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PORTLAND, Ore. (June 19, 2025) – A.wordsmith, a boutique communications firm specializing in public relations, writing services and branding, has been recognized with two 2025 Spotlight Awards from the Public Relations Society of America's Oregon chapter.

This year, A.wordsmith received recognition in the following categories:

  • Tactics: Printed Communication. A.wordsmith wrote and designed Cascade Health Alliance’s Annual Benefit Corporation Report. This report highlighted the organization’s community impact, partnerships, and commitment to transparency and community well-being through storytelling and intentional design.
  • Campaigns: Marketing Consumer Product or Service. A.wordsmith developed and executed an integrated PR and marketing campaign that introduced Zena Forest Products' sustainable flooring at Portland International Airport. This campaign emphasized local innovation and a focus on sustainability and involved brand messaging, a website redesign and an earned media campaign with placements appearing on KOIN TV, Portland Tribune and Wood Flooring Magazine.

Each year, PRSA Oregon hosts the PRSA Oregon Spotlight Awards to celebrate outstanding communications, public relations, and digital media campaigns and professionals across Oregon and SW Washington. A panel of professionals review and score each entry based on research, planning, implementation, and results. Spotlight Awards are then awarded to those who deliver exceptional outcomes.

“We’re thrilled to be recognized by PRSA Oregon alongside so many talented colleagues and peers! Our team’s dedication to measurable results is reflected in these awards, and we’re so proud to be a trusted partner for our clients. Thank you to PRSA Oregon for the recognition and a wonderful evening!” said Ann Smith, president and founder of A.wordsmith.

About A.wordsmith

Founded in 2009, A.wordsmith, is a boutique communications firm based in Portland, Oregon. The agency partners with B2B and consumer organizations to develop impactful campaigns that strategically reach target audiences. The firm’s core areas of expertise are writing services, public relations, communications strategy and branding. Clients include Trinity Consultants, NICE Systems, Headlands Coastal Lodge & Spa, DoveLewis, Skamania Lodge and Propeller.

 

MEDIA CONTACT:
Bailey Hopp
bailey@awordsmith.com