Professional Development
November Monthly Meeting: Changing the Narrative
My Office & More 122 East Main Street, Lakeland, FL, United StatesJoin us for the traditional passing of the gavel and welcome in our new 2023-2024 FRPA Board!
January Monthly Meeting: Healthcare Marketing, Communications and Community Relations
AdventHealth 40100 US Highway 27, Davenport, United StatesJoin us for the traditional passing of the gavel and welcome in our new 2023-2024 FRPA Board!
February Monthly Meeting: Past Presidents Panel
My Office & More 122 East Main Street, Lakeland, FL, United StatesJoin us for the traditional passing of the gavel and welcome in our new 2023-2024 FRPA Board!
Florida Strawberry Festival Sneak Peek
Grimes Agricultural Building 2508 W. Oak Ave, Plant City, United StatesStrawberries, desserts, fair rides, oh my! If you've always wanted to get an exclusive sneak peek at the Florida Strawberry Festival before the waves of people join in the fun, now's your chance! Join Past President, Brian West, for a sneak peak evening of the festival. Spots are limited, so register now to reserve yours! […]
March Monthly Meeting: Where Does Your Brand Stand?
My Office & More 122 East Main Street, Lakeland, FL, United StatesLet’s explore the essence of branding! I'll cover the key aspects of branding like your personality—your values, purpose, and culture—and dive into the fun side with logos, colors, fonts, and style. Ever wonder if your brand's look matches its vibe? We'll help you figure that out and explore if it's time for a tweak or […]
April Monthly Meeting: Media Training the C-Suite
Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto Street, Lakeland, FL, United StatesIn his presentation, How to Media Train the C-Suite, expert media trainer Joel Staley teaches you how to help your senior executives become better spokespersons. Following are a few of the things you'll learn: - The tell-tale signs that a spokesperson needs additional training. -The situations that require additional training for any spokesperson, including experienced […]
May Monthly Meeting: Higher Education Panel
My Office & More 122 East Main Street, Lakeland, FL, United StatesUniversities are huge entities that require more than just student enrollment to help them thrive and grow. They require loyalty, support, and investment from the students who attend, their families, employees, stakeholders, and supporters. So, how do universities craft thoughtful stories that cultivate these qualities in their communities, encouraging students to attend while retaining their current […]
June Monthly Meeting: Enhancing Community Connections Through Innovative Solutions
Check out our professional development session in June with speaker Katrina Hill, Director of Public Affairs and Communication, City of Winter Haven. Join us for lunch catered by Moe's Southwest Grill. Lunch tickets must be purchased by June 14. During the meeting, we’ll get insight into the power of technology, and hear about Winter Haven’s […]
July Monthly Meeting: Navigating the New Labor Environment
July 17 at 8:30 a.m. Location: 122 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801 Register for event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/935996549877?aff=oddtdtcreator Communications can make or break any labor situation and has never been more important than in this new labor environment. Employers have extra challenges persuading their stakeholders when a conflict between an employer and union occurs. This session will […]
Rescheduled Sept. meeting, now October 4: Board installations and complimentary headshots
Join us on Friday, October 4th at our chapter’s new meeting location, Cleveland Heights Golf Club in Lakeland. The event starts at 11:30 am with a 30-minute social and buffet-style lunch. Be there for a chance to win a gift basket during a complimentary raffle to participants. You may purchase additional raffle tickets to increase […]