ABOUT US
The Public Relations Society of America Blue Ridge chapter is a professional association serving Central and Southwest Virginia public relations practitioners. Founded in 1992, the chapter strives to bring together professionals to enhance the practice, provide an exchange of experiences and ideals, and promote professional development.
Learn about current committees and board members
Explore ways to get involved on our leadership team
Check out tips for planning a successful media event
Check back soon for upcoming events!
Upcoming Events
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President-elect: Brittany Madonna
President-elect: Dr. Stephanie Smith (Program Chair)
Immediate Past President: Hannah Shinault Deuyour (PRSSA Liaison)
Secretary: Allison Moore (Membership Chair)
Treasurer: Chuck Lionberger (Accreditation Chair)
Director-at-Large: Tiffany Bradbury (Communication Chair)
Director-at-Large: Kate Renz (Membership Chair)
Director-at-Large: Ceci Leonard (Sponsorship Chair)
Director-at-Large: Amanda Kenney (Program Chair)
Want to get involved? We have opportunities for you to serve on committees! Reach out to any of our Board Members for more information!
MEMBERSHIP
Joining PRSA National and PRSA Blue Ridge represents one of the best investments communication professionals can make in their careers. Membership in a recognized professional association can strengthen your resume, sharpen your skills, expand your contacts and enhance your standing with management or clients. Join now! http://www.prsa.org/joinus/howtojoin
Check out the many benefits PRSA has to offer!
Questions? Contact our Membership Chair, Kate Renz
Workshops for continuing
professional skills development
Annual award recognitions
Sharing ideas with your peers
Exclusive online resources
for members
Monthly socials and
networking events
Membership Chair:
Kate Renz - katerenz19@vt.edu
On February 27, 2025, winners of the 2024 PRSA Summit Awards were recognized!
Scroll to check out the projects that were honored with these prestigious awards.
CONGRATULATIONS!
CAMPAIGNS DIVISION
Community Partnerships
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Gold: Inside IALR Podcast – Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
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Silver: Meet the SROs – Roanoke City Sheriff’s Department
Issues and Crisis Management
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Gold: Central Sterile Campaign – Carilion Clinic
Internal Communication
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Gold: March MATHness – Roanoke County Public Schools
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Silver: In the Bag – Virginia Department of Transportation
Marketing Products or Services
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Gold: River Run Dental SEO Campaign – LeadPoint Digital
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Silver: Yancey Bros. SEO Campaign – LeadPoint Digital
Public Relations Campaign
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Gold: Undergraduate Recruitment Campaign – Virginia Tech College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences
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Silver: Getting to Know BoCo Campaign – Botetourt County
Special Event (Two days or shorter)
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Gold: TechNite RBTC – LeadPoint Digital
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Silver: Good Sam Hospice Ribbon Cutting – 5Points Creative
Special Event (Longer than two days)
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Gold: Women’s History Month Instagram Campaign – Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM)
BEST IN SHOW (Campaigns): Undergraduate Recruitment Campaign – Virginia Tech College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences
TACTICS DIVISION
Annual Report
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Gold: Philanthropy Impact Report – Carilion Clinic
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Silver: Visit SoSi Annual Report – Eddy Alexander
Paid Media
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Gold: CarolinasDentist Google Ads – LeadPoint Digital
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Silver: Bridgewater Grande Google Ads – LeadPoint Digital
Publications (Multipage)
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Gold: VCOM Holiday Card – Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM)
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Silver: IALR 2023 Annual Report – Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
Public Service Announcement (PSA)
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Gold: Voting in the 2024 Election PSA – Montgomery County Office of Elections
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Silver: Apply Today, Change Tomorrow PSA – Roanoke Valley TV
Shared Media – Social Media (Video)
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Gold: Inside IALR Podcast – Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
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Silver: Graduation Live 2024 – Roanoke County Public Schools
Video (Two minutes or less)
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Gold: Shuttle Hustle – Roanoke Valley Television (RVTV)
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Silver: Feels Like Home Video – Danville Office of Economic Development
Video (Longer than two minutes)
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Gold: Adopt-a-Bowl – Roanoke Valley Television (RVTV)
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Silver (tie): Whispers Furry-Tail Ending – Montgomery County
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Silver (tie): Technical Standards OMM – Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM)
Website
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Gold: Refresh Montva.com Website – Montgomery County
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Silver: Roanoke City Market Building Website – Eddy Alexander
Writing
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Gold: IALR-At-A-Glance Newsletter – Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
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Silver: Prioritizing Patient Wellness – Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM)
BEST IN SHOW (Tactics): Shuttle Hustle – Roanoke Valley Television (RVTV)
CONTACT US
ADDRESS: PO Box 804, Roanoke, VA 24004
Current president: Brittany Madonna | TEL: 540-397-5535 | brittany@thenestschool.com