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Fourteen members of the Dick Pope–Polk County Chapter joined peers from across Florida for FPRA’s 2025 PR & Comms Summit at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, August 3–6. From mainstage moments to skill-building breakouts, Summit delivered fresh ideas and plenty to celebrate. fpra.org Our first days included the Sunday Welcome and Monday Presidents’ Luncheon, where…
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Kelly Rote, Communications Specialist for Polk County Tourism & Sports Marketing (PCTSM) also known as Visit Central Florida. FPRA Member Since 2010 What was your first job in public relations and what is your current job? My first PR Job is also my current job (Communications Specialist with PCTSM). I get to tell the story…
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During FPRA’s Annual Conference, our past president Joe McLeod of McLeod Communications, LLC sat down with Edelman Chief Strategist Lynn Hanessian to talk about the future of public relations. Edelman is a global communications firm that partners with businesses and organizations to evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. Check out Joe’s key takeaways…
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The ADA requires not only wheelchair ramps, accessible parking spaces, grab bars, and pool lifts, but also accessible websites and mobile sites.
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My Objectives… At our board installation last month I outlined my three main focuses for my presidency. In case you missed it, I have outlined them below: Financial Sustainability – We are in great shape financially, thanks to previous fundraisers and conservative spending. I would like to pour more money into our members. In order…
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The Dick Pope/Polk County Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association invites Chapter members to apply for a scholarship to attend FPRA’s annual conference To apply, send a (no more than) two-page letter to the scholarship committee answering the following questions. Letters must be at least 10 point font, double spaced and pages must be…
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Make a list, check it twice, and get a chance to win a little “gold” foryour Image Award entry fee! Think about your best PR programs, printed and digital tools from 2018 – projects that could potentially be turned into Image Award entries. Make a list of your best projects – you just need…
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Approved at the June 8, 2017, board meeting of the DP/PC Chapter of FPRA, the following members are nominated to serve on the 2017/2018 Board of Directors. In accordance with the bylaws, the Chapter shall hold annual elections of officers at a regular or special meeting prior to the Annual Meeting of the Association. A…
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Guest speaker Bob McKay, the founder of McKay Advertising and Activation, shared the latest trends and technological developments within the ever-changing world of digital media at the May 17 meeting of Dick Pope/Polk County chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association sponsored by Florida Southern College. FPRA members and guests learned how McKay harnesses digital…
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Several awards were presented during the Florida Public Relations Association’s Dick Pope/ Polk County chapter meeting on April 19, 2017. The awards recognized service in the community, distinction in public relations programs and leadership within the chapter. A summary of achievements and award plaques were presented by chapter President Elect, Erin Knothe. Dick Pope/Polk County…