From advancing healthcare and education to strengthening communities and helping businesses connect with consumers, Colorado’s public relations professionals are making an impact. The Colorado Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA Colorado) recognized that work through its 2026 Gold Pick Awards, honoring outstanding communications campaigns, agencies and professionals across the state.

Established in 1966, the Gold Pick Awards recognize excellence in strategic planning, creativity, execution and measurable results. This year’s winners represent corporations, public relations agencies, universities, healthcare organizations, nonprofits and government agencies.

Top Awards and Notable Winners

The Grand Gold Pick Award, recognizing exceptional achievement among the year’s entries, went to Genus for PRRS-Resistant Pig Website: PIC Leverages Digital Platform to Drive Awareness. The project also earned a Gold Pick Award in the Digital Platform category.

SchroderHaus Marketing Communications received the Gold Pick Award for Best Agency - Boutique/Small, recognizing the agency’s excellence. The agency also earned awards for influencer marketing and social media campaigns.

Other organizations recognized for outstanding communications work included:

• Children’s Hospital Colorado, for media relations surrounding the region’s first pediatric heart and liver dual-organ transplant.
• University of Colorado, for communications highlighting scientific research and university initiatives.
• Colorado State University, for storytelling connecting Master Gardeners and students who are blind.
• Denver Public Schools Foundation, for its Achieve Gala celebrating student leadership and achievement.
• CIG Public Relations, for communications supporting the Colfax Bus Rapid Transit project.
• Linhart Public Relations, for campaigns supporting consumer education, business growth and community engagement.
• SideCar Public Relations, for campaigns highlighting Denver development, housing and community revitalization.

Honoring Colorado’s Public Relations Leaders

PRSA Colorado also recognized individuals and teams for their professional achievements and contributions to the industry. Special award honorees included:

• Wendy Manitta Holmes, APR - Swede Johnson Lifetime Achievement Award
• Tim Carroll, APR - Sharon Linhart Public Relations Person of the Year
• Jaclyn Allen - Media Professional of the Year
• Dani Sturges - Joe Fuentes Rookie of the Year
• Danielle Moore - Jane Dvorak Mentor of the Year
• Quinn Kelsey - Ayers Chapter Service Award
• CIG Public Relations - PR Team of the Year

Complete List of Winners

The complete list of 2026 Gold Pick Award winners and special award honorees is available on the PRSA Colorado website: https://prsacolorado.org/PRSA_Colorado_Awards

The 2026 Gold Pick Awards were presented and produced by SideCar Public Relations, with additional support from PRSA Colorado’s annual platinum sponsor, Linhart Public Relations.

About PRSA Colorado

Founded in 1957, PRSA Colorado advances the public relations profession through professional development, networking, ethical practices and leadership opportunities. The chapter serves communications professionals across Colorado’s corporate, agency, nonprofit, government and education sectors. Learn more at https://prsacolorado.org

Media Contact:
Nate Haas
President
PRSA Colorado
Email Contact
970-673-7494

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