Publicity Club of Chicago

Join PCC after work in downtown Chicago for our "Crisis in a Fragmented Media World" Event for a conversation on how organizations are managing crisis communications across multiple stakeholders, new platforms, and rising expectations. Register today: publicity.org/news-events/ev…

Trust hasn't collapsed, it's fragmented. Rather than placing confidence in large institutions, many people now connect trust to specific individuals. Trust has become personal and deeply relationship-based. reutersinstitute.politics.ox.ac.uk/digital-news-r…

Get Involved with PCC Programming & Committees! We are actively accepting submissions and welcome recommendations from across our network. PCC is also gathering volunteers for our committees for the year ahead. Sign up here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

Catch PCC at Chicago Planner Magazine’s Industry Association Trade Show on Wednesday, March 4th. Stop by and say hello if you’re attending! Tickets are $25 - Grab yours here: ticketfalcon.com/e/industry-ass…

Join PCC February 19th for our "Communications Operations: the Work Behind the Work" Event! We will be exploring how communications operations is evolving as well as key trends, tools, and policies shaping communications operations in 2026. publicity.org/news-events/ev…

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for PCC's "Year in Review Panel" luncheon! We had an insightful discussion on 2025 key moments in news & communication. Special thanks to our panelists and congratulations to the Elizabeth Frances Calabrese Scholarship recipients!

PCC is celebrating its 85th anniversary in 2026! We’re inviting our members and friends to be part of what comes next. Reach out at office@publicity.org to learn more about membership & volunteer opportunities and join us as we celebrate 85 years of storytelling and leadership.

Level up in 2026! If you’re looking to make meaningful career growths in the new year, a PCC membership is the ideal way to do it. Our many events gives opportunities to network, hone your professional skills, explore career paths, and more! Learn more: publicity.org

We had such a wonderful time at our “Digitial First Impressions” event! It was an interactive panel where attendees learned how to build their best digital first impression by sharpening their LinkedIn presence. A huge thank you to our panelists for sharing their expertise!

Join us Thursday December 11th, for a panel discussion on the top news and communication trends of 2025, from AI in media to corporate crises and ethics. Plus, celebrate the Elizabeth Frances Calabrese Scholarship presentation. Register now: publicity.org/news-events/ev…

Meet our panelist, Francia Garcia Hernandez! Francia is a reporter for Block Club Chicago. As a purpose-driven journalist, she centers community voices while tackling environmental and social justice issues through storytelling. publicity.org/news-events/ev…

Meet our panelist, Jessica Dalka! Jessica is the founder and publisher of Chicago Planner Magazine. With her expertise on events & hospitality, she has executed a range of events including those for C Level Executives for Fortune 500 Companies, & more. publicity.org/news-events/ev…

Meet our panelist, Sherman "Dilla" Thomas! Sherman "Dilla" Thomas is the historian and founder of Chicago Mahogany Tours. He is also a viral social media sensation who showcases Chicago's history and culture through engaging 60-second videos. publicity.org/news-events/ev…

Join us for a virtual roundtable TOMORROW, November 19th on "Hawthorne Strategy Group" featuring a behind-the-scenes look at their top ten finalist GTA Platinum Award campaign! Register now: publicity.org/news-events/ev… #PCC #ChicagoNetworking #Roundtable

Meet the moderator for PCC's upcoming event with C-Strategies Communicating LGBTQ+ Stories: WGN-TV Anchor Sean Lewis! Sean is an award-winning anchor whose reporting has amplified untold stories and elevated LGBTQ+ voices across Chicago. RSVP here: publicity.org/news-events/ev…

Meet our panelists for PCC's event with C-Strategies Communicating LGBTQ+ Stories: MWRD of Greater Chicago Commissioner Precious Brady-Davis, CEO of Harvard Brown Health Dr. Travis Gayles MD, PhD, and LGBTQ+ journalist Jake Wittich! Register now: publicity.org/news-events/ev…

Join PCC on Thursday, November 6th for an insightful discussion with industry experts focused on telling stories about the LGBTQ+ community and uplifting LGBTQ+ voices! Thank you to C-Strategies for sponsoring this event. Register now: publicity.org/news-events/ev…

Congratulations to all the winners at the 67th Annual GTA! The full list of winners is now available at publicity.org/news-events/ne… All entrants now have photos uploaded directly to their official online competition folder. Questions? Reach out to office@publicity.org.

What an amazing night at the 67th Golden Trumpet Awards! Thank you to everyone who made it unforgettable. We look forward to next year! #GoldenTrumpetAwards #PCCChicago #PRIndustry

Join us for a virtual roundtable on Thursday, October 16th on "The Morton Arboretum" featuring a behind-the-scenes look on their GTA winning campaign! Register now: publicity.org/news-events/ev… #PCC #ChicagoNetworking #Roundtable