Ana Pista, Makes Historic Election as Director Global Alliance Public Relations and Communications Management

The recent World PR Forum 2023 in Chennai, India, brought together top PR and communications experts from around the globe. Among the distinguished speakers was Ana Pista from the Philippines (9th from left), the founder of ArdentComm, a renowned PR agency with over 25 years of experience, who shared insights on best practices in reputation management.

Ana Pista, the visionary founder and CEO of Ardent Communications (ArdentComm), has attained a momentous feat by becoming the first Filipino ever elected as a director of the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communications Management (GA). GA stands as the preeminent international organization for the public relations and communications profession.

In addition to this historic accomplishment, Ana Pista has earned recognition as an eminent industry authority and was invited to serve as a panelist at the esteemed World Public Relations Forum 2023. This significant event unfolded on September 21-22 in Chennai, India.

The World Public Relations Forum is an annual congregation focused on the finest practices in Reputation Management, drawing wisdom from diverse corners of the world. This year’s forum drew the participation of over 400 communication practitioners and students, providing a valuable platform for the exchange of knowledge and networking.

Under Ana Pista’s inspired leadership, ArdentComm has evolved into a pioneering integrated communications and public relations firm, boasting over two decades of experience dedicated to bolstering businesses in the Philippines. The company offers top-tier consultancy services, tailored PR campaigns, social investment initiatives, and cutting-edge digital marketing solutions.

Headquartered in Makati, ArdentComm showcases an impressive clientele encompassing a range of industries, including automotive, energy, cybersecurity, cloud computing, consumer electronics, and lifestyle practices.

The Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management is a distinguished consortium that unites major PR and communication management associations and institutions from across the globe, representing a collective force of more than 360,000 practitioners and academics.

Headquartered in Switzerland, the Global Alliance is a not-for-profit organization with a mission to unify the public relations profession, elevate global professional standards, promote knowledge sharing among its members, and serve as the global advocate for public relations in the public interest.

Ana Pista’s election as a director of GA underscores her unwavering commitment to advancing the field of public relations and communications management, both on a local and global scale. Her presence at the World Public Relations Forum 2023 further solidifies her standing as a thought leader and influencer in the industry.