About Us
PRSA BLUEGRASS
Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) – Bluegrass Chapter has been committed to serving communications professionals in Louisville, Kentucky and the surrounding areas—including Southern Indiana—since 1957. We represent a diverse mix of experienced practitioners with a shared passion for advancing the practice of public relations across the region.
From recent college graduates to leaders of some of the biggest brands in business today, our membership is made up of nearly every practice area and professional setting within the communications field.
2026 Chapter Leadership
Tristin Williams
President
Alexus Richardson
President-Elect
Chris Nation
Immediate Past President
Hannah Williamson
Secretary/Treasurer
Amy Becker
Membership/DEI Chair
Hayley Armstrong
Landmarks of Excellence Awards Chair
Dustin Vogt
Landmarks of Excellence Awards Chair
Ameerah Palacios, APR
APR Chair
Alexis Bennett
Communications Chair
Carly Curry
Social Media Chair
Berry Craig
Director at Large
Jody Hamilton
Director at Large
Katrina Helmer
Director at Large
Tom Lally
Director at Large
Advisory Council
Laura Barnum
Founder - MMS, Media Strategies
Dr. Karen Freberg
Professor in Strategic Communication and Director of The Bird’s Nest - University of Louisville
Mark Hebert
Communications Manager - Jefferson County Public Schools
Renee Murphy
Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer - Norton Healthcare