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06/03/2026

Welcome Julie B. Fix, APR, Fellow PRSA, to PRactically Speaking Houston – the official podcast of the Houston PRSA Chapter.

Julie has a BA, Journalism from University of Houston. She is a former PRSA Houston board secretary, treasurer and Assembly Delegate. She was former leadership in the Texas Public Relations Association, including chair. She was a former board member and chair of the Public Relations Foundation of Texas. She was elected to the PRSA College of Fellows in 2010, served as 2017 Chair, and retired August 2021 after 20+ years teaching at UH.

Connect with Julie B. Fix, APR, Fellow PRSA at:
https://www.linkedin.com/.../julie-b-fix-apr-fellow-prsa.../

Connect with Veronica V. Sopher at:
Website: https://www.veronicavsopher.com/
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Learn more about the PRSA Houston Chapter, our events and opportunities at www.prsahouston.org.
PRactically Speaking Houston is brought to you by Veronica V. Sopher, Public Relations.

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PRSA Houston Needs Scholarship Judges PRSA Houston is seeking volunteer judges to review applications for the 2026 PRSA ...
05/26/2026

PRSA Houston Needs Scholarship Judges

PRSA Houston is seeking volunteer judges to review applications for the 2026 PRSA Houston Scholarship Program.

Each year, PRSA Houston awards scholarships to outstanding undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in public relations, communications, journalism, and marketing throughout Southeast Texas.

Serving as a scholarship judge is a meaningful way to support future communications professionals and help recognize the most promising student talent in our region.

If you are willing to serve as a judge, please email Scholarship Committee Chair Kristoffer Smith at [email protected] with the subject line:

PRSA Houston Scholarship Judge

Thank you for helping PRSA Houston invest in the next generation of public relations leaders.

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage, ser...
05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage, service, and legacy will never be forgotten.

Join PRSA Houston at Pour Behavior, a lively downtown venue with convenient street parking and a private Glass Room rese...
05/22/2026

Join PRSA Houston at Pour Behavior, a lively downtown venue with convenient street parking and a private Glass Room reserved exclusively for our group. Whether your drink of choice is wine, a cocktail, or a mocktail, your first beverage is on us, along with light bites, lively conversation, and the chance to reconnect with colleagues across Houston’s communications community.

Come relax, recharge, and enjoy an evening of great company with PRSA Houston at Pour Behavior. We look forward to seeing you there.

Date: Wednesday, June 3rd
Location: Pour Behavior, 2211 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77002
Time: 6:00p-8:00p
Register at https://prsahouston.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=267&ts=1777917462

Join the Houston Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America on Thursday, June 25th, 2026, for their 41st Annual ...
05/21/2026

Join the Houston Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America on Thursday, June 25th, 2026, for their 41st Annual Excalibur Awards Gala hosted at The Houston Botanic Garden. The Night of Bold Voices themed event will be a nod to celebrating the various vibrant communicators located here in the greater Houston area. This event will truly be an experience like none you have ever seen. So be sure to secure your tickets and tables with haste.

WHAT: 41st Annual Excalibur Awards

WHEN: Thursday, June 25, 2026
6 p.m. Reception, Silent Auction, Music & Mingling
7 p.m. Dinner and Awards Gala

WHERE: Houston Botanic Gardens
One Botanic Lane
Houston, TX 77017

ATTIRE: Cocktail or Business Attire

Excalibur Awards Presenting Sponsor: Watershed Analytics

https://prsahouston.org/41st_Annual_Excalibur_Awards

Over lunch at Grace’s last week, PRSA Houston’s President’s Academy gathered past chapter presidents for an afternoon of...
05/21/2026

Over lunch at Grace’s last week, PRSA Houston’s President’s Academy gathered past chapter presidents for an afternoon of thoughtful conversation, shared perspective, and meaningful connection across generations of leadership.

The discussion was candid, insightful, and energizing, offering the kind of real-world wisdom that only comes from individuals who have navigated growth, change, and service firsthand. The President’s Academy continues to serve as an important reminder that strong organizations are not built overnight. They are shaped over time through mentorship, trust, institutional knowledge, and leaders willing to invest in those who follow them.

Moments like these reinforce why PRSA and the communications profession matter so deeply: the exchange of ideas, the relationships, the leadership lessons, and the shared commitment to strengthening both our chapter and our field.

Thank you to every individual who has served as a PRSA Houston chapter president throughout our organization’s 76-year history. Your leadership continues to shape and inspire our community today.

41st Annual Excalibur Awards Finalists AnnouncedWe’re delighted to announce the finalists for PRSA Houston’s 2026 Excali...
05/20/2026

41st Annual Excalibur Awards Finalists Announced

We’re delighted to announce the finalists for PRSA Houston’s 2026 Excalibur Awards!

From impactful campaigns and creative tactics to the people and organizations who changed the game, this year’s finalists represent Houston’s best in the biz.

Click the link below to see if you or someone you know made the list.

Join us when we reveal the winners on June 25 at our 41st Annual Excalibur Awards gala. Hosted at the Houston Botanic Gardens, the Night of Bold Voices-themed event will offer a vibrant celebration of Houston’s brightest PR stars.

Tables are going fast, so whether you're celebrating a finalist, treating your team, or networking with the city's top communicators, reserve your table or seat today.

View the 2025 Excalibur Awards photo gallery to relive the memories and get a glimpse of the energy, celebration, and community that make the Excalibur Awards such a special evening.

https://prsahouston.org/41st_Annual_Excalibur_Awards_-_Finalists

05/20/2026

Welcome Mike O’Neill, to PRactically Speaking Houston – the official podcast of the Houston PRSA Chapter.

Mike O’Neill is a corporate communications and public relations leader who blends nearly a decade of strategic messaging experience with a 25-year foundation in broadcast journalism. He combines the instincts of a newsroom veteran with the discipline of a corporate communicator, crafting stories that inform, influence, and build trust.

Mike began his career in 1993 as a news photographer in Great Falls, Montana, before moving to Colorado Springs, Austin, and Houston. In Houston, he served as a producer at KTRK and later as Executive Producer at KHOU, leading newsroom teams and overseeing major market coverage.

He later transitioned into corporate communications at MetroNational, the real estate company that owns and operates all of Memorial City, before joining TDECU in 2022 to lead its external communications and media relations efforts. Mike is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Strategic Communication and Innovation at Texas Tech University and serves as Treasurer for PRSA Houston.

Connect with Mike O'Neill at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeoneill2348/

Connect with Veronica V. Sopher at:
Website: https://www.veronicavsopher.com/
Social:

Learn more about the PRSA Houston Chapter, our events and opportunities at www.prsahouston.org.

PRactically Speaking Houston is brought to you by Veronica V. Sopher, Public Relations.

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Looking for your next opportunity in public relations?PRSA Houston’s Job Bank is here to help you stay ahead of the comp...
05/14/2026

Looking for your next opportunity in public relations?

PRSA Houston’s Job Bank is here to help you stay ahead of the competition and take the next step in your career. Whether you're actively job searching or simply exploring new possibilities, our job board connects PR professionals with opportunities across the greater Houston area.

From entry-level roles to senior communications positions, this resource is designed to support your career growth and keep you connected to what’s next in PR.

Explore opportunities and move your career forward today at https://prsahouston.org/classifieds.php

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