The Hokupa'a Award, named after the North Star, is symbolic of a guiding force that always provides leadership to peers in the profession. This award recognizes a relative newcomer to public relations for demonstrating exceptional leadership potential and achievement in his/her initial years in the profession.

The nominee must have two to five years experience in public relations, excluding internships or part-time employment while working on a degree; and demonstrate professionalism, community service, public relations accomplishments and leadership skills.

The Greater Spokane PRSA Chapter will select the recipient based on the information provided. The award will be presented as a part of the Koa Anvil Awards ceremony.

Past Awardees

2007 Rebecca Pang

2006 Melissa Malahoff-Kamei

2005 Song Choi

2004 Tina McNealey

2003 Kristen Bonilla

2002 Amy Hennessey

2001 Michelle Busbee

Method of Nomination:

Only members of the Public Relations Society of America-Hawai'i Chapter may sponsor a candidate. Nominees can be non-PRSA members. Any number of individuals may nominate the same candidate using separate forms. In addition, letters of recommendation from members supporting an official nomination are encouraged, as well as a copy of the recipient's resume and bio sheet. All nominations will be kept confidential to preserve the integrity of the selection process. There is no entry fee for the nomination.

Entries are due no later than 5 p.m. Friday, May 9, 2008. No late entries will be accepted.

Click here for the Hokupa'a entry form

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other awards:

The Koa Anvil Awards
Recognize top programs and tools in a variety of categories.

The Gregg Perry Award for Excellence
Recognizes a practitioner for a lifetime of achievement.

The PRSA-Hawaii Hall of Honor
The highest praise a practitioner can receive.

PRSA Hawai‘i President’s Leadership Award
recognizes an individual or organization that has made significant contributions to the success of the chapter and the profession