Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA)

🚨⏰ ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT! ⏰🚨 Hey FPRA Fam! 📣 It’s time to renew your membership and secure another AMAZING year filled with networking, growth, and new opportunities! 🌟 Don’t miss out on all the benefits and exciting events we have lined up! 🎯 Check your email for the link 📧, log in to GlueUP, and renew your membership TODAY! 💻💙 Got questions? Your Chapter’s Membership Director is here to help! 🙋♀️✨ #TheTimeIsNow ⏳ Let’s make the next year our BEST one yet! 🚀👏 Don’t delay, renew today! 💥

🎃✨ LeadershipFPRA October Highlight ✨🎃 Our #LeadershipFPRA Class IX took a deep dive into leadership and management this month, discovering their unique leadership styles and how to best communicate with their teams. The session wasn’t just about learning – it was an adventure! Class members also got a sneak peek behind the scenes at Universal Orlando Resort iconic Halloween Horror Nights - Universal Orlando 👻 and the innovative work at Limitless Solutions 🦾. We wrapped up with mindfulness techniques and strategies to face our fears head-on! 💪 #LeadershipFPRA #TeamBuilding #OvercomingFears #Mindfulness #BehindTheScenes

Check out the Tampa Bay Chapter of FPRA's post below about: Hurricane Fatigue is Real – Let’s Talk Self-Care As we continue to work through recovery efforts, it’s important to remember that our mental health is just as important as our physical well-being. Constantly preparing, worrying, and recovering from hurricanes can lead to "hurricane fatigue" - a type of burnout that impacts our stress levels, sleep, and overall wellness. Take a moment to breathe. Whether it's a few minutes of mindfulness, a cup of tea, or a walk outside, self-care is essential to help us stay strong, mentally clear, and resilient through this ongoing storm season. Here are a few simple self-care tips:

📢 Our Central West Coast Chapter of the FPRA members are hosting a special evening of community and support, raising funds for the Suncoast Disaster Recovery Fund and Season of Sharing, both powered by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County! 🌟 Join the CWC Chapter on Tuesday, Oct. 15, from 5:30 - 7 p.m. at Pie on Main (1507 Main Street, Sarasota) for light appetizers, pizza, and cocktails as we come together to make a difference. 🍕❤️ Everyone who donates will receive “Pie on Main bucks” to enjoy more pizza later! Plus, our very own Joe Curley, APR, CPRC, will match all donations from members made that evening, doubling your impact for our community! Let’s support those affected by Hurricane Helene and help rebuild stronger than ever. We hope to see you there! #CWCFRPA #HurricaneHeleneRecovery #SarasotaStrong #CommunityForACause #PizzaAndPurpose

🌟 Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! 🎉 This month (September 15 – October 15) we celebrate the vibrant cultures, rich histories, and countless contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. This month reminds us of the power of diverse voices in shaping our world. As PR and communications professionals, we understand that storytelling is at the heart of connecting with others. Hispanic Heritage Month offers us an opportunity to spotlight the stories of trailblazers, innovators, and change-makers from Hispanic and Latino backgrounds who have made an indelible mark on our industry and beyond. Let's honor the voices that inspire, educate, and elevate our shared future. Whether through culturally inclusive campaigns, bilingual content, or by simply listening and learning, we can all take action to foster understanding and appreciation. 💬 How are you celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month? Share with us in the comments below! ⬇️ #HispanicHeritageMonth #PRPros #DiversityInPR #InclusiveStorytelling

 Exciting News  Membership renewal season is HERE, and we have a brand-new platform -  Glue Up ! Be sure to set up your profile to connect with fellow members and stay in the loop. Check your inbox for your exclusive invite to Glue Up, where you can create your profile and start engaging with our community. We strongly recommend that you use your same email and login credentials that you previously have on the website. This will help ensure a seamless transition to the new membership platform. If you haven’t received your invite or have questions, please reach out to your Chapter's VP/Director of Membership. Let’s make this renewal season the best one yet! #fpramembership #RenewalSeason #thetimeisnow

The way you communicate through a crisis, both internally and externally, defines everything — the trust you have with your stakeholders, the culture within your organization and, ultimately, the quality of your brand equity. We are again partnering with Melissa Agnes, founder and CEO of Crisis Ready Institute, to share an opportunity with FPRA members that will support your crisis communication and leadership success. It’s a 10-week, 15-hour Crisis Ready® Course on Mastering the Art of Crisis Communication and Leadership — and it’s the first step in becoming Crisis Ready® Certified. This deep-dive into crisis comms teaches you the next-level skills required for communicating effectively through a crisis with ease, with efficiency, and with success. As a valued FPRA members, you get an exclusive 10% off the price of the course (equal to $115) using the promo code FPRA10 — AND, if you register 5 or more team members, you get an additional 10% off, on top of that! The course starts on September 10th, 2024, and runs every Tuesday via Zoom from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. ET until November 12th, 2024. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ePcTkwUS

August has been a busy month for the Association, and we couldn't have done it without our fearless leader, Wendy C., APR, CPRC who was #FocusFoward on many things such as membership, technology, revenue and efficiency. Join us in thanking Wendy for her leadership and vision this past year. #FocusForward

Congratulations to Gregory Davis for being recognized as the Rising Leader Recipient from the FPRA Ocala Chapter! Greg is currently serving as his chapter’s president-elect. Previously, he served as the 2022-2023 membership chair, and in 2021-2022 (his first year), he served as the chapter’s social media chair. Also, in his first year, he coined the chapter’s one-day professional development conference name – “COMMference: The Conference for Communicators” – and worked on the committee for that event. He also helped the chapter to review/rewrite chapter job descriptions and policies and procedures. Greg is a graduate of LeadershipFPRA Class VI. As the Joe Curley Rising Leader, Greg will receive a $500 cash award and a $1,000 FPRA state credit to be used for professional development. Also being recognized was Eric Marshall from the Dick Pope/Polk County Chapter of FPRA for being the APR Scholarship Recipient, Chelsea Kavanagh, APR, from the FPRA Jacksonville Chapter for being the CPRC Scholarship Recipient and Laura Ansel, APR, CPRC, from the Central West Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (CWC-FPRA) for being the LeadershipFPRA Tuition Scholarship recipient. Join us in congratulating all our Rising Leader recipients!

Congratulations to the members who received their Certification as a Public Relations Counselor this year! This one-of-a-kind credential offered only through the Florida Public Relations Association recognizes senior-level PR counselors with the knowledge, skills and abilities to handle crisis and high-stakes PR situations by thinking quickly and providing strategic PR counsel. Join us in congratulating their accomplishment. #FocusFoward