Public Relations Professionals of Long Island (PRPLI) celebrated the region’s top communicators on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, during its 34th Annual Awards Luncheon at Westbury Manor. The event recognized outstanding achievements across public relations, journalism, education, and nonprofit leadership while raising funds for PRPLI’s annual college scholarship program.
This year’s luncheon honored professionals across seven categories, highlighting the powerful role communications plays in community building, advocacy, and public service. The event brought together PR practitioners, media leaders, educators, and business professionals to spotlight stories—and people—that make an impact.
“This event reminds us that great communications aren’t just about words—they’re about relationships, leadership, and the ability to inspire meaningful change,” said Theresa Jacobellis, President of PRPLI and Director of Communications Solutions at IPRO. “Our honorees reflect the very best of our profession, and we’re thrilled to recognize their contributions to Long Island and beyond.”
The 2025 honorees are:
- Ron Edelson, ZE Creative Communications – Jack Rettaliata Lifetime Achievement Award
- Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds, Family & Children’s Association – Long Island Achievement Award
- Robert Chartuk, South Shore Press – Outstanding Media Award
- Jennifer Cline Sargent, Hofstra University – Howard M. Blankman Outstanding Mentor Award
- Sarah Logan, IPRO – Rising Star Award
- Christopher Collora, EGC Group – PR Campaign of the Year
- Vito Postiglione, Farmingdale State College – PRPLI College Scholarship Recipient
The organization also thanks the companies that donated raffle prizes, helping to raise additional funds for PRPLI’s student scholarship program. They include: Adventureland, Brokerage Comedy Club, Cradle of Aviation Museum, Fitness Technology by Dennis Berry, Jake’s 58: Suffolk OTB, Long Island Ducks, Panera Bread, and RPM Raceway.