Greg Abel Named President of Newly Formed Public Relations Society of America Maryland Chesapeake Chapter
Greg Abel, CEO and founder of Abel Communications, will serve as President of the newly formed Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Maryland Chesapeake chapter, helping lead an expanded network of public relations and communications professionals across the Baltimore region.
"This is an exciting day and the culmination of a great deal of behind-the-scenes work by leaders who are committed to promoting and supporting the public relations profession," said Abel. "By combining our energy, talent, and networks, the PRSA Maryland Chesapeake chapter is committed to delivering high-quality and consistent programming for our members."
The PRSA Maryland Chesapeake chapter brings together the PRSA's Maryland and Central Chesapeake chapters following a merger approved by both chapters' members and boards, as well as PRSA's national leadership. The merger, states a release, will support broader professional engagement across Maryland, with a strategic focus on the Greater Baltimore region.
As President, adds the release, Abel will work alongside a board representing public relations agencies, higher education, public media, philanthropy, and advocacy organizations. This board aims to strengthen the chapter's programming and create more opportunities for members to learn, build relationships, and contribute to the public relations profession.
Beginning in the fourth quarter of 2026, the PRSA Maryland Chesapeake chapter plans to offer monthly virtual learning sessions with industry thought leaders, monthly in-person coffee meetups at member locations, and visits every other month to local news organizations and other organizations making news. ith a strategic focus on the Greater Baltimore region.
