Celebrating Our Connections and Successes in 2023

This year brought a consistent return to in-person events for PRSA Georgia and the response from members was a resounding “YES!” While the Chapter continued to leverage virtual opportunities, every month saw at least one and sometimes two events where we could shake hands, hug, share a drink or a meal, and say “it’s great […]

Nearly two dozen Chapter members and friends met up for a casual evening of networking on the Lazy Dog restaurant patio in Peachtree Corners. The Oct. 12 event marked the fourth in-person networking event held in 2023 and highlighted Chapter leadership’s efforts to host gatherings in different parts of the metro area to offer convenient […]

The 2023 PRSA Icon event in Nashville left a lasting impression on attendees, with their perspectives shaped by their roles and career stages. For many, achieving the APR designation marked a significant milestone, symbolizing their commitment to excellence and ethical standards in the field. However, for others, the question of “what’s next?” immediately arose once […]

PRSA Georgia is thrilled to honor Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau President and CEO William Pate with the 2023 Distinguished Public Relations Award during our annual Awards Celebration at the Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center on Nov. 2. The Distinguished Public Relations Award recognizes a prominent Georgian outside the public relations practice who has made an […]

Bob Hope is the 2023 inductee into the PRSA Georgia Order of the Phoenix and Georgia Public Relations Hall of Fame at the University of Georgia Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication. Hope, an esteemed veteran of the communications and marketing sectors in Atlanta and New York, has counseled many of the top corporate […]

It’s your time to shine as we celebrate the best and brightest in our industry at the 2023 Awards Celebration, Thursday, Nov. 2 at the Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center. The final deadline for all tickets is Wednesday, Oct. 25. Register today! Event Highlights: Announce the Phoenix Awards and Awards of Excellence winners Introduce our Order of […]

Shared by Betsy Helgager Hughes, President/CEO of BLH Consulting, Inc., Co-Chair Chapter DEI Committee, Recommended 2024 Board Liaison DEI Committee The value of being associated with PRSA for me began at Florida A&M University in 1988 when I decided to run for president of the student chapter because to my surprise, a student from Florida […]

Attending this year’s Awards Celebration? Corporate and individual sponsorship packages are now available for online purchase. With the Awards Celebration coming up on November 2, the deadline to purchase sponsorships is Friday, October 13, with all assets due to the sponsorship committee Wednesday, October 18. This year’s sponsorship packages include an exclusive Presenting Sponsorship as well […]

The Nominating Committee is announcing its proposal for all open Georgia Chapter Officer, Board of Director and Assembly Delegate positions for 2024. New leaders recommended are: Rocio Rivera, APR – transitioning to Secretary Chelsea Peabody Bohannon, APR – Board Liaison, Membership Marci Davis – Board Liaison, Social Media Betsy Helgager Hughes – Board Liaison, Diversity, […]

The Value of Continuing Education The public relations industry is ever-evolving, driven by emerging technologies, shifting media landscapes and evolving consumer behaviors. As professionals, it is our responsibility to remain well-informed and agile to navigate these changes successfully. Continuing education allows us to stay ahead of the curve, ensuring that our skills remain relevant, and […]