Thurles woman elected Chairperson of Public Relations Consultants Association

Tipperary woman Martina Quinn has been elected as Chairperson of Public Relations Consultants Association.

Originally from Rossestown, Thurles, County Tipperary, Martina founded Alice Public Relations in 2015.

Over the years, Martina has worked on campaigns to promote climate action, reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ rights, health awareness, employment and training opportunities, children’s rights, integration, and Ireland’s rich culture and heritage.

She has been a member of the PRCA Board since 2020. Speaking following her election, Ms Quinn said,

“During challenging times, Public Relations professionals have an important role to play. As PRCA Chair, I look forward to working with PR agencies across Ireland to show the value and power of PR.

“My priorities will include demonstrating how PR contributes to positive societal change; increasing diversity in the profession; and nurturing the next generation of communications professionals.”

The announcement was made following the PRCA Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, February 23.

The Public Relations Consultants Association (Ireland) is the trade association for Irish consultancies engaged in the practice of public relations.

It represents the interests of the top PR consultancies with a commitment to the advancement of the profession in Ireland and the nurturing of the professional goals of its members.

Established in 1989, it provides a forum for members to communicate with each other, the government, and other public bodies and associations.

It also aims to represent the Irish PR sector in the media and internationally.

Full Caption: Pictured at the Annual General Meeting of the Public Relations Consultants Association (PRCA) newly elected Chairperson, Martina Quinn, Founder and Managing Director, Alice Public Relations. Photo Chris Bellew/Fennell Photography