PRSA Puget Sound Announces 2007 Award Winners

SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Well-known local public relations leader Pat Fearey led the list of honorees announced November 29, 2007, at the annual Holiday Gala of the Puget Sound Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). Fearey was this year's recipient of the chapter's prestigious Jay Rockey Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her career achievements and outstanding professional ability and conduct.

“We are proud to recognize them for their achievements, both in the public relations field and throughout the broader community.”

Pat Fearey, chair and chief executive officer of the Fearey Group, is widely recognized as one of the top public relations professionals in the Puget Sound region. During a career spanning more than 35 years, Fearey has counseled clients on a range of highly visible and important real estate and development issues to Seattle and the region, including the redevelopment of the South Lake Union area. As the leader of a prominent public relations and public affairs firm, her list of clients has included the Boeing Realty Corporation, Port of Seattle, Vulcan and Quadrant Corporation. Fearey is also an active leader in the community, having served as President of PONCHO (Patrons of Northwest Civic, Cultural and Charitable Organizations), chair of the Community Development Roundtable, and co-chair of the Regional Leadership Conference. She currently serves on the executive committee of the Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce.

Fearey joined four other PRSA Puget Sound chapter award recipients, including, Suzanne Hartman, APR, ABC, who was honored as the Public Relations Professional of the Year; Catherine Hinrichsen, APR, who received the Hugh Smith Community Service Award; Jeremy Glines, named New Member of the Year; and Erle Hannum who was selected to receive the President's Award for Volunteerism posthumously.

"2007 is the PRSA Puget Sound chapter's 50^th anniversary, and this year's award recipients embody the exceptional professionalism of public relations in our region over the years," said David Blandford, APR, president of PRSA Puget Sound. "We are proud to recognize them for their achievements, both in the public relations field and throughout the broader community."

About PRSA Puget Sound

The Puget Sound Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America is the region's largest professional organization for public relations professionals, with nearly 400 members throughout Western Washington. Members of the non-profit association represent corporations, agencies, sole practitioners, military, government, health care and other service organizations. Founded in 1957, the chapter is celebrating its 50^th anniversary in 2007. www.prsapugetsound.org

Editor's note: APR is a mark of accreditation for public relations professionals who demonstrate their commitment to the profession and to its ethical practice. The designation is earned based on broad knowledge, strategic perspective and sound professional judgment.