Emily Wilson, Digital Content Specialist in Macon-Bibb County’s Office of Communications, was recently recognized at a national luncheon for being named to PR Daily’s Top Women in Marketing Class of 2026 as a Marketer to Watch,making her one of the top marketers in the country.
“Receiving this recognition is both humbling and exciting. Every campaign, video, and post represents a team effort and a commitment to serving our community with creativity, transparency, and purpose,” says Emily. “I’m thankful to work alongside leaders who encourage innovation, and I hope this recognition helps shine a light on the impact modern government communications can have.”
In her role, Emily creates and leads engaging online campaigns for the consolidated government’s primary social media channels and website. Additionally, she is an administrator providing oversight and guidance for more than 50 other pages. When severe weather or other crises threaten our community, she becomes the lead administrator on the social media pages for our Emergency Management Agency, helping keep hundreds of thousands of people engaged with weather updates, safety information, and more, as well as gathering damage information from online posts that can be relayed to response crews.
“Emily has had an incredible impact on our communication effort in a short amount of time through better storytelling and creativity, and we’re so proud to see her recognized as one of the best in the country,” says Chris Floore, Chief Communications Officer. “Under her management, we have more than doubled our reach and significantly improved engagement, meaning we can make sure more people know and understand what their government is doing.”
“With Emily at the helm, we now have an engaging and authentic voice that matches our dedication to our community,” says Mayor Lester Miller. “She helps us reach more and more of the people we serve by creating content that truly resonates with people.”
In its press release announcing the winners, PR Daily wrote, “Beyond their professional accomplishments, these women are building stronger teams, mentoring emerging talent and creating new opportunities for others. Their leadership is influencing not only how organizations market their brands but also how the industry continues to evolve.”
To read more about her accomplishments and work with macon-Bibb County, click here.