April 2026 Newsletter 
Calendar of Events
PRSA Cincinnati Media Day 2026: PR with Purpose: Registration Closed
We’re looking forward to a day of candid conversations with journalists and communications leaders on next Tuesday, April 21.
Sessions will explore the following topics:
- From Pitch to Publication: How Newsrooms Choose Stories - Featuring FOX 19, WLWT, the Cincinnati Business Courier and LINK nky
- Crisis Communication & Mitigation – Featuring Kroger, Children’s Hospital and Cincinnati Metro
- Strategic Amplification: Choosing the Right Channels and Humanizing the Brand – Featuring Dooley Social Studio, Gold Star Chili and the University of Cincinnati
- The Future of Communications in an AI-Influenced World – Featuring Cincy AI, MarTech & AdTech, BrandRank.AI and Together Digital
Special thanks to
Presenting Sponsor:
Supporting Sponsors:
Reads and Resources
PR with Purpose: Communicating with Intention in an Increasingly Complex Media Landscape
By Mike Gehrig, Managing Director of The Motion Agency - 2026 Media Day Presenting Sponsor
Public relations, like all things right now, seem to be evolving more quickly than ever. As communications professionals, we must match this pace of change to succeed.
Strategy, timeliness, trust, and credibility have always been at the core of communications. But in a world shaped by fragmented information ecosystems, AI-driven discovery, and shifting public trust—the landscape has never been as complex, nor have expectations been higher.
Read more about Communicating with Intention on the Blog!
Media Day Book Drive for Queen City Book Bank
Cincinnati PRSA will host a book drive and fundraiser for Queen City Book Bank during Media Day on April 21.
Attendees are encouraged to bring a book donation or give online to help provide children across Greater Cincinnati with access to books. For online donations, please write “Cincinnati PRSA” in the “This is in honor of” field.
Most needed items include: New or gently used children’s and young adult books (birth through high school) and picture books, beginning readers, chapter books and young adult novels.
Ethics Moment
On the Blog: Celebrating APR Month: Ethics at the Heart of Accreditation
By Shara Clark, APR, Cincinnati PRSA Ethics Director
April is Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) Month, a time to celebrate credentialed professionals who have demonstrated their mastery of strategic communication, leadership, and, most importantly, ethical practice. The APR is much more than a set of letters; it’s a professional milestone that represents dedication to the core values that define our profession.
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.
