BUDGET 2027: A little more in our pockets – but will Irish consumers feel better off? By Sonia Harris Pope, Founder & Managing Director, Harris PR There has been no shortage of Budget 2027 analysis over the past 24 hours. Who gained? Who lost? How much will be in your pocket? What happens […]
Harris PR is working with Fáilte Ireland and Longford and Westmeath County Councils on the ongoing Samhain in the Heartlands campaign, bringing the region’s rich programme of Halloween events and experiences to audiences across Ireland. As part of Ireland, Home of Halloween, the campaign is shining a spotlight on around 50 events taking place across […]
There was a time when we celebrated musicians for using their voices for something bigger than selling records. Live Aid didn’t ask us to separate music from the world around us. It did precisely the opposite. It harnessed some of the most famous people on the planet, and one of the most powerful cultural forces […]
For Childhood Cancer Ireland’s Childhood Cancer Awareness Month campaign, Harris PR helped shine a light on the emotional and psychological impact of childhood cancer that can continue long after treatment ends. At the heart of the campaign was ‘Things We Still Carry’, a striking installation at Dundrum Town Centre featuring a school bag filled with […]
Seventeen years ago, I took a leap of faith. After ten years working in PR agencies, as well as a couple of wonderful years as a columnist and feature writer with the Sunday Independent, I decided to build something of my own. What began as one person with a laptop, a phone, contacts book and […]
EMPOWERING THE FUTURE OF PR: HARRIS PR OPENS APPLICATIONS FOR THIRD ANNUAL DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING BURSARY The Public Relations Institute of Ireland (PRII), the Open Doors Initiative (ODI) and award-winning communications agency Harris PR announced that applications are now open for the 2026/27 Harris PR Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Bursary. […]
The bar isn’t a banner. It’s behaviour. Words by Brian Lyng, Harris PR’s Creative and Strategic Lead I was 17 the first time I went to Dublin Pride. I’d come up from Kilkenny for the day with a small group of close friends, the only people who knew, at that point, that I was gay. I wasn’t out publicly. Not at school, not […]
A new study by Holland & Barrett shows Ireland is stuck in a cycle of reacting to health issues rather than preventing them. 70% only listen to their body when something feels wrong 57% take action only after issues arise 80% visit the doctor only when absolutely necessary The biggest barriers are fatigue, lack of […]
Beauty MRKT returns to Dundrum Town from 24th–26th April 2026, with Vogue Williams announced as this year’s Brand Ambassador. The three-day event celebrates all things beauty, featuring trends, products, expert talks, and live demonstrations for beauty enthusiasts. Event Highlights Beauty MRKT runs: 24th–26th April Location: Dundrum Town Centre Tickets: From €10 via Dundrum.ie (on sale […]
Ireland’s love for pets and the communities that support them, is once again taking centre stage with the return of the Ruby Heart Awards, led by Petmania. Following a hugely successful debut year, the 2026 awards are back with even greater ambition, shining a spotlight on the organisations, workplaces and venues across the country that […]
Vika joined Harris PR following her selection as the recipient of the 2025/26 Harris PR Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Bursary, developed in partnership with the Public Relations Institute of Ireland (PRII) and the Open Doors Initiative. Originally from Ukraine and displaced by war, Vika came to Ireland in 2022 and brings over eight years of experience in communications including a wealth of strategic insight, creativity, and international perspective.
As part of the Bursary, Viktoriia is completing the PRII Diploma in Public Relations, combining academic study with hands-on agency experience at Harris PR, where she supports clients in the retail, health & wellness, festivals and NFP sectors.
Eve is a skilled communications specialist who joined Harris PR in 2026 bringing extensive experience in strategic PR across the business, technology, and consumer sectors.
Eve previously spent over four years at tech-focused communications agency Beachhut PR, where she delivered strategic positioning, executive profiling, and global media relations for high-growth companies and multinational brands, often translating jargon heavy language into clear messaging. Her experience spans fintech, automotive, e-commerce, Web3, med-tech, supply chain, and enviro-tech industries.
She plays a key role in shaping and delivering integrated communications strategies, working closely with clients to build strong narratives, deliver insight-led storytelling, and drive meaningful media engagement.
Emma started her career in Internal Communications before undertaking a Masters in Public Relations and Strategic Communications. She moved on to become a Public Relations Manager in a fast-paced retail environment for over two years before joining Harris PR in 2025.
Experienced in delivering and executing PR campaigns across corporate, consumer and sustainability communications, whilst nurturing brand reputation, Emma manages clients in the health & wellness, retail, festivals and NFP sectors. A true media relations pro, her passion lies in storytelling and identifying news angles that will generate positive coverage while landing key messages.
With over 20 years’ experience, both agency and in-house, Niamh is a versatile and passionate PR expert who joined the Harris PR team in 2020.
During the course of her career she has worked with a broad range of corporate entities and consumer brands from industries spanning retail, telecoms, and FMCG, and has been the recipient of a number of PRCA awards in recognition of her work. She later served on the judging panel for the annual industry awards for several years.
Niamh specialises in strategy, planning, media relations and influencer management at Harris PR, and is the account lead for a number of brands in the retail, food & beverage, health & wellness and travel & tourism sectors.
Sonia established Harris PR in 2009, following a decade in agency PR and three years as a journalist with the Sunday Independent. Her vision is to provide a truly people centric service, delivering standout creative work that moves the dial, while acting as an extension of client teams
While taking an active role in client work, alongside running the business, Sonia is responsible for strategic counsel, creative oversight and KPI delivery. She has advised multinationals, start-ups, NFPs, and more over the course of her career and is deeply committed to advancing the PR industry by investing in talent and building an agency culture rooted in fairness and inclusivity.
Sonia is committed to advancing DEI in the PR Industry, and recently commissioned research and prepared the first benchmark report and toolkit for employers on the state of DEI in PR Ireland. An active member of the PRII, and co-founder of the DEI PR Bursary now in its third year, Sonia has recently joined the board of the PRCA, and is committed to driving more inclusive hiring and workplace practices throughout the industry.
