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PRSA-NY Elects Chapter Leadership for 2024, Setting Course for Industry Innovation and Impact Throughout New York

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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The New York Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA-NY) proudly unveils its 2024 Board of Directors, ushering in a new era of leadership and innovation in communications.

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  • The New York Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA-NY) proudly unveils its 2024 Board of Directors, ushering in a new era of leadership and innovation in communications.
  • Rizzetta's tenure promises to carry forward the rich heritage of PRSA-NY while adding a vision to engage the future generation of communications professionals.
  • Rizzetta succeeds Carmella Glover, who will continue to serve on the 2024 Board as the immediate past president.
  • The 2024 Board of Directors embodies this mission and will continue to elevate it across chapter programs, events, and initiatives.

Axia Public Relations Names 2023 Scholarship Winner

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Axia Public Relations is thrilled to announce its 2023 Public Relations Scholarship will be awarded to University of Minnesota student Adham Mohamed. Mohamed is Chapter President of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) Chapter in Minnesota.

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  • EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Axia Public Relations is thrilled to announce its 2023 Public Relations Scholarship will be awarded to University of Minnesota student Adham Mohamed.
  • Mohamed is Chapter President of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) Chapter in Minnesota.
  • In strategic partnership with the Public Relations Society of America, the PRSA Foundation, and the Public Relations Student Society of America, Axia Public Relations is pleased to offer a $2,000 annual PR scholarship to a student with a financial need who demonstrates their PR passion through volunteering, internships, and employment experiences.
  • Axia Public Relations founder Jason Mudd says the monetary gift strengthens the profession and is an investment in tomorrow's PR leaders.

Experts to Discuss Role of P.R. in DEI at June 13 PRSA-NY Summit, “Driving DEI Forward”

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023
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The New York Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America ( PRSA-NY ) will host its third annual DEI Summit, “ Driving DEI Forward ,” on Tuesday, June 13th.

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  • The New York Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America ( PRSA-NY ) will host its third annual DEI Summit, “ Driving DEI Forward ,” on Tuesday, June 13th.
  • Dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion in the public relations practice, the summit will take place on June 13 from 1-5 p.m.
  • The summit will open with a keynote from PRSA-NY Chapter President Carmella Glover, President of Diversity Action Alliance.
  • “As some companies waver in their DEI commitments, PR and communications professionals are at an inflection point,” said Glover.

PRSA Chicago Expands Michelle Flowers Diversity Fellowship for 2023

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA Chicago), one of the country's largest chapters, is proud to open applications for the third annual Michelle Flowers Diversity Fellowship. Established in 2020, the initiative was created to grow the pipeline of upcoming multicultural talent in the field of public relations and communications.

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  • New this year, PRSA Chicago has expanded the Diversity Fellowship Program and will award four individual scholarships in the amount of $2,500.
  • The award will also include a summer internship at a Chicago agency affiliated with PRSA Chicago.
  • By providing financial assistance and employment opportunities, PRSA Chicago aims to attract, train and retain people of color to the practice of public relations and communications.
  • The Diversity Fellowship pays tribute to the meaningful contributions of Michelle Flowers Welch, an award-winning expert in the field of multicultural communications.

FINN Partners Promotes Jessica A. Lise to Partner, New York Health

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global independent marketing and communications firm FINN Partners today promotes Jessica A. Lise to Partner, New York Health.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global independent marketing and communications firm FINN Partners today promotes Jessica A. Lise to Partner, New York Health.
  • Prior to her promotion, Lise was Vice President, New York Health.
  • "Jess is a steward of FINN culture in every sense of the word," said Fern Lazar, Managing Partner, Global Health Practice Leader at FINN Partners.
  • Prior to joining FINN, Lise worked at the health public relations and communications firm RXMOSAIC since 2014, where she became Senior Account Supervisor.

PRSA Names 2023 Board of Directors Following Election by Leadership Assembly Delegates

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Saturday, November 12, 2022
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In his role, he is responsible for strategic communications, public affairs, media relations, emergency management, and reputation/brand management.

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  • In his role, he is responsible for strategic communications, public affairs, media relations, emergency management, and reputation/brand management.
  • He has held a number of leadership roles within the organization, including Secretary in 2021.
  • He is a recipient of the PRSA Sunshine Districts Trailblazer Award and the PRSA Palm Beach Chapters Hall of Fame Award.
  • In accordance with the PRSA Bylaws, the Board will fill the vacancy for the remaining year of her term.

The PRSA Foundation and MikeWorldWide Launch a Public Relations Tour to Engage with Students at HBCUs and HSIs

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the PRSA Foundation, in partnership with leading global independent public relations firm MikeWorldWide, is announcing the launch of the 2022-2023 HBCU & HSI Public Relations Tour – a new initiative designed to engage with Black and Hispanic students who are interested in pursuing a career in the field. Working closely with higher education faculty and various campus chapters of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA), leaders from the PRSA Foundation and MikeWorldWide will conduct both in-person and virtual listening sessions at select historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic-serving institutions (HSIs) across the U.S.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the PRSA Foundation , in partnership with leading global independent public relations firm MikeWorldWide , is announcing the launch of the 2022-2023 HBCU & HSI Public Relations Tour a new initiative designed to engage with Black and Hispanic students who are interested in pursuing a career in the field.
  • They will also learn best practices for landing an internship or entry-level role and tips for finding a mentor.
  • Professionals from MikeWorldWide will also be talking to students about their real-world experience, the skills needed to thrive in the industry, and unique pathways into the field.
  • "MikeWorldWide is proud to be a presenting sponsor for the HBCU & HSI Public Relations Tour because it allows us to put our values and Caring Counts mantra to work.

PRSA Celebrates 75th Anniversary with Commemorative Publication: “75 Years of Impact and Influence: People, Places & Moments in Public Relations History”

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022
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Established in 1947, PRSA , the nations leading organization serving the communications community, is celebrating its 75th anniversary throughout 2022.

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  • Established in 1947, PRSA , the nations leading organization serving the communications community, is celebrating its 75th anniversary throughout 2022.
  • To mark this milestone event, PRSA is publishing 75 Years of Impact and Influence: People, Places & Moments in Public Relations History, showcasing the history of the profession through the people and events that helped shape international discourse and transform the business world.
  • Through pictures and text, 75 Years of Impact and Influence: People, Places & Moments in Public Relations History presents 25 key moments in public relations history that have contributed to the betterment of our society, and honors 28 leaders integral to the growth and development of the profession, among them PRSA members Harold Burson, APR, Fellow PRSA; Edward Bernays, APR, Fellow PRSA; Daniel Edelman, APR, Fellow PRSA; and Patrick Jackson, APR, Fellow PRSA.
  • PRSA was born in 1947 when the American Council on Public Relations and the National Association of Public Relations Counsel merged to form the Public Relations Society of America.

Montclair-Based Public Relations Firm, Violet PR, Doubles in Size with Five New Hires

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022
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MONTCLAIR, N.J., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Public relations firm Violet PR announced today that it has hired five new employees: Senior Copywriter Georgette Gilmore, Assistant Account Executive Luke Gavronski, and Account Coordinators Claudia Velasquez, Joelle DeCaro and Rachel Lessig. The new team members serve the firm's growing roster of economic development, professional services and social good clients.

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  • "Violet PR has been on an impressive growth path since 2021, and these new hires are critical to helping us serve our new and existing clients," said April Mason, president of Violet PR.
  • "I am thrilled to be joining the dynamic team at Violet PR," said Gilmore.
  • Through a combination of news stories, social media and compelling content, our New Jersey-based boutique public relations firm helps clients attract more dollars and supporters.
  • Over the past three years, Violet PR has won more than 35 awards and was named 2022's "Best Boutique Agency" by Bulldog Reporter.

PRSA Partners with News Literacy Project to Create Programming Exclusively for PRSA and PRSSA Members

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Monday, August 22, 2022
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PRSA , the nations leading professional organization serving the communications community, and the News Literacy Project , the nations leading provider of news literacy education, have partnered to create a series of webinars exclusively for PRSA and PRSSA members.

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  • PRSA , the nations leading professional organization serving the communications community, and the News Literacy Project , the nations leading provider of news literacy education, have partnered to create a series of webinars exclusively for PRSA and PRSSA members.
  • Working with The News Literacy Project to create these webinars is a great example of the exclusive benefits we are consistently providing our members.
  • ET), identifying different information sources and how each has a unique purpose in the information landscape.
  • Each webinar will be led by John Silva, senior director of professional and community learning for the News Literacy Project.