May 4, 2023 – LCEC is proud to announce that Public Relations Director Karen Ryan, APR, CPRC and Media Specialist Shannon Williamson were honored at the Southwest Florida Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) 2023 Local Image Awards on Thursday, April 27 at Suite Forty Eight in Fort Myers.
Karen Ryan, APR, CPRC was honored with the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award which is reserved for public relations professionals who have dedicated their career to the profession and the advancement of it. This award is given only when there is someone eligible for it.
Shannon Williamson received the 2022 Rising Star Award which is presented to an up-and-coming leader in the chapter who shows enthusiasm and passion for the PR profession while making a positive difference through their service to the organization.
LCEC congratulates Ryan and Williamson on these prestigious honors!