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Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:53:33 GMT

President's Note: PRSA Richmond Programs Reinvigorated

In the spirit of a fresh start for spring, PRSA Richmond is blooming with some new-and-improved features, programs and events designed to help you get the most of your membership. In addition, as we continue to focus on Diversity – the way we communicate and engage with our members and area PR professionals of diverse backgrounds in race, ethnicity and communication jobs – here are some recent updates and upgrades:

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2010 Signature Sponsors

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:42:50 GMT

Many thanks to our 2010Signature Sponsors! PLATINUM SPONSOR GOLD SPONSORS SILVER SPONSOR BRONZE SPONSORS

PRSA Richmond Chapter

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 23:03:27 GMT

A Whole New Ballgame: From Gatekeeper to Pitcher

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?

Please join us on Wednesday, March 31 as a panel of journalists-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 jobs.

Networking begins at 11:45 a.m. and the luncheon program begins at 12:15 p.m.

Learn more now and register online!

Public Service

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:26:35 GMT

Public Service Assistance for Nonprofits PRSA Richmond invites Richmond-area nonprofit organizations to apply for public relations counsel and assistance. Examples could include: Putting together a Media Kit (with sample news releases, talking points, social media tips)Creating awareness of your organization or an issue that is important to your organizationGenerating media coverage of an event Participation by PRSA Richmond does not imply the chapter’s endorsement of the project/event. Interested organizations should complete this application and include support materials that describe the organization and the type of assistance needed. Applicants must represent a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and need public relations counsel and assistance for a specific project/event that will occur during 2010. How to Apply The application deadline is April 2, 2010. To apply, complete the application form, attach supporting documents (including any...

Join PRSA Richmond

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:26:08 GMT

The Public Relations Society of America is the world’s largest organization for public relations professionals with more than 28,000 professional and student members in 112 chapters nationwide. Membership in PRSA is open to those engaged in the practice of public relations. Complete the PRSA National Application Complete the PRSA National online application now! PRSA national is offering a membership special during the month of February. The $65 initiation fee will be waived for anyone who joins national as a regular member from Feb. 1-28, making national dues only $225 instead of $290. Details at www.prsa.org. Complete the PRSA Richmond Application PRSA Richmond Membership Application Unless you are eligible for a national member special, PRSA Richmond dues are $175 per calendar year.* If you enroll on or after June 1, then your dues are $87.50. Dues include your meals at our monthly speaker programs, access to our membership and media directories, member rates...

The Next Wave

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 19:08:23 GMT

Are you a Richmond PRSA member who is new to the practice of public relations? Join The Next Wave, a special interest section for junior practitioners with five years or less relevant public relations experience. Come socialize and network with peers or get career advice from top-level local practitioners.

This group meets two to three times annually. For more information on upcoming events and/or questions on this special interest section, please contact Jennifer Guild at jguild@vahistorical.org.

Virginia Public Relations Awards

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 23:14:58 GMT

Commonwealth Awards: 63rd Annual Virginia Public Relations Awards--Entries due Feb. 26; Rising Star Award added Download the 2010 Call for Entries now! (This is a large file; please be patient while downloading.) As Virginia’s capital chapter, PRSA Richmond is proud to have recognized public relations talent from across the Commonwealth for 63 years. In 2010, we are rechristening our awards show to reflect that pride. The awards will continue to celebrate the most creative and effective communications programs and tactics with a few new twists: What’s New in 2010: AWARD NAMES: In response to participant feedback, the award categories are being newly branded this year: - PR Programs will be recognized with “The Commonwealth Award” (and “The Commonwealth Award of Merit”). - PR Tactics will be recognized with “The Capital Award” (and “The Capital Award of Merit”). INDIVIDUAL AWARDS: The chapter will again...

Thomas Jefferson Award for Excellence in Public Relations

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:42:40 GMT

At the Commonwealth Awards, PRSA Richmond’s Virginia Public Relations Awards, PRSA Richmond recognizes extraordinary achievement by an individual working in the field of public relations. Winners of the Thomas Jefferson Award for Public Relations exemplify the best in the profession. The program is open to public relations practitioners in the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. The Thomas Jefferson Award was instituted as an annual peer award in 1998. It continues a tradition begun in 1962 by the former Old Dominion Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America. In that program, however, the major award was presented to a community leader, and the public relations award was only occasionally presented. Nomination forms for the Thomas Jefferson Award are included in this year’s 2010 Commonwealth Awards Call for Entries. Nominations are due the same day as all other Commonwealth Award submissions, Feb. 26, 2010. Nominees should demonstrate excellence in the...

Students

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 13:41:51 GMT

PRSA-Richmond provides strong support for the Public Relations Student Society of America chapters in Richmond and the surrounding areas. Currently, the PRSA-Richmond chapter sponsors an active PRSSA chapter at Virginia Commonwealth University. Learn more by contacting: PRSA-Richmond Student Relations Chair: Julia Webster Virginia Commonwealth University PRSSA Advisor: Carol Mawyer PRSSA chapters are open to students from all area colleges and universities. PRSA nurtures practitioners, starting at the college level and provides resources and mentorships, which ultimately will result in a successful public relations career and an ideal PRSA membership candidate. Learn more about establishing a PRSSA chapter at your school. Membership definitely has its privileges! Becoming a member of PRSSA is easy, as well as a great career move! From leadership training to networking with professionals, and scholarship opportunities, the benefits of membership are many. Learn more about PRSSA...

About PRSA Richmond

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 19:59:48 GMT

PRSA Richmond is a professional association serving Central Virginia public relations practitioners. The chapter and the national organization, PRSA, are both marking more than a half-century of bringing professionals together to enhance the practice, to provide an exchange of experiences and ideals, and to promote professional development. PRSA Richmond was created in 1995 through the merger of two long-established and respected regional organizations, the Richmond Public Relations Association and the Old Dominion Chapter PRSA. The RPRA was a Richmond-based public relations group formed in 1946. The ODC was formed in 1961 serving professionals across Virginia. With the formation of two other PRSA chapters serving Tidewater and Western Virginia, ODC had refocused its group on Central Virginia and found itself sharing many goals and members with RPRA. The two groups united in 1995 to become a single, stronger organization. Monthly Luncheon Programs PRSA Richmond hosts a monthly...

2010 Board of Directors

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 19:56:19 GMT

2010 PRSA Richmond Board of Directors OFFICERS President Denise Baddour Luck Stone Corporation 804-784-8259 dbaddour@luckstone.com President-Elect Tina Lambert Virginia Society of CPAs 804- 612-9416 tlambert@vscpa.com 1st Vice President (Programs) Jennifer Curtis, APR International Hospital for Children 804-282-8830 jcurtis@healachild.org 2nd Vice President (Awards) Laura Baliles Handcrafted Communications & Events 804-387-5191 laura@handcraftedcommunications.com 3rd Vice President (Membership) Jeff Wilson, APR CRT/tanaka 804-675-8175 jwilson@crt-tanaka.com Treasurer Brian Chandler, APR Virginia Blood Services 804-213-4133 bchandler@vablood.org Secretary Camille Coy SB&A 804-612-0430 camille@sbanda.com COMMITTEE CHAIRS Thomas Jefferson Awards Rachel Beanland, APR University of Richmond 804-289-8418 rbeanlan@Richmond.edu Accreditation Pam Lepley, APR VCU ...

2009 PRSA Richmond Board of Directors

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 18:54:12 GMT

OFFICERS Name Position Contact Information Alissa Poole, APR President 690-2686 alissampoole@verizon.net Denise Baddour President-Elect 784-8259 dbaddour@luckstone.com Jeff Wilson, APR 1st VP (Professional Development) 675-8175 jwilson@crt-tanaka.com Melissa Jones 2nd VP (Awards) 762-9400 melissajones@freeagentsmarketing.com Tina Lambert 3rd VP (Organizational Development) 270-5344 tlambert@vscpa.com Cherika Ruffin Treasurer ...

Past Presidents-RPRA

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 12:07:01 GMT

1993-94 David Blum, APR 1992-93 Aimee Noonan 1991-92 Paul Miller 1990-91 Anne Taylor 1989-90 Elise Lemmond 1988-89 Sue A. Brinkerhoff 1987-88 Charlotte K. Evans 1986-87 Suzanne H. Munson 1985-86 Mark I. Singer 1984-85 James M. Enroughty, Jr. 1983-84 Betsy Deekens* 1982-83 Robert E. Bateman* 1981-82 Barbara A. Garrett ...

Past President-ODC Chapter of PRSA

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 12:05:27 GMT

1994 Jayna Eller Velo, APR 1993-94 Rick Bragga, APR 1992-93 Doug Cochran, APR 1991-92 Elise C. Hughes 1990-91 Kimberlie J. Farlow, APR 1989-90 Brian Regrut, APR 1988-89 Raymond F. Kozakewicz, APR 1987-88 Lou Anne Nabhan, APR 1986 David T. Shufflebarger, APR 1985 Patricia M. Berg, APR 1984 Cheryl Gonzales Yancey, APR 1983 John E. Gullett, APR 1982 ...

Donate to the Richmond Public Relations Foundation

Mon, 11 May 2009 09:43:30 GMT

The foundation's 2009 fundraising goal is $5,000.

If you’d like to make a contribution by check, please mail your check, made payable to the Richmond Public Relations Foundation, to P.O. Box 29232, Richmond, VA 23242.

Make an online contribution by debit card or credit card to the Richmond Public Relations Foundation

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Applying for a Foundation Scholarship

Mon, 11 May 2009 09:42:35 GMT

Applicants need not be public relations majors, but plan to work in public relations upon graduation to win. To apply for one of the scholarships, please prepare and submit the following items: 1. A copy of your college transcripts, to include current grade point average 2. A resume, to include work experiences and internships 3. A typed, doubled spaced, single page essay on Why I want to work in Public Relations The application materials should be mailed to: The Richmond Public Relations Foundation P.O. Box 29232 Richmond, VA 23242 Application materials must be received by May 1, 2009 Only students from Longwood University, Randolph-Macon College, Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia State University, Virginia Union University and the University of Richmond are eligible for these scholarships. Selection of the scholarship winners will be made in July and the scholarships will be awarded in...

Foundation Contributors

Mon, 11 May 2009 09:41:43 GMT

2009 Contributors To-Date

Denise Baddour

Laura Baliles

Rachel Beanland, APR

Jennifer Curtis, APR

Jennifer Guild

Beth Hardy, APR

Theresa House

Trisha Ip

Tina Lambert

Pam Lepley, APR

Linda McElroy

Tom Morris, APR

Jennifer & Steve Mullen

Jenny Pedraza, APR

Alissa Poole, APR

Cherika Ruffin

Jennifer Scott, APR

Martha Steger, APR

Dr. Judy Van Slyke Turk, APR, Fellow PRSA

Jill Vaughan, APR

Michael Whitlow

Jeff Wilson, APR

2008 Contributors
J. Bolio

CRT-Tanaka

Dominion Mary

Beth Dukes

Brian Ellis

Bobbie Garrett

Beth Hardy, APR

Frank McNally

Mike Mulvihill

Philip Morris USA

Alissa Poole, APR

PRSA Richmond

Mark Raper

Michele & Jonathan Rhudy, APRs

Jennifer Scott, APR

Lee Starkey Martha Steger, APR

Ken Storey, APR

Jill Vaughan, APR

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Richmond Public Relations Foundation

Mon, 11 May 2009 09:39:58 GMT

The Richmond Public Relations Foundation was created in 1999 with the purpose of enhancing the field of public relations as a profession in Central Virginia.

The Foundation, a 501(c) (3) charitable arm of PRSA Richmond, administers the David P. Hurdle and William Dietrick Memorial Scholarships. The Foundation annually awards two $1,000 scholarships in each of the former members' names to two rising juniors or seniors. Scholarship applications are solicited from students currently attending Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia State University, Virginia Union University, the University of Richmond, Longwood University, and Randolph Macon College who plan to pursue a career in public relations. The two winners are selected by the Foundation Board of Directors.

The Foundation also assists current practitioners by annually reimbursing five members, or their companies, up to $275 when they earn their APR accreditation from PRSA.

The Foundation conducts fundraising throughout the year from businesses, individuals, and the PRSA Richmond chapter to fund the scholarships and add to its endowment fund.

Make a Contribution | Contributors | Foundation Board

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Membership

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:22:57 GMT

Whether you’re already a member of PRSA-Richmond or are considering joining, we’ve got the information you need.

Renew Your Membership Here (Login Required)

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Foundation Board

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 16:21:33 GMT

Jennifer Y. Scott, APR President Touch Points Public Relations Jennifer has been involved with Richmond’s Public Relations world since she first moved to Richmond in 1993. After serving in various leadership roles she was a founding member of the Foundation’s first board in 1999 and then served as the chapter’s president in 2000. Having been involved with nearly every fundraiser for the Foundation, Jennifer is so proud of how close we are to reaching our endowment goal! Beth A. Hardy, APR President Hardy Communications Beth has been an active member of Richmond’s Public Relations community since 1989. She helped establish the Foundation in 1999 to provide scholarships to students pursuing studies in the field of Public Relations. She has served in various roles on PRSA Richmond’s Board over the years, including President in 2005. Beth is excited by the progress the Foundation has made during its first 10 years, and is pleased that we are able to expand our...