InSpire Awards Highlight Excellence in Communications

RALEIGH, NC, February 05, 2011

The North Carolina chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (www.ncprsa.org) announces today that it is accepting submissions for the third annual InSpire Awards that will recognize the best in regional communications.

The InSpire Awards honor both campaigns and individual tactics in more than 36 categories, including media relations, social media, public affairs, marketing and investor relations. Public relations and communications professionals from across the state are encouraged to submit work from 2010 that demonstrates outstanding skill, creativity and resourcefulness.

The early-bird deadline to save $25 on the entry is Feb. 18, with final entries due on Feb. 25. Award categories, entry guidelines and directions for submissions can be found at http://www.ncprsa.org/awards.html.

"Communications professionals throughout the state are producing great work every day that generates positive results for their clients," says Eva Hornak, NCPRSA awards chair. "The InSpire Awards are an opportunity to showcase their work and provide them with well-deserved recognition for their accomplishments."

Winners will be recognized during the awards banquet and ceremony on Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at Brier Creek Country Club. Sponsorship opportunities are available for the event. PR Newswires is serving as a premium sponsor and French West Vaughan is a silver sponsor. Contact Katherine Smart at kfs@embarqmail.com for more information.

About NCPRSA:
Since 1967, The North Carolina Chapter of the Public Relations Society of North Carolina has been unified through the strength of a collective vision and powered by the commitment of public relations professionals. The organization provides professional development and career assistance, networking and accreditation opportunities, and industry resources to members. For more information, visit http://www.ncprsa.org.