Jun 20, 2017 | Events, News & Updates, PR in Politics, Professional Development
In May, more than 40 members of Washington Women in Public Relations (WWPR) joined in the fun at a special reception hosted by The National Press Club (NPC)! The event was part of a new partnership between the NPC and WWPR that provides WWPR members with special...May 30, 2017 | Awards, Events, Membership, News & Updates, Professional Development, Uncategorized
What I most treasure about WWPR is the community—how we all support each other in our personal and professional growth. I know that I’ve learned so much at our Professional Development events, made fast friends, and connected others. It’s hugely satisfying when I can...May 19, 2017 | Membership, News & Updates, Professional Development, Uncategorized
This month’s WWPR Member Spotlight features Christin Lewis, senior manager of account and brand strategy at the American Diabetes Association and co-founder of The Luv u Project. Her Day Job Currently, Christin spends her days at the American Diabetes Association...May 19, 2017 | Membership, News & Updates, Professional Development, Uncategorized
Catherine Llamido is an account associate at BRG Communications, a public relations firm in Old Town Alexandria where she specializes in media relations on behalf of client initiatives. When she’s not at the office, the foodie can be found checking out the DMV area’s...Apr 22, 2017 | Events, News & Updates, Professional Development, Uncategorized
I have always felt that it is critically important for female communicators to invest heavily in mentoring and supporting young professionals in our field. One of my main objectives, when launching ColorComm, was to build a strong community of women who can learn from...Apr 17, 2017 | Events, Membership, News & Updates, Professional Development, Uncategorized
WWPR’s Annual Speed Mentoring event was unique opportunity for attendees to hear from high-level women mentors in the D.C.-area, who all shared their best advice, success stories, and memorable missteps culminated throughout their careers. To kick off the event, Debra...