New Mexico PRSA

10/23/2026

✨ A little gratitude goes a long way! ✨

It’s hard to believe it’s already been a month since the 2026 Pinnacle of PR & Communications Strategic Communications Summit and Cumbre Awards!

We’re taking a moment to recognize and thank our incredible sponsors for helping make this year’s event a success. Your generosity and support allow New Mexico PRSA to bring communications professionals together, celebrate excellence in our industry and create meaningful opportunities for our professional community.

❤️ The Abbi Agency
✈️ Albuquerque International Sunport
🦋 April Hale
💼 James Korenchen Public Relations
🌱 Mexico Native Vote
🚠 Sandia Peak Tramway
✨ Siarza

We are grateful for your partnership and commitment to New Mexico’s public relations and communications community. Thank you for helping make this event one to remember!

Read more about the event highlights at https://nmprsa.org/news_arch.php

10/23/2026

At the 2026 Cumbre Awards, New Mexico PRSA recognized outstanding members for their leadership, service and dedication to the communications community.

Karli Massey, APR, received the Lee and Marie Hirst Vista Award, NMPRSA’s lifetime achievement honor, recognizing at least 20 years of leadership and achievement in public relations and communications. This award celebrates chapter visionaries and practitioners who demonstrate a lasting commitment to excellence in the profession.

Congratulations to Karli on this well-deserved honor and for her lasting contributions to the communications industry!

Learn more about the Hirst Vista Award at https://nmprsa.org/Hirst_Vista_Award

10/21/2026

At the 2026 Cumbre Awards, New Mexico PRSA recognized outstanding members for their leadership, service and dedication to the communications community.

Pamm Meyers received the NMPRSA DEI Leadership Award for her exemplary leadership in advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the community and making a meaningful, positive impact through her efforts.

Congratulations to Pamm on this well-deserved honor, and thank you for your commitment to building a more inclusive community!

Learn more about the DEI Leadership Award at https://nmprsa.org/DEI_Leadership_Award

10/20/2026

At the 2026 Cumbre Awards, New Mexico PRSA recognized outstanding members for their leadership, service and dedication to the communications community.

Nadine Buerger executive director of the ARNIA Foundation, received the Jennifer Riordan Community Service Award for using her public relations and communications expertise to give back to the community and help make it a better place to live.

Congratulations to Nadine on this well-deserved honor, and thank you for your commitment to making a positive difference in the community!

Read more about the award at https://nmprsa.org/Jennifer_Riordan_Community_Service_Award

10/16/2026

At the 2026 Cumbre Awards, New Mexico PRSA recognized outstanding members for their leadership, service and dedication to the communications community.

Cameron Grimm, APR, received the Ted B. Sherwin Member of the Year Award for her active involvement with NMPRSA, service to the APR accreditation process and advocacy for the public relations profession.

Cody Johnson of the New Mexico Tourism Department received the Greg Johnston Board Member of the Year Award for his contributions to NMPRSA’s board through program development, member strategy and outreach.

Congratulations to Cameron and Cody on these well-deserved honors, and thank you for your continued contributions to the industry!

Read then full event recap at https://nmprsa.org/articles/2026-CumbreWinners

10/14/2026

How can communicators build resilient careers, teams and brands in an ever-changing economy?

Join New Mexico PRSA on Thursday, Oct. 22, for Resilience in a Changing Economy: Building Sustainable Communications Careers, Teams, and Brands. Hear from industry leaders Donyelle Kesler Lucero, Rachael Maestas and Maranda, moderated by Andie Merceras they explore navigating change, building professional networks and creating opportunities for communicators at every career stage.

📅 Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
⏰ 7:30-9:30 a.m.
📍 Poulin Marketplace, upstairs mezzanine

Start your morning with meaningful conversation, fresh perspectives and connections with New Mexico’s communications community.

➡️Register now: https://nmprsa.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=90&ts=1790978556

10/02/2026

Photo gallery alert! 📸

Check out these awesome images from the Sept. 25 Cumbre Awards event.
https://nmprsa.org/gallery.php?id=13

Special thanks to photographer extraordinaire Jett Loe (www.jettloe.com)

09/21/2026

✨ She’s ready to help us SHINE! ✨

💫🎤 We’re thrilled to welcome Kiki Garcia as the emcee for the 2026 Cumbre Awards - an evening dedicated to shining a spotlight on the campaigns, professionals and organizations whose vision, creativity and strategic excellence are making a difference.

As the host of Magic Mornings with Kiki Garcia on Magic 99.5, a voice heard on Cumulus Media stations across the country, and a talented event host and voice-over professional, Kiki brings creativity, energy and heart to every stage.
Her passion for community, personal growth and lifting others up makes her the perfect person to help us celebrate the people and purpose-driven work elevating New Mexico’s communications industry.

As Kiki reminds us through her motivational messages, let’s keep shining bright and lifting each other up! ✨

📅 Friday, Sept. 25
📍 Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque
Register at https://nmprsa.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=87&ts=1789775102

Connect and celebrate. Let’s shine together! 🌟

Shining a spotlight on the campaigns, professionals, and purpose-driven innovations that are elevating New Mexico’s communications industry.

09/18/2026

You still have time to join us for the Pinnacle of PR & Communications. The deadline has been extended!

Registration is now open through Monday, September 21. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow communications professionals, gain valuable insights and celebrate excellence in PR and communications.

Register for the Strategic Communications Summit at https://nmprsa.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=86&ts=1786392510

Register for The Cumbre Awards at https://nmprsa.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=87&ts=1786256294

Don’t miss out. Register today.

09/16/2026

Some of the best professional insights come from the people sitting around the table with you.

During the Strategic Communications Summit interactive roundtable discussion sessions, you’ll choose a topic that interests you and join a focused conversation with fellow PR and communications professionals.

Share ideas, challenges and questions while learning from peers who understand the work.

Join the conversation on Sept. 25. Get details and tickets at https://nmprsa.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=86&ts=1789451380