Diverse Dialogues: She Built It
March 18, 2026 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Eastern Daylight Time)
Behind many of today’s most impactful PR campaigns and purpose-driven agencies are visionary women who didn’t just rise through the ranks—they built the ranks themselves. In this powerful panel, hear directly from trailblazing women founders and CEOs of PR firms who have shaped the communications landscape across sectors—from healthcare to entertainment, public affairs to social change.
Moderated by a PRSA leader, this conversation will explore their bold decisions, the challenges they faced breaking barriers, and the lessons they’ve learned about leadership, resilience and redefinition. Whether you're aspiring to lead a team or build your own agency, this session will offer candid insights and real-world advice for women communicators looking to chart their own path in PR.
Moderator: Natalie Ghidotti, APR, Fellow PRSA, CEO, Ghidotti
Panelists:
Priscilla Clarke, President/CEO, Clarke PR Global LLC
Grace T. Leong, APR, Fellow PRSA, CEO, HUNTER
Maria J. Rodriguez, President & CEO, Vanguard Communications