Accredited public relations professional Natalie Ghidotti, founder and CEO of Ghidotti Communications in Little Rock, has been named to the Public Relations Society of America College of Fellows, joining the class of 2025 in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the field of public relations.
She is the first woman from the PRSA Arkansas Chapter to receive the distinction and only the fourth member of the chapter ever selected. The first was accredited public relations professional Bob Sells, who joined the PRSA College of Fellows in 1996.
“This is one of the most meaningful honors of my career,” Ghidotti said. “The college of fellows represents the heart of what we strive for in public relations: integrity, service, leadership and impact. I have long admired my mentors who are fellows and am honored to join them in service to our industry, continuing to represent our amazing Arkansas chapter on a national level.”
Ghidotti’s career spans journalism, public relations and nearly two decades of agency leadership. She launched Ghidotti Communications in 2007 and has grown it into one of the region’s leading strategic communications firms. The agency partners with clients across industries to tell compelling stories, build strong relationships, and drive business success through earned media, content strategy and thought leadership.
She currently serves as chair of the PRSA Counselors Academy and as regional vice president of the Americas at the Public Relations Global Network. She is past president of the PRSA Arkansas Chapter and is widely known for her mentorship of emerging professionals. She is also a vocal advocate for ethical communications and the growing role of public relations in shaping community and business outcomes.
Established in 1989, the PRSA College of Fellows recognizes seasoned public relations professionals and educators who have made a lasting impact on the profession. Fewer than 5 percent of PRSA members are accepted into the college, which requires at least 30 years of experience, and Accreditation in Public Relations certification, and a demonstrated record of leadership, service and career excellence.
Along with leadership and service to the public relations industry, the PRSA College of Fellows recognizes public relations professionals who have given back to their communities in meaningful ways.
Ghidotti is an active volunteer and leader in Little Rock who has served on the board of directors for the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra and the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. She has also served on the Downtown Little Rock Partnership Executive Committee. She is a past president of the Rotary Club of Little Rock and the Arkansas Women’s Leadership Forum.
The PRSA College of Fellows Class of 2015 will be formally inducted during a ceremony Oct. 27, ahead of PRSA’s annual ICON conference in Washington, D.C.
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