Northwest Arkansas Chapter, Public Relations Society of America (NWA PRSA)

It’s International Women’s Day! And what better way to celebrate than registering for our next NWA PRSA event March 20th at Tonitown Winery. Let’s Elevate & Empower the outstanding women in our industry together! #prsa #nwaprsa #networking #womensmonth #womeninpr

We are excited for our second event of the year at GOAT Lab Brewery! Join us for an evening of discussion and networking. Weather notice: As of now, we are moving forward with the event as planned. However, we will monitor the weather and make a final decision on Thursday morning if a cancellation is necessary.

We’re thrilled to announce the unveiling of our new board of directors, a group of passionate leaders dedicated to driving our mission forward. ?? A big thank you to the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette for highlighting this exciting development in their latest article! ???? ?? Dive into the article to learn more about the incredible individuals behind the vision, strategy, and growth of NWA PRSA: https://lnkd.in/gdHP8_Zk Join us in welcoming our new board members as we embark on this next chapter together! ????

Yesterday, our chapter had the privilege of hearing from the incredible team at Dentsu Creative—Holly Gilbert, Robin Edie, and Caroline Sander—during our first professional development luncheon of the year! They shared invaluable insights on fostering creativity, embracing new ideas, and pushing boundaries in our ever-evolving industry. Their passion for modern creativity and commitment to shaping the future of marketing left us all inspired and motivated to elevate our work in 2025. A huge thank you to Dentsu Creative for sharing your expertise and energy with us! Here's to making 2025 a year full of bold, creative breakthroughs. ??? #PRSA #NWAPRSA #DentsuCreative #ProfessionalDevelopment #CreativityInPR #PRLeadership #PublicRelations

Kick off 2025 with PRSA Professional Development! ?? Whether you're looking to exchange insights, build your professional circle, or just share a laugh with fellow communicators, this is the place to be. Let’s celebrate the power of PR and make 2025 the year of collaboration and growth! Tag a PR friend who needs to join, and we’ll see you there!

Join us for our first Lunch & Learn event of the year NEXT THURSDAY, January 23 from 11:30-1 pm at Blue Cross Blue Sheild in Springdale! ?? Featuring Holly Gilbert, Robin Edie, and Caroline Sander from Dentsu Creative. There will be time after to mingle with attendees and to meet the 2025 Board Members. See you there!

Please give a warm welcome to our 2025 Board of Directors! ?? President - Jennifer Joyner Immediate Past President - Amanda Horn President-Elect - Holland Hayden Secretary & Treasurer - Kelsey Bohl, APR, SCMP Programming Chair - Krystle Goodwin APR Chair - Angel Murphy Galloway, MA, APR Communications Chair - Layne McKenna Adams Membership Committee Chairperson - Jennifer Thompson Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) Committee Chairperson - Shannon Magsam

2024 with PRSA was one for the books—so many inspiring people, ideas, and moments that fueled my love for this industry. Excited to kick off 2025 as a year of growth, connection, and maybe even a little fun along the way. Cheers to what’s next! ?? Thank you to mhp.si for seeing the value of professional enrichment and encouraging me to dive in as a leader for our local PRSA chapter! Northwest Arkansas Chapter, Public Relations Society of America (NWA PRSA), Amanda Horn, Jennifer Thompson, Kevin Trainor, Krystle Goodwin, Kristen Vandaveer Nicholson, APR, Robin Mizell, APR, Layne Adams, Shannon Magsam, Jennifer Wilson, Kelsey Bohl, APR, SCMP, Holland Hayden, Sophia Neubaum, Sarah King, APR, Angel Murphy Galloway, MA, APR, Olivia Kays Public Relations Society of America - Southwest District

Each of the Southwest District's Chapters is welcoming new leadership for 2025. Congratulations to the new Boards of Directors and new Presidents, including: Arkansas Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America - Stella Anderson Prather, APR PRSA Austin - Kellin P. PRSA Baton Rouge - Sadie Wilks, APR Central Texas PRSA Chapter - Andrea Jill Anderson, MBA, APR Public Relations Society of America, Dallas (PRSA) - Christopher Ruth, APR Greater Fort Worth Chapter of PRSA - Reggie Johnson, MA, APR PRSA Houston - Laci Theriot, APR, CAMP PRSA Kansas - Carrie Lindeman PRSA New Orleans - Chelsea Porché Creel New Mexico PRSA - Rachael Maestas Northwest Arkansas Chapter, Public Relations Society of America (NWA PRSA) - Jennifer Joyner Public Relations Society of America - OKC Chapter - Catherine Divis, APR PRSA San Antonio - Rachel Benavidez PRSA Tulsa - Dan Bewley PRSA West Texas - Patti Douglass

Is professional development on your New Year’s resolution list? Start 2025 strong with opportunities to learn new skills, network with members and further the PR profession with the Northwest Arkansas PRSA Chapter! The 2025 NWA PRSA meeting dates are here, and we can’t wait to offer another year of inspiration, learning, and connection. Save these dates—you won’t want to miss what’s in store.??