Barbara Way Hunter, an icon in the public relations industry and a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, mentor, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024, at the age of 97.

December isn’t just for giving—it’s the perfect time to focus on YOU and craft the bold vision that will define your future, as explored in Start with Vision, inspired by insights from Oprah herself.

As Women’s History Month draws to a close, it serves as a poignant reminder to contemplate not just the past, but also the future - both for yourself and for the women in your world.

In this episode of the PR Masters Podcast, Art Stevens and Muriel Fox, a trailblazing feminist activist and accomplished PR executive, discuss her upcoming book, The Women’s Revolution: How We Changed Your Life.

In recognition of Women's History Month, CommPRO engaged with top executives to explore effective leadership development and management training opportunities that retain female talent and promote women into leadership roles.

"Focus on the importance of gender equality in leadership positions, particularly in the corporate world," says Melissa Hourigan, Senior Vice President and Head of Media Strategy at Fabric Media.

Couric, an acclaimed journalist, author, and media pioneer, has crafted a narrative that not only highlights her professional milestones but also intimately explores her personal experiences and the influences that shaped her.

Despite previous years of progress toward greater ethnic diversity, this year the industry saw a slight regression.

Studies continue to report that organizations with a greater share of women in leadership and management roles are the most profitable and successful.

This amalgamation establishes a powerhouse of modern communications leadership with a global footprint, poised to deliver comprehensive services focused on reputation-building and protection.

"Tie executive compensation to supporting and advancing women to leadership positions to incentivize this behavior and reinforce the importance of this responsibility." - Patrice Tanaka

"Supporting and advancing women in leadership has both systemic and cultural facets." - Valerie Simon

"Leadership development can help women grow, but the industry needs to address the systemic and cultural factors that hinder access to leadership roles.” - Lisa Sepulveda

"Brilliant careers aren’t built on caution. Too often, the barriers women face are self-erected." - Marian Salzman

"True diversity in our leadership ranks will lead to better problem-solving, more clever innovation, and increased effectiveness." - Linda Rutherford

"We have not reached a place where we can be passive or accepting. We must continue to be a relentless force for empowering women." - Meredith Maskara

 "Creating a strong sense of community is particularly important for women who can still find their ascent into leadership a lonelier journey." - Allyson Hugley

"Building alliances allows women to share experiences, resources, and opportunities, ultimately fostering a sense of unity and solidarity." - Sabrina George

Dr. Kathy Bloomgarden on Empowering Women in Leadership: Building Confidence, Role Models, and Career Goals

George Washington University's Center for Excellence in Public Leadership and CommPRO are showcasing the voices and wisdom of trailblazing women who have left an indelible mark on the business landscape