ALABAMA PRSA ANNOUNCES 2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

 
 

The Alabama Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) has announced its 2021 Board of Directors. The Board is comprised of 38 public relations professionals from across the state who work in a variety of sectors. The officers of the chapter include:

  • President – Meg Burton, APR, Brasfield & Gorrie
  • President-Elect – Betsy Emmons, APR, Samford University
  • Treasurer – Robin DeMonia, Direct Communications
  • Secretary/Assistant Treasurer – LaShana Sorrell, MBA, Vulcan Park and Museum
 
 

The board of directors also includes:

Jacqueline Allen; Cristina Almanza, APR; Abby Basinger; Briana Bryant, MPA; Missy Burchart, APR; Kendra Carter; Dawnette Chambers; Patti Conwell, APR; Christina Crowe; Ally Dorrough, APR; Abby Drummond; Betsy Emmons, APR; Brittany Fillmore; Sara Franklin, APR; Ashley Fulmer-Foster, APR; Eliza Heidelberg; JaQuisha Hudson, APR; Adam Kelley, APR; Savannah Koplon, APR; Buffy Lockette, APR; Holly Lollar, APR; Polly Manuel; John Matson, APR; Julie McKinney, APR; Tiffany Nabors; Rachel Olis, APR; Philip Poole, APR; Adam Pope, APR; Jacqueline Shaia, J.D., Ph.D.; Erin Slay-Wilson; Yvonne Taunton; Bill Todd, APR; Robyn Tucker; Erin Vogt; Brandon Wilson, APR; and Nicole Wyatt.

A top resource for public relations professionals in the state, Alabama PRSA aims to enhance the profession, provide continuing education and offer networking opportunities for its members. The chapter hosts regular monthly meetings that are open to the public (currently virtual due to COVID-19) and feature presentations by informative speakers from around the country, including newsmakers, influential leaders and communication experts. In addition, the chapter hosts Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) programs and other networking opportunities. Visit alabamaprsa.org to learn more.

“Given the challenges society is facing today, it is more important than ever for our organization to lead the way in advancing the responsible practice of public relations and our code of ethics, which includes honesty and advocacy, among other values,” said Alabama PRSA President Meg Burton, APR. “Adapting to the challenges presented by COVID-19, we’re planning a strong slate of opportunities for the development and professional growth of our members. We’re also focusing on opportunities to advance diversity, equity and inclusion within our field and through our role as communicators.”