In this issue: PR Woman of the Year Engaging Industry Emerging Leaders Awards Speed Networking Member Spotlight Articles of Interest Upcoming Events Jobs Membership News Sponsor Spotlight PR Woman of the Year: Nominations Deadline is September 7 With its 23rd annual Washington PR Woman of the Year luncheon approaching quickly, WWPR is seeking nominations of women who have impacted […]

One of the most important aspects of public relations is to address the needs of clients and raise public awareness of the issue at hand, which is exactly what was exhibited ten years ago by Korey, Kay, and Partners, a New York based advertising agency. They addressed a need so great that it remains a […]

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WASHINGTON, D.C.— Washington Women in Public Relations (WWPR) named Olivia Doherty, Laura Hornbuckle and Jennifer Myers  winners of the 2012 Emerging Leaders Awards (ELA). The third annual ELA honors rising stars, ages 23-30, in the public relations and communications field for their professional accomplishments. 2012 WWPR Emerging Leader Awards Winners: Olivia Doherty, The Hatcher Group, […]

In this issue: Emerging Leaders Awards PR Woman of the Year Technically Speaking Engaging Industry Pro Bono- Thrive DC Update Member Spotlight Articles of Interest Upcoming Events Jobs Membership News Sponsor Spotlight:JPA Message from the President Dear WWPR Members, As the weather warms-up DC is notorious for emptying out but I know many communicators stay […]

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Washington Women in Public Relations (WWPR) announces six finalists for its third annual Emerging Leaders Awards (ELA).  The ELA honors rising stars, ages 23-30, in the public relations and communications field for their professional accomplishments. The 2012 WWPR Emerging Leaders Awards finalists are: Liz Bryan, Account Director, Spectrum Olivia Doherty, Director of Communications, The […]

This month’s Member Spotlight takes you behind the scenes of the Marketing Communications Committee to learn more about each member and her contributions to both WWPR and the marketing communications industry as a whole. Co-chaired by Jennifer Dunn and Kristen Hostetter, the Marketing Communications committee relies heavily on its committee members to help carry out WWPR’s communications […]

We have always known the importance of public relations methods, but many business schools are just catching on to the idea of incorporating them into their curriculum. The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) has been pushing for a collaborative MBA Business Initiative led by Anthony D’Angelo, co-chair of the effort, with funding from MWW […]

I have a good friend whose Facebook friend list is only 30-people long. How does she fend off the countless inquiries from old junior high lab partners and former suitors? One simple rule: If she would invite you to her house for dinner, she’ll be your friend on Facebook. Sure, her standards are tougher than […]