SOME WOMEN NAVIGATE THE WORLD WITH STYLE; EMILY PANTELIDES COMMANDS IT. AS THE FORCE BEHIND PALM BEACH’S LEADING PR FIRM, PANTELIDES PR & CONSULTING, EMILY’S ACCOLADES—WOMAN OF THE YEAR, YOUNG PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR, AND “THE ONE TO WATCH”—SPEAK VOLUMES. FROM HER DAYS AS A TV NEWS ANCHOR TO HER REIGN AS A PR POWERHOUSE, SHE’S DONE IT ALL, INCLUDING SPEARHEADING COUNTLESS CHARITABLE EVENTS.
There are women who simply navigate the world with style. Then, there are women who commandit. Emily Pantelides, the woman behind Palm Beach’s most influential PR firm, Pantelides PR & Consulting, is undoubtedly in the latter category. If you were to google her name, you'd be greeted with a string of accolades that might make anyone’s head spin: Woman of the Year, Young Professional of the Year and titles like, “The One to Watch.” Don’t even get started on the charitable events she's conceptualized and chaired (you might need a second coffee to get through the list). From television news anchor to PR mogul, Emily has done it all, and she’s done it with a fierce combination of grace, grit, and humor that keeps everyone around her guessing how she manages to juggle it all — with a smile on her face.A MORNING NEWS STAR’S LEAP INTO PREmily’s roots lie in the fast-paced world of television news, where she worked in multiple markets as a reporter and news anchor but it was her years spent as a beloved morning anchor in West Palm Beach, Florida that may be the most memorable. Yes, Emily was the face West Palm Beach woke up to at 4:30am—effort-lessly poised, offering the latest headlines, weather updates, and just the right balance of energy to kickstart the day. What many might not know is that behind those glowing, early-morning smiles, Emily was already strategizing her next big move. After 12 years in the cutthroat news industry, Emily decided to take the ultimate leap—she traded in her teleprompter for an entrepreneurial hat, leaving behind the camera lights for the spotlight of building her own PR empire. Emily saw a new challenge ahead: creating a public relations firm from scratch. With a diverse skill set honed from years of covering news stories, cultivating relationships, and understanding the nuances of public perception, she built a company that blends creativity, strategic thinking, and an unparalleled level of dedication to every client.
The accolades followed swiftly. From the South Florida Sun Sentinel’s nomination of her firm for “Workplace of the Year” to Florida Weekly’s recognition as “Best Up and Coming PR Firm,” Pantelides PR & Consulting quickly became the firm everyone in Palm Beach County wanted to work with. Let’s just say, if your business or event isn’t on her radar, you might want to reconsider your networking strategy.While many PR firms rely on the same old playbook, Emily has proven time and again that thinking outside the box isn’t just a strategy—it’s her way of life. Her creative approach to PR includes everything from high-profile campaigns to viral social media strategies, all while maintaining the professional charm and flair that keeps her clients at the top of their game. This year, Pantelides PR & Consulting celebrates 10 years in business. It’s something Emily never thought she would see. “I can’t believe we are celebrating 10 years as a company. It feels like yesterday when I was sitting in my living room wondering if I would have a life after TV news. 10 years to me is proof for me but also proof for all women that if you want something, don’t let anybody stop you. Just because you have a certain career track, you don’t have to stay there. There is such beauty in the pivot. A decade of controlling my own destiny has been truly life altering!”
Emily is Greek, having lived in Athens most of her life and she credits her international background for helping with that outside of the box thinking and for her ability to hire the best teams for her firm.What we noticed when we conducted this interview is something interesting; when Emily walks into a room, what you hear most is, “I know her!” instead of “Who’s that?” In the PR world, this is a rare and invaluable currency, and Emily’s extensive network is one of the main reasons her firm continues to thrive year after year.While building a PR empire and raising a family could be enough to keep anyone occupied, Emily’s true genius lies in her ability to balance it all—and then some. For Emily, success isn’t just about business; it’s about community. Emily has built a reputation as not only an incredible businesswoman but as a fierce advocate for charity and community engagement. Through her tireless work with non-profits like, Place of Hope, The American Red Cross, Quantum House, and the National Multiple Sclerosis Council, Emily has raised hundreds of millions of dollars for causes close to her heart. Emily conceptu-alizes, creates, and then chairs events that have become annual staples in the Palm Beach social calendar. From the Sugar Plums Dreams Brunch for Quantum House to the Furry Friends and Fancy Things event benefiting animal rescue, Emily doesn’t just attend charity events—she creates them.Her work with local organizations, including the Boys and Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County and the United Way Women’s Leadership Council, has garnered her nu-merous awards, including recognition as a “Magnificent Leader” by the Cancer Alliance for Help and Hope and a spot on the prestigious “Up and Comer” list by South Florida Business and Wealth. Emily says she wants to use her platform to make the world a better place.
Emily does all this while raising three children with her husband and balancing life with a rescue dog (which, knowing Emily, is probably the cutest dog in all of Palm Beach). She jokes about wanting a larger farm to house all the animals she’d love to adopt, but the reality is, Emily’s true superpower is in her ability to make everything look effortless—whether it’s running a thriving business or spending quality time with her family. Her ability to juggle multiple roles—shows that women really can have it all, if they approach it with tenacity and an occasional glass of wine (or two).From television news anchor to PR mogul, Emily Pantelides is a true Palm Beach icon. She continues to leave an indelible mark on Palm Beach. Her journey isn’t just about creating a successful PR business; it’s about crafting a legacy of impact, influence, and integrity. In a world that’s always changing, Emily’s brilliance lies in her ability to pivot, adapt, and—most importantly—help others succeed. When asked the simple question of how. Her answer is simple, she says, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”Whether she’s on TV, hosting a fundraising gala, or strategizing a client’s next big move, Emily Pantelides proves that when you put in the work, anything is possible. And she’s just getting started. Palm Beach is lucky to have her, and her next chapter? Well, we can only imagine how spectacular it will be.
