Philadelphia Public Relations Association

Kory Aversa is known for attracting well-known clients. Join #PPRA and Ernest Owens on 10/28 for an hour with Kory to learn how he's navigating the pandemic for his clients with sensitivity and creativity. Register here: https://ppra.net/event-4011144

With only weeks to go before the election, join PPRA as we dive in to all things PR and politics with an expert panel discussion. Hear from expert panelists including: - Robert Johnson, Partner, RIESTER Public Affairs (Arlington, VA) - Lauren Cristella, Chief Advancement Officer, Committee of Seventy... - Ronica Cleary, President, Cleary Strategies - John Mitchell, communications and research for Philadelphia Councilmember Cherelle Parker Event will be moderated by Jason Springer, President of JRS Strategies. Register here: https://ppra.net/event-4011121

Win an award? Speaking on a panel? Landed an amazing new gig? Know of a journalist or reporter making a major move? Don't forget to share! Email us your good news at [email protected] to be featured in our next e-newsletter.

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The Philadelphia Public Relations Association remembers member Ross Brinkert, PhD, who passed away on August 20. Ross was an associate professor of corporate communication at Penn State Abington. He is remembered by a colleague as an archetype of grace, integrity, courage, kindness, humility and humanity. Ross was married and had two daughters. A memorial fund has been set up for his children’s education. Go to UGift.com and enter code: 98P-V2T.... A Memorial Service is set for Tuesday, September 8 at 4 p.m. at Cairnwood Estate, 1005 Cathedral Road in Huntingdon Valley, PA. The proceedings will also stream virtually. More information can be found at rossbrinkert.com. A tribute to him can also be found at this link at the Penn State Abington website: https://news.psu.edu//abington-mourns-loss-beloved-profess

Don't miss this! Our next panel on Sept. 1 is all about education communications during COVID-19. Register: https://ppra.net/event-3923890 We're excited to chat with: Pulitzer Prize Winner Kristen Graham, Education Reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer Andrew Ujifusa, Asst. Editor at Education Week... Amy Buckman, Director of School and Community Relations Lower Merion School District Monica Lewis, Deputy Chief of Communications for the School District of Philadelphia Huge thank you to PPRA Hall of Fame member Gregg Feistman of Klein College of Media and Communication at Temple University for moderating this discussion.

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER Join us tomorrow from 5-6 p.m. for a discussion with some of Philadelphia’s top voices in digital-only media. Sarah Maiellano (freelance writer and PR consultant) moderates a panel with Danya Henninger (Billy Penn), Sabrina Vourvoulias (Generocity), and Hal Donnelly (CEO of PhillyVoice) on all things digital.... https://ppra.net/event-3933548

COVID-19 has put a spotlight on the challenges facing our educational system. But where do things go from here? Join PPRA Hall of Famer and Klein College of Media and Communication at Temple University professor Gregg Feistman for a panel discussion featuring experiences and outlooks from confirmed panelists Kristen Graham (Philadelphia Inquirer), Amy Buckman (Lower Merion School District), Monica Lewis (School District of Philadelphia) and Andrew Ujifusa (Education Week). https://ppra.net/event-3923890

Online media hits today can be as powerful as the front cover stories of yesterday, but what's next for digital? We’ve lined up some of Philadelphia’s top voices in digital-only media to chat about the media landscape and answer your most pressing pitching questions. Join Danya Henninger (Billy Penn), Sabrina Vourvoulias (Generocity), and moderator Sarah Maiellano (freelance writer and PR consultant) for a panel on all things digital.... https://ppra.net/event-3933548

Do you recognize the man behind the lens? It's Philly's lone paparazzo, HughE Dillon, an influencer of significant proportions and great friend of PR pros around the region. Learn more about HughE in our latest Between You and MEdia blog, written by Alexa Johnson. https://pprablog.com//between-you-and-media-with-hughe-di/

MEMBERS ONLY - PPRA Virtual Happy Hour Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2020 Time: 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. It has been a complex spring and summer, managing through concurrent crises, economic uncertainty, and ever-changing job descriptions for communications professionals. Let's get together, talk, and support one another. Bring your favorite beverage or snack! Register now--attendance is limited to 25. https://ppra.net/event-3927525