BOSTON — The PR Club welcomed more than 150 public relations and communications professionals to the Museum of Science for the 58th Annual Bell Ringer Awards, returning to the iconic Boston venue for the second consecutive year. The evening was hosted by Edgar B. Herwick III, the Emmy Award-winning GBH host and reporter behind the “Curiosity Desk” series and co-host of “The Culture Show.”
The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Super Bell Award to 360PR+ for Bob's Red Mill's 'Moregetherness' campaign. The campaign first earned Gold Bells in two categories before advancing to win the evening's top honor, underscoring the importance of creative planning and superior execution in public relations.
The John J. Molloy Crystal Bell Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Kathy Wilson of Tier One Partners, honoring a distinguished career and an extensive track record of contributions to the New England communications community. The Ringer Award, recognizing a mid-career professional, was presented to Sam Powers of Walker Sands. The Striker Award, celebrating early-career achievement, went to Aidan Poole of Walker Sands. The Carillonneur Award for Best Team Culture, recognizing a public relations or communications organization, was awarded to Randstad Digital | powered by Torc.
The Bell Ringer Awards recognize public relations and communications work that demonstrates excellence in creative planning and superior execution to achieve a high degree of success in reaching predetermined objectives. Open to all New England practitioners, the program, now in its 58th year, celebrates the extraordinary work of the region's communications professionals. The awards highlight the strategic impact of PR campaigns and the importance of recognizing talent across all career stages.
Founded in 1948, the PR Club (formerly the Publicity Club of New England) strives to promote and encourage involvement in the communications industry and specifically the professions of public relations, promotions, and marketing. The annual Bell Ringer Awards serve as a benchmark for excellence in the field, and this year's winners exemplify the high standards of the New England communications community. For more information about the PR Club and its programs, visit prclub.org and follow on LinkedIn and Instagram.
The event not only celebrated individual and team achievements but also reinforced the value of public relations in driving organizational success. By honoring campaigns like 360PR+'s 'Moregetherness' for Bob's Red Mill, the awards demonstrate how strategic communications can build brand loyalty and community engagement. The recognition of professionals at different career stages—from early-career to lifetime achievement—highlights the industry's commitment to nurturing talent and fostering a culture of excellence.
