5W Public Relations' Erika Kauffman Named to PR News' First-Ever Top Women in PR List

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Dec 12, 2014, 09:17 ET

NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- PR News has named Erika Kauffman, Executive Vice President and General Manager of 5W Public Relations to its first-ever list of Top Women in PR.

The award program recognizes the most influential women in the public relations profession, spanning a wide-range of industries and sectors both domestic and international. Winners were selected by a blue-chip panel of PR executives, as well as by the staff of PR News. Honorees will be celebrated during a special awards luncheon on January 28, 2015 in New York City.

"This year's honorees are taking communications to new, exciting levels and with their efforts proving the tremendous power of Public Relations," said Diane Schwartz, Senior Vice President of PR News.

Serving as Executive Vice President & General Manager at 5W Public Relations, Erika Kauffman manages the agency's Health division and Beauty group while also working in tandem with 5W's President & CEO, Ronn Torossian, to develop and implement programs designed to aid the growth of 5W PR. Having joined the agency in its first year of business, Erika has been an invaluable part of the agency's growth from a start-up to one of the top 25 independently owned agencies in the country. Today, Erika develops and manages integrated PR/Marketing programs for her clients and is responsible for driving strategic results for both clients and the agency.

"We are thrilled that Erika has been recognized by PR News this year. This program honors women who have consistently raised the bar in the PR industry and that is something Erika does each and every day at 5W and we are excited to see her honored by PR News for her achievements" shared Ronn Torossian 5WPR CEO.

About 5W Public Relations:
5W Public Relations is a full-service firm known for innovative programs that engage with businesses, individuals and ideas. With over 100 driven professionals serving clients in industries spanning Beauty & Fashion, Consumer Brands, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Health & Wellness, Travel & Hospitality, Technology, Nonprofit, Corporate Communications and Reputation Management, Public Affairs, Crisis Communications and Digital Strategy, 5W provides leading businesses a resourceful, bold and results-oriented approach to communications.

Press Contact:
5W Public Relations
Ronn Torossian l [email protected]

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