JBC NAMES PUBLIC RELATIONS “STUDENT OF THE YEAR 2026”
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Wesson-based company Jessica Breazeale Consulting (JBC) recently named Chloe Martin of Hurley as the JBC “Student of the Year”.
Martin received the award at the Pine Belt chapter of the Public Relations Association of Mississippi (PRAM) at its recent monthly meeting. Martin’s entire family made the trek from Moss Point to celebrate with her. The award came with a $500 scholarship and a membership to PRAM who recognizes her academic excellence, leadership and commitment to advancing the public relations profession.
The award was given to Martin by JBC Owner, Jessica Breazeale of Wesson, at the Ogletree Alumni House on the University of Southern Mississippi’s campus.
“It’s always been a bucket list item for me to give back to my profession by mentoring students and providing scholarship assistance. This is the first year for the scholarship, and I plan to continue for four more years,” said Breazeale.
Breazeale’s consulting company started in 2017 with some freelance projects for clients who needed marketing help with websites and social media. It grew into full-time work with clients across the United States. She has served on the PRAM board of directors for eight years and currently chairs professional development - and serves as a state representative.
“I have one employee, a college student who is a PR major, and I strategically hired a college student because I am a teacher at heart. I love teaching, mentoring, helping younger people develop their professional PR skills, “said Breazeale. “Anyone can do marketing. Not everyone does strategic marketing.”
Breazeale holds an accreditation in public relations (APR), a special designation showing professional expertise, dedication to the field, progressive industry practices, and high ethical standards. She was the chapter’s 2023 PR Practitioner of the Year.
Recipients are selected by an anonymous committee of public relations practitioners. Applicants must come from the Pine Belt region and be communication majors. Applicants submit an application packet, relevant work samples, a résumé, and two letters of recommendation from a professor and/or professional who can verify the student’s qualifications.
“Chloe demonstrates outstanding academic excellence and achievements in public relations education. Her graduate coursework consistently reflects intellectual rigor, strong analytical thinking and a sophisticated understanding of public relations as a strategic management function,” said Dr. Jae-Hwa Shin, newly inducted community action chair for Pine Belt PRAM.
Martin is a graduate student currently working on her master’s degree. She has served in multiple leadership positions in the Public Relations Student Society of America and other organizations, including the Communication Graduate Association and No Longer Bound at Mississippi State University. She has also completed internships at both True Story Public Relations and the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office, among other significant accomplishments.
“I cannot express my gratitude for receiving this award,” Martin said. “I am so excited that these wonderful professionals see potential in me, and I could not be more excited to see what opportunities come next.”
The Pine Belt PRAM Chapter supports public relations professionals and students across the region through professional development, networking and recognition programs. The Student of the Year Award honors a student who demonstrates excellence in public relations studies and involvement. Meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month at USM’s Alumni House at noon.
Students majoring in any communications-related field or professionals working in any
communications-related positions are free to join. To join or more information, email
More info:
Jessica Brezeale, APR
State Representative; Professional Development Chair
PRAM WEBSITE: Pine Belt PRAM – Taking PRide in Promoting the Pine Belt
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