READY: Crisis Communication Workshop
FBCH / One More Child Headquarters 1015 Sikes Blvd., Lakeland, FL, United StatesDealing with organization controversy and crisis in an evolving media world. Are you READY? Join the Florida Public Relations Association to start your plan for dealing with organization controversy and crisis in an evolving media world. Expert public relations professionals will share experiences and guide you through a table top exercise designed to empower you […]
Volunteer Opportunity: Clean-Up at Lake Hunter
Hillcrest Coffee 119 Hillcrest St., Lakeland, FL, United StatesThe Dick Pope / Polk County Chapter is partnering with Hillcrest Coffee to help clean up Lake Hunter. This is a great opportunity to do some good for your community and better get to know your chapter members. Plus, each volunteer gets a complimentary coffee! Volunteers will meet at Hillcrest Coffee at 8:30 a.m., then […]
July Monthly Meeting: The Impact of Strategic Storytelling
Fresco's Downtown Lakeland 132 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL, United StatesFrom mega yachts in Italy to the slums in Central America, Andy McEntire’s work as a filmmaker has taken him all over the world. Andy will share lessons he has learned throughout his journey as a storyteller and entrepreneur.
August Coffee Meetup
Black & Brew at Lake Morton 100 Lake Morton Dr., Lakeland, FL, United StatesCoffee Meetups are a great opportunity to seek advice or feedback on a project, brainstorm strategy, or simply get to know other chapter members. Members and non-members are welcome to join. Please join us at Black & Brew at Lake Morton (located in the Lakeland Public Library) on August 21st from 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. […]
September Monthly Meeting: Annual Officer Installation and Awards Ceremony
Terrace Hotel 329 E Main St, Lakeland, FL, United StatesNew State President and Universal Orlando Resort Senior Public Relations Director Alyson Lundell, APR, CPRC, will install the 2019-2020 Board of Directors for the Dick Pope / Polk County Chapter, share her vision for the statewide FPRA organization in the upcoming year, and provide a behind-the-scenes look at some of her team’s most successful public relations efforts such as Halloween Horror Nights.
October Professional Development Meeting: SUN ‘n FUN
SUN 'n FUN 4175 Medulla Rd, Lakeland, FL, United StatesCarol Cali, Director of Marketing and Media Relations, will share some insights and experiences as to the organization's success and lessons learned.
October Coffee Meetup
Starbucks (Bartow) 1590 N Broadway Ave, Bartow, FL, United StatesCoffee Meetups are a great opportunity to seek advice or feedback on a project, brainstorm strategy, or simply get to know other chapter members. Members and non-members are welcome to join. Please join us at Starbucks in Bartow (1590 N Broadway Ave, Bartow, FL 33830) on October 17 from 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. This event […]
Social: ISO Spooky Symphony
Youkey Theatre, RP Funding Center 701 W Lime St, Lakeland, FL, United StatesMusic tells a story, and some stories are spooky! With loud noises and creepy sounds, hear some of the most beautiful scary music ever written as the ISO presents “Spooky Symphony.”
November Monthly Meeting: Compelling Connections – How and Why Your Influence Matters
Terrace Hotel 329 E Main St, Lakeland, FL, United StatesIn this fun and inspiring presentation, author, game designer and filmmaker, Tim Walsh screens clips from his documentary film, OPERATION: Operation, and discusses the themes of play, connection and vulnerability, culminating in the claim that our influence matters more than we realize.
November Coffee Meetup: Image Awards
Black & Brew 205 E. Main St., Lakeland, FL, United StatesHave you wanted to submit an Image Award, but not sure where to start? Wondered which project would be best or what the process is really like? Bring your project ideas and questions. Stay tuned for additional Image Coffee Meet-ups!