The Blacksmith Awards, presented by the Cincinnati chapter of the Public Relations Society of America, honor the best of the Cincinnati region’s public relations community, from talented, experienced practitioners to stellar work that has local, national and international impact.
With 25 award categories, there are plenty of options to showcase your highest achievements.
Review full rubrics of judging criteria for each category, which will be used to determine this year’s winners.
Get all the details and answers to frequently asked questions to help prepare and submit your 2023 Blacksmith Award entry.
Learn more about sponsorship packages and opportunities to support the PRSA Blacksmith Awards.
The 2023 Blacksmith Awards
The finalists have been announced. See the full list of 2023 Blacksmith Awards finalists! Then join us in celebrating all of our finalists at the 2023 Blacksmith Awards ceremony and dinner, on Thursday, November 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the The Phoenix. See details below.
The Cincinnati PRSA Chapter Banquet
Tickets are on sale now! Don’t miss out on your opportunity to celebrate with the best in the industry!
Blacksmith Awards Sponsors
A special thank you to Vehr Communications, our 2023 Cincinnati PRSA Chapter banquet presenting sponsor.
Plaitnium Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Interested in sponsoring the 2023 Blacksmith Awards? Contact Faith Lynch, to learn more about this year’s sponsorship packages.
Tips for Submitting A Winning Blacksmith Award Entry
2023 BLACKSMITH AWARDS INFO SESSION
Hear from Blacksmith Awards Co-Chair Dave Honchul, APR, and Lexi McCoy about the BIG changes to this year’s awards. You’ll also find helpful tips about how you can turn a year's worth of hard work into award-winning entries.
Don’t forget, it’s all about the metrics! Mackenzie Pierce of Ohio National Financial Services describes what you need for your award-winning entry.
Never underestimate the importance of a good proofreader. Drew Boehmker, Senior Account Executive at Scooter Media, shares his best Blacksmith Awards entry advice.
Check out this tip from Maureen Richmond, VP of Integrated Communications at Bon Secours Mercy Health and a 2018 Blacksmith Award recipient, on how to prepare a winning entry.
ALLISON SCHROEDER’S ENTRY TIPS
There’s one simple suggestion that will help you prepare an award-worthy entry. Hear from Allison Schroeder, Founder and Lead Strategist at Pomme Communications and 2018 Blacksmith Award recipient.
WHY I VALUE THE BLACKSMITH AWARDS
Beyond the opportunity to connect with local public relations superstars, the Blacksmith Awards have proven to be valuable asset for growing a business and professional reputation. Here are three reasons to love the Blacksmith Awards. Click here to read more.
A BLACKSMITH CAN BE A STEPPING STONE TO EVEN GREATER RECOGNITION
Entering the Blacksmith Awards, and then receiving one, is nothing short of a great accomplishment. Use your award-winning application to go for something bigger - using PRSA’s national and regional awards programs - and recognize your team, organization, and clients. Click here to read more.
SUGGESTED TIMELINE FOR BLACKSMITH ENTRIES
To help you plan ahead and submit a winning Blacksmith Awards entry, we’ve put together a suggested timeline to assist in keeping you on track over the coming months. Click here to read more.
2023 Blacksmiths Committee
Thank you to our 2023 Blacksmith Awards committee, who are actively working to bring you this year’s program!
