WMPRSA - West Michigan Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America

** OCTOBER CHAT WITH THE ECD CHAIR - TUES., OCT. 29 ☕** The next Coffee Chat with the Chair, Jennifer Kramer, APR, is Tues., Oct. 29, 9-9:30 a.m. This virtual gathering is a great opportunity to discuss issues in your chapter, careers, and the profession. Jennifer also will share highlights from PRSA Leadership Assembly and #PRSAICON - bring your stories as well if you attended! Join us to connect, share insights and foster collaboration across our community. Join here: https://lnkd.in/gNVwqW6R

Join us on Thursday, November 14, from 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM at the Pepsi Suite at LMCU Ballpark for an engaging panel on the intersection of sports and public relations in West Michigan! With over $87.9 million generated by youth sports tourism last year alone, the Grand Rapids sports scene continues to thrive. Learn how PR professionals can leverage this success and connect with top leaders from the Grand Rapids Griffins, West Michigan Whitecaps, Grand Rapids Rise, and West Michigan Sports Commission. 🎟️ Register by November 12! Members: $25 | Future Members: $35 | Students/Underemployed: Free Register here: https://lnkd.in/gD5UDUaW

The wait is over… 🗳️ We’re excited to introduce the newly elected WMPRSA board officers and directors for 2025! Please join us in celebrating the leaders who will guide our chapter into another successful year: President: Jessica Meldrum, MS, APR President-Elect: Jason Manshum, M.S. Secretary: Jill Simpson, APR Treasurer: Kelsey (Pardue) Berkompas Immediate Past President: Adrienne A. Wallace, Ph.D. Meet our four newly appointment board directors: Gillian Conrad Cindy Droog, APR (she/her/hers) Payton Peltomaa Lindsey Rodarmer, MS Additionally, Allyssa Murphy was re-elected to serve another three-year term. We’re eager to see the innovative ideas and positive impact this team will bring to WMPRSA in the coming year. Let’s give them a warm round of applause and get ready for an incredible year ahead! 🎉 #WMPRSA #NewLeadership #OnwardAndUpward

🚨 Last Chance to Register! 🚨 Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from local influencers and marketing experts. Elevate your PR game with insights on building and managing influencer campaigns! Registration closes TODAY! Event Date: October 26 Members: $25 | Students: FREE #InfluencerMarketing #WMPRSA #PREvent #GrandRapidsPR

Last Call! Don’t Be Scared! Tomorrow's the day! WMPRSA’s virtual Morning Meet-Up is happening tomorrow, October 23, 2024, from 8:30 AM to 9:15 AM. It’s your chance to network, chat, and get in the spooky spirit with fellow PR pros. 👻 It’s free, fun, and all you need is a topic (or just bring your curiosity)! Sign up today: tinyurl.com/MorningMeetUp6 #Networking #VirtualEvent #PRSA

📢Calling all PR pros! Here's your chance to level up your expertise while helping a fellow PRSA chapter. We're teaming up with PRSA Pittsburgh to judge their annual Renaissance Awards—and we need at least 20 volunteers by October 31. Judging their entries is a great opportunity to gain insights into national PR trends, spark fresh ideas, and even improve your own award submissions for next year’s PRoof Awards! Ready to give back and grow? Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/grrcbEYC #WMPRSA #PRSA #PRindustry

Just over one week left to register! Whether you’re new to influencer marketing or a seasoned PR professional, this panel will give you the tools to master influencer campaigns. Learn directly from local influencers like @thalifeofrin and @emilyingrandrapids, plus expert Rachel Greiner from Experience Grand Rapids. Hurry, registration closes October 22! 🎟️ Members: $25 | Students: FREE #InfluencerMarketing #WMPRSA #InfluencerStrategy #GrandRapidsPR

Morning Meet-Up is Almost Here! Don't let the season spook you! Join us for WMPRSA’s Morning Meet-Up on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, from 8:30 AM to 9:15 AM. It's the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow PR pros and discuss the latest trends, ideas, or anything you bring to the table! ☕️ Free and open to all members (and future members!) Sign up now: tinyurl.com/MorningMeetUp6 #Networking #PRSA #WMPRSA #MorningMeetUp

✨ Meet Our Panelists! We’re bringing together some of Grand Rapids’ top influencers and marketing pros to share their influencer campaign secrets. Corinne Bass a.k.a. @thalifeofrin - Food lover and content creator Emily Joyce a.k.a. @emilyingrandrapids - Fitness, travel, and event influencer Rachel Greiner - Marketing Manager, Experience Grand Rapids, and influencer expert Don’t miss out on hearing their unique perspectives on influencer partnerships! Register by October 22 to save your spot! 🎟️ Members: $25 | Future Members: $35 | Students: FREE 📅 Event Date: October 26 https://lnkd.in/gz5z_SnR #InfluencerMarketing #GrandRapidsInfluencers #PRSA #WMPRSA

Good news! ⏳ The deadline for the PRSA-ECD Diamond Awards has been extended to Friday, Oct. 4! 💎 This is your second chance to showcase your best PR work and earn well-deserved recognition. If you've won a chapter award, submitting is a breeze—don't miss out! 👇 Check out the full details below: