PRSA Thoroughbred Chapter
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For more than 40 years we’ve been the leading public relations organization serving Lexington and Central/Eastern Kentucky. Our vibrant community of communications professionals covers a wide range of industries and levels of experience.
From senior practitioners to young talent launching careers in PR, we’re the go-to resource for learning, networking and professional development.
Here’s a preview of our sizzling summer networking events! Look for more info here and in upcoming issues of The Loop newsletter.
Thursday, July 9: Kenwick Table, Lexington
Thursday, July 23: Lunch at Goodfellas Pizzeria-Distillery, Lexington
Thursday, Aug. 13: The Greenery: Coffee + Social Space
Thursday, Aug. 20: Happy Hour at Brothers Wright Distilling Co., Pikeville, hosted by Chapter President Marc Whitt
You're invited: Check out our summer lineup!
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Inaugural PRSA Thoroughbred Chapter Conference
November 4-5, 2026
Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center | 141 E. Main St. | Lexington
Mark your calendars for the first-ever conference hosted by the PRSA Thoroughbred Chapter. Our Conference Committee is hard at work finalizing speakers and a dynamic lineup of topics. More details coming soon! For updates, check here.
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Thoroughbred Chapter News
Amy Preske has article in recent issue of PRSA's Issues & Trends
Amy Preske, APR, has written an article for the June 23 issue of PRSA's Issues & Trends newsletter. The piece is titled "Balancing Act: Lessons from Yoga for Modern PR Professionals - PRsay" and looks at the similarities between yoga and the practice of public relations.
Amy is founder of her own public relations firm, Booze PR, and she also serves at secretary and APR co-chair for the Thoroughbred Chapter.
Chapter member Michele Hill earns NAGC award for writing
Michele Hill, a member of the Thoroughbred Chapter, recently received first place for writing from the National Association of Government Communicators.
Michele is director of communications and marketing for the Kentucky League of Cities. She is also a former communications co-chair for our chapter and a current member of the PRSA East Central District Board of Directors.
Immediate Past President Katie Neal to speak at ICON 2026
Join PRSA in Orlando, Florida, this October for ICON 2026, the largest and most iconic PR event of the year.
Katie Neal, ACC, the Thoroughbred Chapter's immediate part president, will present at ICON on Monday, Oct. 19. Her session, "Lead without Limits,” will focus on tackling perfectionism, imposter syndrome and burnout among PR professionals.
Thoroughbred Chapter joins discussion during Mental Health Awareness Month on FOX 56
Thanks to Tina Bryson and Abbye Crowe for representing the Thoroughbred Chapter during a Mental Health Awareness Month segment on FOX 56 News.
You can see their May 15 appearance here: Communications Professionals & Mental Health | PRSA Thoroughbred Chapter.
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Tina is director of communications at the Christian Appalachian Project, and Abbye is a public relations specialist at New Vista.
Thoroughbred Chapter establishes Tom L. Preston Lifetime Achievement Award
The Thoroughbred Chapter has created its first named honor — the Tom L. Preston Lifetime Achievement Award — recognizing a career of extraordinary impact, integrity and leadership in the field of public relations.
The award is named in honor of Tom L. Preston, a founding member of the PRSA Thoroughbred Chapter and one of Kentucky’s most distinguished communications professionals. Preston’s career has been defined by excellence in practice, a deep commitment to ethical leadership, and a lasting influence on generations of practitioners.
Preston also holds the distinction of being the first Kentuckian elected to the prestigious PRSA College of Fellows, the organization’s highest individual honor.
Beginning with the chapter’s 2026 Awards Banquet on Sept. 24, the Tom L. Preston Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented annually to an individual whose career reflects the highest standards of the profession and a measurable, lasting impact on the communities they serve.
Welcome to New Members
The Thoroughbred Chapter is thriving with a record-breaking 85 members! We welcome our newest members, who joined in May:
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Anna Sawyer, Social Media, Blue Grass Airport
Dwight Donald Butler, Partner, Americana Real Estate & Auctions
