Board of Trustees
(in alphabetical order)
We are fortunate to have the stewardship and counsel of some of the industry’s leading practitioners and educators, each of whom has made a commitment of their time, energy, and resources to ensuring the PRMuseum’s future.
Jano Cabrera is the chief communications officer for General Mills where he oversees the entirety of communications for the company. Previously, he served as senior vice president of corporate relations for the McDonald’s Corporation and served as worldwide vice president for Burson-Marsteller. Cabrera founded Carthage Group Communications, a strategic communications, government affairs and issue advocacy firm. Cabrera also spent a decade working in politics. He headed communications for various Presidential campaigns, worked in the White House and started his political career as a legislative aide on Capitol Hill and a federal budget analyst at a Washington DC think tank. In 2021, he was inducted into the PR Hall of Fame. He has been repeatedly named among the most influential leaders in Public Relations today by PR Week in their annual Power List. He is a graduate of Pomona College, where he earned his degree in politics.
Jano Cabrera
General Mills
Allison Cirullo is Burson’s Global Consumer and Brand Lead and has more than 20 years’ experience advising brands in the automotive, consumer packaged goods, food and beverage, financial services. and insurance industries. Before Burson, Allison spent the last 16 years with Edelman, most recently as Chief Operating Officer for the agency’s global brand practice where she drove growth and operational effectiveness She holds a bachelor’s degree in economics, business administration, and management from Illinois Urbana-Champaign University and an MBA from the Quinlan School of Business at Loyola University, Chicago.
Allison Cirullo*
Burson
Steve Cody is a communications strategist, author, and entrepreneur best known as founder and former CEO of Peppercomm, the agency he led for three decades, building it into an award-winning firm recognized for its culture of humor and innovative storytelling. Today, he serves as Senior Executive Advisor at Ruder Finn, counseling leaders on communications, growth, leadership, and culture. A respected industry leader, he has held board and leadership roles across the profession and is co-author of The ROI of LOL (2025) and What’s Keeping Your Customer Up at Night? (2003).
Steve Cody
Peppercomm
Ron Culp is currently professional-in-residence in the PR and advertising program at DePaul University. Prior to DePaul, he was a Partner and Managing Director of the Midwest office of Ketchum where he later headed the agency’s Corporate Practice in North America. He spent 10 years at Sears where he became a member of the executive committee and Senior Vice President of Public Relations and Government Affairs. Prior to Sears, Culp’s roles included Executive Director of PR at Sara Lee Corporation, and Director of Public Relations at Pitney Bowes. In his early career, he was a political adviser in the New York State Assembly working on State Assembly races.
Ron Culp
DePaul University
Ray Day is vice chair of Stagwell and executive chair of Allison Worldwide. He has more than 30 years’ experience in public relations, operating at the highest levels, including as IBM’s Chief Communications Officer and as Group Vice President of Communications for the Ford Motor company. The American Icon business book cited him as a key player in Ford’s transformation during the 2008 - 2010 automotive industry crisis. Before joining Ford he was a reporter and editor in Detroit. He is a graduate of Wayne State University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in mass communications. He is a former chair of PRSA and is a member of Page and the Institute of Public Relations.
Ray Day
Stagwell
Renée S. Edelman is a senior vice president at Edelman and has served in its global technology practice, counseling tech and internet companies as a senior media strategist. Since 2014, she has served on the board of directors of Daniel J. Edelman Holdings, Inc., the parent company of Edelman, and its sister agencies, Zeno Group and RUTH. In 1998, she helped found PR21, which has operated as Zeno Group since 2004. As the firm’s archivist, Ms. Edelman oversaw the launch of the Edelman Museum, housed in Chicago, in honor of the firm’s founder and chairman Daniel J. Edelman, and Ruth Edelman, his partner in life and business. Earlier, Ms. Edelman was a reporter for the Central Jersey Home News and a news assistant for the New York Daily News. She serves on the board of directors of the Theater for the New City. She holds a BA in English from Yale University and an MS in journalism from Columbia University.
Renée S. Edelman*
Edelman
Natan Edelsburg is the Chief Partnerships Officer at Muck Rack, the leading provider of AI-powered PR software built for how brands and agencies work, where he is cultivates strategic industry partnerships and drives international expansion. Mr. Edelsburg joined Muck Rack in 2009 as the company’s first employee. He held several positions there including Chief Operating Officer and Chief Revenue Officer. Mr. Edelsburg serves as an adjunct professor at New York University where he teaches an undergrad PR class at Steinhardt’s Media, Culture, and Communication program. He is a member of the Board of Trustees for the PRSA Foundation and a member of the board for FIBEP, the world’s media intelligence association. He’s been honored as one of PR News’ Rising Stars and one of PRSA’s 15 Under 35. He was named one of the Top Partnership Executives to Watch in 2025 by Pavilion, the #1 private community for go-to-market leaders. Natan’s a frequent speaker on social media, PR, journalism, and the future of TV. He’s also a jury member for the Digital Communication Awards in Berlin and the PRO PR Globe Communication Achievement Awards in Rome.
Natan Edelsburg
Muck Rack
Mike Fernandez is a senior vice president and the chief communications officer of Enbridge, a multinational pipeline and energy company headquartered in Calgary, Canada. He was the former U.S. CEO of Burson-Marsteller and has served as a C-Suite executive for Fortune 500 companies in financial services, food, technology and health care. His roles have included leadership of sustainability, government relations, investor relations, marketing, and communications. And he has taught public relations at a number of colleges, including Boston University’s College of Communications.
Mike Fernandez
Enbridge
Pat Ford teaches crisis and corporate communication at the University of Florida following a four-decade career as a journalist, a think-tank executive, and most recently as vice chair and chief client officer at Burson-Marsteller (now BCW). He also serves on the board of the Plank Center for Leadership in PR. His professional recognition includes the IPR Lifetime Achievement Award, the Plank Center Milestones in Mentoring Award, and the Hispanic Public Relations Association President’s Award.
Pat Ford*
U. of Florida
Dr. Rochelle L. Ford, APR is currently chief executive officer of The Page Society. She was previously president of Dillard University, dean of Elon University’s School of Communications, and Syracuse University’s provost faculty fellow and co-chair of its Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Ford’s numerous publications include “Administrative Challenges and Organizational Leadership in Historically Black College and Universities” and “Setting a New Agenda for Student Engagement and Retention in Historically Black Colleges and Universities.” Ford was inducted into the PRWeek Hall of Fame, and ColorCOMM listed her as one of 28 Most Influential Black Females in Communications.
Dr. Rochelle Ford, APR
Page
Gary Grates is Managing Partner of GConsulting Group and a globally recognized advisor in corporate communications, change management, employee engagement, and business transformation. He counsels senior executives and boards on strategy execution, leadership transitions, M&A integration, organizational effectiveness, and workforce engagement. Previously, he served as Principal at Real Chemistry, led Edelman’s global Change and Employee Engagement practice, and was Vice President of Corporate Communications for North America at General Motors. He also teaches at Syracuse University’s Newhouse School.
Gary Grates
GConsulting Group
Jon Harris is Executive Vice President and Chief Communications & Networking Officer for Conagra Brands. Jon oversees all aspects of Conagra’s engagement with its stakeholders to deliver a unified message internally and externally. This includes the strategic development and implementation of the company’s corporate and brand communications strategies, including social and digital media, influencer marketing, media relations and internal communications. Jon is also the chairman of the Conagra Brands Foundation and oversees the company’s corporate giving efforts. He joined Conagra Brands in 2015. Prior to joining Conagra Brands, Jon was Chief Communications Officer and Senior Vice President for Hillshire Brands where he oversaw all aspects of integrated communications. He has also served as Senior Vice President, Chief Global Communications Officer for Sara Lee Corporation, as well held roles in public relations at PepsiCo, Bally Corporation, Ketchum Public Relations and Medicus Public Relations. Jon is involved with multiple nonprofit organizations, including the Grammy Museum, Make-A-Wish Foundation, and the Alzheimer’s Association. Jon earned his bachelor’s degree in Communications from Rutgers University and has served as an adjunct professor for PR & Marketing at the University of Chicago's Graham School.
Jon Harris
Conagra Brands
Mara Hedgecoth, chief communications & marketing officer at APCO, leads the global marketing and communications team, sets the strategic direction and oversees corporate communication, including media relations, thought leadership, internal communication, and crisis and issues management. She directs the development of APCO’s brand, global marketing and business development initiatives. Ms. Hedgecoth serves on APCO’s Executive Council and Operating Committee. She completed the 2017-2018 Page Future Leaders Experience, is a member of Page Up and chaired Page’s Spring Seminar 2025. She is on the Advisory Board of CommsWeek and the board of directors of Women Entrepreneurs Grow Global. Ms. Hedgecoth was named PRNEWS Top Women, Changemakers 2024; Ragan’s Top Women in Marketing, Brand Marketers 2024; Ragan’s Top Women in Communications, Leaders 2024; and Good Person of the Year by Goodwill Industries in 2005. She has a Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Hospitality and Tourism Management from James Madison University and a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing Management from Johns Hopkins University.
Mara Hedgecoth
APCO Worldwide
Denise Hill is vice president of corporate communications and community relations at the Lowe’s home improvement company. Having earned a Ph.D. in communications and media studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, she was most recently an associate professor of strategic communication at Elon University. Earlier in her career, she also held senior communications positions at companies in the consulting, hospitality, health, and pharmaceutical industries. In addition to serving on the board of the Museum of Public Relations, she is also chair of the Diversity Action Alliance.
Dr. Denise Hill*
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (ret.)
Stacey Jones is Honeywell Technologies’ Chief Communicator, leading the company's global brand and external communications and positioning it as one of the world’s most innovative organizations, a business partner of choice and a leading employer. Her responsibilities span a range of initiatives that promote and protect Honeywell Technologies’ brand and engage all stakeholders—including brand strategy and management, global media and analyst relations, corporate initiatives, financial communications, issues management, and executive positioning. Prior to joining Honeywell Technologies, Ms. Jones led Accenture’s global corporate communications function. She started her career as a journalist in Columbus, Ohio, and Chicago and managed public relations for Aetna. Jones is a member of Arthur W. Page Society, serves as immediate past chair of the board of directors of the Institute of Public Relations and regularly speaks at industry events. A graduate of Kenyon College in Ohio, she lives in Charlotte, NC, with her husband and two sons when they are home from school.
Stacey Jones
Honeywell Technologies
Nick Kalm is founder and chief executive officer of Reputation Partners, a strategic communications and public relations firm he launched in 2002. Over the past two and a half decades, the firm has served more than 600 clients, including Fortune 500/Most Admired and other companies, trade associations, health systems, not-for-profits and universities. With more than 30 years of experience in strategic communications, Kalm is widely recognized for his expertise in corporate reputation, crisis communications, employee engagement, labor relations, and corporate social responsibility. He is a frequent speaker and media contributor on communications issues and serves as vice chair of the Lincoln Presidential Foundation. He is also active in several leading business and professional organizations.
Nick Kalm
Reputation Partners
Grace Leong is a recognized leader in public relations and influencer marketing, serving as CEO of HUNTER. Named a Woman of Distinction by PRWeek, she has played a key role in growing HUNTER into a top consumer-focused consultancy in the U.S. and U.K. With over 35 years of industry experience, Grace leads nearly 400 professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and innovation. Under her leadership, HUNTER has achieved significant growth, representing major brands like Amazon, Diageo, Reckitt, Kenvue, and McIlhenny Company. The agency’s expansion and award-winning work have earned it industry accolades, including PRWeek’s Consumer Agency of the Year. A PRSA-accredited professional, IPR board member, and Page Society member, Grace is a dedicated mentor and advocate for the communications field. She has received prestigious honors, including PRSA-NY’s John W. Hill Award and the Plank Center’s Excellence in Mentoring Award. A University of Delaware and Rutgers MBA alumna, she was inducted into UD’s Alumni Hall of Fame in 2016. Since becoming CEO in 1998, Grace has balanced her career with family life, raising four children pursuing careers in healthcare, sports, and finance.
Grace Leong
HUNTER:
Dick Martin has authored six books about public relations, marketing, and ethics, as well as articles for such publications as the Harvard Business Review, the Journal of Business Strategy, and Chief Executive. From 1997 to 2003, he was executive vice president responsible for the AT&T corporation’s public relations, employee communications, and brand management worldwide. And he was one of the first recipients of the Arthur W. Page Center’s Award for Integrity in Public Communication.
Dick Martin*
AT&T (ret.), and author
Kenneth D. Makovsky is founder and president of Makovsky, for decades one of the nation’s leading public relations firms. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in New York, the firm is known for its expertise in finance, health, technology, and energy, serving clients including IBM, Citibank, Pfizer, and EY. He has been named “PR Executive of the Year” by multiple organizations. Makovsky also founded and served as president of IPREX, a global network of independent PR firms. He is a member of the PRSA College of Fellows, as well as the Page Society, which recently presented him with its Distinguished Service Award. In addition, he has served as Co-Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Institute for Public Relations, where he continues to be a member. A frequent lecturer and author on public relations, he holds Juris Doctor and Bachelor of Arts degrees from Washington University in St. Louis.
Ken Makovsky
Makovsky
Amanda McGuire is Director, Global Operations, Communications at AbbVie. She is a corporate communications and corporate affairs executive with 15+ years’ experience leading global internal and external communications, crisis and issues management, employee engagement, executive positioning, ESG and business transformation communications for Fortune 500 companies. McGuire is a trusted advisor to global CEOs and boards, with deep experience navigating complex industries and environments, enterprise change and issues impacting corporate reputation. She is a proven leader of large, multi-market teams and agencies, operating at the intersection of communications, public affairs, legal and business strategy.
Amanda McGuire
AbbVie
Michele M. Moore is Vice President and Chief Communications Officer at the Ford Foundation, where she leads global communications and brand strategy. A nationally recognized communications executive with more than 25 years of experience, she has held senior leadership roles at the American Civil Liberties Union, the National Urban League, Nickelodeon, and as press secretary to New Orleans Mayor Marc Morial. Renowned for advancing organizational reputation, audience engagement, and cultural influence, she has led communications through major crises, public affairs initiatives, Supreme Court cases, investor communications, and high-profile product launches. Inducted into the PRWeek Hall of Fame in 2019, she has also been named to PRWeek's Power List for her leadership in strategic communications, media relations, brand positioning, and team development.
Michele M. Moore
Ford Foundation
Cayce Myers is a professor of public relations and director of graduate studies at the Virginia Tech School of Communication. He holds a PhD in mass communication from the University of Georgia’s Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication, an LLM focusing on media law from the University of Georgia School of Law, and a JD from Mercer University School of Law. He is the author of numerous books and articles about public relations history, public relations strategy, political campaigns, and laws and policies that affect public relations practice. He also serves on the board of PRSA.
Cayce Myers
Virginia Tech
Matt Neale leads Golin as CEO, overseeing the agency's global strategy, performance and culture, as well as sister agencies The Brooklyn Brothers, Virgo Health, MMC and DeVries Global. A global communications specialist, he has spent more than 20 years launching brands and services worldwide. Under his leadership, Golin has earned multiple Agency of the Year honors and made history as the first PR agency to win the Cannes Lions PR Grand Prix. Matt has been recognized as ICCO PR Leader of the Year and is an active leader across industry and academic organizations.
Matt Neale
Golin Ketchum
Kim Sample is president of the PR Council, where she helps the leaders of 140 member agencies work smarter to grow talent, revenue and profits and elevate the PR profession overall. Prior to joining the PRC in August 2018, Ms. Sample was the founder/CEO of Emanate, a $35 million, 100+ person international marketing communications agency. During her tenure Emanate was named PRWeek Agency of the Year and CRAIN’S Best Places to Work in NYC, and the team’s work for clients was recognized with numerous industry awards.
Kim Sample
PR Council
Barby K. Siegel is CEO of Zeno Group, the award-winning, global communications agency driving real business and societal impact. A supporter of advancing DE&I in the industry, Barby co-created a new model of collaboration for change with the strategic investment in EGAMI Group, a multicultural integrated marketing firm. She serves on the National Board of Year Up and Page DE&I Advisory Board. Barby is a PRWeek Hall of Fame member and PRWeek Agency Person of the Year.
Barby K. Siegel
Zeno Group
Barry Spector is the Museum's co-founder and chief creative officer. He co-founded Spector & Associates, an award-winning PR firm, providing web, photographic, corporate ID, and design services to Fortune 100 companies. A graduate of Pratt Institute in Communications, Barry served as art director for Avon Products and Forbes and introduced computerized design and production to major ad agencies. In 2017, he launched PRMuseum Press, the first publisher to serve the PR field exclusively.
Barry Spector*
Museum of Public Relations
Shelley Spector is CEO and co-founder of the Museum of Public Relations. She received Distinguished Service awards from both the Page Society and the American Journalism Historians Association. An authority on PR history, she is a frequent speaker to student and industry groups, has edited several books, and has contributed to papers on public relations’ contributions to key historical events. As CEO of Spector & Associates, she won more than 50 national awards for Fortune 500 companies.
Shelley Spector*
Museum of Public Relations
Art Stevens is Managing Partner of The Stevens/Jachettti Group, a consulting organization that specializes in facilitating mergers and acquisitions in the public relations and related marketing communications industries. Mr. Stevens was the CEO of Lobsenz-Stevens, an independent public relations firm for many years. Stevens has served as instructor of public relations and management case studies at Fairleigh Dickinson University and lecturer at the New School, New York University, and many other colleges and associations. He is the author of The Persuasion Explosion, a book dealing with the role and influence of contemporary public relations practices, and When and How—Selling Your PR Agency.
Art Stevens
The Stevens/Jachetti Group
Larry Weber is the chairman and CEO of Racepoint Global, an advanced marketing services agency that he founded in 2002. Weber has successfully led several companies and authored six business and marketing books including his most recent, A new Age of Reason. His own public relations company, The Weber Group, became the world’s largest PR firm within a decade before being acquired by Interpublic where he created Weber-Shandwick.
Larry Weber
Racepoint Global
*member, Executive Committee, Museum of Public Relations
