44th Annual Thoth Awards Ceremony to Honor Best Communications Campaigns in Washington

WASHINGTON, Sept. 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Public Relations Society of America - National Capital Chapter (PRSA-NCC) will celebrate the value of public relations and honor the talent and innovation in Washington public relations professionals at its 44^th annual Thoth Awards Gala occurring on Thursday, September 13 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. at the National Press Club located at 529 14^th St. NW in Washington, D.C.

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This year's awards gala theme is "Celebrating the Champions" with special guest presenter, Michael Weiss, a two-time Olympian, two-time World Bronze medalist and three-time U.S. champion figure skater. During the gala, 35 achievements will be recognized including 16 program categories that celebrate the very best PR campaigns and 19 component campaigns that highlight the top accomplishments in PR tactics. A distinguished panel of judges selected the finalists based on a detailed review of the submissions from a wide array of public relations agencies, private sector companies, government organizations, nonprofits, and trade and professional associations. "A Best of Show" Thoth will be awarded to the outstanding program entry for 2012.

"This year's winners implemented innovative communications strategies and demonstrated the true value of public relations by achieving impressive results," said Suzanne Holroyd, PhD, APR+M, PRSA-NCC 2012 President. "We look forward to honoring these many talented organizations which have proven to be leaders in our industry."

The evening will include heavy hors d' oeuvres, desserts, cocktails, and networking. Gala tickets may be purchased in advance at: http://www.prsa-ncc.org/2012-thoth-awards-gala

The Thoth Awards would not be possible without the generous support of the following sponsors:
Event sponsor: PR Newswire
Speaker sponsor: Qorvis Communications
Cocktail sponsor: D S Simon Productions, Inc.
Diamond sponsors: Balance Interactive and Strauss Radio Strategies
Platinum sponsors: AfterShock Digi-Communications, CRT/tanaka and GRC Direct
AV sponsor: National Press Club
Bag sponsor: American University School of Communication
Media sponsor: Capitol Communicator
PRSA-NCC Chapter Sponsors: BurrellesLuce, Business Wire, Crystal Communications, George Washington University, Green Buzz Agency, Howard Consulting, Keenan PR, News Generation, Inc., Ogilvy Washington, Pepco, Professional Solutions, LLC, Travaille Executive Search, US Navy Memorial, and Vocus

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About Public Relations Society of America
National Capital Chapter (PRSA-NCC) PRSA-NCC is a professional public relations association of more than 1,500 members in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan region. PRSA-NCC provides professional development programs, accreditation instruction, and networking. PRSA-NCC also promotes public relations education through five area Public Relations Society of America student chapters. For more information, please visit www.prsa-ncc.org or call (703) 691-9212. Connect with us on Facebook at PRSA_NCC or follow us on Twitter: @PRSA_NCC.

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