Get Certified!
Southeastern University 1000 Longfellow Blvd, Lakeland, FL, United StatesProfessionals interested in studying for the APR (Accredited in Public Relations) exam are encouraged to attend a meeting a 6:00 p.m. Monday, October 22, at Southeastern University. The meeting will be held at Bolin Hall, Room 211. If you plan to attend or have any questions, please contact Sheila Skipper Guzman, APR at saguzman@seu.edu.
Hallowine Social
Revival 119 South Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland, FL, United StatesJoin your fellow FPRA Dick Pope / Polk County chapter members for an evening of cocktails and conversation at our annual Hallowine social event. This event is free to attend and open to non-members. Revival is located in Downtown Lakeland (across from Fresco's) that describes themselves as a "low-key lounge that offers the marriage of […]
FPRA Coffee Meetup
Mitchell's Coffee House 235 N Kentucky Ave., Lakeland, Florida, United StatesOccasionally and from time to time, the fine folks of the Florida Public Relations Association like to enjoy a cup (or four) of coffee. Almost as occasionally and from time to time, those folks also like to talk. You’re invited to experience the intersection of coffee and talking creatively described as a “coffee meetup” on […]
Behind the Scenes of Visual Storytelling
NFocus 1910 Harden Blvd., Suite 109, Lakeland, FL, United StatesAs organizations seek to modernize their marketing and public relations campaigns, it is important to understand how the use of video can be an effective tool in the digital era. Jesse Larson, president of NFocus, will give us an up-close look at the video production process and share how he and his team use visual […]
FPRA DP/PC Holiday Social
Joe McLeod 2657 Woodwind Hills Lane, Lakeland, FL, United StatesPlease join us on Thursday, December 13 from 6 – 8 p.m. for a holiday gathering hosted by our chapter president, Joe McLeod. Bring a simple dish, dessert or drink as we celebrate the season. The event will be at: 2657 Woodwind Hills Lane, Lakeland, 33812 Please RSVP to Joe McLeod at joe@mcleodcommunications.com or 863-944-3586.
Pageantry, Empowerment, and PR
Fresco's Downtown Lakeland 132 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL, United StatesTaylor Tyson, Miss Florida 2018, will share how Miss America empowered her to lead the next generation in pursuing academic excellence, leadership roles, and community outreach initiatives. Registration ends Monday, December 17. Register Now About the Presenter: Taylor is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Florida Atlantic University, accepted to Stetson University’s College of […]
Choose Your Lane, Then Get Ready to Grow
Fresco's Downtown Lakeland 132 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL, United StatesCurious Jane made the decision to specialize in franchises after more than a decade of serving clients in two distinct verticals. Turning down business that didn’t fit the newly narrowed focus was hard to do. But soon, something amazing happened: Prospective clients found Curious Jane because of strong positioning on the website, in advertising and […]
Making a Cultural Connection
Fresco's Downtown Lakeland 132 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL, United StatesAs our society becomes more culturally diverse, companies and organizations must adapt their communication methods to build trust and connect with the public in more meaningful ways. In this presentation, Wilson Camelo will share how audience demographics are shifting and what it means for those of us working in public relations and marketing. Registration ends […]
Triennial Full-Scale Exercise
Lakeland Linder International Airport 3900 Don Emerson Dr, Lakeland, FL, United StatesLakeland Linder International Airport (LAL), in partnership with the Lakeland Fire Department’s (LFD) Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) program, will be holding their Triennial Full Scale Exercise in February of 2019. PCFR will be assisting as mutual aid in this drill and we will also be coordinating volunteers. This full scale exercise tests the effectiveness […]
February Social at Revival
Revival 119 South Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland, FL, United StatesThe Dick Pope/Polk County Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association is hosting a social at Revival on Wednesday, February 27 starting at 5:30 p.m. Located in Downtown Lakeland (just across Kentucky Ave. from Fresco's), Revival describes themselves as a "low-key lounge that offers the marriage of some of Earth’s finest pleasures: fine spirits, beers, […]