PRSA Richmond Chapter

You have just 3?? more days to take advantage of the regular deadline rate for the #VirginiaPRAwards. Show off your best work from last year, and submit today! Regular Deadline: Sunday, March 16 at 11:59 p.m. Entry Fee: Members $155, Non-Members $175 Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eCXrR9Sf.

Meet our 2025 #PRSARVA Board of Directors! Over the next couple of months, you'll get to know each of these dynamic leaders. ??President Greg Surber, APR ??President-Elect Kenita B. Matthews, APR ??First Vice President of Professional Development Madilynne Tanner ??Second Vice President of Awards Connie Kottmann, APR ??Third Vice President of Membership Amy Steinmann, M.S. ??Secretary Rayhan Daudani ??President Emeritus David Bass ??Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Chair Jason Phillip Lee ??Outreach Chair Amanda Christian ??Student Relations Chair H. Michaela Mishoe

In today's workforce, up to five different generations bring their unique perspectives and talents to the table. Yesterday's PRSA Richmond luncheon featured an insightful panel that addressed how we can learn to harness each generation's "super power"— and how we can bridge gaps to create more inclusive, innovative workplaces. Thank you to our moderator, Sarah Milston, MPA, who also set the stage with an informative breakdown of each generation, and our incredible panelists (Connie Kottmann, APR, Rayhan Daudani, Sunni Brown and Hannah Robinson) for making this conversation so impactful! Let's hear your takeaways or which generation you identify with most. ???? #PublicRelations?#MultiGenWorkforce

Good news! ?? We have extended the Early Bird ?? Deadline for award submissions to the 2025 Virginia Public Relations Awards! Mark your calendars to ensure you don’t miss the new date! ?? NEW! Bird Deadline: February 28 For more information, please visit prsarichmond.org!

Last call to lock in early bird rates! The first deadline to submit for the Virginia Public Relations Awards is this Sunday, February 23 at 11:59 p.m. ?? https://lnkd.in/gBkCvK8k If you have any questions about the process or your award submission(s), please email [email protected].

We're one week out from our February luncheon, and registration is filling up fast! ? Join us for an insightful panel discussion on effectively managing and collaborating within an intergenerational workforce. Our panelists will share their experiences with fostering communication, bridging generational gaps and leveraging diverse perspectives to enhance team performance. Registration closes Monday, February 24. https://lnkd.in/eNgeqCp7

PRSA Richmond's board of directors applauds Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) National for affirming its unwavering commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) as many organizations roll back their stance amid growing political pressures. The challenges facing #DEI efforts today—whether through misinformation, political and societal pressures or organizational retreat—only reinforce the importance of our work. We are a profession rooted in understanding, empathy and collaboration. Limiting perspectives or marginalizing groups counters the very nature of our work. Our chapter comprises individuals of different races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and lived experiences—and we are better for it. PRSA Richmond remains steadfast in championing the principles of fairness, access and opportunity within the #PublicRelations profession. If you would like to learn more about PRSA Richmond's DEI values or have ideas on how the chapter can enhance its efforts in this space, please visit our website or email our DEI Chair, Jason Lee ([email protected]).

This #BlackHistoryMonth, PRSA and its Black Voices Affinity Group will empower you to unlock your career's potential. Join our national chapter online Feb. 12 for a panel discussion with some of PR's most accomplished Black executives. Happy #BHM! Learn more and register:https://lnkd.in/ehuPV7bz

As we celebrate Black History Month, PRSA proudly recognizes the contributions of African Americans to the rich and diverse legacy of public relations and communications, and honors the communicators who are writing today’s Black history. This month-long initiative was started by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, who began the program in 1926 as a week-long commemoration. Check out PRSA’s resources designed to help you champion diversity, equity, and inclusion through your work. https://lnkd.in/ehuPV7bz

Call for Entries: Virginia Public Relations Awards Early Bird Deadline: Sunday, February 23 It’s time to submit your best work from last year for the 2025 Virginia Public Relations Awards! Entries are now open here. Don’t wait – the early bird deadline is Sunday, February 23 at 11:59 p.m. The early bird entry prices are: ·??????Member: $95.00 ·??????Non-Member - IP: $90.00 ($15-off discount for independent practitioners) If you have any questions about your award submission, please email [email protected]. SUBMIT YOUR ENTRIES FOR THE 2025 VIRGINIA PUBLIC RELATIONS AWARDS! https://lnkd.in/gBkCvK8k