In this session, April Salter, APR, CPRC, will share tips to strengthen your crisis planning, whether you work for local government, a local business, corporation or nonprofit, or are a concerned community member. In addition to providing a crisis communications framework for any crisis, she will provide resources and private sector planning tools to be aware of in the event a natural or human-made disaster occurs in your community.
April is a veteran communicator during natural disasters and counsels CEO’s and teams during crises. She grew up in Key West, where hurricane planning was often ignored, and worked at a senior leadership level in state government when Hurricane Andrew hit Homestead as a Category 5 storm in 1992. April worked in both the private sector and local government in the aftermath of Hurricane Michael, a Category 5 storm that hit Mexico Beach in the panhandle in 2018. She pioneered the use of electronic billboards in emergencies in Florida during the 2004 hurricane season when the state was smacked by four different hurricanes within a six-week period. This practice is still used as a FEMA Best Practice case study. Most recently, April and the SalterMitchell PR team created and managed the state Department of Health’s COVID-19 website which has received more than 12 million visits since 2020.
April is the founder and CEO of SalterMitchell PR, an agency grounded in local communities in Florida. She is co-host and executive producer of the Fluent in Floridian podcast, which features the brightest leaders in the Sunshine State. She is a longtime member of FPRA and is currently the president of the Florida Public Relations Education Foundation.
Additional hurricane preparedness virtual sessions throughout the month of June will be announced soon.
*Zoom meeting link will be emailed the morning of the event.
During the Corporate Member Mixer, we will discuss the multi-faceted corporate environment as it relates to Communications. Topics will include everything from external and internal communications to investor relations, crisis, strategic planning and so much more!
It will be a fun discussion where we can all be open about our successes and our challenges and learn from one another. Open to FPRA members working in or interested in the corporate world. Moderated by Alyson Sologaistoa, APR, CPRC, Vice President of Public Relations, Universal Orlando Resort.
Open to FPRA members working by themselves, or interested in learning more about being a solo practitioner. Moderated by Michelle Bono of Bono Communications & Marketing, LLC. Register now to attend this mixer!
Have you ever perused the library of free, on-demand webinars available to you? Did you know you have access to a directory of all FPRA members’ contact information? Are you a new member wondering where to start or how to get more involved? Register for this session, and bring all your questions!
Capital Chapter Director of Membership Heather D. Johnson will share the many ways you can take advantage of your FPRA membership, both locally and statewide.
This presentation is especially designed for new or prospective members, but all members would benefit from attending.
This session is free. Please RSVP using the form below. After you complete your RSVP, you will be emailed a link to join the Zoom event.
Join us as we share best practices, challenges, innovations and lessons learned. Open to FPRA members working in, or interested in the field of education.
Moderated by Julie Frey, APR, CPRC, Director of Office of Careers and Corporate Partnerships at the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications. Register Now to attend this mixer.
It will be six months between our member mixers! Who’s ready for a day at the ballpark? Join us at LECOM Park as the Marauders take on the Dunedin Blue Jays
Join the Central West Coast chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association at the ballpark on June 8th. Travis Cornwell, Membership Director, has put together a fun summer evening together with giveaways and cold drinks. We hope to see you there!
The FPRA Capital Chapter APR Boot Camp is a three-day intensive workshop to assist candidates with completing the APR Questionnaire, prepare their Panel Presentation, and receive in-depth feedback through a group mock exam exercise.
This course is designed for busy professionals whose schedules don’t permit extensive preparation; however, it is highly encouraged that candidates have thorough knowledge of the APR Study Guide as this course is not for those just beginning their APR journey. Participation is limited to six (6) individuals. Refreshments and light snacks will be provided.
At the conclusion of the course, candidates will be better positioned for advancing the panel presentation, have an in-depth understanding on how to align their study efforts with the written examination, and be confident in their examination approach to achieve accreditation. Candidates will be responsible for requesting sitting for the examination process with their Chapter’s Director of Credentialing.
Candidate prerequisites:
Candidate must be a member of FPRA and/or a Universal Accreditation Board participating organization.
Provide copy of approved Examination for Accreditation in Public Relations Application with paid receipt for $385 examination fee. Please note that the APR examination fee is a separate fee from the Boot Camp fee.
Must bring own hard-copy or digital copy of APR Study Guide.
Must have APR Questionnaire completed but not necessarily finalized.
Must have Panel Presentation items assembled but not necessarily finalized.
Must bring own laptop.
Earning your APR shows your commitment to the PR profession, designates you as a competent PR leader, gives you an opportunity to challenge yourself and provides you with a professional designation that can be meaningful to both current and future employers.
This networking and workshop event will provide you all the details you need to make the decision to move forward with becoming an accredited PR professional.
We will help you break down the 4-step process:
1. Review and complete the Application.
2. Prepare and sit for a Panel Presentation.
3. Study for and complete a computer-based, proctored examination.
4. Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning through APR Renewal.
You will hear advice and tips from FPRA members who have earned their APR designation, and are excited to help you prepare.
Already have your APR? Then the next step is FPRA’s one-of-a-kind credential – Certified Public Relations Counselor (CPRC).
Join us to learn the importance of becoming certified and the tips to move forward.
Join the Treasure Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association for our June Membership Meeting, Thriving Amid Changes from AI!
We are excited to welcome Joel Davis from the Warrington College of Business at the University of Florida. During this presentation, he will discuss the changing business landscape with the emergence of AI tools in the workplace and its impact on employees.
Arrive early for a light continental breakfast. The networking session will begin at 9 a.m.
Location: IRSC Kight Center for Emerging Technologies
Admission: $20 FPRA Members | $25 Future Members
Please register by June 14, 2023, for a discounted rate. Same-day registration will incur an extra $5 charge.
Join the Volusia/Flagler Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, June 15 as Emma Reynolds, Community Engagement & Strategic Partnerships Officer from Brevard Zoo, presents about maximizing impact through strategic collaboration.
Attendees will learn about a project in the works at the Brevard Zoo named “Our Legacy: Protecting our natural resources, transforming our future.” The East Coast Zoological Society is embarking on a historic campaign to build a world-class Aquarium and Conservation Center on Florida’s East Coast. This will serve as a regional conservation hub with an emphasis on restoring our coastal ecosystems, including the Indian River Lagoon, rehabilitating sea turtles and manatees, and engaging children and families in conservation through fun, interactive, hands-on experiences further ensuring our quality of life continues for future generations.
The professional development luncheon will be held in the Dennis McGee Room at the Daytona Beach International Airport. Register by noon on June 12 at fpravf.org. Lunch is included in the cost of $30 for members, $40 for non-members, and $15 for students. Walk-ins are accepted but lunch is not guaranteed.
Join the Southwest Florida Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) and the PRSA Gulf Coast Chapter on Friday, June 16, from 8:30 – 11 a.m. for a comprehensive look at media training led by Holly Boldrin, APR, CPRC, Senior Director of Public Relations for Priority Marketing, followed by a media training reflection with Mary Briggs, APR, CPRC, system director for media relations at Lee Health.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet by Artichoke and Company while gaining valuable insights into mastering media interviews and coaching your team toward the art of effective communication. You will even have a chance to see a strategic media training session in action!
Friday, June 16th | 11:30 a.m. Hot buffet lunch served | 11:45 a.m. Leadership icebreaker | noon – 1 p.m. “Crisis Communication” by Wesley Wilcox and Starley Ard
Attend our June professional development meeting at the College of Central Florida; Ewers Century Center Strategic Planning Center (Building 40, Room 101)
Hot buffet lunch will be served starting at 11:30 a.m., Leadership ice-breaker starts at 11:45 a.m., and the one-hour program begins promptly at noon.
The cost to attend is $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.
Happy Pride Month! Join the Space Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association and 321 Millennials on Friday, June 16, at the Twister Rooster Bar in Melbourne, for a FREE happy hour mixer to celebrate our LGTBQ+ community and to learn more about how L3Harris plays an active role in driving an inclusive culture.
For the eighth consecutive year, L3Harris has been recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality” by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC). We’ll hear from Michael Champion, Melbourne CHQ Site Lead, for the Pride LGBTQ+ Resource Group for L3Harris Technologies who will be speaking to the group about how L3Harris promotes an inclusive, supportive and safe environment for all employees regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression in support of their commitment to global inclusion. Register today! See less
This half-day professional development conference features invaluable networking opportunities with Central Florida journalists and explores strategies to prepare spokespeople of all levels for media interviews. Also, learn how to create connections and WOW your audience, boost business through strategic brand partnerships, leverage ChatGPT and more.
Mercedes Soler is co-owner and President of Solmart Media, a Spanish radio and digital media company in Sarasota, Florida, founded with her husband Tomás Martínez.
Solmart Media’s core mission is to entertain, inform, educate and elevate its underserved community. Mercedes oversees editorial content, outreach, advocacy, marketing, public relations, productions for non-profits, internships and mentoring, and will showcase how her experiences has prepared her for all mediums in communications.
Join Melissa Agnes, founder and CEO of Crisis Ready Institute, author, and crisis communication expert, for a special FPRA webinar where she will discuss strategic and effective ways to manage controversial issues and crises.
Melissa will be a keynote at the upcoming FPRA Annual Conference. This webinar is your opportunity to get a glimpse into what Melissa will go in-depth on at Annual Conference.
Are you ready to “deploy?”
Ashley J. Giovannetti, will share tips on how communications professionals can prepare mentally and functionally to assist their agency – and potentially other agencies- when a disaster strikes. Crisis don’t often give us a heads up, or set aside time for lunch. Ashley will provide helpful insights to help you successfully “deploy” at a moment’s notice, including best items to pack in your go kit, how to find your place in a Joint Information Center and more.
When Ashley is not working as a communications projects coordinator for Pinellas County Government, she is a public affairs specialist for the Coast Guard Reserve. After eight years of active-duty service, she transitioned her public service to the local community and reserves.
Ashley has more than 12 years experience in crisis and disaster communications, including two major oil spills in California, Hurricanes Harvey, Maria, Matthew and Eta. Most recently she responded to Hurricane Ian as the Coast Guard’s PIO for the pollution response, after working the hurricane as the lead PIO for Pinellas County.
*Zoom meeting link will be emailed the morning of the event.
Join CWC-FPRA in Understanding Media Monitoring and Available Leading Platforms in Communication Technology with Elise Ramer, APR, CPRC
You are welcome to join us for the 2023 FPRA Gainesville Chapter Professional Development Symposium. The world of public relations can be daunting, but during the Symposium you will learn how you belong in our organization.
Join us for a half-day full of engaging speakers, networking opportunities and more.
Please join us for a casual summer social at Ology Brewing Company’s Power Mill location on Friday, June 30! Significant others/friends/non-members are welcome to attend with you. Cousins Maine Lobster Truck will also be at this Ology location from 4-8 p.m. serving food options.
If possible, we would love for all attendees to bring a non-perishable food donation with them. We will collect these items at the social and deliver them to Second Harvest of the Big Bend. Please see below for a list of Second Harvest’s most needed items:
– canned fruits
– vegetables
– canned meats (tuna, chicken)
– cereal
– hearty soup/stew
– peanut butter
Please RSVP to the social by Tuesday, June 27, so we can provide Ology with an accurate headcount!
Price
Members, Students, and Non-Members: FREE
Are you hearing all the talk about AI and wondering how it can apply in the field of communications? Well, the description you’re about to read was created using it (kind of).
The Florida Public Relations Association’s Southwest Florida Chapter is pleased to present an educational seminar on the topic of AI in communications, “AI-Powered Tools: What Do Public Relations Pros Need to Know?” Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly gaining popularity and is becoming an invaluable resource for public relations and marketing professionals. This seminar aims to provide a comprehensive overview of AI, its potential as a tool for PR professionals, and ethical and legal considerations when utilizing this resource in interactions with clients, consumers, staff and news media.
Register here.
Join us for an enlightening session from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 13 at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower that explores the dynamic world of AI in communications and equips you with the knowledge and ethical framework necessary to leverage this powerful resource effectively.
Featured Speakers:
John Joyce, owner of CRS Technology Consultants
Manny Gonzalez, senior director of web services at Priority Marketing
Mark Nieds, intellectual property law attorney and chair of the Intellectual Property Department at Henderson Franklin Starnes & Holt
Register now to secure your spot at this informative event!
Join Experience Kissimmee’s Public Relations team (Juliana Leveroni, Keri Burns) as they share the ins and outs of working with influencers and celebrities to reach international audiences. The team will highlight two recent campaigns: a partnership with Brazilian singer superstar Anitta, and a UK-based traditional family turned influencers, the Marsh family.
Learn what it takes to create a successful campaign with a high-level influencer, from the initial outreach, to negotiating the deal, the importance of working with key external partners, and staying flexible to keep the influencer’s authenticity while ensuring your brand stays at the forefront.
Join the Florida Public Relations Association for a timely and informative webinar about artificial intelligence (AI) from a PR and marketing communications perspective. Led by Space Coast Chapter past president and APR, Rebecca Emery, dive into the fast-paced world of generative AI, ChatGPT, and other game-changing software tools. Discover how AI can help automate and accelerate content generation for public relations, media relations, spokesperson preparedness, copywriting, social media, digital advertising, video/image generation, and competitive analysis. Learn strategies for ethical and responsible use of AI in the workplace and how to identify and respond to AI “deep fakes” from a reputation management standpoint. Gain insights for structuring and saving prompts, using plugins and workflow automation, and understanding the effect AI-powered web browsing will have on SEO moving forward. Join us for this unique deep dive into the fast-paced world of generative AI from a PR and communications perspective in order to work strategically, responsibly, and more efficiently with AI.
In the presentation, we will cover key topics such as the power of storytelling, the value of an influencer’s expanded reach to amplify messaging, the authenticity and credibility influencers cultivate with their audience providing PR agencies the opportunity to utilize and how data plays a crucial role in public relations and influencer marketing. Lastly, we will review crisis management and reputation repair regarding influencers playing vital roles in helping brands and businesses regain trust.
Takeaways
Both PR and influencer marketing share a common goal: to tell compelling stories that resonate with audiences.
Data is a crucial component of both PR and influencer marketing.
Public relations and influencer marketing forms a powerful alliance that has transformed the way brands communicate, engage, and build relationships with their audiences.
Amber Wilson of ESPN Radio joined the organization in 2019 and regularly appears across ESPN’s platforms and studio show coverage. She’s the host of ESPN Radio’s national, weekday show Joe & Amber, alongside Joe Fortenbaugh.
With her vast experience in TV and radio hosting, Amber has had no shortage of networking, constantly meeting new people in the field and cultivating relationships. Amber will relay what her experiences have been like through her medium, and how it may positively affect you and your professional goals.
In appreciation of our members, FPRA Jacksonville invites you to attend an evening of networking, as we start to celebrate our chapter year and prepare for the FPRA conference in August.
Enjoy drinks and appetizers as you reconnect with your FPRA Jacksonville family and we welcome new guests. There will be a drawing for a special prize.
Additional food and beverage can be purchased on individual tabs.
Join the Treasure Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association for our summer social event, Red, White, & Brews, at Hop Life Brewing Co. in Port St. Lucie!
All are welcome! We encourage all members, prospective members, and local PR professionals to join us for a wonderful evening of networking and fun. Bring a friend, your spouse, or a colleague to join in on the fun, too!
Hop Life offers a wide selection of beers brewed on site and has a delicious food menu featuring tacos, sandwiches, appetizers, and more. Visit www.hoplifebrewing.com to view the food menu and see what’s on tap.
This event is FREE! Attendees will be responsible for the cost of their food and beverage purchases.
We look forward to seeing everyone there and celebrating the spectacular year FRPA Treasure Coast has had!
Attend our July “State of the Ocala Chapter” meeting at the College of Central Florida; Ewers Century Center Strategic Planning Center (Building 40, Room 101)
Hot buffet lunch will be served starting at 11:30 a.m., Leadership ice-breaker starts at 11:45 a.m., and the one-hour program begins promptly at noon.
The cost to attend is $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.
Do you have crisis communication questions? Are there any holes in your crisis communication plan? Wish you could run it past an expert? Melissa Agnes is a recognized leading authority on crisis preparedness, reputation management and brand protection. She’s handled crisis situations and worked with NATO, Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Defense, financial firms, technology companies, healthcare organizations, cities and municipalities, law enforcement agencies, global non-profits, and many others, helping them understand risk and build invincible brands that can withstand even the most devastating of events. This is your opportunity to ask her anything. Pick Melissa’s brain on the crisis communication questions that you can’t find answers to anywhere else.
During this session, you will have the opportunity to ask Melissa questions. If you’d rather send your questions in advance, please send them to melanie@kscadvpr.com.
Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) is a new and exciting frontier in college sports, allowing student athletes to receive compensation for anything that identifies them, such as autograph signings, product endorsements, social media posts, and more.
The guidelines surrounding NIL in Florida have changed significantly since the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) first began allowing athletes to profit from their NIL in 2021. Florida recently amended its NIL law in Feb. 2023, removing restrictions that prohibited schools from facilitating NIL deals. The amended law also removed a provision requiring that NIL compensation only come from third parties unaffiliated with an athlete’s school.
Join the FPRA Capital Chapter and The Economic Club of Florida on July 27 at the FSU Alumni Association for a joint panel program on the impact of NIL. The panel – moderated by Hugh Tomlinson, the Director of Development & Planned Giving at Florida State University – will feature representatives from college athletic programs, a lawyer specializing in NIL, and a sports agent. Panelists will address questions including:
How will the issue of NIL earnings impact the landscape of college athletics?
How do student athletes identify brand partnerships?
How can public relations professionals support student athletes who are engaged in NIL deals?
What are the potential legal challenges or obstacles that may arise regarding college athletes earning money from NIL opportunities?
Lunch and networking will begin at 11:30 a.m., and the program will begin at noon.
Registration will open soon; stay tuned!
Save the date of July 27 for our social mixer at World of Beer, 5311 Avion Park Dr., Tampa from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. We hope you will join us for a fun, casual evening of networking, food and drinks as you get to know fellow FPRA Tampa Bay members!
Grab your favorite cup of coffee and get inspired during this Coaching & Coffee seminar, featuring insights from Brian Ososky, marketing director for the Fort Myers – Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods.
During this virtual program, Ososky will share the VCB’s strategic and creative approach to tourism marketing, reflecting on its response to marketing the region in the weeks and months after Hurricane Ian and looking ahead at what’s in store for the remainder of 2023 and beyond.
FPRA’s Annual Conference is a four-day event packed full of nationally recognized keynote speakers, breakout sessions, networking and social opportunities. This highly anticipated conference is the capstone of the year for FPRA members, and it’s the perfect introduction to the Association for nonmembers. In addition, FPRA’s annual Golden Image Awards Gala is held during the Annual Conference, recognizing the outstanding work of PR professionals across the state of Florida.
Full details of the 2023 FPRA Annual Conference will be released soon, but you can register now for this unmatched professional development experience.
Please join us on August 17 as we honor our chapter’s Past Presidents, recognize our outgoing Board of Directors for their contributions this year and install our 2023-2024 FPRA Gainesville board.
Wendy Crites Wacker, APR, CPRC, incoming president of the Florida Public Relations Association, will join us to install the new Board of Directors and share her theme for the year. Wendy is vice president of marketing and communications for Raumedic Inc., a manufacturer of customized products for the medical technology & pharmaceutical industries.
Networking starts at 11:30 a.m. and the program begins at noon.
Join the Volusia/Flagler Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) for an insightful event on thought leadership. We are delighted to have Jennifer Roberts, owner of Back Porch Communications, as our guest speaker.
In this engaging presentation, Jennifer will shed light on the trending topic of thought leadership and share valuable insights on how to encourage leaders (or yourself) to be the boss of your brand. Thought leadership is all about expressing ideas that showcase your expertise in a particular field, area, or topic. Many executives and business leaders aspire to become thought leaders in their respective fields.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge and network with industry professionals. The professional development luncheon will take place on Thursday, August 17 at 11:30 a.m. The event will be held in the Dennis McGee Room at the Daytona Beach International Airport.
To secure your spot, make sure to register by noon on August 14 at fpravf.org. The registration fee is $30 for members, $40 for non-members, and $15 for students. Lunch is included in the cost. Please note that walk-ins are accepted, but lunch is not guaranteed.
Come join us for an enriching event that will enhance your understanding of thought leadership and its impact on personal and professional growth. We look forward to seeing you there!
Please join us for our Best of Show event banquet! Here, we will celebrate the year’s events and welcome the chapter’s new slate of officers.
Awards and recognitions will be presented, food will be served, and our past presidents will “pass the gavel” to the incoming 23-24 chapter president Lindsay Tozer, FCRM!
Registration for the event will cost $30 per person.
If you have questions about this event, please contact Greg Davis at (352) 246-2278.
If you have pre-paid, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com.
Can’t make it to state conference? We’re bringing one of the wonderful conference speakers to you! Dr. Patricia Whalen will present “Ethics in Public Relations – Is it an Oxymoron?” Dr. Whalen will review key ethical concepts to help public relations professionals drive ethical behavior in their organizations. Using current examples from today’s headlines, she makes the case that poor ethical decision making drives most of today’s PR crises and demonstrates how public relations practitioners can guide an organization to do the right thing. The presentation will help PR practitioners reflect on personal and professional conduct and identify value systems based on sound philosophical principles and professional codes of ethics.
APRs can earn 0.5 CEUs by attending this program, which is half the 1 CEU required in Ethics Training.
Incoming board members will also be installed at this event for the 2023-2024 chapter year, which begins in September.
Lunch will include sandwich varieties, salad, chips and assorted desserts. A vegetarian option will be provided. If you have a dietary restriction or allergy, please email Melissa.Gulvin@WaterMatters.org and we will accommodate your need.
Save the date for our annual Leadership Celebration and 2023-2024 Board Installation! Join us at Proof Brewing Company on South Monroe Street for appetizers, beverages, and camaraderie with your fellow PR professionals as we celebrate the past year and look forward to the next.
Agenda:
Year in Review – Chapter President, Holly Brooks
Chapter Awards (New Member of the Year, Member of the Year, Communicator of the Year, President’s Award) – Carla Brown Lucas, Chapter President-Elect and Holly Brooks, Chapter President
State FPRA President’s Message – Wendy Crites Wacker, APR, CPRC
2023-2024 Board Installation – Wendy Crites Wacker, APR, CPRC and 2023-2024 Officers & Board Members
Passing of the Gavel – Past chapter presidents in attendance
New President’s Address – Carla Brown Lucas
Join us as we welcome FPRA State Executive Committee Member, Jenny Tomes, APR, to install the 2023/24 Space Coast FPRA Board.
Come out and network with PR professionals from around the county and meet your new Board of Directors. Free for current members and $10 for non-members.
Enjoy one free drink on us!
Join us for the FPRA Orlando Area Chapter’s annual end-of-year celebration and board installation breakfast program. We’re excited to recognize the dedication of our outgoing board of directors, announce the winners of our annual membership awards, including the Dr. Bob Davis “Unsung Hero” Award and Member of the Year Award, and welcome the chapter’s new leaders for the 2023-2024 year. Plus, incoming FPRA state president, Wendy Crites Wacker, APR, CPRC, will share her vision for the year ahead. Registration includes a breakfast buffet.
Parking spaces are available in the Historic Dubsdread Ballroom’s paved lot.
If you have any questions about this event, please reach out to us at fpraorlando@gmail.com.
Don’t miss one of the most exciting events of the CWC year! This event includes installation of the 2023-2024 CWC Board, chapter awards, and a visit from incoming FPRA State President Wendy Crites Wacker, APR, CPRC
FPRA’s Executive Committee is holding its annual retreat right here in Sarasota. Come to this mixer to network with your fellow FPRA members and get to know the association’s executive committee leaders. First round is on the Central West Coast Chapter!
Join the Northwest Florida Coast Chapter of the FPRA on Tuesday, September 19th from 12 PM – 1 PM CST for our September Professional Development Webinar, Remember Your Internal Audience: Tapping into a Marketing Pro’s Most Important Demographic, presented by Corey Dobridnia, PIO for the Walton County Sheriff’s Office.
An award-winning Public Information Officer, Corey Dobridnia is currently employed at the Walton County Sheriff’s Office. In a past life, Dobridnia worked as the weekend anchor for WMBB, an ABC Affiliate out of Panama City covering Tyndall Air Force Base, Naval Support Activity Panama City and more.
Dobridnia graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with a bachelor’s degree in communication and earned a master’s degree from Florida State University, Panama City in corporate and public communication. ERAU was also where she lettered in women’s volleyball.
In 2017, Dobridnia was dually named Public Information Officer of the Year by the Florida Law Enforcement Public Information Officer’s Association and the Florida Association of Public Information Officers. In 2018, Dobridnia received the PIO Deployment Team Mobilization Award after deploying to help public agencies following Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Michael. In 2020, Walton County Sheriff’s Office was a finalist for Government Social Media’s Golden Post Awards for Best Instagram Presence.
This professional development webinar is FREE for members/students and $30 for nonmembers. The Zoom link for the webinar will be emailed to you prior to the webinar.
Join us for an evening to network with FPRA Jax members and guests!
FPRA Jacksonville is kicking off its new year and invites you to attend an evening of networking, as we start to celebrate the upcoming chapter year.
Enjoy drinks and appetizers as you reconnect with your FPRA Jacksonville family and we welcome new guests.
Additional food and beverage can be purchased on individual tabs. Golf not included in tickets – but can be reserved separately through Top Golf.
The Dick Pope/Polk County Chapter of the FPRA will hold its monthly professional development meeting and a special “Passing of the Gavel” in honor of our DP/PC Chapter past presidents during a gavel-passing ceremony. With each gavel pass, members are reminded of FPRA’s rich history and the long line of leaders who dedicated their careers to furthering the public relations profession. Join us in the celebration of our future with the installation of our new 2023 – 2024 DP/PC Chapter board.
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Media Summit
Thursday, September 21, 2023
8:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
FPRA Pensacola Lunch & Learn
Balancing Act: Work/life blend and cultivating healthy habits
Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023 at 11:30 a.m.
The Bowden Building – UWF Historic Trust
120 Church Street, Pensacola, FL 32502
Join us on Sept. 21 as we hear from Nicole Webb Bodie about work/life blend and cultivating healthy habits
oin the Treasure Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association for our Annual Awards Celebration and Installation of Officers on Thursday, September 21, 2023.
Chapter President Jennifer Trefelner, APR, CPRC, looks forward to celebrating the thriving year the chapter has had and recognizing the individuals who played a vital role in its success. Special guest and incoming State President Wendy Crites Wacker, APR & CPRC, will also make a special appearance to discuss her goals and vision for the upcoming year at FPRA, including her selected theme: Focus Forward!
Wendy will also oversee the installation of the new 2023-2024 Board of Directors, who will serve under the direction of the incoming Chapter President Jennifer Harris. Don’t miss our second-ever passing of the gavel!
Bring an appetite, as lunch will be served during this celebratory event!
Location: IRSC Kight Center for Emerging Technologies
The Florida Public Relations Association’s Capital Chapter hosts ER for PR every year. It’s an opportunity for nonprofits without full-time public relations staff to receive 90 minutes of counseling free of charge. The event includes a 30-minute education session for nonprofits followed by a 90-minute counseling session with a medic.
Special thank you to Florida Health Care Association and MillCreek Financial Consultants for sponsoring this year’s event!
WANTED: Public Relations “Medics” for the 2023 ER for PR event!
Help give back to our local community by volunteering to be a “medic” at ER for PR. You will be paired with a local nonprofit and will have 90 minutes to counsel them on best practices and ways to implement public awareness campaigns, special events or media relations strategies.
If you are interested in serving as an ER for PR medic, please email michael@liquidcreativestudio.com. Your participation is critical to the success of this event!
Start your Friday off right – with a cup of coffee (or your morning beverage of choice!) and some great insight into the PR industry. RSVP for free to hear our top takeaways from this year’s FPRA Annual Conference, including:
The impact of AI on the PR industry
How to be crisis-ready
New insight into the PESO model (Paid, Earned, Shared and Owned)
And more!
Don’t forget to invite a friend or colleague in the field. We hope to see you there!
Friday, Sept 15th | 11:30 a.m. Hot buffet lunch served | 11:45 a.m. Leadership icebreaker | noon – 1 p.m. State of the Chapter message and Professional Development meeting
Attend our September professional development meeting with our Chapter President, Lindsay Tozer, FCRM for our inaugural State of the Chapter meeting held at our new location – Taylor College; 2531 East Silver Springs Blvd. in Ocala, FL! Citrus County – In-person meetings will be held at a local county building. Stay tuned for the location confirmation. Special thanks to the Citrus County for helping to coordinate logistics!
This meeting will update existing members and future members on the current state of the Ocala Chapter, serving both Citrus and Marion Counties. This meeting is intended to answer questions and get a grip on event topics and ideas that would service our members and future members. So come with your ideas and share what will help our chapter grow and be successful!
Hot buffet lunch will be served starting at 11:30 a.m., Leadership ice-breaker starts at 11:45 a.m., and the one-hour program begins promptly at noon.
Join us in recapping this year’s conference, which was held August 6-9 in Orlando! You will hear conference highlights and key takeaways from top industry leaders. This luncheon will also celebrate honorees of the Golden Image Awards and will include a past president’s passing of the gavel – something you won’t want to miss! You will also get a chance to connect with our newly appointed 2023-2024 Leadership Team.
Grab your coffee and join FPRA Tampa Bay to hear what trends in public relations may be coming to your workplace in the next year. We’ll discuss AI, economic instability, the social media shift, and more. A Zoom meeting link will be sent to those registered the morning of the event.
Investor Relations 101
Today’s public relations professionals wear many hats and are often asked to lead other disciplines for their companies. One such discipline is Investor Relations, which involves publicly traded companies communicating with investors, shareholders, government authorities and the financial community. Unlike regular public relations practices, investor relations practices have significantly more regulatory requirements than standard public relations, with potential legal and financial impacts.
Join FPRA Orlando to learn the basics of investor relations from the leaders of this discipline at Darden Restaurants.
lliott McLaughlin, Key Account Director / Team Lead, PHMG
Bahh bummm! You know it, Netflix’s iconic sonic brand. But have you ever thought about how audio can craft a more succinct and lasting communications message? Follow along with PHMG, a global audio branding agency, as they champion case studies with fellow FPRA member businesses like Premier Sotheby’s International Realty and Waste Pro to reveal their positive ROI with audio rebranding campaigns.
Join the Volusia/Flagler Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) for a fall networking social at Copperline Coffee + Café in Port Orange. This social will take place at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 28.
The Copperline Coffee + Cafe venue in Port Orange will provide a fitting backdrop for the “Celebrating the New Year” Social and will include coffee tastings to symbolize the embracing of a new year with renewed energy.
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet Wendy Crites Wacker, the new FPRA State President as well as the incoming Board of Directors for the Volusia/Flagler Chapter. Wendy will hold a board induction as well as share her vision and goals for the 2023-2024 year.
Both members and non-members are invited to this event. Ticket includes coffee tasting, appetizers, and a champagne toast!
Join us at Unfiltered Bartow to catch up with your fellow FPRA members!
As a multilingual public relations professional with more than 25 years of experience, Joel Staley, Founder & CEO of JCS Communications, is an expert at training c-suite executives and brand spokespersons to deliver effective media interviews, public speeches and sales presentations.
Here are a few of the things you’ll learn from Joel’s presentation:
The tell-tale signs that a spokesperson needs additional training
The situations that require additional training for any spokesperson, including experienced ones
The elements that constitute an excellent media or presentation training
Teaching techniques that help senior leaders accept the counsel and coaching given during media or presentation training.
Join us Tuesday, Oct. 10 at Celebration Pointe for our quarterly Pop-Up PR! We’ll be networking and mingling in the Promenade between Spurrier’s Gridiron Grille and MidiCi The Neapolitan Pizza Company!
If you’re on the fence about renewing or starting a membership, this is your opportunity to get PeRsonal with FPRA!
For attendees, enjoy a special offer from MidiCi, The Neapolitian Pizza Company! Twenty-five percent off food, dine in or carry out during the event!
Join the NWFL Coast Chapter for our first networking event of the new chapter. Mix and mingle with our members and learn more about FPRA.
Axia Public Relations CEO and Managing Partner Jason Mudd will share how his firm uses artificial intelligence (AI) and several best practices you can apply to your organization’s communications toolbox.
The Jacksonville Business Journal highlighted Mudd this year after the World Communications Forum Association (WCFA) named him the best public relations leader in North America for 2023: bit.ly/3t26wxA
Friday, Oct 13th | 11:30 a.m. Hot buffet lunch served | 11:45 a.m. Leadership icebreaker | noon – 1 p.m. Professional Development meeting
Attend our October professional development meeting with Olana Osborn of Olana Films at our new location – Taylor College; 2531 East Silver Springs Blvd. in Ocala, FL! Citrus County – In-person meetings will be held at a local county building. Stay tuned for the location confirmation. Special thanks to the Citrus County for helping to coordinate logistics!
Meet our featured speaker! Olana Osborn is widely known across social platforms as “Olana Films,” this Instagram-handle-turned-business is Olana’s full-time job…regularly creating video content for National brands like Wrangler and Cowgirl Magazine. With more than eight years of professional experience, Olana is also an educator for creators in all niches, training them to shoot and edit for social media. She is a passionate, driven creator whose goal is to equip businesses with the tools they need to connect with valuable customers in order to grow.
Join the FPRA Lake Chapter for their board installation and a presentation on leadership from Roy Reid, APR, CPRC.
Building an online community with a small budget can be challenging, but doable with strategy and consistency. In 2016, Vicky started Instagramers of Plant City and has grown it to almost 10,000 followers without spending any money. She’s excited to share her favorite social media strategies and advice to help strengthen your online presence.
Takeaways:
Organically build your online community
The importance of social listening, testing, & research
Useful social media tools & practices
Join the Treasure Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association for our October Membership Meeting, The Art of Storytelling!
As a PR professional, you probably tell stories every day, but are you considering the right questions when crafting them? Darden Restaurants’ Senior VP of Communications, Justin Sikora, will share how to create and tell stories effectively to both internal and external audiences along with key learnings from his career telling stories for various brands, including Darden, Time Warner (DC Entertainment), and Unilever’s AXE and Dove brands.
He will explore what makes a memorable story, how great stories can be told with clarity to various audiences, and what level of creativity helps or hinders important messages.
Arrive early for refreshments and a chance to network. The meeting will begin at 11:30 a.m.
Thank you to our event sponsors, Clear SEM Solutions!
Join the FPRA Capital Chapter on Thursday, October 19, to explore the transformative concept of “trans-creation” in the realm of public relations with Claudia Machado, Program Manager for Mothers Against Drunk Driving Florida & Puerto Rico.
During the session, you’ll learn how to move beyond traditional translations and delve into the art of crafting culturally relevant brand narratives and messaging for today’s diverse and interconnected audiences.
We will uncover strategies and insights necessary to help you adapt and resonate with different cultural nuances and sensitivities, fostering stronger connections and authentic engagement. Discover how trans-creation can be a game-changer in enhancing your PR efforts, enabling you to build meaningful relationships with diverse stakeholders in our ever-evolving global landscape.
The program will begin at 11:30 a.m. with lunch and networking, and the presentation will begin promptly at noon.
Please RSVP using the form below. You will then be taken to a PayPal page.
𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻 𝘂𝗽𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗙𝗣𝗥𝗔 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗮/𝗙𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿.
👤 Guest Speaker: Chris Gent
📊 Topic: Crisis Communications: Mastering the Art of Preparedness
📅 When: Thursday, October 19 at 11:30 a.m.
📍 Where: Daytona International Airport – Dennis McGee Room
Prepare your organization for the unexpected with insights on proactive crisis management. Learn to establish strong communication channels, craft crisis response plans, and safeguard your reputation. Be ready to confidently face any crisis.
Don’t miss this chance, 𝗥𝗦𝗩𝗣 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆!
Join the Northwest Florida Coast Chapter of the FPRA on Tuesday, October 24th from 12 PM – 1 PM CST for our October Professional Development Webinar, Keep it 100: Upskilling PR in the AI Era, presented by Michelle Hayes Uhlfelder, CEO and Founder of Cherrytop – a brand new marketing and PR boutique agency.
Step up your PR game with “Keep it 100: Upskilling PR in the AI Era” presented by Cornell University Marketing AI certified expert Michelle Hayes Uhlfelder. This webinar promises to give you a fresh take on AI’s impact on PR as Michelle unpacks a practical toolbox of AI-driven techniques perfect for both AI rookies and seasoned pros. Come ready to learn, innovate, and level up your PR strategies in this tech-savvy age.
Join us for our Headshot Mixer
Network with fellow PR professionals and get to know more about our Space Coast Chapter at this fun, after-hours event.
Date: Wednesday, October 25th, 2023
Time: 5:30-7:00 PM
Location: REC 225 in Cocoa Village
Members who renew their membership or join FPRA will receive a FREE headshot courtesy of an open-air photobooth. A complimentary drink ticket is included!
join us for a night of networking and fun at the FPRA SWFL Happy Hour on Thursday at 5 pm! 🥂 We can’t wait to see you at Flock Wine Bistro in Fort Myers. 🍷 Let’s raise a glass and connect with fellow PR professionals in Southwest Florida!
Let’s celebrate our launch in South Florida! Come eat, drink, network, and learn how you can enhance your career through FPRA!
Join us to learn how to integrate Hispanic cultural strategy into your campaigns and build relationships with Hispanic media. Public relations practitioners should be integrating Hispanic cultural strategy in their everyday campaigns as the Latino population continues to climb and becomes a majority group in many areas.
One major aspect of that work is to include Spanish-language media and their audiences in media relations outreach. Join us for a program with José Luis Dieppa, FPRA member and external communications manager at AdventHealth, on how to make a cultural connection and build relationship with Hispanic media.
José Luis Dieppa is an award-winning public relations professional and former journalist with experience in the fields of hospitality, tourism, healthcare, commercial development, engineering and non-profit. He has strong relationships with multicultural media and influencers on local and national levels and across many industries. José Luis is an Emmy-nominated journalist with over a decade of experience and extensive background in television news, local and national. He has worked in both English and Spanish mediums, including, NBC News, Spectrum News 13, Fox News and Univision.
*Please email your boxed lunch selections and any dietary restrictions or allergies to Melissa.Gulvin@WaterMatters.org. Lunch includes a sandwich or wrap, chips, cookie and drinks. Sandwich selections are: A) Oven Roasted Turkey Sandwich; B) Chicken Caesar Wrap; C) Tuna Salad Sandwich; D) Veggie Sandwich. Chip selections are: E) Baked Lays; F) BBQ; G) Salt & Vinegar; H) Sea Salt; I) Jalapeno. Cookie selections are: J) Chocolate Chip; K) Red Velvet.
**Ticket sales end and lunch orders are due by Monday, Oct. 23, at 6 p.m.
Join us for an evening of networking and fun! 🌟
The Ocala Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association invites you to our Social Mixer at Infinite Ale Works. Whether you’re a seasoned FPRA member or a curious newcomer, this is your chance to connect, learn, and unwind in style.
🗓️ Date: October 27th
🕕 Time: 6 p.m.
📍 Venue: Infinite Ale Works
🤩 What to Expect:
> Engaging Conversations with PR Pros
> Insights into FPRA’s World
> Delicious Beverages at Infinite Ale Works
> Networking in a Relaxed Atmosphere
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to discover the power of FPRA and expand your professional network. We hope to see you there!
Join us for our very first “Coffee Talks” on Wednesday, Nov. 1!
Coffee Talks is a new networking series where we bring guests in to speak about communications practices for the first half hour and network for the second half. No presentations, just discussions and conversations. Who better to start the series off than Mike Mills, Symmetry Coffee’s Owner, who will share the preparation and promotion details behind the location move.
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, Nov. 1
🕕 Time: 8 – 9 a.m.
📍 Venue: Symmetry Coffee and Crepes (at their NEW location)
To reserve your seat around the coffee table, please email fpraocalachapter@gmail.com or contact Greg Davis.
We hope to see you there!
Join us for a morning of conversation, networking and breakfast with media representatives from across our region … and beyond.
Don’t miss CWC-FPRA’s most popular event of the year, during which we can engage with, learn from and make valuable connections with our friends in the media: TV, print, radio, and blog/vlog/podcast. We will share details about our honored guests in the coming weeks – keep an eye out on our public and members-only Facebook pages and LinkedIn.
All attendees will receive a media database spreadsheet with local and regional contacts for print, TV, radio and online outlets!
𝓔𝔁𝓬𝓲𝓽𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓐𝓷𝓷𝓸𝓾𝓷𝓬𝓮𝓶𝓮𝓷𝓽 | 𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗔 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯
We’re thrilled to unveil our Keynote Speaker for Media Day 2023, and it’s none other than the legendary News Reporter 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐳.
With a career spanning over 39 years, Claire has covered some of the most significant events and stories of our time, earning the respect and admiration of colleagues and viewers alike.
Join us as Claire Metz shares her insights, experiences, and the invaluable wisdom she’s gained throughout her career.
Save the Date: Thursday, November 9, 2023
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Volusia County Beach Safety Headquarters, Daytona Beach
This is a rare opportunity to hear from a true legend in the industry, so mark your calendars and spread the word! Stay tuned for more details on the event schedule, registration, and other exciting surprises in store.
Registration Now Open, Visit: https://lnkd.in/euRnGdga
Join us at Hillcrest Coffee to catch up with your fellow FPRA members!
The Florida Public Relations Association Lake County Chapter presents “Innovative Communications: Using Digital Tools to Reach Your Audience” with Devon Chestnut, APR, CPRC.
Learn about new and innovative tools to effectively communicate with your audiences.
Why it matters: For many, the workspace has changed and effectively communicating with remote or hybrid employees is more critical than ever.
Learn about digital tools and platforms to build newsletters, infographics, presentations, communities and more.
Walk away with ideas on how you can enhance or develop your communication tactics.
Target Audience: Anyone who is responsible for communicating with internal or external audience, especially via electronic communication tools. Especially helpful for those looking for communication tools that provide rich reporting metrics.
Location and Time
Networking and breakfast will begin at 7:30 a.m. followed by the speaker presentation. We will be ordering Cracker Barrel breakfasts.
This FPRA Lake meeting with be in the Health Sciences Center, Conference Room 116, at Lake-Sumter State College at 9501 US Hwy. 441, Leesburg, Florida.
Throughout her career, Katie has had the opportunity to work within private and public organizations, working to ‘change the narrative’ around the brand, product or community. Hear about the projects she has worked on over her career as well as get an update on what’s happening now to communicate a vision for the future of Lakeland.
Takeaways:
Branding process
Gathering community support
Communicating Lakeland’s Potential
Since the career landscape is constantly evolving, it’s clear that Communications and PR professionals need to adapt quickly. No matter where you are on your career journey – at the very beginning, pursuing a promotion or a new role, pondering the switch between corporate and agency life, or a seasoned professional seeking something new and meaningful – you will benefit from this lively discussion and advice from our top-notch panelists.
How can you use LinkedIn and other social media tools to your advantage? How do you build your personal brand? What is the best way to network with a recruiter?
PR professionals are experts at pitching stories on behalf of our clients. How can we shine the best light on our own accomplishments and career goals?
Lunch and networking begin at 11:30 am. The panel begins at noon.
Street parking is available around the building. Attendees may also park in the Parramore parking garage with a $5 virtual parking pass.
New members from all chapters are invited to attend a new member orientation noon-1 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Nov. 15, to learn more about the association and how to make the most of your membership.
Not a new member, but are interested? You are invited too.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to win the Dick Pope All Florida Golden Image Award, the highest award one can receive at the Golden Image Awards? You’re in luck! The 2023 recipient will walk attendees through the winning campaign during FPRA’s November webinar. City of Port St. Lucie Communications Director Sarah Prohaska and her team only had a few obstacles to overcome when the city’s trash collection service failed: a lawsuit for breach of contract, complaints on social media and negative media coverage to name a few.
You’ll learn:
• The components of an award-winning communications plan
• How to build trust with community members
• What the city did to come in under budget and show ROI
• How they executed in a short timeframe
• Bonus: How it feels to hold that huge pyramid!
End the work day with Trails 🌳 and Cocktails 🍹
Sponsored by TLK Communications, join FPRA Jacksonville for a glimpse of the LaVilla Link segment of the Emerald Trail (opening January 2024). Learn how the 30-mile Emerald Trail, an initiative through Groundwork Jacksonville, will be transformative for Jacksonville and throughout Northeast Florida.
After the open air tour, we will journey to River & Post for cocktails, conversation and appetizers. Members will receive one free drink while non-members are welcome to purchase their own beverage.
Did you know? Once completed in 2030, the Emerald Trail’s 30-mile network of bicycle and pedestrian trails will connect Downtown Jacksonville to 14 historic neighborhoods, 16 schools, two colleges and 21 parks.
FREE for FPRA Members – $15 Non-members
Did you hear the news? The Sunrise Theatre recently rang in its centennial anniversary with a speakeasy celebration. The fundraising event was a roaring good time – what a way to celebrate 100 years of bringing the best in live entertainment to downtown Fort Pierce!
On August 1, 1923, R.N. Pop Koblegard opened the doors of this beautiful 1,200-seat venue, which has been a testament to his vision as Fort Pierce, at the time, was a town of just 2,000 people. Today, the theatre serves over 85,000 patrons and guests annually through its shows, events, and programs on the Treasure Coast.
Join the Treasure Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association for our November Membership Event as we take an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of this historic site – and get a glimpse into the making of the remarkable 100-year celebration event, led by the visionaries who crafted every magical moment!
Arrive early for refreshments and a chance to network. The tour will begin at 9 a.m.
Please join us on November 16 as we hear from Sarah Sain, Vice President of Content Services for Naylor Association Solutions. Sarah will be sharing about Naylor’s Communications Gap Analysis and their efforts to help develop a stronger communications strategy.
Networking starts at 11:30 a.m. and the program begins at noon.
Paramount Grill is located at 12 SW 1st Ave., Gainesville, Florida.
For more information, call Shelby Martin at 941-600-4536 or email shelby.martin@ffbf.org
Directions to Paramount Grill: The restaurant is located one block west (toward the University of Florida) of the intersection of SE 1st Avenue and Main Street.
Parking: Metered parking is available in the lot adjacent to the Paramount Grill. There is also a parking garage one block west of the Paramount Grill at the intersection of SW 1st and SW 2nd Avenue.
Join us on November 16 at Gulf Coast Kid’s House for “The Power of Video in PR,” presented by Chris Jadallah of Calliope Films.
Chris is a working DP and Director. Currently he owns Calliope Films. He is the creator of the sketch comedy troupe, Kitty Get a Job. Chris has over 12 years of professional directing and DP experience not counting his first short film screening held in his leaving room at age 5. During his professional career, he has worked on national and regional commercials, documentaries, reality TV, short films, sketch comedy, web vidoes, brand videos and music vidoes. Calliope Films has also secured a working relationship with A&E working on shows like cold Case files and Interrogation Raw. Chris started as a freelancer and still works as freelance DP/Director but quickly saw the demand to be more as his client base grew. Thus in 2015 Calliope Films was born.
Join us on Zoom on Thursday, November 16, to learn how to effectively manage hybrid teams with Mark Mohammadpour, APR, Fellow PRSA.
As business leaders in recent years, we have evolved how we manage our in-house and agency teams in a virtual environment. We’ve had to learn new techniques to communicate with our teams, give more grace, and redefine how we balance our personal and professional lives. Recent data suggests that employees who trust their managers, teammates, and leaders are more likely to absorb organizational change. One way to establish trust is to be more transparent about previously undocumented work expectations.
Designing a set of norms to set boundaries around work expectations and generate buy-in from your teams will show leadership, demonstrate that you care about their well-being, and ultimately see a reduction in employee turnover, which will positively impact your firm, consultancy, or company.
The world of PR extends far beyond media releases and external campaigns; it begins from within the very heart of an organization. Join Johanna Santana, Head of Internal Communications at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment and explore the power of internal communications in shaping companies, culture, and external perception. Discover the pivotal role of the “I” in the “PESO” model, for a complete 360-degree communications approach. And learn the art of curating a vibrant internal environment that not only informs but also inspires.
$10 for members and students | $20 for non-members
🔗 https://bit.ly/498EeSv
How do you build your brand and your audience through compelling storytelling? Learn how the University of South Florida, one of the nation’s top 50 public universities and member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), engages students and alumni, donors and community members through strategic multi-media stories that excite, delight and touch hearts. Dan Caterinicchia, USF’s interim vice president and chief marketing officer, will share tips on elevating your organization with some lively storytelling of his own.
*Attendees will be provided with a complimentary parking pass for the event.
**Lunch is included with ticket.
The world of PR extends far beyond media releases and external campaigns; it begins from within the very heart of an organization. Join Johanna Santana, Head of Internal Communications at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment and explore the power of internal communications in shaping companies, culture, and external perception. Discover the pivotal role of the “I” in the “PESO” model, for a complete 360-degree communications approach. And learn the art of curating a vibrant internal environment that not only informs but also inspires.
WEBINAR via Zoom
Date: November 16
Time: 12:00-1:00 PM
Special Thanks to our Professional Development Meeting sponsor: Taylor College!
Friday, Nov 17 | 11:30 a.m. lunch served | 11:45 a.m. Chapter updates | noon – 1 p.m. Professional Development meeting
Attend our November Professional Development meeting with Kimberly Fowler, MAMC, for “How to Shoot Video like a Pro”. We will be meeting at Taylor College (2531 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34470).
The cost to attend is $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.
If you have pre-paid, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com.
We’ve all been there. The holidays are here, and work is piling up. Staying cool, calm and collected during the holidays is crucial for your mental health. Fortunately Health and Wellness expert, Nicole Michaelson is here to guide you. Nicole has worked in the Health & Wellness realm for the past 20 years. Nicole’s passion is to bring wellness and mindfulness to those who might not realize they need it. Nicole is currently the Lee County Wellness Expert running wellness programming for over 4,000 Lee County employees.
Register for a webinar you won’t want to miss! When a crisis occurs, how should we adjust our PR efforts?! Learn this and more next week with Megan Paquin, APR, CPRC.
If you are an FPRA member, please RSVP to southfloridafpra@gmail.com.
If you’ve been considering getting your Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) then we hope you will join us on Nov. 30 for an informational session on our FREE 10-week comprehensive APR study course for members this January.
Get ready to sleigh the holiday season in your ugliest Christmas sweater! Join us at the AdFed Daytona Beach & FPRA Volusia/Flagler event on Friday, December 1, from 6pm-9pm at Dunes Brewing in Port Orange during their Dunes Holiday Market!
This 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 holiday social is open to everyone, members, and non-members alike! Bring your family and friends for a festive evening packed with cheer.
Plus, spread some joy by bringing a new, unwrapped toy for a 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 drink ticket. Let’s make this season brighter for those in need!
🌟Dunes Holiday Market: Shop local vendors and pick out your Christmas tree (delivery available!)
🌟Sip on craft beer while enjoying holiday tunes
🌟Free caricature portraits and hot cocoa to keep you warm
This Wednesday! Join us in Fort Lauderdale for our Merry Mixer! Meet professionals from all over South Florida at Tarpon River Brewing!
Remember to bring a toy donation ❤️
Network with your PR and communications peers at FPRA Tampa Bay’s holiday mixer. Chapter awards also will be announced! Last year’s holiday event was a blast, so we’re bringing it back again this year! Join us on Dec. 6 to mingle with fellow PR and communications professionals at FPRA Tampa Bay’s holiday mixer and chapter awards ceremony presentation. Nonmembers, friends and family are welcome to attend this casual event. Dinner is included in the ticket price. Cash bar. Ticket sales end Sunday, Nov. 26, so purchase your ticket today! We hope to see you there!
Please join us on Thursday, December 7 from 6 – 8 PM for a CWC-FPRA holiday mixer at The Bazaar at Apricot and Lime. We will gather as a chapter to network and share our love of PR over drinks and appetizers. If you are not a member of the CWC-FPRA, join us to mingle and learn more about how this chapter can support you in your profession. There will be door prizes and live music. We look forward to catching up with all of our current members and connecting with future members!
Register today!
Grab a cup of coffee and network with your PR peers on the Space Coast! FREE to attend and no registration required.
Join us and you’ll receive 10% off your order courtesy of Bold Cup of Coffee.
Join us for a statewide sync-up of FPRA members. Our host will be Madelene Skinner from the Jacksonville Chapter.
Start 2024 with a New Year’s resolution to receive your APR credential! Learn more at an FPRA Lake Coffee Connection on Dec. 12 at 8 a.m. at OMG Coffee in Lake Square Mall with Mary Wymer, APR.
Want to take a peek behind-the-scenes at what it takes to plan and execute global PR campaigns for blockbuster films? Join us at this fun virtual program with María Cecilia Toro, a veteran film publicist who has worked with Warner Bros. Pictures and Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. María Cecilia will share lessons from leading public relations initiatives for many hit films, including Barbie – the first female-led film to cross $1 billion – DC Comic’s latest film Blue Beetle, and more.
As a result of significant interest in our annual APR study sessions, we are pleased to announce a virtual information session for those who couldn’t attend the in-person meeting. The virtual session is scheduled for December 13 at noon via Zoom. Kindly RSVP to Lisa Murray, APR, CPRC at lisadmurrs@gmail.com to receive the Zoom link.
Mark your calendars! Our annual holiday party will be an evening full of laughter, friendship and holiday cheer. We hope to see you there!
What: FPRA Gainesville Holiday Party🎄
Enjoy refreshments, including a unique holiday drink option, with FPRA Jacksonville during our annual chapter holiday party at Southern Grounds in Avondale.
Members attend for free, and guests are welcome ($15 fee). Everyone who attends will be eligible for a chance to win a themed holiday basket.
Join us on December 13, from 5:30-6:30 pm at the Viera Fairfield Inn & Suites Bar, for our annual Holiday Charity Mixer: Stuff the Stockings, where we will be collecting extra presents to be distributed year-round to benefit Aging Solutions, Inc.’s programs for senior citizens. Stop by mingle, donate to a great cause and take a picture with Santa Claus!
Join your fellow FPRA SWFL members and guests for an evening of festive fun. Registration is only $25 and includes a drink and raffle ticket. Heavy appetizers will be served on the outdoor patio of The Standard – Page Field.
Come celebrate the holidays with FPRA!
Members contributing an item for the auction receive extra drink tickets or raffle tickets.
oin us on Friday, December 15, for a FPRA Capital Chapter Member Holiday Social at Ground Ops Roastery + Bakehouse.
Top off your week with PR colleagues and share in some holiday cheer! Registration for this event is free, and there will be festive drinks, baked goods and seasonal treats available for purchase and enjoyment. Take-home breakfast items and other newly released menu items will also be available.
Parking Instructions
Ground Ops has on-site parking spots. Overflow parking spots are available at The Florida School Boards Insurance Trust or Grove Museum across the street.
Register
You must be a current member of the FPRA Capital Chapter to attend this free event. Please RSVP using the form below.
Join us for our HOLIDAY CHEER CELEBRATION evening event on Saturday, December 16, 2023; 5-7 p.m. at the Ocala International Airport, Elevation 89! Come dressed in your best festive attire for a chance to win a special gift from our chapter president.
The Chef will be preparing some of his favorites for us! Pierogis with bacon and sour cream, meatballs with fried rice, spinach artichoke dip with chips and bread, and beef sliders. Soda and sweet tea are included; alcoholic beverages are extra. Gluten-free and vegan options will also be available upon request.*
We will also be having our annual white elephant gift exchange and collecting canned goods and pantry items to restock the food pantry at Interfaith Ministries.
The cost to attend is $25 per person. Please enter in the amount below to pay through PayPal. If you will be paying by cash or check, please email your RSVP to FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com.
*Please email our VP of Membership Tom Hyle at Tom.Hyle@swfwmd.state.fl.us by Thursday, December 14th if you have a specific dietary request.
Includes an appetizer buffet & non-alcoholic beverage.
You’re invited to Sock it to Homelessness on Dec. 19 at 6 p.m. at the Palace Theatre at Beacon College (414 West Main Street, Leesburg). Join FPRA Lake for a fun holiday gathering and enjoy some sips and desserts with holiday music!
In the spirit of giving, we’ll be collecting socks for our service project in support of The Open Door, a program of LifeStream. DYK…more than 3,000 Lake County students are homeless! The sock donations will go directly to The Open Door Drop-In Center that provides a safe, compassionate and supportive environment for people experiencing homelessness and where they can access appropriate services. Socks are the most requested item at the center.
gnite Your Brand with Community Engagement: Unveiling the 10 Secrets to Success
Chris Gent, APR, CPRC
Join us for an exciting webinar on Dec. 20 as we delve into the world of community engagement for businesses and organizations. Discover the secrets to boosting your brand and building strong, positive relationships with the people who impact your business.
Community engagement is not just critical; it’s essential. Whether you have projects that impact the community, products used by the community, or simply want to make community engagement a core part of your brand identity, this webinar is a must-attend.
During this webinar, you will:
1. Learn easy and practical strategies to build authentic audience connections.
2. Discover the power of trust and how to establish it through honesty and transparency.
3. Uncover the secrets to keeping community engagement fun and engaging.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to revolutionize your brand’s community engagement. Register now and unlock the potential of your business!
Join us for the FPRA Holiday Party! Adorn your most festive gear and come join your FPRA members for some holiday cheer.
oin the Treasure Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association for our holiday social event, Game On for the Holidays, at Play Money Pinball Arcade in Stuart!
Get ready to unleash your inner gamer with unlimited access to a plethora of pinball and arcade games—all included in the $25 admission fee.
Everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a seasoned gamer, a casual player, or just want to soak in the holiday spirit, join us for a night of gaming, mingling, and merry-making. Bring your friends, family, or colleagues – the more, the merrier!
Indulge in an evening filled with laughter, friendly competition, and holiday cheer. Light bites will be provided, but beverages and snacks are also available for purchase, ensuring a delightful experience for everyone.
Mark your calendars and secure your spot for ‘Game On for the Holidays’—an event that promises an epic blend of gaming, camaraderie, and holiday merriment. Let’s make this holiday season one to remember!
Join us for “Coffee Talk” on Wednesday, Jan. 3!
Coffee Talk is a networking series where speakers lead discussions on communications practices while caffeinating before work. No presentations, just networking and conversations.
To start the new year off, Kevin Christian, APR, CPRC, will give us an opportunity to set our New Year’s resolution toward accreditation! Bring your questions and Kevin will have the answer!
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, Jan. 3
🕕 Time: 8 – 9 a.m.
📍 Venue: Symmetry Coffee and Crepes
To reserve your seat around the coffee table, please email fpraocalachapter@gmail.com or contact Greg Davis.
We hope to see you there!
Managing a crisis can be part of the job for any communicator. A Category 5 hurricane bearing down on your community takes things to another level. Learn how the communications teams at Sarasota County Government and the City of North Port relied on preparation and collaboration to respond to Hurricane Ian, and how you can use those tools to tackle any comms challenge.