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President’s Note: 2026 Is Already in Full Swing

Feb 9, 2026 | Membership, President's Note
Dear WWPR Members, It is hard to believe that I took the reins from Past President Colleen Gallagher just 40 days ago. In that short time, the organization has already accomplished so much, with even more ahead. First, if we have not yet met, my name is Charmaine Riley, and I am honored to serve […]
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WWPR Announces Six Finalists for 2016 Emerging Leaders Awards
May 16, 2016 | Events, News & Updates
Award honors rising PR communicators that have made significant impact on the industry WASHINGTON, May 16, 2016 — Washington Women in Public Relations (WWPR) today announced six finalists that will be honored at this year’s Emerging Leaders Awards on June 21, 2016. The event honors young women (ages 23-30) in public relations and related fields that have made a significant […]
6 Ways to Spot an Emerging Leader
Apr 18, 2016 | Events
By Melinda Price, Member of WWPR and WWPR’s Marketing Communications Committee Emerging leaders in the field of communications come in all shapes and sizes, but they all have a few stand out traits in common. Here are just a few ways to spot an emerging leader: She listens more than she talks As any communications […]
PR’s Role in Politics: Checking in on Flint, Michigan
Apr 12, 2016 | PR in Politics
The Role of Public Relations in Politics is a monthly column written by WWPR member Margaret Mulvihill, examining the role of PR in politics. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of Washington Women in Public Relations Is PR still playing a role in […]
Building Your Career Resilience
Apr 11, 2016 | Professional Development
By Christine Brown-Quinn, The Female Capitalist® Uncertainty and change is now the ‘new normal’ in business. And the rate of change is accelerating, largely as a result of new technology and global competition. So where does that leave you and your career? Resilience is one of the most important career strategies when you’re navigating an uncertain […]
Power Points with Molly Mitchell
Apr 6, 2016 | Professional Development
Molly is a communications associate at Scott Circle and member of WWPR Laura Gross is the founder and principal of Scott Circle, a firm specializing in strategic communications and event management. Laura leads the communications side of the business where she oversees strategic planning and program management for clients. This year Scott Circle celebrates its […]
Looking Back: Our 2015 Women of the Year Nominees
Apr 5, 2016 | Awards
Christina Nicols, senior vice president and director of strategic planning and research at Hager Sharp, was named the Washington Women in Public Relations’ (WWPR) 2015 Washington PR Woman of the Year in a ceremony honoring top public relations executives and celebrating women in communications. Nicols was one of three public relations professionals chosen as an […]
Networking Tips
Mar 16, 2016 | Professional Development
I gradually learned that networking is the key to career development. How else are you to find new ideas to bring to your work, new business opportunities, or cultivate next steps in your career? It’s all about meeting people!

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