February 2026 Newsletter 
President's Report
February’s PRSA national theme, Writing and Storytelling, couldn’t be more relevant to our work.
At its core, storytelling isn’t just about writing well. It’s about making sure the right people are aligned around the same message. And that rarely happens in isolation.
Some of the strongest communications don’t come from one department, they come from collaboration. Whether it’s marketing, operations, HR or leadership, when we’re working together, the story becomes clearer, more consistent and more credible.
As PR professionals, we often sit in the middle of it all. We connect business priorities to audience understanding. We translate strategy into something people can relate to. And when we build relationships across teams, we’re able to shape narratives instead of simply reacting to them.
This month, I encourage you to think about where collaboration could strengthen your storytelling. Who should be at the table earlier? Where can alignment make your message stronger?
Our February program, being held tonight in partnership with BTV Marketing Group, will explore this idea — how integrated efforts across departments drive better outcomes. There are still tickets available if you can join us for this important discussion.
I’m grateful to be part of a chapter that values both strategy and connection. I look forward to seeing you soon.
Cheers,
Courtney Fogle
Upcoming Events
Save the dates! More details and registration information will be shared soon, but mark your calendars for these upcoming programs:
Pinnacles Kick Off + Do's & Don’ts Webinar
Monday, March 16 | 12 p.m.
A quick refresher on the Pinnacles process, submission best practices and real examples — plus live Q&A.
PRSA Professional Development Day
Friday, April 10 | 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
A half-day designed to strengthen your leadership, creativity and confidence while tackling the real challenges communicators face today.
Thought Leadership
There’s no better way to sharpen your skills than learning directly from the people on the other side of the pitch. At this year’s PRSA Western District Conference, Las Vegas’ own Samantha Colón attended a standout “Shark Tank: Pitch to the Press” session, where journalists reacted to live pitches in real time.
In this month’s thought leadership feature, Samantha shares key takeaways on crafting audience-first stories, leading with metrics and respecting the journalist’s role in shaping the narrative. Read the full recap to strengthen your next pitch — and to see why more Las Vegas practitioners should consider attending (and presenting at) future Western District conferences.
Member Spotlight
Please join us in welcoming new member Andryanna Sheppard to the PRSA Las Vegas Valley Chapter. Andryanna recently transitioned from an eight-year career in TV journalism—including investigative reporting with FOX5 Vegas—to her new role as Public Information Officer with the Clark County District Attorney’s Office. In this spotlight, she shares how her background in storytelling and understanding the media is shaping her work in public sector communications, why she joined PRSA, and what she’s excited to learn from the local communications community. Read the full member spotlight on our blog.
Maximize Your PRSA Membership
Looking to level up your skills in 2026?
Through your membership with PRSA, you have access to a wide range of on-demand courses and webinars designed for today’s communicators. Explore timely topics like AI tools for the modern communicator and boosting your news writing skills, or earn an Integrated Marketing Communications or Advanced Crisis Communications Certificate - all available when it works for you.
Ready to start learning? Explore the full library of on-demand opportunities on PRSA’s website.
PRSA Las Vegas Spotlight
Join the 2026 Pinnacle Awards Committee
Help bring the 2026 Pinnacle Awards to life! We’re seeking members to support planning and execution in focused roles alongside board leadership in our chapter’s signature event. Reach out to Courtney Fogle at [email protected] to learn more.
Job Listings
Looking for a new opportunity?
Check out these two current job openings on our Job Board:
Public Relations Account Supervisor (MassMedia)
Mid to Senior Level Communications Specialist (The Firm Public Relations & Marketing)
If you're hiring, we're happy to share job openings with our PRSA Las Vegas community. Post a job on our website and it may also be featured on social media or in this monthly newsletter.
