2026 Edward L. Bernays Mark of Excellence Awards

PRSA SD/IC’s annual award ceremony recognizing outstanding public relations professionals, campaigns, strategies and tactics. The Board of Directors for the PRSA San Diego Imperial Counties Chapter invites you to celebrate the 2026 Edward L. Bernays Mark of Excellence Awards. We look forward to seeing you there to celebrate our fellow communicators and public relations professionals who have shone brightly over the last year. This event is open to all professionals within our industry, regardless of award submission. The celebration will take place at the KPBS Conrad Prebys Media Complex at Copley Center on the San Diego State University. The chapter is proud to welcome KPBS Midday Edition host Jade Hindmon as this year's emcee. Her work has earned multiple Emmy nominations and, locally, a Public Media Award from the San Diego Psychological Association. Just recently, KPBS Midday Edition was also named Best Local Podcast by San Diego Magazine. The event will begin with a cocktail hour, tray-passed appetizers and complimentary headshots taken by our event photographer from 5 to 6 p.m. The awards ceremony itself will begin promptly at 6 p.m. EVENT DETAILS Date: Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026 Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Location: KPBS Conrad Prebys Media Complex at Copley Center SDSU Campus 5200 Campanile Dr. San Diego, CA 92182 Attire: Business Casual Ticket Prices: • Individual tickets: $100 for members and $150 for nonmembers • Tables of eight: $900 for members and $1,300 for nonmembers PROGRAM 5 to 6 p.m.: Cocktail hour, tray-passed appetizers, networking, complimentary headshots 6 to 7:30 p.m.: Edward L. Bernays Mark of Excellence Awards Ceremony 7:30 to 8 p.m.: Networking/Event Concludes PARKING Parking is $8. The recommended parking structure for the event is P6. Attendees will need to register/pay for parking through this link. ACCESSIBILITY We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. If you need further assistance or special accommodations to participate in this event, please contact us at [email protected] as soon as possible. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES PRSA San Diego/Imperial Counties relies on the generosity and commitment of our sponsors to successfully deliver professional development and networking opportunities that provide value to our members. Your sponsorship brings us closer to achieving our long- and short-term goals. Bernays Event General Sponsorship Package | $3,500 • Table of Eight at awards ceremony reserved near the stage • Company logo placement on Bernays event collateral, awards presentation and signage • Company collateral and marketing materials provided to guests at event check-in • Company logo and website link on Bernays Awards event page • Official acknowledgement as sponsor from the stage • Opportunity to present one special award at sponsor’s choosing • Recognition as an event sponsor in three separate Facebook, Instagram and Twitter posts on PRSA SD/IC social media pages Wine Sponsorship Package | $2,500 • Company logo placement on each bottle of wine offered at bar service and tables for the awards ceremony • Company logo and website link on Bernays Awards event page • Official acknowledgement as sponsor from the stage • Recognition as an event sponsor in two Facebook, Instagram and Twitter posts on PRSA SD/IC social media pages Floral Sponsorship Package | $2,000 • Company logo placement on each floral arrangement • Company logo and website link on Bernays Awards event page • Official acknowledgement as sponsor from the stage • Recognition as an event sponsor in two Facebook, Instagram and Twitter posts on PRSA SD/IC social media pages Champagne Sponsorship Package | $1,500 • Offer a celebratory toast to all attendees at the end of the awards ceremony • Company logo and website link on Bernays Awards event page • Official acknowledgement as sponsor from the stage • Recognition as an event sponsor in one Facebook, Instagram and Twitter post on PRSA SD/IC social media pages Friends of PRSA SDIC Event Sponsorship Package | $500 • Company logo and website link on Bernays Awards event page • Three complimentary tickets to awards ceremony • Official acknowledgement as sponsor from the stage • Recognition as an event sponsor in one Facebook, Instagram and Twitter post on PRSA SD/IC social media pages