Publicity Club of Chicago

Chicago’s Largest Independent PR Membership Organization

The hundreds of inspired professionals who makeup Publicity Club of Chicago provide year-round education, networking, recognition and more for the Chicago region’s communications industry.

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78 Years of Service

Established in 1941, PCC and its members are Chicago’s public relations community.

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60 Years of Golden Trumpets

The Midwest’s most
prestigious PR awards program.

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10+ Networking Opportunities

Throughout the year PCC offers programs, events, online communities and more.

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News & Events

Event October 25, 2019 Publicity Club of Chicago Career Fair The Publicity Club of Chicago and Columbia College Chicago present: Career Fair This event is for cu…

Event November 5, 2019 Hacks to Flacks: How to Transition to a Career in PR Have you ever thought about going to the "dark side" to pursue a career in public relations? This is…

90% member approval rating

Soaring Approval Ratings

In a recent member survey, nearly 90 percent of respondents rate PCC good or excellent as a professional organization that provides value. And 90 percent said chances are good to excellent they will be a PCC member three years from now.

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Member Testimonials

I found my first internship by volunteering at the PCC Golden Trumpet Awards dinner! This gave me the experience and confidence I needed to land my first job in PR communications.

Courtney Gillen

Uproar PR / Assistant Account Executive

PCC has been my go-to organization for networking, professional development and celebrating our
industry. I encourage all my employees to take advantage of their exciting and innovative programming.

David Zapata

Zapwater Communications / 19-year Member