership, which recognizes leadership over a sustained period of time.
The Most Admired CEOs program honors exceptional business and nonprofit leaders across Maryland who demonstrate professional excellence, visionary leadership, and a deep commitment to their communities. Greg was celebrated alongside fellow honorees at a ceremony on November 3 at the Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport, and was featured in The Daily Record’s special print edition published on November 4.
“Being recognized among Maryland’s most admired leaders and joining the Circle of Leadership is an incredible honor,” said Greg Abel, Founder and CEO of Abel Communications. “This award underscores the vision and values that have guided Abel for the past 20 years — clarity, creativity, and a belief that great communications can drive meaningful impact. I’m very proud of what we’ve built and energized for what’s next.”
Under Greg’s leadership, Abel Communications has grown from a local PR firm into a nationally recognized communications agency, partnering with clients ranging from innovative startups to Fortune 500 brands. The firm has earned top industry honors including PRSA Maryland’s PR Team of the Year, dozens of PRSA Best in Maryland Awards, multiple AMA Baltimore MX Awards, and The Daily Record’s Reader Ranking for Best PR Firm. Last year, Abel Communications joined The Worldcom Public Relations Group, a global partnership of leading independent agencies.
“Greg leads with humility, clarity, and an unwavering belief that doing great work and being a good person are not mutually exclusive,” said Jessica Fast, vice president at Abel Communications. “Over more than a decade of working alongside him, I’ve seen how deeply he invests in people, mentoring emerging leaders, championing community causes, and building a company where people come to build meaningful, lasting careers. Greg embodies the spirit of this award; a CEO whose integrity, vision, and commitment to Maryland truly set him apart.”
