Last Tuesday, October 7, communications professionals gathered at ThriveOn King for the PRSA Southeastern Wisconsin Chapter, Athena Communications, and NABJ-Milwaukee’s “Meet the Media” Event, an evening dedicated to connection, insight, and storytelling. The event brought together an incredible lineup of media leaders who shared their perspectives on today’s evolving media landscape and how communicators can…
Milwaukee has endured storms before, but the recent flooding was different. Climatologists say it was a one-in-a-thousand year event. The waters came fast, leaving neighborhoods vulnerable and exposing the fragility of our city’s infrastructure. Yet in the midst of this crisis, something powerful emerged: the community rose to help itself. Without waiting for systems to…
We’re honored to recognize our colleague, Patrick McSweeney, APR, on receiving the 2025 Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Midwest District Platinum Award, the highest individual distinction awarded by the district. Patrick’s decades-long leadership, commitment to ethical practice, and dedication to mentorship and service exemplify the very best of our field. All of us at…
As we continue our celebration of International Quality of Life Month, Athena Communications is thrilled to highlight the incredible work of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation (GMF) and Laura Glawe, vice president, marketing & communications. With a deep commitment to equity and community engagement, Laura and GMF play a pivotal role in shaping narratives that inspire…
