Event Details
| Date | Wednesday, Apr 15, 2026 |
| Time | 4:30 to 6:30 PM |
| Location |
200 W. Madison Chicago, IL 60606 see map |
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Awards and industry recognition are everywhere. But not all recognition actually means something.
Join the Publicity Club of Chicago and Crain’s Chicago Business for a practical, behind-the-scenes conversation on how recognition is really earned and how to turn it into credibility, visibility, and long-term value.
This panel brings together media leaders and communications professionals to break down:
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What judges and evaluators are actually looking for
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How strong submissions are built and why many miss the mark
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The role recognition plays in reputation, business development, and trust
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How to extend the life of a win through content, storytelling, and visibility
Whether you’re submitting on behalf of clients, your organization, or yourself, you’ll walk away with a clearer, more strategic approach. Attendees will also have a better sense of how to make recognition work after the win.
Like all PCC events, this will also be a chance to connect with peers across media, agencies, nonprofits, and corporate teams.
Panelists
Becky Carroll, C-Strategies
Ann Weiler, Crain’s Chicago Business
Additional speakers to be announced
Event Timeline
4:30 PM - Networking and welcome
5:15 PM - Panel discussion
6:00 PM - Conversation wraps
6:00–6:30 PM - Optional networking
Who Should Attend
- PR and communications professionals
- Agency leaders and strategists
- Marketing and brand teams
- Nonprofit communicators
- Anyone thinking about awards, recognition, or visibility