PRSA Alaska Communicator of the Year

The PR Communicator of the Year is the Alaska Chapter’s highest individual award. Created in 1993, the award is given to a PRSA Alaska Chapter member who has made significant contributions to the public relations profession and the community. 

The award is given based upon a clear demonstration of work in the following areas: 

  • Achievements: Detail the achievements of the nominee and demonstrate how these have advanced the profession of public relations and its positive visibility. 
  • Application: Show how the nominee has used public relations concepts and techniques to successfully solve problems or take advantage of opportunities. 
  • Accomplishments: List awards and other forms of recognition the nominee has received or public relations accomplishments, including being accredited (APR) and a member of the PRSA College of Fellows. 
  • Service to other organizations: Explain how the nominee’s involvement in professional and business organizations has advanced the profession of public relations and its visibility. 
  • Service to PRSA: Cite offices, committee assignments, and other examples of the nominee’s service to the Society. 

Candidates may either be nominated by other PRSA Alaska Chapter members or be self-nominated.

Our 2019 Communicator of the Year was Michelle Egan, APR, Fellow PRSA. Michelle is the chief communications officer with Alyeska Pipeline Services Company.

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