| Victoria Harres 
I've been spending a lot of time recently going through year-end staff evaluations. And as I dig through my team's reports, I'm reminded of how much we accomplished in 2015 and the new responsibilities we tackled. As PR and marketing have evolved, so has our team here at PR Newswire. We're more digital and multi-talented. Things like social media and SEO strategy have become a part of everyone's job, not just the concern of a sole person. ICYMI: Check out the results of our #PRisNow survey to read more about public relations practitioners’ changing role. Of course, we've also done a lot of things that don't necessarily show up in those weekly reports. We've had babies, traveled the globe, given to local food pantries, volunteered with more non-profits than I can list, and helped each other succeed every day of 2015. Thus it was that during a recent communications team meeting, we started talking about what we wish to accomplish in the new year. Our discussion began around work topics, but quickly evolved – in both scope and size. We asked our colleagues across PR Newswire what was on their 2016 wish list, and have decided to highlight their answers below. I hope these wishes encourage you to not just stop and think about what is important to you, but also share what’s on your #2016wishlist. In the comments section below, tell us what you wish to accomplish in 2016 — whether it's work-inspired, family-inspired, or globally-inspired. Prefer to share your reply on social media? Post your answer with the hashtag #2016wishlist and be sure to tag @PRNewswire on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn. Answers in an image or video format are also welcome. We'll collect your replies over the next few weeks and then select some of them to feature in January. 
I wish to spend more time actively enjoying nature and less time staring at screens.
– Laurie Smith, CNW VP, Strategic Communications, Media and Audience Relations I wish to become the best (new) mom I can be and to raise a happy, healthy son in 2016.
– Chelsea Kiko, Events & Digital Coordinator I wish to pick up another language and volunteer for a non-profit organization dealing with migrant workers.
– Janice Tan, Audience Development Executive, PRN Asia I wish to buy my first home in 2016.
– Jamie Heckler, Senior Creative Manager I wish for increased maternal health awareness throughout the US in 2016.
– Ryan Hansen, Social Media Manager I wish to become a mentor and help someone take the next step in their professional development – just as my mentors have helped me.
– Amanda Hicken, Senior Manager, Strategic Content I wish to continue embracing a healthier lifestyle for my mind, body and soul.
– Melissa Meyer, CNW Communications Assistant I wish to meet all of PR Newswire's marketing team in person in 2016.
– Danielle Capriato, Strategic Communications Manager I wish to spend more time exploring more parts of the world.
– Eva Rohrmann, Director, Solutions & Customer Lifecycle Marketing I wish to continue working to have a better work life balance (setting manageable goals = better stress management).
– Joy Watkins, Senior Client Services Coordinator I wish to give back by doing more charity work in my community.
– Adrian Caulcutt, Solutions Marketing Manager – Platform Products I wish to design and launch a multichannel content program that drives awareness and engagement with our brand. And I wish for world peace.
– Annemaria Nicholson, Marketing Manager, Solutions & Customer Lifecycle I wish to have more memory-building moments with my kids.
– Joseph Murphy, Senior Customer Content Specialist I wish to impact people’s lives in a tangible way. I want to make some impact in the world that will make it better for generations to come.
– Rex Barkdoll, Implementer, Website Engagement I wish to finally get my webcomic Exiern published in trade paperback.
– Scott Hicken, Product Manager I wish to sponsor one poor child in India and help him/her with their education and medical needs.
– Asmita Singh, VP, Digital Experience & Marketing Optimization I wish for a year full of moments and memories with family and friends, and to bring some mindfulness to my work life, to seek more balance in what has to be done with the passions I want to pursue.
– Catherine Spicer, Customer Content Services Manager I wish to complete some of my “bucket list” items, including travelling more within the US.
– Danielle Ferris, Marketing Coordinator As for me, one of the things at the top of my #2016wishlist is to make a significant difference in one new person's life. Happy New Year, my friends, and please do share your wishes with us. We are looking forward to reading them! Victoria Harres is vice president, strategic communications and content at PR Newswire. She was the original twitterer on @PRNewswire and continues as part of that team. If she's not at her desk, you'll find her in the garden. | 
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