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Ragan Communications has announced the 2026 speaker lineup for its Leadership Retreat & Summit for Women, taking place Sept. 23–25 in Paradise Valley, Arizona. The intimate retreat brings together leaders across communications, AI, executive coaching, storytelling and business strategy for 2.5 days of leadership development, networking and wellness experiences. Featured speakers include executives from Mars, IBM and Dell Technologies, alongside renowned coaches, entrepreneurs and industry leaders. Attendance is capped at 60 participants to foster meaningful connection and peer learning.

PR Daily has announced Sam Jacobs, editor in chief of TIME, as a keynote speaker for the PR Daily Conference, taking place June 3-5 in Brooklyn, New York. Jacobs will present “Trust in the Age of AI: How TIME Is Evolving for a New Media Era,” exploring how trusted journalism and editorial credibility are becoming even more critical as AI reshapes media and communications. He joins bestselling author David Meerman Scott on the keynote lineup for the conference, which brings together communications professionals for three days of insights on media, storytelling, AI and leadership.

Finalists will be recognized during a live awards luncheon on June 18 at City Winery in New York City. Learn more about the live event, and see who made the shortlist.

Finalists to be honored and winners announced live June 18 at City Winery in New York City. Learn more about the celebratory event and see who made this year’s shortlist.

Ragan Communications recognized the honorees of Ragan’s Top Women in HR Awards, Class of 2026, on April 28 at City Winery in New York City, bringing together an extraordinary group of HR leaders for an afternoon of celebration, connection and well-earned recognition.

Ragan’s 2026 Communications Benchmark Report reveals communicators are at critical inflection point. This new research highlights the impact of AI adoption, evolving team structures and ongoing gaps in measurement and business alignment.

Winning campaigns, initiatives and teams were recognized live on April 28, 2026 at the City Winery in New York City.

Ragan Communications has announced the agenda for its Employee Experience Conference, taking place Aug. 3–5, 2026, in Nashville. The event will bring together communications, HR and employee engagement leaders to explore strategies for improving workplace culture, trust and engagement. Key topics include AI adoption, change communications, employee trust, internal comms measurement and the evolving expectations of a multigenerational workforce. The conference will feature practical sessions, workshops and peer discussions aimed at helping organizations create more effective, human-centered employee experiences.

PR Daily announced that bestselling author and marketing strategist David Meerman Scott will keynote the PR Daily Conference, June 3–5 in Brooklyn. His session will focus on why authentic human connection is the key differentiator as AI reshapes content and communications, offering strategies for creating more impactful, emotionally resonant PR.

Its annual awards program recognizes influential leaders across the HR profession, from senior executives to rising talent, whose work is making a measurable impact on organizations and the employee experience. The nomination deadline is July 24, 2026.

Ragan Communications announced the return of its Employee Experience Conference to Nashville, August 3–5, 2026, bringing together communications, HR and engagement leaders for three days of learning and networking. The event will feature expert-led sessions and workshops on topics including employee engagement, internal communications, employer branding and AI, with a focus on delivering practical strategies to strengthen workplace culture and improve the employee experience.

Ragan Communications has announced the agenda for its 2026 Leadership Retreat & Summit for Women, taking place September 23–25 at the Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort in Arizona. The three-day event will bring together communications, marketing and HR leaders for focused learning on key topics such as AI strategy, leadership influence, business impact and career advancement. Designed as an intimate, high-impact experience, the retreat emphasizes small-group discussions, peer collaboration and real-time problem-solving, with attendance limited to encourage meaningful engagement.

PR Daily is now accepting entries for its 2026 Top Agencies Awards, recognizing the communications, PR and marketing firms delivering standout results. The entry deadline is June 18, 2026.

Annual award program honors the video and visual storytelling shaping communications. The entry deadline is June 5, 2026.

Ragan Communications has appointed Stephanie Nivinskus as Principal of its Center for AI Strategy, where she will lead content, insights and member experience for its growing AI community. A veteran marketing and AI strategist, Nivinskus brings decades of experience and will help communications leaders navigate AI adoption. The Center, launched in 2025, provides training, tools and expert guidance to help professionals implement AI effectively, with expanded programming and resources planned under her leadership.

Ragan has unveiled the final agenda and speaker lineup for its Employee Communications & Culture Conference, taking place April 21–23 in Boston. The event will bring together leading communicators and culture experts to share practical strategies, real-world case studies and forward-looking insights on engaging employees, strengthening workplace culture and navigating today’s evolving communications landscape.

Finalists will be celebrated and winners revealed live at the Marketing Awards Luncheon on June 18 at City Winery in New York City. Learn more about this year’s finalist and the celebratory luncheon.

Ragan Communications announced its 2026 Leadership Summit & Retreat for Women, taking place Sept. 23–25 at the Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort in Paradise Valley, Arizona. The annual, intimate event brings together senior and emerging leaders in communications, marketing and HR for leadership development, networking and wellness experiences. Known for selling out, the retreat features peer discussions, expert speakers and ongoing community access through Ragan’s Women’s Circle, extending support and connections year-round.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Strategic communications veteran brings 25+ years of experience to shape learning & development, community and event programming for the Ragan community CHICAGO – March 16, 2026 – Ragan Communications, the leading media and training company serving communications, marketing and HR professionals, announced today the appointment of Rachel Salis-Silverman as its inaugural Chief […]

Ragan’s “State of AI & Communications” study benchmarks how comms teams use AI and where readiness breaks down. This new research finds near-universal adoption, but low workflow integration, uneven governance and limited deepfake preparedness.