PRSA is searching for a visionary, transformational and collaborative leader who will propel it into the future as the premier communications organization that leads and connects through ethical standards, certification, advocacy and education.
PRSA Explained
The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) is the leading professional organization serving the communications community through a network of more than 400 professional and student chapters in the U.S., Argentina, Colombia, Peru and Puerto Rico. Guided by its Code of Ethics, PRSA empowers its members to succeed at every stage of their careers through a wide breadth of premium professional development programs, exclusive networking events and leadership opportunities. Signature events include the Anvil Awards and ICON, the premier annual gathering for communications professionals and students. For more information, visit www.prsa.org.
PRSA CEO Candidate Requirements
Visionary, transformational and collaborative leader
Past experience in and understanding of PR and Communications; willingness to achieve APR
Servant-leader who can motivate, grow and retain members, volunteer leaders and staff
Strategist and operator who can lead day-to-day while moving the Society into the future
Understanding of and, ideally, experience in nonprofits, advocacy organizations and/or boards
Experience in leading large teams, complex programs and managing multi-million-dollar budgets
Deep alignment with PRSA’s Strategic Plan, Code of Ethics, diversity and professional values
Role Details
Reports to the PRSA Board of Directors
Oversees a staff of ~40 professionals based in NYC and around the U.S.
Leads 18,000+ professional, 7,500+ student members and ~$15 million annual budget
Can be located in NYC or remotely with willingness to travel
Timeline
The process for application submission is outlined at this page on the PRSA website.
Candidate applications are being accepted Monday, Nov. 18 through 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time U.S. Friday, Nov. 29.
The PRSA Search Committee will narrow the field of candidates based on online submissions.
Recommend finalists will be invited to virtual interviews with the PRSA Board in early January 2025.
The leading two or three finalists will be invited to meet with the PRSA Board in person at the end of January 2025.
The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) is the nation’s leading professional organization serving the communications community. PRSA is the principal advocate for industry excellence and ethical conduct and provides members lifelong learning opportunities and leading-edge resources to enhance professional connections and support them at every stage of their career. With nearly 30,000 members, PRSA is collectively represented by 110 Chapters and 14 Professional Interest Sections, and on nearly 375 college and university campuses through its student organization, the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA).
