Eric Mower & Associates (now known simply as Mower) is an independent marketing, advertising, and public relations agency headquartered in Syracuse, New York. Founded in 1968 by Eric Mower, the company has grown to become one of the largest independent agencies in the United States. The firm operates offices across multiple locations including New York City, Boston, Atlanta, Charlotte, Cincinnati, and Buffalo. Mower specializes in integrated marketing communications, offering services such as brand development, digital marketing, public relations, social media management, content marketing, and advertising campaigns. The agency serves clients across various sectors including energy, healthcare, financial services, technology, and consumer goods. Throughout its history, Mower has received numerous industry accolades, including recognition from PRWeek, AdAge, and the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). The agency is a member of several professional networks, including IPREX, a global network of independent communications agencies. In 2014, Eric Mower & Associates merged with Buffalo-based agency Travers Collins & Company, further expanding its presence in the Northeast. The company rebranded to “Mower” in 2018 to reflect its evolution and modernized approach to marketing communications. The firm maintains its independence as one of the few remaining privately-held agencies of its size in the industry.