Public Relations Society of America Announces 2026 Board of Directors
Erin Van Zee, APR, has been nominated for Midwest District Director of the National PRSA Board of Directors.
The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) announced the nominees for its 2026 Board of Directors. The slate, which was announced in a press release from PRSA, includes RDG Partner and Director of Communications, Erin Van Zee, APR, who was selected for the position of Midwest District Director.
“Erin’s selection to the PRSA national board is a testament to her passion for clear, meaningful communication and her dedication to elevating the profession,” said RDG Managing Principal of Strategy Nate Gieselman, AIA, NCARB. “Her leadership strengthens both RDG’s commitment to fostering authentic connections and also the broader communications community across the Midwest and beyond. We’re incredibly proud to see her represent our values on a national stage.”
Nominees for the 2026 Board of Directors will be presented for election at PRSA’s Leadership Assembly on Friday, October 3, 2025. Elected directors will begin their two-year term on January 1, 2026.
“Each of this year’s nominees brings a deep commitment to PRSA and a strong record of service to our community,” said Michelle Egan, APR, Fellow PRSA, chair of the 2025 Nominating Committee. “Their leadership, insight and dedication to the profession reflect the values that drive our organization forward. I’m confident they will help shape a strong and strategic future for PRSA.”
PRSA is the leading professional organization serving the communications community through a network of more than 400 professional and student chapters. Guided by its Code of Ethics, PRSA empowers its members to succeed at every stage of their careers through a wide breadth of premium professional development programs, exclusive networking events and leadership opportunities.