Florida Strawberry Festival Sneak Peek

Grimes Agricultural Building 2508 W. Oak Ave, Plant City, United States

Strawberries, 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 States

Let’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 […]

March Coffee Meet-Up: Black & Brew

Black & Brew 205 E. Main St., Lakeland, FL, United States

Join us at Unfiltered Bartow to catch up with your fellow FPRA members!

April Monthly Meeting: Media Training the C-Suite

Polk Museum of Art 800 E Palmetto Street, Lakeland, FL, United States

In 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 […]

April Mix & Mingle: The Union Taproom

The Union Taproom 245 W Central Ave #102, Winter Haven, FL, United States

Come pull up a chair and enjoy a drink with your fellow FPRA members at The Union Taproom in Winter Haven!

May Monthly Meeting: Higher Education Panel

My Office & More 122 East Main Street, Lakeland, FL, United States

Universities 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 […]

May Coffee Meet-Up: Concord Coffee

Concord Coffee 1037 S Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL, United States

Join us at Concord Coffee to catch up with your fellow FPRA members!

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 […]