Connect2 Communications’ Ashley Shulte Named a 2026 Top Woman in PR by PRNEWS

Recognition honors standout leadership and impact across the communications industry

WAKE FOREST, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Connect2 Communications today announced that Ashley Shulte has been named a 2026 honoree in PRNEWS’ Top Women in PR & Communications Awards. Shulte was recognized in the “Industry Champions” category, which honors women who have made a significant impact on the direction and advancement of the public relations and communications industry beyond their individual organizations. Shulte was nominated for the award by one of the agency's clients, the Fiber Broadband Association.

Each year, PRNEWS recognizes an elite group of women across the communications field spanning up-and-comers, industry champions, entrepreneurs and change agents who are shaping the future of PR. This year’s honorees represent leaders who are advancing brand reputation, strengthening organizations, and influencing the direction of the industry.

Shulte, who has been with Connect2 for more than 20 years, was recognized for her leadership in advancing strategic communications initiatives and her impact across the fiber broadband ecosystem. She is known to deeply understand her clients’ markets and what it takes to help them achieve their business goals —developing strategies that don’t just push messages out, but create pull from the market and drive meaningful engagement.

She brings both vision and precision to her work, consistently translating complex, technical topics into clear narratives that resonate with executives, media, and key stakeholders.

“Ashley has an ability to see both the big picture and what actually moves the needle,” said Gary Bolton, President and CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association. “She helps us sharpen how we communicate our value and show up more strategically in the market. Because of that, we’re not just participating in industry conversations, we’re helping drive them.”

Schulte’s work spans high-impact campaigns, executive visibility and industry storytelling that has helped position organizations and leaders at the center of critical conversations around connectivity and infrastructure.

Honorees will be recognized by PRNEWS at the Top Women in PR & Communications Awards ceremony, which brings together leading communicators from across the country to celebrate excellence, leadership, and impact across the profession.

About Connect2 Communications

Connect2 Communications is a strategic communications firm focused on helping telecommunications and technology companies achieve market leadership. With more than 20 years of experience in the telecom sector, the firm combines deep industry expertise with strong media relationships across trade, national, policy, and business outlets.

Connect2 partners with organizations across the telecommunications ecosystem to develop targeted communications strategies that build visibility, strengthen positioning, and create pull from the market—driving awareness, engagement, and measurable momentum. Learn more at www.connect2comm.com.