Weber Shandwick's Judith Harrison Honored by New York Women's Agenda with STAR Award

- Recognized for Commitment to Diversity -

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Dec 06, 2011, 10:00 ET

NEW YORK, Dec. 6, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Judith Harrison, senior vice president, Staffing and Diversity & Inclusion at Weber Shandwick, was recognized by New York Women's Agenda (NYWA) for her career-long commitment to building a multicultural workforce that supports the personal and professional success of employees. The ceremony took place at the annual STAR Breakfast today at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.

New York Women's Agenda (NYWA), founded in 1992, is a coalition of 100 women's professional and advocacy organizations whose collective voices amplify its core mission to support the diversity and interests of New York women through collaboration, advocacy and education. NYWA's annual STAR Breakfast brings together New York's most influential leaders to honor those who have dedicated their time and energy to enrich and enhance New York City's community of women and families.

Harrison, with more than 15 years of experience in public relations recruitment and human resources, was chosen for this honor due to her longtime efforts championing diverse and inclusive workplaces.

"Creating an inclusive and diverse workplace is at the forefront of our firm's priorities and a commitment of great importance. We are proud of Judith for her dedication to further our impact and advance our mission of creating a diverse and inclusive work environment," said Andy Polansky, president of Weber Shandwick.

"I am honored to be recognized by this pioneering organization which advocates for diversity and inclusion -- a cause that is especially meaningful to me on both a personal and professional level," said Harrison.

About Weber Shandwick
Weber Shandwick is a leading global public relations agency with offices in 81 countries around the world. The firm's success is built on its deep commitment to client service, our people, creativity, collaboration and harnessing the power of Advocates - engaging stakeholders in new and creative ways to build brands and reputation. Weber Shandwick provides strategy and execution across practices such as consumer marketing, healthcare, technology, public affairs, financial services, corporate and crisis management. Its specialized services include digital/social media, advocacy advertising, market research, and corporate responsibility. In 2010, Weber Shandwick was named Global Agency of the Year by The Holmes Report for the second year in a row; an 'Agency of the Decade' by Advertising Age, Large PR Agency of the Year by Bulldog Reporter, a Digital Firm of the Year by PR News, and Top Corporate Responsibility Advisory Firm by CR Magazine. The firm has also won numerous 'best place to work' awards around the world. Weber Shandwick is part of the Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). For more information, visit http://www.webershandwick.com.