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Washington Women in Public Relations Names AARP’s Martha Boudreau 2016 PR Woman of the Year

Nov 22, 2016 | Awards, Events, News & Updates

27th annual event recognized leadership among women in communications; three Washington D.C. Metro area women selected as nominees; Deirdre Latour CCO for GE was keynote speaker. WASHINGTON, Nov. 22, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Martha Boudreau, chief communications and marketing officer at AARP, was named Washington Women in Public Relations’ (WWPR) 2016 PR Woman of the Year on […]

The Tried, the True and the New in Media Strategy

Nov 1, 2016 | Events, News & Updates

By Lisa Matthews, Vice President, Hager Sharp As I moderated this year’s annual media roundtable for Washington Women in Public Relations (WWPR), I heard a number of familiar themes – keep pitches short, keep pitches relevant, know who you’re pitching. Some things will likely never change as public relations professionals look for better ways to […]

Power Points: Elise Perkins on starting ep communications

Oct 13, 2016 | News & Updates, Professional Development

Elise Perkins is the Founder and Owner of ep communications where she works with clients to help build their brands by using a savvy mix of content and influencer strategies. Elise is also a WWPR Board Member and a Woman of the Year Co-Chair (shameless plug: you can still buy tickets for the November 18th […]

President’s Note: New Events and Pure Barre for Members

Oct 13, 2016 | Events, News & Updates

While Fall is now in full gear and DC is abuzz with major news such as the presidential election, WWPR has a full plate of signature events you don’t want to miss, starting with our Annual Media Roundtable on October 21. I hope to see you at this event. Joan Coyle, a longtime WWPR member […]

Help BBI Throw a “Baby Shower” for Moms In Need

Oct 13, 2016 | Events, News & Updates

Bright Beginnings (BBI) is holding its annual Baby Shower with a Purpose on Friday, October 21st. For many BBI mothers facing homelessness, the shower will be the only opportunity to receive supplies needed for their newborn. During the baby shower, new and expectant moms, partake in a variety of fun activities from games to raffles. […]

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