Philadelphia Public Relations Association

PPRA's Studio Tour with PHL17 on Sept. 18 has a robust lineup. Don't delay in registering - spots are limited! https://ppra.net/meetinginfo.php?id=44&ts=1721827561

Newsroom:

Alyssa Cristelli, General Assignment Reporter
Monica Cryan, Meteorologist
Kelsey Fabian, Journalist
Jennifer Lewis-Hall, Host and producer of PHL17’s public affairs program, In Focus
Daisha Jones, Weekday Morning Anchor
Jenna Meissner, Morning Traffic Anchor
Rachel Moore, Reporter

The entire creative services team will also be present. We can't wait to see you there!

Meet Member Kevin Brandon, a communications and marketing coordinator with Philadelphia Academies, Inc..

"I work for Philadelphia Academies, Inc. (PAI), a non-profit founded in 1969 to address the school dropout crisis. As Communications and Marketing Coordinator, I focus on brand development, produce content, and manage campaigns designed to generate support and highlight the many ways in which we improve outcomes for our students."

Read more at https://ppra.net/blog/id/39.

A few PPRA Members were highlighted in the most recent edition of Philly Ad News: Deirdre C. Hopkins, Rachel Ezekiel-Fishbein, Michelle Conron, and Hannah Merschen. Check out the full, digital edition at https://mobile.phillyadnews.com/?m=45839&i=828802&p=1&ver=html5.

Did you receive our monthly newsletter today? If not, head to our website to sign up today. https://ppra.net/form.php?form_id=16

SAVE THE DATE: November 6, 2024

PPRA is excited to announce that it will honor Hall of Fame Coach, Jay Wright, with its Gold Medal Award this fall. Jay Wright won two national championships and nine Big East titles during his 21 years as the head coach for the Villanova Men’s Basketball program. His success on and off the court has brought tremendous national attention to the greater Philadelphia region.

The Gold Medal Award honors annually, an individual or organization whose accomplishments have left a lasting impact on our community and brought national recognition to Philadelphia.

Registration for this event will be open soon.

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Join PPRA for a studio tour of PHL17 on September 18. You will be able to talk directly with the outlet's producers, discuss the content that makes it onto the air, and learn tips and tricks to best pitch your story.

Spots are limited. Don't miss the opportunity to reserve your spot. https://ppra.net/meetinginfo.php?id=44&ts=1721827561

PPRA's Board Retreat was led by Christina Crews, incoming President of the organization. This annual meeting is a meaningful time to look back at the year's successes, discuss events for the upcoming program year, and find ways to add value for our members and partners. We are ecstatic about what the year ahead brings!

Can a Happy Hour lead to a better understanding of the state of the economy? It can when it’s the preamble to the Philadelphia Business Journal's "State of the Economy" event!

Join Center City Business Association and PPRA at City Winery Philadelphia for a presentation on the current state of the economy by Ryotaro Tashiro, outreach economist and adviser at the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia. A panel discussion moderated by Philadelphia Business Journal Senior Reporter Jeff Blumenthal will also be included.

PPRA members will receive discounted tickets. Head to our website to learn more. https://ppra.net/meetinginfo.php?id=43&ts=1721827446

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This month we introduce a newer member, Carissa Ciuca, Senior Director of Strategy & Growth at Results Repeat.

Learn more about Carissa's role, her volunteer work, and her favorite social media platform to use.

PPRA's 18 for 12 months offer is now extended until July 31. Sign up today to receive 18 months of benefits for the cost of 12. Member benefits include:

Member-only events
Member-exclusive awards
PPRA Proud submissions
Participation in PPRA Member Monday blogs
Access to our mentorship program (more details coming soon!).

PPRA also offers a reduced cost for individuals under 25 years of age.

Renew today: https://ppra.net/join

[Your membership will be automatically extended for 18 months if you enroll before July 31]

The PPRA Board of Governors selflessly volunteers their time to develop programming, events, and mentorship opportunities that benefit the public relations profession and practitioners in the region. Pictured are Michelle Kane, VP for External Affairs, Lauren Hall, VP for Programs, Christina Crews, President-Elect, Joanna Yoder, VP for Membership, and Melissa Paone, President - just a few of the members of this year's Board of Governors. Thanks for all that you do!

The Annual Meeting was a time to celebrate the 2024 Annual Award Winners, honor the current Board of Governors, and celebrate the incoming Board! Pictured are current President Melissa Paone and incoming President, Christina Crews. Thank you to everyone who joined!

LAST CALL!

PPRA's Annual Meeting is TONIGHT at PJ Clarke's in Philadelphia. Join us tonight to celebrate the 2024 Annual Award recipients and the incoming Board of Governors.

Register at https://ppra.net/meetinginfo.php?id=42&ts=1718310697.

Welcome, Keyshawn!

This week, PPRA's Member Monday is a newer member, Keyshawn Shaahid who works at West Chester University.

Learn more about Keyshawn at https://ppra.net/blog/id/37.

The Annual Meeting is a time to reconnect, celebrate, and plan for the future of PPRA! Sign up today to join us at P.J. Clarkes.

Register today at: https://ppra.net/meetinginfo.php?id=42&ts=1718310697

Join us at P.J. Clarkes’s in Philadelphia as we look back at the year and look forward to all that is to come. Don’t miss the presentation of the 2024 Dr. Jean Brodey Student Achievement Award, the 2024 President's Fast-Track Award, the 2024 PRoactive Community Service Award, and the 2024 Larry Rubin Award for Best Publicity Stunt or Photo Opportunity.

We will honor President Melissa Paone and salute our 2023-24 Board of Governors.

The ticket includes light bites and a drink ticket. Register at https://ppra.net/meetinginfo.php?id=42&ts=1718310697.

There is one more week to renew (or join) and SAVE!

From now through June 18l anyone who joins PPRA will receive 18 months of membership for 12!

That means you’ll receive access to exclusive member events, the ability to participate in Member Mondays and submissions, access to our mentorship program (relaunching soon!), and many more benefits.

Already part of the network? Please spread the word and help us invite new members into our network.

Renew or join at https://ppra.net/join.

Are you registered for PPRA's annual Virtual National Media Tour? For one low price, you will have access to one-on-one sessions with representatives from the Washington Post, NBC News, CBS News and CNN.

Register today at https://ppra.net/meetinginfo.php?id=41&ts=1717087679.

In this week's , learn more about Taylor Madison, an associate with AKCG - Public Relations Counselors.
https://ppra.net/blog/id/34

Registration for the PPRA National Media Tour is now open!

Next Wednesday, June 5, join representatives from The Washington Post, NBC News, CBS News, and CNN where you’ll learn the ins and outs of working with a national news program. Each conversation will be one-on-one with a great opportunity for Q&A.

Eric Salzman, Sr Producer at NBC Nightly News - 9 am

Chris Stover, a Supervising Producer of CBS Mornings – 10 am

Elie Honig, CNN Legal Analyst – 11 am

Olivia Petersen, Vice President of Public Relations for The Washington Post - 12 pm

Register: https://ppra.net/meetinginfo.php?id=41&ts=1717087679

🚨 Last Call! 🚨

We're accepting nominations for the 2024 Dr. Jean Brodey Student Achievement Award, President's Fast-Track Award, PRoactive Community Service Award, and the Larry Rubin Award for Best Publicity Stunt or Photo Opportunity! 🏆

Anyone can nominate, but nominees must be active PPRA members. Nominations close 5/31, so don't miss out! ⏳

Access the nomination forms here: https://bit.ly/3WOGZEH

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2024 Dr. Jean Brodey Student Achievement Award, 2024 President's Fast-Track Award, the 2024 PRoactive Community Service Award, and the 2024 Larry Rubin Award for Best Publicity Stunt or Photo Opportunity.

Anyone can nominate, but nominees must be an active PPRA member. Nominations are due by 5/31.

Access the forms in our Google Drive: https://bit.ly/3WOGZEH

Questions? Email [email protected]

Thank you for joining us on this member-only tour!

Are you registered for tomorrow's behind-the-scenes tour with the Philadelphia Inquirer? If possible, please arrive between 1:00 and 1:15 p.m. to accommodate the paper's afternoon meeting (which was recently shifted up in time). Additionally, make sure to bring a photo ID.

See you tomorrow!

Have you considered membership with the Philadelphia Public Relations Association (PPRA)?

If so, now is the time to join and SAVE!

For the next 30 days, anyone who joins PPRA will receive 18 months of membership for 12!

That means you’ll receive access to exclusive member events, the ability to participate in Member Mondays and submissions, access to our mentorship program (relaunching soon!), and many more benefits.

Already part of the network? Please spread the word and help us invite new members into our network.

Today is a great time to unleash the power of a new network and educational opportunities!

Renew or join today --> https://ppra.net/join

Philadelphia Public Relations Association - Join PPRA Must be under 25 years of age and submit proof of age with application, such as a drivers license. Click here for the Top 10 Reasons for Students to Join.

Only four spots remain for the "Members-Only Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Philadelphia Inquirer."

Join us on Wednesday, May 15, to visit the office, sit in on the paper’s afternoon news meeting, and meet with top Inquirer editor Gabriel Escobar & other journalists.

Register at https://ppra.net/meetinginfo.php?id=40&ts=1714441514.

This month, PPRA hosted a college coffee house event at Saxbys. The event connected college students and recent graduates to network and dive into discussions about their experiences in the public relations field. Thank you to everyone who came and engaged in the lively conversations!

Did you miss "Public Relations for the Great Good" with Drexel University College of Arts and Sciences? The recap blog is now available. Learn more about the topics of Corporate Social Responsibility and Corporate Social Advocacy!

Link: https://ppra.net/blog/id/35

Thank you to everyone who joined "Public Relations for the Greater Good" co-hosted by and Drexel University College of Arts and Sciences.

Special thanks to Ronica Cleary of Cleary Strategies for moderating and our esteemed panelists:

☑️Hyunmin "Min" Lee, Ph.D., Director of Undergraduate Programs, Department of Communication, Drexel University
☑️Scott Tattar, Assistant Teaching Professor at Drexel University
☑️Diane Melley, Former VP of Corporate Social Responsibility and IBM Foundation at IBM

An event recap is coming soon.

🌟 Attention Philly College Crew! 🌟

Don't miss this FREE College Coffee House Event at Saxbys on April 16. Connect with like-minded individuals, enjoy complimentary refreshments, and dive into discussions about the world of public relations.

Tag your peers and university clubs and spread the word. See you there!

Registration optional -->https://ppra.net/meetinginfo.php?id=39&ts=1712079438



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