Dr. Pam Perry Honored with the “Communicate” Pillar Award at the 2025 Women Elevating Women (W.E.W.) Conference in Chicago

Publicly, media strategist, and magazine publisher Dr. Pam Perry was honored with the Communicate Pillar Award at the annual Women Elevating Women (W.E.W.) Conference, held at the Westin Chicago Downtown.

This prestigious recognition celebrates Perry’s decades-long dedication to amplifying voices, building platforms, and helping thought leaders, speakers, and entrepreneurs “get out there and get known.”

The three-day event, held October 22–24, 2025, brought together powerhouse women from across industries under the conference theme “Steady. Steadfast. Stealth.” Founded by Betty Hines, a transformational facilitator and global speaker, W.E.W. exists to celebrate, elevate, and support women entrepreneurs through collaboration, communication, courage, and connection.

The WEW Experience: Empowering, Enlightening, and Elevating

The Women Elevating Women (W.E.W.) Conference is a signature annual event that gathers business owners, corporate executives, authors, and industry innovators for three immersive days of networking, professional growth, and empowerment. This year’s experience featured panel discussions, fireside chats, and award ceremonies highlighting five core pillars: Communicate, Collaborate, Cultivate, Courage, and Connect.

Dr. Perry’s recognition took place during the W.E.W. Communicate Pillar Awards, a special segment honoring women who use their platforms to lead conversations, drive change, and shape culture through storytelling and influence.

“The Communicate Pillar celebrates women who embody clarity, consistency, and courage in amplifying the stories that matter,” said Betty Hines, Founder and CEO of Women Elevating Women. “Dr. Pam Perry has been doing that her entire career. Through her flagship publication, Speakers Magazine, she’s created a national platform where speakers, authors, and entrepreneurs shine. She is the true definition of purpose-driven communication.”

This year marks Dr. Perry’s 25th year in business, a remarkable milestone for a woman who has built her brand around faith, integrity, and impact. From working in newsrooms to running her own PR agency, she has become one of the most trusted voices in communications — affectionately known in the industry as the “PR Angel.”

A Legacy of Communication and Connection

For over two decades, Dr. Pam Perry has been on a mission to help experts and entrepreneurs turn their stories into spotlight moments. Her company, PamPerryPR.com, is a full-service public relations and branding agency that specializes in helping clients gain media coverage, publish books, build speaking platforms, and create visibility that leads to opportunities.

Known for her signature community Ready Set Go Speak, Perry mentors authors, speakers, and coaches through a proven system that combines media strategy, brand storytelling, and marketing mastery.

Perry’s body of work includes features and collaborations with CNN, CNBC, Oprah Magazine, SiriusXM, Essence, FOX 2 Detroit, The Michigan Chronicle, and numerous other national and local outlets.

She’s also an award-winning podcaster and publisher, known for her show Get Out There and Get Known, where she interviews leading voices in the world of PR, business, and media.

“For me, communication is more than a profession — it’s my calling,” said Dr. Perry. “I believe visibility is not optional. Every expert, author, or speaker has a message that can change lives. My mission has always been to help them share it — with purpose, power, and polish.”

Speakers Magazine: The Flagship of Visibility and Influence

Dr. Perry is also the founder and publisher of Speakers Magazine, a publication celebrating its eighth year in print and digital circulation. The magazine was created to spotlight Black speakers, authors, and experts, offering them the visibility, credibility, and community often missing in mainstream media. Over the years, Speakers Magazine has featured hundreds of leaders, including Dr. Willie Jolley, Rushion McDonald, Kim Coles, Dr. Karwanna Irving, and Dr. Shadé Y. Adu.

Each monthly issue showcases cover stories, industry insights, and speaker success stories that inspire and inform readers around the world. The October 2025 issue of Speakers Magazine features Betty Hines on the cover — her second time being featured during National Women’s Small Business Month.

“Betty embodies the heart of what Speakers Magazine stands for — leadership, legacy, and lifting others,” said Dr. Perry. “Every October, we honor women who build empires, empower their communities, and exemplify what it means to lead with grace and grit. Betty is the epitome of that spirit.”

Under Perry’s leadership, Speakers Magazine has become more than a publication — it’s a movement that connects readers to opportunity, education, and exposure. With a readership that spans entrepreneurs, corporate executives, event planners, and media professionals, the magazine continues to be the #1 platform for Black speakers who want to elevate their influence and impact.

25 Years of Purpose, Passion, and PR Excellence

Celebrating 25 years in the PR and communications industry, Dr. Pam Perry’s journey began long before social media and digital storytelling became the norm.

In 2000, Perry took a leap of faith and launched her own agency, combining her love for media, ministry, and marketing. Over the years, she has authored multiple books, including Synergy Energy and Speak Up!

Her mantra — “Get Out There and Get Known” — has become a rallying cry for thousands of speakers and entrepreneurs she has coached, trained, and inspired.

Today, Perry continues to lead with authenticity, using her voice and platform to help others amplify theirs.

About Women Elevating Women (W.E.W.)

Women Elevating Women (W.E.W.) is a global community founded by Betty Hines, designed to create access, alliances, and advocacy for women entrepreneurs and executives. Through its annual conference, leadership programs, and Power Circle initiatives, W.E.W. fosters collaboration and equips women to scale their businesses and expand their influence.

About Dr. Pam Perry

Dr. Pam Perry is an award-winning communications professional, publicist, author, and publisher with over 25 years of experience helping clients stand out and shine.