In recognition of Ethics in PR month, our chapter meeting on Wednesday, September 16 featured Bonnie Atwood, freelance writer and former lobbyist with a unique perspective into the codes of ethics for public relations.

September is time to reflect on professional ethics, so let’s take some time to consider the ethics that bind the practice of public relations.

Oh, how sweet it was! More than 20 of our Chapter members and a few friends came together at the Mermaid Winery in Norfolk to enjoy the pairing of wine and cake.

Recently, PRSA Hampton Roads held a monthly meeting at the Arts District home of the improv group The Pushers to see what could be learned about communications through improvisation. PRSA member Julie Watson shares her experience and lessons learned.

Welcome to Matthew “Matt” Klepeisz, the new Public Relations Manager of the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center in Virginia Beach.

Kate Lewis, director of public relations at Meridian Group, has earned the prestigious Accredited in Public Relations, or APR, endorsement.

Anthonette Ward works as a PR Consultant at The KBD Group in Norfolk, a full-service boutique public relations and marketing agency specializing in athletes, public figures, charitable organizations and small- to mid-sized businesses.

Christine Brantley, Virginia Beach Public Library community relations and development manager, received official notification of the accreditation from PRSA headquarters in New York City July 1.

Kenita Bowers, a lifelong Norfolk resident who worked at WAVY TV before going into public relations, recently became the newest director of the PRSAHR Board.

The Hampton Roads Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America announced its 2015 Pinnacle Award winners today for the best public relations programs and tactics in the region.