2026 Hall of Fame Nomination Form

We are pleased to announce that the PRSA National Capital Chapter Hall of Fame nominations are now open. This is an opportunity to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of public relations in the National Capital region.

Please note that current board members and committee members are not eligible for Hall of Fame nomination.

The deadline for submissions is October 23, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

Thank you for your support and participation!

Eligibility Requirements and Nomination Information
Criteria for Induction in the National Capital Public Relations Hall of Fame:
- Thirty or more years of distinguished accomplishments in the public relations or public affairs profession
- Can be actively employed or retired
- Demonstration as a visionary leader within the communications industry
- Demonstrated dedication to the profession and other professionals
- Made a significant positive impact on the communications industry, with particular impact in the DC communications community through mentoring or through other means of giving back to the industry
- Has by example, inspired the next generation of public relations or public affairs professionals to excel
- Worked in the Washington, DC area for at least ten years
- Two letters of recommendation are required. Letters must be submitted by individuals other than the nominator.
Nominee Information
Name of Nominee*
First Name Last Name Credentials
Nominee Title
Nominee Company/Organization
Nominee Email*
Nomination Synopsis*
In 100 words or less, please describe the nominee’s most significant contribution to the advancement of the PR/communications profession.
Nominator Information
Name of Nominator*
First Name Last Name Credentials
Nominator Title
Nominator Company/Organization
Nominator Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Nominator Office Phone
Nominator Cell or Home Phone*
Nominator Email*
Does the nominee know they are being nominated?*
- No
- Yes
Is the nominee now, or have they ever been, a member of PRSA or the National Capital Chapter of PRSA?*
- Yes, a National PRSA member only
- Yes, a PRSA National Capital Chapter member
- No
Does this person reside/work, or did they ever reside/work, in the DC Metro area for at least ten years?*
- Yes
- No
- I Don't Know
What is your relationship to the nominee? (former or current colleague, friend, served in a volunteer capacity with the nominee, family member, etc.)*
Please list roles held by nominee with external PR industry and local community/philanthropic organizations.*
Please explain in 350 words or less how this person has made a positive impact on the public relations/communications profession, with particular emphasis on how this person has given back to the profession as a whole through board leadership, volunteering and other commitments of time and talent to organizations/initiatives representing the profession.*
Please provide a link to the nominee’s social channels, e.g., online portfolio, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.
Nominee's X (formly Twitter) Handle*
Nominee's LinkedIn Page*
Substack
Youtube
Nominee's Thought Leadership Portfolio (blogs, speeches, articles, etc.)*
Please upload the nominee's resume (no more than 2 pages) and two letters of recommendation from individuals other than the nominator.
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Eligibility Requirements and Nomination Information

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