Public Relations Society of America – Sierra Nevada Chapter

Public Relations Society of America – Sierra Nevada Chapter PRSA is the largest organization for public relations professionals. II. III.

PRSA is dedicated to upholding ethical standards, providing professional development, fostering networking opportunities and recognizing strategic communications excellence in across the Truckee Meadows since 1986. Its nearly 21,000 members, organized into more than 100 Chapters, represent business and industry, technology, counseling firms, government, associations, hospitals, schools, profession

al services firms and nonprofit organizations. Chartered in 1947, PRSA’s primary objectives are to advance the standards of the public relations profession and to provide members with professional development opportunities through continuing education programs, information exchange forums and research projects conducted on the national and local levels. PRSA builds the public relations profession and the public relations professional in three core areas:

I. Advancing the Profession
To attain the overall goal as the standard bearer for public relations, PRSA maintains and continually enhances all existing Professional Development programs using media opportunities at all levels individual member, chapter, section and national concentrating on Accreditation and the Code of Ethics. Strengthening the Society
While constantly seeking new strategies to increase membership and enrich member services, the Society will strive to develop cohesion among the national staff, board and the local operating units of the society. The Society will continue to develop a governance structure well adapted to change and one which will constantly measure the effectiveness of its performance. Establishing Global Leadership
In order to position PRSA as the acknowledged worldwide brand of public relations excellence, PRSA is dedicated to strengthening alliances with other public relations organizations throughout the world, internationally marketing its products and services, and continuing to extend Accreditation worldwide.

Leaves are crunching, chili is simmering, and students are back on campus, which means fall is here, and our PRSSA chapt...
09/08/2026

Leaves are crunching, chili is simmering, and students are back on campus, which means fall is here, and our PRSSA chapter at the University of Nevada, Reno is hungry for mentors!

Thanks to an energized leadership team, PRSSA is thriving again this year, and students are eager to connect with PR pros who can share their experiences, answer questions, and offer a glimpse into life after college.

Newer to the profession? Your recent, real-world experience is exactly what students need.
Mid-career? You know what employers are looking for in tomorrow’s PR talent.
A seasoned practitioner? Your perspective can illuminate the many paths a PR career can take.
No matter where you are in your career, you have something valuable to offer.

An hour or two a month can make a lasting difference. Interested? Contact April Conway, APR, at [email protected] or 775.376.4642.

At PRSA Sierra Nevada, we know strong communities are built by people who show up, work hard, and make a difference ever...
09/07/2026

At PRSA Sierra Nevada, we know strong communities are built by people who show up, work hard, and make a difference every day.

Today, we’re recognizing the professionals, teams, and organizations whose work keeps our communities moving forward.

Happy Labor Day!

Trust is at the center of public relations. And maintaining it requires more than getting the message right. It means ma...
09/04/2026

Trust is at the center of public relations. And maintaining it requires more than getting the message right. It means making thoughtful, ethical choices about what we say, what we share and how we counsel the organizations we represent.

September is PRSA Ethics Month, and we’re taking a closer look at the PRSA Code of Ethics and the principles that help guide our profession every day.

Read the latest PRSA Sierra Nevada Chapter blog: https://prsasierra.starchapter.com/blog/ethics-month

Staying current with your APR credential should feel empowering, not overwhelming. Join Public Relations Society of Amer...
08/31/2026

Staying current with your APR credential should feel empowering, not overwhelming.

Join Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) for Non-Boring Compliance! Your Guide to APR Renewal & Ethics Mastery on Sept. 23 at 3 p.m. ET.

This engaging webinar will break down the APR renewal process into clear, manageable steps while showing how ethics can be a practical and energizing part of your professional growth.

Register now: https://www.prsa.org/event/2026/09/23/default-calendar/non-boring-compliance-your-guide-to-apr-renewal-ethics-mastery-wbnr2612

Earning the APR is more than adding letters after your name. For Kathie Taylor, APR, it has shaped the way she approache...
08/27/2026

Earning the APR is more than adding letters after your name. For Kathie Taylor, APR, it has shaped the way she approaches strategy, decision-making and leadership.

“Whether I’m developing a client strategy or evaluating a new tool for our business, I rely on the discipline of research, planning, implementation, and evaluation, and always pause to ask, ‘And then what happens?’ to think through every potential outcome.”

Kathie’s APR journey has also opened the door to meaningful mentorship, where she says she often learns just as much as she gives, and remains one of the most rewarding milestones in her career.

Thinking about pursuing your APR? Let this be your reminder that the process can sharpen your strategy, strengthen your confidence and deepen your impact as a communicator. Contact Dan Davis if you are ready to take the next step!

Social media is a powerful tool, but it is not a communications strategy on its own.This PRSA article is a great read fo...
08/25/2026

Social media is a powerful tool, but it is not a communications strategy on its own.

This PRSA article is a great read for any communicator who has ever been asked to “just post more” when engagement is down. It explores why strategy, earned media, brand clarity, audience trust and meaningful measurement all need to come before the content calendar.

Read the full article: https://www.prsa.org/article/why-social-media-is-not-a-communications-strategy-AUGUST26

Bold ideas are blooming, and it’s time to celebrate them!Tickets are officially on sale for the 2026 Silver Spikes Award...
08/19/2026

Bold ideas are blooming, and it’s time to celebrate them!

Tickets are officially on sale for the 2026 Silver Spikes Awards, where PRSA Sierra Nevada will recognize the creativity, strategy and standout communications work taking root across our region.

Join us on Thursday, October 22 at 6:00 pm at The Depot Barrelhouse Room for an evening honoring the campaigns, tactics and professionals who planted big ideas, nurtured smart strategies and helped meaningful work come to life.

Reserve your seat today and join us for a night of celebration, connection and recognition.

Tickets are on sale now: https://prsasierra.org/Sponsorship_Tickets

From Strategy to Connection: The New Era of Communication LeadershipJoin PRSA Sierra Nevada for Member Monday on Aug. 24...
08/17/2026

From Strategy to Connection: The New Era of Communication Leadership

Join PRSA Sierra Nevada for Member Monday on Aug. 24, 2026, 1–1:45 p.m. ET

Join an insightful discussion with David Grossman, APR, Fellow PRSA, founder and CEO of The Grossman Group, as he explores how authentic leadership, emotional intelligence and intentional communication can strengthen trust, align teams and elevate your impact as a communicator.

Participants with the APR credential will earn 0.5 CEUs for this session.

This event is available to nonmembers for $60.

Register today: https://www.prsa.org/home/get-involved/member-mondays

Support the ideas taking root across Northern Nevada at the 2026 Silver Spikes Awards! PRSA Sierra Nevada is looking for...
08/13/2026

Support the ideas taking root across Northern Nevada at the 2026 Silver Spikes Awards! PRSA Sierra Nevada is looking for sponsors to support one of the chapter’s most exciting nights of the year, an evening dedicated to celebrating the creativity, strategy and standout communications work happening across our region.

Sponsoring the Silver Spikes is a meaningful way to show your support for local public relations and communications professionals while gaining visibility with an engaged audience of industry leaders, creatives, communicators and community partners.

Sponsorship opportunities are available at several levels, including:
• Gold Sponsor
• Silver Sponsor
• Bronze Sponsor
• Individual Winner Sponsor
• Table Sponsor

Let’s raise a glass to the work that blossomed this year and help make this year’s Silver Spikes Awards a night to remember.

View sponsorship opportunities here: https://prsasierra.org/Sponsorship_Tickets

A quick note for our Silver Spikes guests:You may have seen the recent announcement from The Depot Craft Brewery Distill...
08/11/2026

A quick note for our Silver Spikes guests:

You may have seen the recent announcement from The Depot Craft Brewery Distillery regarding the closure of its restaurant operations. We want to reassure everyone that the 2026 Silver Spikes Awards will still take place as planned in The Depot Barrelhouse Room, where we celebrated last year.

We’re grateful to The Depot team for continuing to host private events and look forward to gathering in this beautiful space to celebrate!

Tickets are still on sale, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Reserve your seat today: https://prsasierra.org/Sponsorship_Tickets

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