Monthly Newsletter - May 2026 | |
Courtney Pulitzer
Membership Chair
This month, we’re spotlighting Courtney Pulitzer, 2026 PRSA Southern Arizona board membership chair.
Pulitzer is public relations director at Sandoval Creative, where she helps connect clients with local, regional and national media and develops integrated campaigns that combine strategic marketing and public relations. Her career spans corporate, nonprofit and creative sectors, with experience in New York’s emerging tech scene, Paris and Southern Arizona.
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She launched Courtney Pulitzer Creations in the mid-1990s and built an internationally recognized brand, including the “Cocktails with Courtney” networking series and “The Cyber Scene” newsletter. She has been featured or quoted in outlets including The New York Times, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, The New Yorker, USA Today and CNN. Since 1999, she also has served as a Webby Awards judge.
Meet the Board
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2026 PRSA Southern Arizona IMPACT Awards: Start Your Entries!
Submissions will open on May 18 for the 2026 PRSA Southern Arizona IMPACT Awards. Early bird submissions save 50% off entry fees through June 15!
This is your opportunity to gain recognition for outstanding work in public relations, marketing and communications. Have you launched a game-changing campaign, elevated a brand, or driven measurable impact? We want to celebrate your achievements. All communications professionals in Southern Arizona are eligible. PRSA members and non-members welcome.
Why enter?
Build credibility with industry peers, showcase your work to the community, elevate your team's professional standing and gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
Winners will be honored at the 2026 IMPACT Awards celebration in October.
Visit prsatucson.org/impact to learn more. Questions? Contact awards@prsatucson.org.
We are opening submissions two weeks early this year to give people extra time. The final deadline for all submissions will be July 6. No extensions.
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Reminder: Help Judge the PROTOS Awards
PRSA Southern Arizona members are invited to judge the Orange County PRSA PROTOS Awards from July 1-31. Judges will review entries online on their own schedule, with a short training webinar provided before judging begins.
To volunteer or ask questions, contact IMPACT Awards Co-Chairs Erika Mitnik at emitnik@arizona.edu or Hailee Tavoian at htavoian@sahuaritaaz.gov by May 15.
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PRSA Tucson Coffee Meetup
May 12, 2026 | 7:30 –8:30 a.m. | Exo Roast Co.
Take a midweek break and connect with fellow communicators at our monthly PRSA Tucson Coffee Meetup. These informal, drop-in gatherings offer a relaxed way to catch up, exchange ideas and meet new faces over coffee. Come by when you can and stay as long as your schedule allows.
Sign up for the May PRSA coffee meetup
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From Pitch to Placement: A Media Roundtable
May 19, 2026 | 12:00–1:00 p.m. | Online-Zoom
Join PRSA Southern Arizona for a media roundtable focused on what makes a pitch stand out and how communicators can build stronger relationships with journalists and media outlets. Attendees will hear directly from media professionals, gain practical pitching insights and have the opportunity to ask questions in a collaborative discussion format.
$5 for Members | $15 for Non-Members | Free for Students
Register today to gain insider tips from local media professionals
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Save the Date - Public Relations 101
Jun. 26, 2026 | Sundt Construction | More details to come
Mark your calendar for PRSA Southern Arizona’s half-day Public Relations 101 on Friday, June 26, at Sundt Construction. This morning workshop will offer practical communications guidance for early-career professionals, small businesses and those who support PR or marketing as part of their role. More details coming soon.
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| PRSA Professional Development | |
| PRSA offers a wide range of live and on-demand webinars designed to help you stay current, sharpen your skills and earn professional development credits throughout the year. Members enjoy free or discounted access to timely topics—from AI and digital strategy to measurement and messaging. Browse PRSA’s professional development portal to register and expand your communications toolkit. | | |
PRSA FutureCon 2026 will take place May 14 in New York City, bringing together communications professionals to explore emerging trends shaping the future of public relations. The one-day event will feature sessions on AI, digital innovation and the evolving role of communicators.
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This PRSA summit will bring together public affairs and government communicators for professional development, networking and conversations on trust, credibility and crisis communication.
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Help keep our chapter connected and informed!
Share your news: Started a new role or received a professional honor? Send your name, title, organization, and a brief update so we can celebrate you in an upcoming newsletter.
Post a job opening: Hiring for a PR, communications, or marketing role—or looking for an intern? Send the position title, employer, and application link to reach qualified professionals across Southern Arizona.
Submit member news and job openings to: info@prsatucson.org
Stay connected between newsletters by following PRSA Southern Arizona on social media for the latest chapter updates, events, and professional opportunities and help spread the word by sharing our posts.
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The Southern Arizona Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America is the region's leading professional organization serving the communications community. We are advocates for industry excellence and ethical conduct, providing our members with learning opportunities and resources to enhance professional connections and support them through their careers. Visit prsatucson.org to learn more about our upcoming monthly programs, occasional networking mixers, annual events and more. By becoming a member, you will join the ranks of 21,000 other public relations professionals across the country to expand your professional network and to build your knowledge and skills to further advance your career.
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