PRSA Colorado Honors State’s Top Communications Work with 2026 Gold Pick Awards
Annual awards recognize outstanding public relations campaigns, agencies and professionals across Colorado
Denver, CO (Newsworthy.ai) Thursday Nov 5, 2026 @ 7:00 AM MST
The team at SideCar Public Relations celebrates their Gold Pick Awards
“Colorado’s public relations professionals are making an impact, advancing healthcare and education and strengthening communities.”
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.
The team at SideCar Public Relations celebrates their Gold Pick Awards
“Colorado’s public relations professionals are making an impact, advancing healthcare and education and strengthening communities.”
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Who were the winners of the 2026 Gold Pick Awards?
- The 2026 Gold Pick Awards recognized several winners, including Genus for their PRRS-Resistant Pig Website, which won the Grand Gold Pick Award. SchroderHaus Marketing Communications was named Best Agency - Boutique/Small, and other winners included Children's Hospital Colorado, University of Colorado, and Colorado State University for their impactful communications work.
- What notable public relations campaigns were recognized in Colorado in 2026?
- In 2026, notable public relations campaigns in Colorado included Genus's PRRS-Resistant Pig Website, which received the Grand Gold Pick Award. Other recognized campaigns were by Children's Hospital Colorado for media relations on a pediatric heart and liver transplant, and CIG Public Relations for supporting the Colfax Bus Rapid Transit project. A full list is available here: https://prsacolorado.org/PRSA_Colorado_Awards
- Who were the special award winners in the 2026 Colorado public relations industry?
- Special award winners in 2026 included Wendy Manitta Holmes, who received the Swede Johnson Lifetime Achievement Award, and Tim Carroll, named Sharon Linhart Public Relations Person of the Year. Jaclyn Allen was recognized as Media Professional of the Year, and CIG Public Relations was named PR Team of the Year.
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