March 2026 Newsletter 
Calendar of Events
Get the Scoop on Going for Your APR — Cocktails & Conversation
Date: March 25, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Vehr Communications, 700 Walnut Street, Suite 400
Cincinnati, OH 45202
What to Expect: Have you ever thought about having the “APR” credential behind your name? Earning PRSA's Accreditation in Public Relations is a mark of distinction that demonstrates your strategic expertise, ethical practice, and a dedication to lifelong learning and growth.
Join us March 25 for cocktails and a casual exploration with inside scoop from our Cincinnati chapter APR Chair, past Chairs, leaders and some of our newest APRs.
Tickets on Sale Now! PRSA Cincinnati Media Day 2026: PR with Purpose
Date: April 21, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: First Financial Convention Center, 525 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH 45202
What to Expect: The theme “PR with Purpose” reflects the evolving role of communications professionals in a rapidly changing media environment. Through keynote insights, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, the program will focus on practical ways to communicate with purpose in today’s complex landscape.
Reads and Resources
On the Blog: 8 Takeaways from PRSA Cincinnati’s State of PR 2026
In February, PRSA Cincinnati gathered communications professionals for its second annual State of PR meeting. Agency leaders, corporate communicators and marketing professionals came together to discuss how the profession is evolving and what skills and strategies communicators need now.
We thank our moderator Nick Vehr and panelists Tiffany Luckey, Jonathan Kissel, APR, Shara Clark, APR, and Melissa Currence. Special thanks to First Financial Bank’s Community Center for hosting our event!
Visit the blog for eight key themes that emerged from the conversation.
PRSA East Central District Week of Caring Update
At Cincinnati PRSA's The State of Public Relations 2026, held on Feb. 26, our chapter came together to support Freestore Foodbank as part of the PRSA East Central District Week of Caring.
Thanks to our members’ generosity, we delivered 20 food items and raised $325 to support families across our region. Every item and every dollar helps Freestore Foodbank provide food, connection and hope through food access, stabilization services and job training programs.
Thank you to everyone who donated, attended and helped make a difference!
Kudos and Congrats
Shara Clark Serving as Lead Judge for the PRSA National Silver Anvil Competition
PRSA Member and Cincinnati Chapter Board Member, Shara Clark, APR, is serving at a national level this year as a Lead Judge for the Silver Anvil Awards. The Anvil Awards take place in New York City in May, and Shara is lending her expertise as a judge to evaluate entries based on their strategic approach and effectiveness.
Congratulations to Cincinnati PRSA Board Member Elizabeth Desrosiers!
Elizabeth and her family welcomed baby Grace Michelle on Tuesday, March 3. Mom and baby are doing great, and big brother and sister are adjusting well to their new roles.
Congratulations to the Desrosiers, party of 5!
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]
Ethics Moment
Ethics Moment: Wondering if Using AI is Ethical? Here’s a Tool to Help!
By Shara Clark, APR, Cincinnati PRSA Ethics Director
We all know that AI can be an amazing tool, but it can also cause a lot of pitfalls from an ethical perspective. PRSA has created a free downloadable guide that can help you think through some of those challenges and ensure you’re using AI tools in an ethical way.
Download “The Ethical Use of AI For Public Relations Practitioners Version 2.0”
Become a PRSA Member Today!
The Value of Your PRSA Membership
As shown in the above Ethics Moment, PRSA is addressing AI concerns, excitement and everything in between. This is just ONE of many benefits of being a member of National PRSA and your local Cincinnati Chapter.
These free AI guides for PRSA members are worth half of your annual membership. Check out the AI Prompting 101 guide for FREE even if you are not a member. Try it out and see if PRSA membership won’t pay for itself.
PRSA membership gives you unlimited access to free national webinars and discounted comprehensive training, available live and on-demand. Including access to free monthly webinars, workshops and conferences at a discounted rate, on-demand training and receive special members-only pricing.
Join us at https://www.prsa.org/membership and jump-start your skill and network development.
Questions?: Contact Christe McKittrick at [email protected].
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.
