PRSA North Pacific District Announces New Board of Directors for Upcoming Year

PORTLAND, Ore. - Nov. 3, 2023 - PRLog -- The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) North Pacific District is proud to unveil its new board of directors, ushering in a dynamic era of leadership poised to advance the field of public relations throughout the region. The incoming board, which boasts a diverse blend of seasoned and emerging industry professionals, is committed to fostering growth, innovation, and the continued professional development of its members.

The new board lineup will be led by Co-Chairs Beth Rue from Alaska and Angela Dwyer from Salt Lake. They will be joined by Co-Chair-Elects Hanna Goss from Mid-Columbia and Devin Knighton, Ph.D., APR from Salt Lake, and other key professionals who will fill roles pivotal to the organization's operations and outreach.

Taraneh Fultz, APR, the Immediate Past Chair, expressed her confidence in the new board, stating, "As I transition into the role of Immediate Past Chair, I am filled with immense pride and anticipation. This exemplary group of leaders brings professional acumen and a shared vision of empowerment, inclusivity, and ethics that PRSA stands for. I am confident that our collective endeavors will greatly enrich our members and the communities we serve."

Below is the full roster of the incoming board of directors:

- Co-Chair: Beth Rue (Alaska)
- Co-Chair: Angela Dwyer (Salt Lake)
- Co-Chair-Elect: Hanna Goss (Mid-Columbia)
- Co-Chair-Elect: Devin Knighton, Ph.D., APR (Salt Lake)
- Secretary: Chelsea Vongehr (CA Capitol)
- Treasurer: Toby Nelson (Puget Sound)
- Immediate Past Chair: Taraneh Fultz (Oregon)
- District's Leadership Assembly Delegate: Jillian Henze, APR (Puget Sound)
- District's Leadership Assembly Delegate (Alternate): Devin Knighton, Ph.D., APR (Salt Lake)
- District's Representative to the National Nominating Committee: Joshua Romero, APR (Oregon)
- District's Representative to the National Nominating Committee (Alternate): Jacque Coe, APR (Puget Sound)
- Lead, Accreditation and College of Fellows: Julie Fogerson, APR (Idaho)
- Co-Lead, Chapter Programming: Staci West (Mid-Columbia Chapter)
- Co-Lead, Chapter Programming: Karen Smith (Silicon Valley)
- Lead, District Communications: Chelsea Chambers (Idaho)
- Co-Lead, Membership Orientation: Matt Van Sickle, APR (Oregon)
- Co-Lead, Membership Orientation: Jered Weber (Oregon)
- Lead, PRSSA to PRSA: Jazmin Eusebio (Silicon Valley)
- Co-Lead, DEI: Y'Anad Burrell (SF Bay Area)
- Co-Lead, DEI: Dr. Rachana Chowdhary (Puget Sound)

The PRSA North Pacific District extends its heartfelt gratitude to the outgoing board for their dedication and impactful contributions. The incoming board members will officially assume their roles on January 1, 2024, and they are eager to collaborate with PRSA members across the district to propel the public relations profession to new heights.