The PR Club welcomed more than 150 public relations and communications professionals to the Museum of Science on June 5 for the 58th Annual Bell Ringer Awards, celebrating the best in New England's communications industry. The event, hosted by Edgar B. Herwick III, an Emmy Award-winning GBH host and reporter, returned to the iconic Boston venue for the second consecutive year.
The evening's top honor, the Super Bell Award, was awarded to 360PR+ for Bob's Red Mill's 'Moregetherness' campaign. The campaign first earned Gold Bells in two categories before advancing to win the top prize, highlighting the power of creative planning and superior execution in public relations.
The John J. Molloy Crystal Bell Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Kathy Wilson of Tier One Partners, honoring her distinguished career and extensive contributions to the New England communications community. The Ringer Award, recognizing a mid-career professional, was given to Sam Powers of Walker Sands, while the Striker Award for early-career achievement went to Aidan Poole, also of Walker Sands. The Carillonneur Award for Best Team Culture was awarded to Randstad Digital | powered by Torc.
The Bell Ringer Awards, now in their 58th year, recognize public relations and communications work that demonstrates excellence in creative planning and superior execution to achieve predetermined objectives. Open to all New England practitioners, the awards celebrate the extraordinary work of the region's communications professionals.
The PR Club, founded in 1948, aims to promote and encourage involvement in the communications industry, specifically in public relations, promotions, and marketing. For more information about the PR Club and the Bell Ringer Awards, visit prclub.org and follow on LinkedIn and Instagram.
The event underscores the importance of recognizing excellence in communications, as the industry continues to evolve and play a critical role in shaping public perception and business success. The awards not only celebrate past achievements but also set a benchmark for future campaigns, encouraging professionals to innovate and strive for high standards.
