ABOUT

WHY DORI WILSON PR?

DWPR understands that the PR industry has evolved into an art form, and that media time and attention are harder to earn than ever. With so many media options, hot PR demands working with an expert with innovative, contemporary ideas, who can create attention-getting, engaging stories relevant to both the media and the public. 

 

We believe that strong relationships with the media are still important, as is being aware of the tools available to us as PR professionals. We tailor the client’s information to the needs of each particular media. We’re unconventional; we focus our A-game where it matters. We have gained respect from the media because of our targeted approach in pitching and follow-through.  DWPR is recognized by the media and the community for its ability to get the job done.

OUR APPROACH
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Relationships

Dori Wilson Public Relations has always maintained strong media relations based on an active involvement in Chicago and its various communities. Given the fluidity of media personnel today, we are constantly updating our contact list; we tailor the client information to the needs of a particular media. We do not believe in a cookie-cutter approach.

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Philosophy

Our philosophy is to listen to our clients and prospective clients to determine their needs, goals and objectives, and to develop strategic plans to accomplish the same. Our commitment is to always elevate the message to the client while being cognizant of possible pitfalls. Uppermost in mind is that public relations is designed to inform, educate, and brand.

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Reputation

DWPR is recognized by the media and the community for its ability to get the job done. We have gained respect from the media because of our targeted approach in pitching and follow-through.

MISSIONS & VALUES

  • To bring excitement, life and attention to the people, events and causes in which we believe.

  • To act as a positive and empowering force in delivering the finest in communications practices.

  • We value the reputation we have earned.

CURRENT & FORMER AFFILIATIONS
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Harris Theatre For Music And Dance in Millennium Park 

Member, Board of Trustees

Loyola University Chicago

Member, Board of Regents

Chicago Public Library

Former Member (Served 10 years)

Board of Trustees, Mayoral Appointment 

Chicago Workforce Board

Former Member (Served 3 years)

Board of Directors, Mayoral Appointment 

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First Bank & Trust of Illinois

Former Member (Served 4 years)
Board of Directors

The Chicago International Film Festival

Board Member, Emeritus

The Academy High School For The Performing & Visual Arts

Founding Member

Board of Trustees

Chicago Urban League

Former Member

Women's Board

Columbia College

Former Member (Served 8 Years)
Board of Trustees

Paws Chicago

Member, Development Board

Brookfield Zoo

Founding Member

Women's Board

Lawson House YMCA

Former Member

Board of Directors

Chicago Hearing Society

Former Member

Women's Board

National Kidney Foundation

Former Member

Women's Board

American Heart Association

Former Member

Women's Board

Black Creativity

Former Member

Development Board

Fashion Group International

Member