By: Katie Haley
On October 13, 2023 myself and four other chapter members traveled to Nashville, Tennessee to attend PRSSA National Conference, ICON. This was my second and last National Conference and it was nothing short of incredible. I approached the weekend with an open mind and eager to expand my knowledge in this industry.
I was truly inspired by the wisdom shared by profound professionals. The conference committee lined up speakers from all different backgrounds. This is what makes conferences such a unique experience. We get to hear from professionals within all the different avenues PR has to offer. We heard from speakers such as Amanda Brooks from ESPN, Gina Laughlin from Delta, and Keisha Monqiue, a music publicist in Nashville just to name a few. Each speaker shared their distinctive stories and passions within their work. We also had the opportunity to network with other PRSSA chapters from across the country. We were able to discuss, share and brainstorm ways we can overcome challenges and continue to grow our chapters.
Walking away from this conference I feel confident in this career I am pursuing and know I am exactly where I need to be. I encourage all PRSSA members to consider attending next year's conference. I know you won’t regret it!