2018 Virginia Public Relations Awards Ceremony

For assistance with ticketing, contact PRSA web admin Jenny Pedraza, APR, at jenny@jennypedraza.com.

Let’s celebrate exceptional public relations work from across Virginia. Please join us for drinks and dinner as we recognize the creativity, passion and professionalism within our industry.

The 71th Virginia Public Relations Awards will be held May 24, 2018 at the Jefferson Hotel, located at 101 West Franklin Street in Richmond, Virginia. Cocktail hour begins at 5:30 p.m., with the awards presentation and dinner beginning promptly at 6:30 p.m.

Beth A. Hardy, APR, to be Recognized as Thomas Jefferson Award Winner

Beth A. Hardy, APR, will be recognized at the ceremony as this year's Thomas Jefferson Award winner. The award is given to a seasoned public relations practitioner who has made an ongoing commitment to the advancement of the profession.

Hardy is the president of Hardy Communications and a District 4 School Board Member for Goochland County Public Schools. With more than 25 years of experience in public relations, Hardy's practice focuses on strategic marketing and communications planning for businesses in both the public and private sectors.

Ticket Prices

Individual tickets are $75 each for PRSA Richmond members and $85 for non-members. A table of ten can be purchased for $700. Purchase your tickets by May 9.

Event Contact

Diana Burkett, APR, second vice president of awards, at dburkett@vcu.edu. 

Send updates and changes to your existing registrations to Jenny Pedraza, APR, PRSA web admin, at jenny@jennypedraza.com.

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Ticket Prices

Individual tickets are $75 each for PRSA Richmond members and $85 for non-members. A table of ten can be purchased for $700. Purchase your tickets by May 9.

Attendee Information Required
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