Mike Falkow

Strategist, Creative Director, and Writer

Mike Falkow is a strategist, creative director, and writer who leads Meritus Media, a PR and digital marketing agency in Los Angeles. For more than two decades, he has helped organizations build credibility, earn media, and grow through clear storytelling and consistent execution. His client work spans a variety of industries, including campaigns for well known brands and high growth startups.
 
At Meritus Media, Mike guides thought leadership programs, media relations, content strategy, and brand positioning. He is known for turning complex ideas into simple narratives that editors and audiences can use. Earlier in his career, he ran Falkow Creative and served as Creative Director at Rogue Magazine, experience that sharpened his eye for visuals, voice, and message discipline.
 
Mike is also a published author, with his debut novel Desert Storm released in 2025, and he hosts the ProActive Podcast, interviewing leaders on communications, media, design, branding, and related topics. On Brainz, he contributes actionable guidance on PR, digital strategy, and executive communication to help readers build visibility with integrity.