PRCA SPOTLIGHT AWARDS 2025 SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED

PRCA Board Inducts Jim Walsh as Inaugural PRCA Hall of Fame recipient

The Public Relations Consultants Association (PRCA) is delighted to unveil the shortlist for the PRCA Spotlight Awards 2025, which celebrate excellence in Irish communications and public relations. The awards are designed to recognise and celebrate the crucial role Irish PR agencies play in shaping client’s reputations and crafting their narrative.

The Shortlist features 95 campaigns showcasing the innovation and impact of Ireland’s leading PR agencies and in-house teams. The 2025 Spotlight Awards introduce new categories such as Best Technology Campaign, Best Lifestyle Campaign, and Best Social-First Campaign, reflecting the breadth and evolution of the industry. The awards also recognise outstanding achievements in areas such as crisis management, earned media, and societal change.Error! Filename not specified.

Entries were reviewed by an expert judging panel of 12 professionals from media, academia, and business, chaired by Crispin Manners, UK PRCA Fellow and CEO of Onva Consulting. Crispin said: “The quality of work submitted was outstanding. These campaigns are proof of the strategic and creative impact that PR has across every sector.”

The PRCA is also pleased to announce the launch of its Hall of Fame, a new honour established by the PRCA Board to celebrate individuals who have made a significant and lasting impact on the public relations industry in Ireland.

Jim Walsh, FPRII (Life) has been named as the inaugural inductee. Widely recognised for his leadership, innovation, and mentorship, Jim has helped shape the direction of the PR profession in Ireland over many decades. Brian Harrison added: “Jim’s contribution to public relations in Ireland cannot be overstated. His integrity and influence have left a lasting legacy, and it is fitting that he is the first to be recognised with this honour.”

Commenting on the Hall of Fame Award Jim Walsh said: “This is an unexpected honour that owes much to the many colleagues, peers, clients and journalists that have been so supportive over almost five decades as a PR/Communications consultant. It is also humbling to be recognised in this way while continuing to be heavily involved in a profession that provides so many opportunities for continuous learning and involvement across a wide area of business and social sectors.”

The PRCA Spotlight Awards Ceremony will take place on Friday, 20 June 2025, at The Shelbourne Hotel, Dublin, where winners will be announced and Jim Walsh’s Hall of Fame induction will be formally celebrated.

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Michael McDonnell Managing Editor of Irish Construction Industry Magazine & Plan Magazine

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