PRSA Detroit Elects New 2026 Leadership, Names Antonice Strickland President

December 4, 2025

The Detroit chapter of the Public Relations Society of America held its annual meeting at Wayne State University on November 20, selecting leadership for 2026 and recognizing outstanding communications professionals. Antonice Strickland from 98Forward was elected as the chapter's 2026 president, emphasizing themes of collaboration and accessibility for practitioners at all career stages. The organization also appointed new board members and officers representing major institutions across corporate, nonprofit, government, and educational sectors throughout metro Detroit.

Who is affected

PRSA Detroit chapter members and public relations professionals across Southeast Michigan
Antonice Strickland (elected 2026 president), Chrystal Wilson (appointed secretary), and other newly elected officers and board members
Tina Kozak (Hall of Fame inductee), Sharon Garcia (Robert Hefty Award recipient), and Georgie Kirsten (Nancy Skidmore Award recipient)
Organizations represented on the board including 98Forward, Detroit Public Schools Community District, Detroit Zoological Society, Corewell Health, Stellantis, and others
Corporate, nonprofit, education, government, and agency sector representatives who attended the meeting

What action is being taken

No explicit ongoing actions are described in the article beyond the meeting itself, which has already concluded.

Why it matters

This matters because PRSA Detroit is one of the country's oldest professional chapters and serves as a critical hub for communications professionals managing complex public-facing issues in a major metropolitan region. The leadership transition and board appointments position the chapter to set communications standards and provide professional development for practitioners navigating Detroit's evolving media landscape. The chapter's size and longevity make it influential in shaping ethical practices and professional credibility across multiple sectors in Southeast Michigan.

What's next

The 2026 leadership term under President Antonice Strickland, with priorities focused on connection, collaboration, and community, emphasizing Detroit-focused venues, voices, and partnerships throughout the year.

Read full article from source: Michigan Chronicle