Whitney Fike, Regional Communications Manager at International Paper, was recently honored as the Communicator of the Year at the Florida PR Golden Image and Pinnacle Awards Gala. The award recognizes her outstanding contributions to public relations.
Fike has effectively communicated with diverse audiences throughout her career, creating engaging and significant narratives. This achievement is a testament to her dedication, strategic thinking, and progressive leadership skills, which are indispensable in the corporate arena.
Fike’s award isn’t merely a recognition; it sets precedence in public relations, motivating professionals to follow. The recognition further solidifies her responsibility and dedication to her role and industry. This award will undoubtedly continue to motivate her to strive for excellence.
In addition to being named Communicator of the Year, she became the first-ever recipient of the Gold Pinnacle Award. This achievement is based on her innovative outreach strategies and impactful messaging, which noticeably improved the visibility and reputation of her organization.
Whitney Fike’s PR distinction at Florida gala
Her effective PR and communications management significantly contributed to this win.
Various sectors were recognized at the event, such as PR, marketing, advertising, digital ventures, social policies, design, promotions, events, and educational resources. This variety of sectors showcased their impressive initiatives, emphasizing innovation and excellence in their respective areas.
As part of the 2024 awards program, organizations from across Florida and the U.S., both non-profit and for-profit ventures, were invited to submit their projects. A panel of industry experts evaluated each submission based on merit, innovativeness, environmental sustainability, and social impact.
Other professionals recognized for their work include Brittany Sherwood, Andrea Reynolds, Mathew James, and Emma Young. Also, Nicole Stacey and Lindsey Steck Jackson from the Visit Pensacola team and the University of West Florida Office of Institutional Communications were applauded for their successful campaigns.
This event served as a recognition platform and led to the exchange of ideas and networking opportunities for the future. The success of these individuals and organizations contributes greatly to marketing and communications, setting high standards for others to aspire to.
