TUCSON, ARIZONA (NOVEMBER 5, 2025): The Southern Arizona Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) has announced its incoming board of directors for 2026, as recently elected by Chapter members.

Amy Barber, incoming Chapter President, said, “The local PR professionals who comprise the board are eager to continue to grow the chapter and present stimulating programs that address such critically important communications topics as AI, research, analytics and measurement, ethics, and much more.”

These board members will begin their terms on Jan. 1, 2026:

President: Amy Barber (Chapter officer)

Immediate Past President: Laura Kruszewski, MBA, APR

Secretary: Patrick McNamara (Chapter officer)

Treasurer: Mitch Zak, MPA (Chapter officer)

Programs Co-chairs:
Jade Norden
Joe Barrios

IMPACT Awards Co-chairs:
Hailee Tavoian
Erika Mitnik

Membership Chair: Courtney Pulitzer

Communications Chair: Mariana Calvos-Llanos

Social Media Chair: Adamari Juarez

Western District Liaison/PRSA Leadership Assembly Delegate: Jessa B. Turner (Third year of 3- year term)

APR (Accreditation in Public Relations) Chair: Melissa Martinez, APR, MA, CPC

Ethics Chair: Jenny Fiore-Magana

Sponsorship Chair: Vacant

PRSA Southern Arizona Chapter offers professional development to public relations, marketing and communications professionals through events, awards, continuing education and accreditation, and a vibrant network of local practitioners. For more information, visit prsatucson.org

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About PRSA Southern Arizona Chapter
PRSA Southern Arizona Chapter is the region's leading professional organization serving the communications community. As advocates for industry excellence and ethical conduct, it provides members with learning opportunities and resources to enhance professional connections and support them throughout their career. To learn more about becoming a member, and the chapter’s monthly programs, networking mixers, annual events and more, visit prsatucson.org.

Media Contact:
Elise Brown
Communications Chair, PRSA Southern Arizona
elise@elisebrownpr.com, phone (215) 990-6955