IABC-NL Announces 2022 Pinnacle Award Recipients, Recognizing Communications Excellence
June 22, 2022 – The International Association of Business Communicators Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter (IABC-NL) celebrated excellence in the field of communications last night, June 21, at its 2022 Pinnacle Awards reception at Sláinte in St. John’s.
“This was IABC-NL’s first in-person awards ceremony in two years,” said Karyn Whelan, President, IABC-NL. “Throughout the pandemic, the resiliency and value of communication professionals has stood out. It was exciting to finally gather together and recognize the incredible impact and success of our peers.”
A total of 19 awards were presented in a variety of categories to professionals in both public and private sector organizations in the province, including the Pinnacle Award for Volunteer of the Year. This year’s recipients were Martha Muzychka, ABC, MC, Principal with Praxis Communications, and Lana Collins, ABC, MC, Communications Advisor with the National Research Council, who were recognized for her contributions to IABC-NL professional development offerings and their support for the chapter and membership. There were also four student awards presented to those enrolled in post-secondary marketing and communications programs.
A full list of award recipients is included in the attached backgrounder.
IABC-NL thanks its valued Pinnacle Awards partners, m5 Communications, College of the North Atlantic, Fortis Inc. The Idea Factory, and FUNctional Communications & Events, for their ongoing support.
For more information about IABC NL-NL and the Pinnacle Awards, visit iabcnl.com.
About IABC-NL
The award-winning IABC Chapter in Newfoundland and Labrador works to advance the communications profession, create connections, and develop strategic communicators in the province. The Chapter has more than 60 members representing a broad range of interests and experiences in communications.
Media contact:
Dana Hawco
Director, Communications, IABC NL
Email: iabcnl@gmail.com
BACKGROUNDER: 2022 IABC-NL Pinnacle Awards
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF MERIT
Mayara Rose Baiao and Jessica Roach
College of the North Atlantic
Natural Ways
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Shan Leigh Pomeroy
College of the North Atlantic
Harpy Oracle Card
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Seonyoung Heo
College of the North Atlantic
Quoth the Raven
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Shan Leigh Pomeroy
College of the North Atlantic
The Slothful Roaster Logo Design
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF MERIT
Digital Communication Channels
Genoa Design International
Genoa Connect: The News You Need to Know
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF MERIT
Safety Communication
Fortis Inc.
The Safety Connection
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF MERIT
Marketing, Advertising & Sales Vehicle
Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro
Electric Vehicle Rebate Program: Using Digital Media to Encourage Residents to Cruise into EV Savings
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF MERIT
Special Events External
Pilot
Turning the Tide Marine Industry Awards
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF MERIT
Special Events Internal
Registered Nurses’ Union – Newfoundland and Labrador
Nursing Week Thank You Event
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF MERIT
Special Events Internal
Genoa Design International
2021 Genoa Gala
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF MERIT
Non-Profit Campaigns
Choices for Youth
Home for the Holidays 2021
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF MERIT
Audio Visual
Department of Immigration, Population Growth and Skills
Trading Toronto for Torbay: A Newfoundland and Labrador Work-From-Anywhere Story
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Digital Communication Channels
techNL
Voices of Innovation
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Social Media Programs
RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador
ATV Safety Campaign
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Government Communications Program
City of St. John’s
Assessment Year 2021
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Digital Communication Vehicle
Fortis Inc.
The Safety Connection
2022 PINNACLE AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Publications
Choices for Youth
Annual Report 2020-2021
2022 IABC-NL VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD
Martha Muzychka, ABC, MC
2022 IABC-NL VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD
Lana Collins, ABC, MC