There’s something about music that invades the soul. Even when you don’t understand the lyrics or are unfamiliar with the melody, it has the capacity to move you. Add to this scenario a young man expressing himself for one of the first times in a language not his own, in a room full of young […]

I’m just going to be cliche and say it: there is so much to be thankful for this year. Family, friends, fresh flowers, the upcoming food extravaganza that is Thanksgiving…I’m sure there are things that don’t start with “f” also, but I was on a roll. Honestly, I’m overwhelmed with the amount of things I’m […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 13, 2018) – Washington Women in Public Relations (WWPR) named Wendy Hagen, president of hagen, inc., its 2018 PR Woman of the Year. Hagen received the award—which recognizes demonstrated ability in the communications field, contributions to the community and industry leadership qualities—at the 29th annual Washington PR Woman of the Year Award […]

She’s a PR strategist and writer with nearly five years’ experience in the industry. Plus, she recently earned her Master’s in public relations from Georgetown University.  Her Experience Kandis’ current position is with Adventist HealthCare, where she executes communications strategies for their medical centers and offices in Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties. The variety of […]

In an unsuspecting building in Adams Morgan, beaming parents and grandparents gather in the lobby. An elementary school girl confidently takes the stage, violin in tow. After her, a middle schooler serenades the crowd in Spanish – thanks to hours of conversation practice with his peers. Down the hall, you’ll hear the pattering of feet […]

Skilled moderator Lisa Matthews (@LisaNMatthews), Assignment Manager for the Associated Press in DC, returned to guide an insightful panel discussion with four reporters at WWPR’s Annual Media Roundtable lunch on October 22. The American Chemical Society hosted this sellout event. Panelists Tim Homan (@timothyrhoman), News Editor for The Hill; Jen Judson (@JenJudson), Reporter for Defense […]

“The Strauss Media Strategies team is very proud to once again be a highest-tier platinum sponsor of WWPR and we’re honored to have been a sponsor and affiliated with WWPR for more than a decade. The firm is committed to supporting WWPR in its goals of empowering women and applaud WWPR’s mission to provide leadership […]

Preparing to end 2018 with a bang… Somehow, 2018 has flown by, and my schedule is already filling up for the holiday months.  To get a handle on holiday parties, family vacations and end-of-year reviews, I suggest planning now for some key WWPR events that will round out this year. Already this month, WWPR has […]

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24, 2018 — Today, Washington Women in Public Relations (WWPR) is thrilled to announce the three finalists for its 29th annual Washington PR Woman of the Year Award Luncheon. The organization received a record-breaking number of nominations for exceptional women leading the communications industry in the D.C. Metro area. Nominees were judged on […]