2027 Proposed Slate and Proposed Bylaw Change
As we prepare for the transition to a new leadership team in 2027, we are pleased to announce the proposed slate of officers and directors for the coming year, along with opportunities for members to become more involved in our chapter. In accordance with the PRSA Hoosier Chapter bylaws, the slate of candidates is being presented to the membership at least 30 days in advance of our Annual Meeting and election on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026.
Members in good standing are encouraged to vote in person at our November 18, 2026 luncheon/membership meeting OR you may complete a proxy form indicating the person who will attend in your place. A form must be filled out by 5 p.m. on November 17, 2026. Use this form: https://forms.gle/PhjRhac89riUgpCcA
#1 Proposed bylaw change regarding board of directors
A motion to amend Article III, Sections 2, 3 and 7 of the Chapter bylaws, establishing the Secretary and Director of Operations & Research as separate voting positions on the Board of Directors. The current board has approved this change. If adopted by the membership, the amendment shall be submitted to the PRSA national Board of Directors for final approval.
Learn more here: https://www.prsahoosier.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/PRSA-Hoosier-Chapter-bylaws-slate.pdf
#2 Proposed 2027 Board of Directors (to be approved as a slate)
A motion to approve this slate of PRSA Hoosier Chapter officers (if motion #1 passes*)
- President: Tom Spalding, APR
- President-Elect: Curt Brantingham, APR
- Past President: LaMar Holliday
- Board Secretary: Beth King Headrick, APR
- Director of Finance: Brandon Smith
- Director of Member Services: Konah Williams
- Director of Communications: Ian Connor
- Director of Research & Operations: Brit’ney Grimes
- Director of Membership: Mary Farucci
- Co-Directors of Professional Development: Kayla Arnold and Anna Carrera
- Director of Advocacy and Ethics: Christina Morey
- Assembly Delegates (Hyacinth Rucker, Mark Back)
*A “no” vote will trigger an automatic re-vote with the Board Secretary position omitted from the replacement slate.