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February Program & LuncheonSpeaker's Name: Gary D. McCormick, APR, Newly Elected PRSA Chair and CEO, HGTVDay: Wednesday 24-Feb-10 11:45 AMLocation: Sheraton Richmond West Hotel 6624 West Broad Street Richmond, VA
Summary: Meet and Greet with the National PRSA Chair and CEO ...
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Posted by: Theresa House
Chapter News
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| President's Note: Diversity Days |
| Author: Denise Baddour |
| Release Date: Sunday 7-Feb-10 10:00 PM |
In honor of Black History Month and PRSA Richmond’s commitment to enriching our profession by celebrating individuals of diverse backgrounds in race, ethnicity or communication, I encourage you to read Gary McCormick’s, APR, PRSA Chair and CEO, latest blog entry on Multicultural Public Relations. McCormick celebrated the memory of D. Parke Gibson who established the first black-owned PR firm, D. Parke Gibson International, in New York. To learn more about D. Parke Gibson, visit the... [More Info]
Posted by: Denise Baddour |
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| PRSA Mid Atlantic District Holds First-Ever Quick Start Meeting, Richmond Chapter Represented |
| Author: Tina Lambert, CAE |
| Release Date: Sunday 7-Feb-10 3:00 PM |
On Saturday, January 23 at the Springfield Country Club, the PRSA Mid Atlantic District held its first-ever training event – called Quick Start – designed for chapter leaders to kick off their year by sharing best practices, roundtable discussions, brainstorming sessions, network and meet counterparts in other chapters in our region. I was honored to represent PRSA Richmond at this meeting, and swap great ideas with colleagues from National Capital, Blue Ridge, Central... [More Info]
Posted by: Tina Lambert, CAE |
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| Clarifications for the Commonwealth Awards Program |
| Author: Laura Baliles Osberger |
| Release Date: Sunday 7-Feb-10 12:00 PM |
Commonwealth Awards: the 63rd Annual Virginia Public Relations Awards: Below are some clarifications to this year’s newly redesigned Awards program based on recent inquiries: 1. Overviews: The Overview descriptions (research, planning, execution and evaluation) required for each entry are limited to: - 2 pages max for Programs (Commonwealth Awards) - 1 page max for Tactics (Capital Awards) 2. Executive Summary: Don’t forget to include a 100-word Executive Summary... [More Info]
Posted by: Laura Baliles |
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| PRSA Richmond Welcomes A New Member |
| Author: Jeff Wilson, APR |
| Release Date: Sunday 7-Feb-10 10:00 AM |
PRSA Richmond is pleased to welcome a new member who joined in January 2010. As always, we would like to thank all members and their employers for the continued support of the public relations profession. Aurelia Fairbank James, Associate Director of Public Affairs, Virginia Community Healthcare Association If you know of someone who could benefit from joining PRSA, the National Chapter is offering a great promotion in February. When new members join this month, the $65 initiation fee will... [More Info]
Posted by: Jeff Wilson, APR |
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| PRSA Richmond Revises APR Study Program to Ensure Candidate Success |
| Author: Pam Lepley, APR |
| Release Date: Thursday 4-Feb-10 12:00 PM |
PRSA Richmond is changing up the program for helping candidates attain Accreditation in Public Relations in 2010. The revised time frames, study sessions and review opportunities are aimed at more effectively preparing candidates for successful accreditation. The APR Accreditation is the only professional certification program for public relations professionals. Its purpose is to elevate the profession by establishing best practices, encouraging a strategic approach, and reinforcing ethical... [More Info]
Posted by: Pam Lepley, APR |
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| Sneak Peak at the March 2009 Program: A Whole New Ballgame--From Gatekeeper to Pitcher |
| Author: Jennifer Curtis, APR |
| Release Date: Tuesday 2-Feb-10 7:00 AM |
Are more journalists leaving media to work in public relations? Practitioners on both sides share similar skills - - but is that enough to make a successful transition? A panel of former journalism-turned-PR pros will answer these questions and more. Moderated by Paula Otto, Executive Director of The Virginia Lottery, panelists will discuss why they changed their career paths, share ‘insider’ media relations tips and reveal challenges they were surprised to discover in their new... [More Info]
Posted by: Jennifer Curtis, APR |
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| Commonwealth Awards: 63rd Annual Virginia Public Relations Awards |
| Author: Theresa House |
| Release Date: Tuesday 12-Jan-10 9:54 AM |
Dear fellow communicators, As Virginia’s capital chapter, PRSA Richmond is proud to have recognized public relations talent from across the Commonwealth for 63 years. This year we are rechristening our awards show to reflect that pride. The awards will... [More Info]
Posted by: Theresa House |
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| Specialist, Digital Communications |
| Company: Altria Client Services (part of Altria Group Inc.) |
| Date Activated: Thursday 28-Jan-10 0:00 AM |
Work as a member of the Corporate Affairs' Communciations team by supporting the company's corporate websites. Duties: Develops and... [More Info]
Posted by: Kim Farlow, APR
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| Manager of Communications and Public Relations |
| Company: Virginia Commonwealth University |
| Date Activated: Wednesday 13-Jan-10 0:00 AM |
Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a dynamic Manager of Communications for the Massey Cancer Center. The Manager will report... [More Info]
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| Company: CarMax |
| Date Activated: Thursday 21-Jan-10 0:00 AM |
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