(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin and Visit Dublin Ohio were recognized for outstanding communications and marketing work during the Central Ohio Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) PRism Awards ceremony held May 21.
Competing in nonprofit categories alongside organizations from across Central Ohio, the City of Dublin earned five PRism Awards, three Awards of Excellence and a Best of Show Tactic honor, recognizing excellence across digital engagement, publications, events, branding and storytelling. Visit Dublin Ohio was honored with four PRism Awards and an Award of Excellence for its communications and marketing initiatives.
City of Dublin Awards
PRism Awards
- Internal Communications: Environmental Branding
- Single Issue Publication: New Resident Welcome Packet
- Annual Report: 2025 Dublin Irish Festival Annual Report
- Digital or Virtual Activation: Dublin Reindeer Roundup
- Social Media Post: Celebrating a Community Champion
Awards of Excellence
- E-Newsletter: Dublin News Now
- Marketing Communications – Consumer Products & Services: GoDublin TXT
- Special Events & Observances: 2025 State of the City
Best of Show Tactic
Visit Dublin Ohio Awards
Visit Dublin Ohio earned recognition across multiple nonprofit categories for its tourism marketing and destination storytelling efforts:
PRism Awards
- Influencer Outreach: Dublin in a Minute
- E-Newsletter: Visit Dublin Ohio
- Blog: The Blog – Local Experiences
- Creative Tactic: Espresso Martini Trail
Award of Excellence
- Single Issue Publication: Destination Guide
Chief Communications & Public Relations Officer for the City of Dublin Lindsay Weisenauer says the recognition reflects the team’s commitment to strategic storytelling and meaningful community engagement.
“Our exceptional team works hard to create communications that inform, connect and celebrate our community in creative and impactful ways,” Weisenauer says. “It’s rewarding to see such a wide range of projects recognized, from digital campaigns and publications to community storytelling and events.”
Head of Marketing & Communications for Visit Dublin Ohio Leslie Rummel says the awards highlight the collaborative efforts behind promoting Dublin as a vibrant destination and community.
“Each of these projects reflects the creativity and collaboration that go into sharing Dublin’s story with visitors and residents alike,” Rummel says. “From digital content and influencer engagement to our signature trails and destination guide, we’re proud to help showcase what makes Dublin a place people want to experience and return to.”
Hosted annually by the Central Ohio PRSA chapter, the PRism Awards celebrate exemplary public relations, marketing and communications work from organizations across the region, including government agencies, nonprofits, corporations, educational institutions and agencies. PRism Awards recognize first-place entries across a variety of categories, while Awards of Excellence honor additional standout work.
The Central Ohio PRSA Chapter, founded in 1950, serves communications professionals throughout the region by providing opportunities for professional development, networking and industry recognition.
About the City of Dublin, Ohio, USA
About the City of Dublin, Ohio, USA Dublin is a city of nearly 50,000 residents located just northwest of Columbus, Ohio. It offers residents and corporate citizens responsive services, attractive housing, superior public education, direct regional highway access, abundant park space, thoughtful and strategic planning, innovative ideas and technology and a dynamic community life. Dublin is ranked the number one small city in Ohio and is consistently ranked one of the safest cities in the nation. It is home to more than 20 corporate headquarters, an entrepreneurial center, 4,300+ businesses, world-class events and the urban, walkable Bridge Street District. For more information, visit DublinOhioUSA.gov or call 614.410.4400.
About Visit Dublin Ohio
Visit Dublin Ohio is a private, nonprofit organization that enhances the quality of life for area residents by attracting visitor spending, consumer interest and entrepreneurial investment into the community. Learn more at VisitDublinOhio.com.
Media Contacts:
Shirley Blaine
Multimedia Communications Strategist
City of Dublin
614.230.4683 – Cell
614.410.4523 – Office
sblaine@dublin.oh.us
Newsroom: DublinOhioUSA.gov/newsroom
Leslie Rummel
Head of Marketing & Communications
Visit Dublin Ohio
614.792.7666 – Office
lrummel@visitdublinohio.com
