WWPR names Aba Blankson its Woman of the Year
Washington Women in Public Relations announced that Aba Blankson, center in photo, has been named its Woman of the Year. The announcement was made at the 35th Washington Women in Public Relations Woman of the Year Award Luncheon on Friday, Oct. 4, in D.C.
According to WWPR, throughout her 25-year career, “Blankson has made significant contributions to public relations, all of which were distinguished by her creativity, management skills, and strategic leadership, and focused on driving organizational growth. As Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at the NAACP, Aba has been crucial in amplifying the voice of the nation’s largest civil rights organization, ensuring it remains a leading force in the modern civil rights movement.Aba’s creativity in public relations is evident in her ability to craft compelling narratives and innovative campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences. Upon joining the NAACP seven years ago, she led a comprehensive brand evolution that strategically positioned the organization to address contemporary challenges while honoring its historic legacy.”
Debbi Jarvis, a news reporter turned corporate communicator, left in photo, and Linda Roth, Chief Communications Officer at World Central Kitchen, right in photo, were also honored and recognized for their achievements.
“We are excited to name Aba Blankson as WWPR’s 2024 Woman of the Year and celebrate her remarkable achievements and contributions,” said Chelsea Echavarria, president of WWPR. “WWPR is also proud to recognize our other two incredible finalists—Linda and Debbi. Their leadership, dedication and impact have made a lasting difference in our industry and in the community.”
