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Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Leading PR Professionals to Be Honored at the Big Apple Awards at Sony Hall on September 18
Campaign submissions are open through May 28, and 15 Under 35 individual award submissions open on May 19 NEW YORK, May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leaders in the public relations industry will gather at Sony Hall, in the center of New York City's vibrant theatre district, on the evening of Thursday, September 18 to celebrate the 38th Annual Big Apple Awards. This year's event, themed 'Elevate & Evolve: Honoring PR Excellence in a Changing Landscape,' will spotlight the trailblazers who are redefining what success looks like in an industry constantly shaped by innovation and disruption. A venue that embodies what it means to elevate and evolve, Sony Hall combines old New York glamour and art deco design with state-of-the-art art audio, visual and production technology to bring a one-of-a-kind experience for this year's awards gala. Tri-state PR professionals still have the chance to submit their work for the chance to be recognized. Entries will be accepted until May 28, 2025 at See information on pricing and entry requirements here. Nominations for the PRSA-NY 15 Under 35 Awards, which recognize the most inspirational and ambitious young industry talent within the New York City Metro Area, will be open from Monday, May 19 through Sunday, July 6, with details to be announced on May 19. 'This year's event is bringing in the best of the best—industry veterans, up-and-coming professionals and top-of-the-line work—all with Sony Hall as the perfect backdrop of atmosphere and innovation to elevate the evening,' said Ken Kerrigan, President of PRSA-NY. 'From embracing digital transformations and leveraging emerging platforms to navigating challenges with agility, honorees will be those who have not only kept pace with change—but led the way.' PRSA-NY is grateful for the support of its members and the broader PR community, including sponsors Hunter, Edelman, 360PR+, The Stevens Group, The Museum of Public Relations, Notified and the official sponsor for the 15 Under 35 Awards, PRophet. More details, including tickets for purchase, shortlist announcements, individual award recipients and special honorees will be released in the coming weeks. To learn more about the Big Apple Awards or volunteer for the event, please visit or contact fays@ For sponsorship opportunities, please see here. ABOUT THE BIG APPLE AWARDSThe New York Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America established the Big Apple Awards program in 1988 to encourage excellence in public relations. The program has evolved to keep pace with a rapidly changing industry and continues to celebrate the exciting and innovative successes of talented professionals working in the heart of the communications universe. Today, a Big Apple Award is recognized as one of the highest honors bestowed in public relations. ABOUT PRSA-NYThe New York Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America is the best-established, most substantial and most influential group of public relations professionals in the country. Located in the media capital of the world, PRSA-NY offers to its members top-level career development and education, networking, mentoring and award programs. PRSA-NY serves communications decision-makers at agencies, businesses, nonprofit organizations and public and private institutions. For more information about PRSA-NY, go to This press release was published by a CLEAR® Verified individual. CONTACT: Contact: Ken Kerrigan, APR kenkerriganapr@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Associated Press
17-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
PRSA-NY 2025 Big Apple Awards Open for Entries
NEW YORK, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Public Relations Society of America's New York Chapter (PRSA-NY) is now accepting submissions for the 38 th Annual Big Apple Awards, celebrating excellence in communications across the New York metro area. PR professionals, agencies and in-house teams can submit their best campaigns starting today, with early bird discount entry fees available through April 18, 2025. Entries will be accepted until May 11, 2025 at This year's theme, Elevate & Evolve: Honoring PR Excellence in a Changing Landscape, recognizes the industry's ability to navigate shifting media dynamics, new platforms and the impact of innovative technology, like AI, on communications. The awards will spotlight the professionals and campaigns by teams here in New York that have set new benchmarks for creativity, strategy and measurable impact. The annual awards gala will be held in person this September, with details to be announced soon. 'New York City is the world's communications capitol and the Big Apple awards are designed to celebrate the excellent work that professionals in the city do for their clients everyday,' said Ken Kerrigan, APR, President of PRSA-NY. 'From healthcare to professional services to consumer activations, these professionals work tirelessly to elevate public discourse on the issues that matter most, while consistently seeking to evolve how we communicate across both traditional and emerging media channels.' SUBMISSION DEADLINES AND PRICING Entrants can submit campaigns in up to three categories, with savings offered for multiple nominations and an additional 15% early bird discount (code: EARLYBIRD2025) available through April 18. Regular deadline and pricing are as follows: Final Deadline – Sunday, May 11 at 11:59 PM EDT Member 1 Entry: $575 2 Entries: $925 3 Entries: $1,225 Non-Member 1 Entry: $625 2 Entries: $975 3 Entries: $1,275 'The Big Apple Awards will spotlight PR professionals that have risen to the occasion to create innovative campaigns that cut through the clutter,' said Megan Miller, Co-Chair of the PRSA-NY Big Apple Awards. 'Our sponsors and participants are consistently at the forefront of these evolving platforms, embracing challenges and changes to stay ahead, and these achievements deserve to be celebrated at this year's gala that will be a night to remember.' PRSA-NY is grateful for the support of its members and the broader PR community including sponsors Hunter, Edelman, The Stevens Group, The Museum of Public Relations and Notified. To learn more about Big Apple Awards or to volunteer for the event, please visit or contact [email protected]. For sponsorship opportunities, please see here. Nominations for the PRSA-NY 15 Under 35 Awards, which recognize the most inspirational and ambitious young industry talent within the New York City Metro Area, will open later this spring, with generous support from this year's official sponsor, PRophet. JUDGING The awards are read and scored by senior-level PR professionals who dedicate their time to identifying and awarding the best work submitted. The judging panel is comprised of experienced, senior-level PR professionals representing a wide range of disciplines and expertise. Groups of senior professionals judge every Big Apple Award entry objectively. Special care is taken to assure that all judges remain impartial and are not assigned to review nominations that create a conflict of interest. PRSA-NY provides the judges with a consistent set of criteria and score sheets, along with training on our standards and best practices. Judges must have at least five years of PR experience. Submit your nomination to judge here: ABOUT PRSA-NY The New York Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America is the best-established, most substantial and most influential group of public relations professionals in the country. Located in the media capital of the world, PRSA-NY offers to its members top-level career development and education, networking, mentoring and award programs. PRSA-NY serves communications decision-makers at agencies, businesses, nonprofit organizations and public and private institutions. For more information about PRSA-NY, go to Contact:
