معرفی
Tara L. Smith is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Communication at the University of Delaware. She is the founder of Tara Lynn Communications, a public relations consultancy specializing in media relations, employee engagement, and event promotion. With over 10 years of experience, she has worked at global corporations like NBCUniversal and Ketchum PR, and holds an M.S. from New York University and a B.A. from Penn State University.
Education:
- M.S. in Public Relations and Corporate Communication, New York University
- B.A. in Public Relations, The Pennsylvania State University
Research & Professional Interests: Smith's expertise spans public relations strategy, corporate communications, and crisis management. Her career includes roles at major organizations such as Time Warner Inc. and the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau, reflecting her focus on media relations and thought leadership.
Awards & Recognition:
- PRSA Silver Anvil Award
- CLIOs and SABREs Awards
- PR Week Magazine's 2006 Student of the Year
Professional Involvement: Active in the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), serving on national committees and leading chapters in Georgia and New York. Currently involved in the PRSA Independent Practitioners Alliance and Delaware chapter.
Additional Notes: She earned the Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) in 2017 and operates her consultancy alongside her academic role. Her work emphasizes bridging practical industry experience with academic instruction.
