PR pro elected to regional leadership role

People

Nov 3

Written By Staff

Kim Skeltis
Photo courtesy of West Michigan Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America

Kim Skeltis, APR, owner/principal of Blue Blaze Public Relations and a member of the West Michigan Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (WMPRSA), has been elected to the PRSA East Central District (ECD) 2026 Board of Directors and will serve as Chair-Elect beginning Jan. 1, 2026. She will serve as Chair of the six-state district in 2027.

“I’m honored to represent the West Michigan Chapter and contribute to advancing the practice of public relations across our six-state district,” said Skeltis. “PRSA has been instrumental in my professional growth, and I’m excited to give back both regionally and locally through this leadership role.”

The PRSA East Central District is one of 10 districts that are part of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), the largest organization of public relations professionals and students. The PRSA East Central District represents more than 1,700 members in 15 chapters across Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. ECD provides regional leadership, professional development, and collaborative opportunities to strengthen PRSA members and regional chapters.

“Each of these leaders reflects the strength and diversity of our district,” said Jennifer L. Kramer, APR, chair of the 2025 PRSA ECD Nominating Committee. “Their commitment to advancing the public relations profession, fostering ethical practice, and supporting our members’ growth ensures that PRSA ECD remains a driving force for excellence and collaboration in our region.”

The full 2026 board slate can be found here: https://www.prsaecd.org/new-prsa-east-central-district-leaders-to-advance-profession-across-six-states/.

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