Whether I realized it or not, I have always been surrounded by strong women. Those who are nurturers and leaders. Those who are creative and professionally polished. Those who are adept and take care of business. Those who are caretakers of their family, friends, colleagues and clients. Those who ...

Ethical Insights: A Perspective on EthicsBy Joyce Lofstrom, MS, APR, Fellow PRSA This month’s column on ethics gives PRSA Chicago members insights from the PRSA National Capital Chapter and the Public Relations Student Society of America - PRSSA. Enjoy these two perspectives on ethics from ...

Earn Your APR and Become an Accredited in Public Relations ProfessionalBy Edward M. Bury, MA, APR In every year in modern recorded history, we can look back at memorable events that took place.  The year 1964 certainly is no exception. Some examples: The Beatles released their first LP record ...

Liz Robinson, a marketer for nearly a decade, started her public relations career in event management while earning a degree in corporate communication. She has worked at various Chicago-based PR firms, launched and operated a logistics company, freelanced as a PR consultant, and ultimately land...

Last month, I took my last Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class. It was a bittersweet moment. As our professor placed stripes on the belts of those of us who earned them over the past year, he also shared his usual pearls: martial arts is about balance. It cannot be all about training because we could then let...

Five Steps to Become Accredited in Public Relations - APR  By Edward M. Bury, MA, APR Earning the Accredited in Public Relations (APR) credential remains a process that involves these key steps: Plan your APR journey and apply. Study and engage with coaches and mentors. Complete and submi...

Ethical Insights: Safeguarding Confidences in Public RelationsBy Joyce Lofstrom, MS, APR, Fellow PRSA The PRSA Code of Ethics, introduced in 1950, is a “useful guide for PRSA members as they carry out their ethical responsibilities.” The Code includes six Provisions of Conduct as princi...

Emma Brandeis joined PRSA Chicago and says, “I’m new to the city and want to grow my personal and professional network. I’m still learning about professional organizations in Chicago, but I am excited to start with PRSA.” Emma started her professional journey at the Uni...

Laura Miller began her career by studying international relations in college, and she went on to work in government. From there, she brought her political communications background to the agency space, becoming Greentarget's first employee. Learn more about this new PRSA Chicago member. Discoveri...

How many of you committed to a New Year’s resolution or two for this year, and are already putting it into action? If you have, I wholeheartedly commend you. While I’ve never been much of a New Year’s resolution-ist, as your 2024 PRSA Chicago Chapter President, my commitment to y...