Washington Women in Public Relations announced three finalists for its Woman of the Year Award.  WWPR states the finalists are:

Debbi Jarvis – As a Vice President and Chief Communications Officer, Debbi set a new course for creativity, strategy and execution at Washington Gas. Her visionary communications strategies and commitment to excellence created enormous positive exposure for the company’s role as an energy leader and community partner. The DMV knows Debbi by name from her days as a news anchor and reporter at NBC4, VP of Communications and company spokesperson at Pepco and as she has frequently represented Washington Gas at numerous community and philanthropic events and professional and nonprofit collaborations.

Linda Roth – Linda has transformed her career from an Emmy-award winning broadcast journalist into a purpose-driven communications expert who leads campaigns with tremendous geopolitical impact. Her work has resulted in more hungry people being fed, advanced the cause of peace, promoted the success of female world leaders and successfully advocated for women’s rights under authoritarian regimes. As Chief Communications Officer at World Central Kitchen, Linda works with humanitarians who strive to be the first to the frontlines providing fresh meals in crises.

Aba Blankson – Throughout her 25-year career, Aba 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.

The 35th Washington Women in Public Relations Woman of the Year Award Luncheon on Friday, Oct. 4, at The Salamander in Washington, D.C.

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