Media & PR Roundtable: Conversations on Collaboration

Aug 24, 2026 | Past Event, Past Events

WHERE: Chugach Electric Association Inc, Anchorage, AK
WHEN: Wednesday, September 9 | 12:00 to 1:30 p.m.

What happens when journalists and public relations professionals sit down on the same side of the table? Join seasoned media and Alaska PR leaders for a candid panel conversation about ethics, expectations and relationships. Explore where the professions align, where perspectives may differ and how strong connections better serve organizations, clients, audiences, and the public.

PR Panelists

  • Sarah Erkmann Ward, APR, President, Blueprint
  • Heather Cavanaugh, APR, Vice President, External Affairs and Corporate Communications, Alaska Communications
  • Jonathon Taylor, Director of Public Affairs, University of Alaska

Media panelists

  • Lori Townsend, Alaska Public Media
  • Zachariah Hughes, Anchorage Daily News
  • Trill Gates, Coastal Television of Anchorage

Get your tickets here!

Thank you to our sponsor, University of Alaska!