Bold Moves. Fresh Perspectives.
The FPRA Dick Pope/Polk County Chapter is where PR, marketing, communications, and events pros sharpen skills, swap ideas, and build real community.
Events
From monthly professional development, to educational (and fun!) fieldtrips, to social networking events, there’s something for every member!
What We’re About
We’re a member-driven chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association focused on practical professional development and genuine connection. From comms strategy to crisis prep, media relations to measurement, we design programs you can use the same day.
Peer community: 50+ local pros across sectors
Hands-on learning: workshops, panels, and site tours
Career momentum: leadership pathways, mentoring, and statewide conference access
Why Join
Practical: Leave every program with best practices you can apply.
Local: Programs tailored to the realities of Polk County organizations.
Connected: Build your circle—Join more than 50 agency, corporate, nonprofit, and public sector peers.
Advancing: Tap leadership roles, speaking opportunities, and the statewide network.
FPRA DPPC Chapter Store
Rep the chapter and support programming at the same time. Our FPRA Dick Pope / Polk County Chapter Store is officially open with apparel, mugs, stickers, notebooks, totes, and more—perfect for events, office days, and gifts. A portion of proceeds helps fund chapter initiatives and scholarships.
