Megan Helmer Promoted to Account Director as PR Associates Grows

VANCOUVER, May 13, 2014 /CNW/ - PR Associates is pleased to announce Megan Helmer has been promoted to the position of Account Director. Megan's strategic communication and project management skills will be key in delivering the exceptional levels of service our clients have come to expect as PR Associates grows.

Megan has 13 years of communication experience spanning the mining, alternative energy, biotechnology, education, and marine technology industries. In leading our team of experts, Megan will provide strategic direction and project management, government and community relations and stakeholder engagement. She is a seasoned consultant and experienced in helping mining, oil and gas, LNG infrastructure and forestry clients achieve environmental assessment success, project approval and social license.

"Managing projects requires expert knowledge and dedication. Megan has proved these qualities time and again," says Robert Simpson, President of PR Associates. "Her ability to establish relationships and implement successful, creative strategies and manage complex challenges is an asset for PR Associates as we continue to grow and expand."

Megan joined PR Associates three years ago. Her sophisticated technical background gives Megan an exceptional ability to design and implement communications programs for our clients' demanding projects. "Resource development can be a challenging industry," says Megan. "I'm most happy when we've been able to find mutually beneficial solutions that establish trusting relationships between our clients and their stakeholders."

Megan is currently completing a Master's of Arts in Professional Communication at Royal Roads University.

About PR Associates

PR Associates is a creative, collaborative and connected public relations and communication firm that works with companies committed to corporate social responsibility. Through specialized practice areas, we help clients earn trust and build relationships that ultimately add value to their business. Our effective, value-driven programs and strategies are proven successful and are based on our core values of quality, innovation, commitment, collaboration and integrity.

SOURCE: PR Associates

PR Associates, Robert Simpson, President, P: 604.681.1407, www.prassociates.com