PRESIDENT: Angelique Evans, APR
Houston TranStar

Honored at the 2022 PR Pro of the Year, Angelique Evans is a PRSA member who earned her accreditation in 2021. Evans serves as the Director of Communications at the Harris County Constable Precinct 1 Officer in Houston, overseeing all aspects of internal and external communications, implementing strategy and prioritizing the safety of Harris County residents.

Most recently, she was the Public Information and Marketing Manager for the Austin Police Department, responsible for the strategic planning, integrated communications, media relations and marketing strategy for the agency.

Evans began her career as a radio and television personality, and has served as a national spokesperson for the National Association of Broadcasters.

She served in K-12 public education as a Public Information Officer with Fort Bend ISD and as the sole Public Information Officer for the Round Rock Police Department managing the department’s media and public relations, communications and social media.

In 2017, she was selected by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) and named one of the top 40 under 40, an award recognizing law enforcement professionals from around the world that demonstrate leadership and exemplify commitment to their profession. Evans also worked for the Army in the Public Affairs Office at III Corps Headquarters in Fort Hood, Texas, where she was recognized with the Department of the Army Commander's Award for Civilian Service and Achievement Medal for Civilian Service.

PRESIDENT-ELECT: Robyn Egbert
Houston-Galveston Area Council

Robyn Egbert is strategic communicator with a background in business development, relationship-building, public outreach, digital marketing, and social media campaign management. Beginning her career as a geophysicist, she made the transition to communications in 2016 where she pursued her Master of Arts in mass communication at the University of Houston. Passionate about engaging organizations with their communities, Robyn finds joy in connecting people and building lasting relationships. She has both agency and in-house communications experience where she has worked on campaigns such as Better Make Room, an initiative championed by Michelle Obama, Rooted in People, an economic development strategy implemented by the town of High River, and various legal marketing campaigns. Robyn is also an active member of the Junior League of Houston, a published writer, a mentor to University of Houston undergraduate students, and enthusiastic sports fan.

VICE PRESIDENT: Leslee Hackett
Goliath Communications

Leslee is an award-winning digital media and public relations consultant with over 12 years of experience developing strategic communication plans that deliver measurable results. She specializes in social media strategy, content creation, and trend spotting, with a talent for transforming complex ideas into compelling, audience-driven narratives.

Known for seamlessly shifting between strategy and execution, Leslee thrives in high-pressure environments as both a skilled project manager and creative problem-solver. Her strengths include relationship building, clear decision-making, and a strong grasp of the economic drivers that impact communication outcomes. Guided by integrity, adaptability, and a results-first mindset, she brings both vision and precision to every project.

When she's not working, you can find Leslee taking photos, volunteering, and teaching bible study.

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT: Laci Theriot, APR
Univar Solutions

Laci Theriot is a Marketing Communications Advisor at Univar Solutions, a chemical and specialty ingredient distribution company, where she manages and supports media relations and marketing projects for the organization. 

She is an experienced 10-year veteran in marketing and communications with a demonstrated history of producing solid results having worked in various industries. She has her APR (Accreditation in Public Relations) and is an assembly delegate for the PRSA Houston chapter.

SECRETARY: Hailey Bui
Consolidated Asset Management Services

Hailey Ngoc Bui is the Marketing & Communications Manager at Consolidated Asset Management Services (CAMS), where she drives the company’s brand storytelling and external communications strategy. She leads the design and development of promotional materials, builds messaging frameworks, and develops campaigns that connect CAMS’ services with stakeholders across the energy industry.

Before joining CAMS, Hailey spent more than five years in both B2C and B2B agency settings, where she crafted campaigns for a wide range of industries and honed her ability to translate complex ideas into compelling narratives. She holds a B.A. in Communications and an M.A. in Mass Communications, where her graduate research focused on social media behavioral trends.

Beyond her corporate role, Hailey is deeply engaged in the communications community. Since 2024, she has been an active member of PRSA Houston, first serving on the Hospitality Committee before being Chair of the Communications Committee in 2025. In this role, she leads initiatives to strengthen online engagement, amplify the chapter’s visibility, and foster meaningful connections across Houston’s PR and communications professionals. Through her leadership, she is dedicated to helping PRSA Houston grow its presence, influence, and value for members across the region.

TREASURER:: Mike ONeill

Mike O'Neill has built his career on both sides of the press release. With nearly 30 years of experience in television news he knows how stories are shaped, spun and scrutinized. In 2017 he transitioned to corporate communications, where he was responsible for external messaging and media relations for Memorial City through major challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2021 Big Freeze. He is now the Senior Communications and Marketing Specialist at TDECU, utilizing his industry knowledge and deep media connections to support the growth journey of the fourth largest credit union in Texas. As Chair of the PRSA Houston Scholarship Committee he is committed to advancing and mentoring the next generation of communicators and public relations professionals.

ASSEMBLY DELEGATE:: Kami Huyse, APR
Zoetica

Kami Huyse, APR, is a public relations professional, speaker, and author who helps brands attract their ideal customers and achieve measurable results through social media marketing. As the CEO of Zoetica, she has worked with some of the world's top brands, including Google, SeaWorld, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the American Red Cross, and even Lady Gaga, to develop effective strategies for building and engaging online communities. Her innovative and results-driven approach has earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious Houston Business Journal Women Who Mean Business award in 2022. Kami is a passionate advocate for the power of social media and regularly shares her insights and expertise through her monthly livestream as the  host of the Social Media Breakfast of Houston and through her SmartSocialMastery.com program to provide PR and marketing consultants and coaches with the tools and support they need to leverage social media to showcase their unique skills and expertise.

Keep up with Kami at http://kamichat.com/

ASSEMBLY DELEGATE:: Kimberly Karol, APR
The Nature Conservancy

ASSEMBLY DELEGATE:: Felicia Perez, APR
FAR Public Relations

Felicia Perez is the Immediate Past President of PRSA Houston. She has two decades of communications experience - from producing newscasts at two of the top TV stations in Houston (KHOU and KTRK) to writing award-winning communications campaigns for international and local clients.

As founder and owner of FAR Public Relations, Felicia brings brands into focus through media relations, social media management, crisis and issues strategy, messaging development, community engagement, event planning, data & analytics tracking and media training. She believes every business has a story to tell, and she thrives on telling those stories in impactful and memorable ways that reach target publics.

Felicia is also a lecturer at the University of Houston, teaching broadcast journalism students. She and her husband, 2-year-old girl and two dogs (German Shepherd and CKC Spaniel) reside in the Greater Houston Heights neighborhood. Connect with Felicia at [email protected] and on LinkedIn @feliciarussellperez

DIRECTOR: Dennis Nuss, APR
ConocoPhillips

Dennis Nuss, APR, has more than 25 years of experience implementing strategic communications plans for Fortune 500 companies, with a deep background in oil and gas, petrochemicals and intermediate chemicals. An expert in media relations, crisis communication and stakeholder engagement, he has an expansive history of delivering high quality results to protect and enhance brand and reputation and drive value for the businesses he has supported. 

Dennis holds a Bachelor and Master of Arts in Communications from the University of New Orleans. He is an accredited member of the Public Relations Society of America and past president of the New Orleans chapter, served on the PRSA Corporate Communications Section’s executive committee for three years, and is currently an assembly delegate for PRSA Houston. Dennis is also a member of the West Houston Leadership Institute Class of 2017 and held local public office for five years in Louisiana.

DIRECTOR: Hannah Pietsch
Beloved Communications, LLC

With 15 years of experience spanning the communications spectrum, Hannah Pietsch is a proven communications professional with expertise in media relations and internal communications.

As the owner of Beloved Communications, LLC, she serves clients in a variety of industries, from health care and real estate to cosmetology and non-profit, by crafting and executing multifaceted internal and external communications strategies that deliver the results the client wants.

Before launching Beloved Communications, Hannah served as a Senior Internal Communications Representative at Memorial Hermann, where she designed the system’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) communications program, directed the development and implementation of a communications strategy to support the reinforcement and sustainment phase of an employee and patient experience program, and spearheaded the system’s monthly Town Hall program in partnership with the executive leadership team. 

Prior to joining Memorial Hermann, Hannah was a Senior Media Relations Specialist at Houston Methodist, where she led media relations efforts for the organization’s Neurological Institute, Orthopedics & Sports Medicine team, women’s services and wellness/weight management program. She cultivated relationships with local and national media contacts, including often overlooked news teams at health care specialty publications. In just one year, she increased the number of placements for a single service line by 455.1% and the estimated audience by 1,433.4%. 

Hannah currently serves on PRSA Houston’s board of directors and has previously served as chair of the organization’s New Professionals and Programs Committees. Prior to its retirement, she served on the Public Relations Foundation of Houston Board of Trustees as Silent Auction Chair and President. 

Hannah holds a Master of Professional Studies in Strategic Public Relations from George Washington University. She lives in Katy with her husband of 15 years and their two sons. When she isn’t playing monster trucks or cooking another meal to feed her growing boys, Hannah enjoys a good workout, plugging into personal/professional development, and writing her first book.

DIRECTOR: Jourdan Scruggs
Harris County

DIRECTOR: Qiana Sellers
Harris Health System

Award-winning strategic communicator, military veteran, and creative visionary, Q’iana Sellers brings over two decades of leadership across journalism, broadcasting, and digital communications. Known for turning great ideas into impactful realities, Q’iana has led innovative campaigns, executive messaging, and public-facing initiatives that have reshaped how organizations engage with their audiences. As the Senior Manager of Internal Communications at Harris Health, Q’iana has curated landmark projects—from the grand reopening of the historic Quentin Mease Health Center to the acclaimed LIVING ICONS COVID-19 memorial art exhibit. A PRSA Gold and Silver Excalibur Award winner and advocate for purpose-driven storytelling, Q’iana is passionate about helping communication professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives grow through authentic communication and bold strategy.