Calendar of Events

Mission vs. Margin: What Nonprofit and For-Profit Communicators Can Learn From Each OtherDate: Wednesday, August 19, 9 - 10 a.m.

Location: Queen City Book Bank, 1200 Gest Street, Cincinnati, OH 45203

What to Expect: Join Cincinnati PRSA for a candid conversation about mission-driven storytelling, brand strategy, media relations, crisis communications and building trust across sectors. Panelists will share lessons learned from both sides, discuss the unique challenges each environment presents and explore what communications professionals can gain by understanding both.

Limited Spots! Cincinnati PRSA Volunteers at Queen City Book Bank

Date: Wednesday, August 19, 10 a.m. - noon

Location: Queen City Book Bank, 1200 Gest St, Cincinnati, OH 45203

What to Expect: Join Cincinnati PRSA in giving back to the community. For the second year in a row, we'll volunteer at Queen City Book Bank, helping support its mission to provide books and literacy resources throughout the region.

Volunteers will receive a behind-the-scenes tour of QCBB's operations and assist with hands-on projects, including sorting and organizing donated books and materials.

Trust Amid Insularity: Highlights from the 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer

Date: Monday, September 21, 11:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

Location: Kemba Community Center, 5600 Chappell Crossing Blvd.
West Chester, OH 45069

What to Expect: Cincinnati PRSA is honored to welcome experts from Edelman and The Edelman Trust Institute during September Ethics Month. We’ll enjoy lunch together as we learn about insularity, the key factors driving this rise, and what we can do to address trust issues, followed by table discussions in the room

Save the Date! November 19, 6 - 9 p.m.

Cincinnati PRSA Chapter Dinner and Blacksmith Awards
More information to be shared soon!

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Ethics Moment

Ethics Moment: Does the Public Have a Right to Know Everything?
By Shara Clark, APR, Cincinnati PRSA Ethics Director

“Be transparent.”

It’s one of the most common pieces of ethical advice in public relations for good reasons. Transparency builds trust, demonstrates accountability and helps organizations communicate honestly with audiences.

But transparency becomes complicated when the public’s desire for information conflicts with an individual’s right to privacy, legal obligations or the potential harm that disclosure could cause.

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Reads and Resources

On the Blog: Why Enter Your Work for a Blacksmith award?

By Suzanne Boys, 2026 Cincinnati PRSA Chapter President
Here we are in the dog-days of summer, and yet our November awards banquet is right around the corner. Alright, so the banquet isn’t right around the corner, but the deadline to submit an entry is.
The entry portal is now open, and here are dates to keep in mind.

So why should you submit an entry? Visit the blog to read my top three reasons.

Sponsor Cincinnati PRSA's Biggest Event of the Year - Opportunities Available Now
The Cincinnati PRSA Chapter Banquet and Blacksmith Awards returns November 19, bringing together hundreds of communications professionals to celebrate excellence in public relations. Sponsorship is a great opportunity to increase your organization's visibility, engage with industry leaders, and support professional development within our local PR community.

View the opportunities here and reach out to [email protected] with interest or questions!

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APR

Accreditation Classes Starting Soon!
Are you thinking about taking your career in public relations to the next level? Earn your accreditation in public relations! Cincinnati PRSA is pleased to offer a 5-week prep course to help candidates for the panel presentation and computer-based exam.

Contact [email protected] for more information! 

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Kudos and Congrats

Congratulations Leadership Northern Kentucky Class of 2027

Congratulations to Lauren Vogel, APR, of Scooter Media and Casey Kroger of Perfetti Van Melle who were recently selected to participate in the 2027 class of Leadership Northern Kentucky!

Hosted by the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Northern Kentucky is a 10-month community leadership program that brings together professionals from across business, government, nonprofit, and civic organizations to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping our region. The 2027 class includes 52 leaders from organizations throughout Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati.

Did you land a new job? Were you recognized for your outstanding work? Did your pitch land a great media placement? Please write to [email protected]

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Job Listings

Are you trying to fill a role in your organization? Are you seeking a new position? Check out the Cincinnati PRSA Job Board! Positions are posted for three months. Check out open positions or fill out the form to post your open role today.

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