Women in PR: Shattering Barriers and Creating Tomorrow at PRSSA ICON 2023

Women in PR: Shattering Barriers and Creating Tomorrow at PRSSA ICON 2023

Throughout our lives, we all experience many “first-times” moments that shape our journey. Learning to walk, ride a bike and write, were many unforgettable “first-times.” PRSSA ICON 2023 is certainly one of those life-altering “first-time” moments for me. Like many of my fellow PRSSA members there, this was my first time at a nationwide Conference. It was the first time […]

Navigating ICON 2023: My Reflection and Insights as a PRSA Foundation Travel Grant Recipient

Navigating ICON 2023: My Reflection and Insights as a PRSA Foundation Travel Grant Recipient

In the connected community of public relations and communications professionals, PRSSA ICON 2023 in Nashville, Tenn. offered a unique platform for diverse voices to connect, interact and inspire. Here are my reflections from this year’s Conference. I want to express my gratitude to former Immediate Past President Aerial Ellis, Ed.D., who recognized me as one of the 10 selected travel […]

Tips For Effective Conference Networking

Tips For Effective Conference Networking

Attending the PRSSA International Conference is one of the best steps a public relations/communications student can take to prepare for their career. I had the opportunity to attend ICON in 2021 and 2022 and, without a doubt, I wouldn’t be where I am today if it weren’t for everything I learned and everyone I met at the Conference. I’m sure […]

2023 Leadership Assembly: Shaping the Future of PR Leadership

2023 Leadership Assembly: Shaping the Future of PR Leadership

Back in April, PRSSA held its annual Leadership Assembly, at the Embassy Suites in Scottsdale, Ariz. During the event, PRSSA leaders from all over the country gathered to network with peers, learn from PR industry leaders and participate in the voting process for the PRSSA 2023-2024 National Committee.  The opening night of the Leadership Assembly engaged students in a resume […]

My Journey with FINN Partners: Embracing Diversity and Gaining Invaluable Insights

My Journey with FINN Partners: Embracing Diversity and Gaining Invaluable Insights

The FINN Partners Program for PR and Diversity focuses on educating and training both new and existing employees on the significance of diversity and inclusion while providing guidance on how to effectively implement these principles in their work. The program aims to actively engage with the broader PR industry by sharing best practices, stories, and thought leadership, inspiring others to […]