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SUMMARY:Member Exclusive: Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Fox 5 San Diego/KUSI Studios
DESCRIPTION:PRSA SD/IC is pleased to present an exclusive\, members only behind-the-scenes tour of the newly renovated Fox 5 San Diego/KUSI studios. Assignment Desk Manager Lilliana Arreguin is pulling back the curtain to share a typical day at the studio\, as well as best pitching practices and current hot story topics. Only 10 tickets are available\, so get moving! \nBuy tickets \nEVENT DETAILS \nDate: Wednesday\, April 22\, 2026 \nTime: 12 – 1 p.m. \nLocation: \nFOX 5 News/KUSI – San Diego\n\n4575 Viewridge Avenue \nSan Diego\, CA 92123
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/member-exclusive-behind-the-scenes-tour-of-fox-5-san-diego-kusi-studios/
LOCATION:Fox 5 News/KUSI Studios\, 4575 Viewridge Avenue\, San Diego\, 92131\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Celebration of 2025 Edward L. Bernays Mark of Excellence Awards
DESCRIPTION:The Board of Directors for the PRSA San Diego Imperial Counties Chapter invites you to join us as we celebrate winners for the 2025 Edward L. Bernays Mark of Excellence Awards. Tickets for our New Year’s celebration – Shine Together – are now available!\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there to celebrate our fellow communicators and public relations professionals who have shone brightly over the last year.\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all professionals within our industry\, regardless of award submission\, as we kick off a fresh start to 2026 and honor our beloved PRSA San Diego Imperial Counties Chapter. \nThe celebration will take place at Encore Events Center\, located in the historic XETV 6 studios in Kearny Mesa. We will begin with a cocktail hour\, tray-passed appetizers and complimentary headshots taken by our event photographer from 5 to 6 p.m. The awards ceremony itself will begin promptly at 6 p.m. \nTickets are on Sale Now! – Reserve your Spot Here \nEVENT DETAILS \nDate: Tuesday\, Jan. 6\, 2026 \nTime: 5 to 8 p.m. \nLocation: \nEncore Events Center\, The Loft \n8253 Ronson Road \nSan Diego\, CA 92111 \nAttire: Business Casual \nParking and ADA Access: Encore Events Center offers 70 dedicated parking spots\, which are free for all guests. There is free street parking as well. Elevators are available to reach the event space itself. \nTicket Prices: \n\n$30 members\n$45 non-members\n$150 table of eight\nStudents can join for free\n\nPurchase Tickets Here  \nPROGRAM \n5 to 6 p.m.: Cocktail hour\, tray-passed appetizers\, networking\, complimentary headshots \n6 to 7:30 p.m.: Edward L. Bernays Mark of Excellence Awards Ceremony \n7:30 to 8 p.m.: Networking/Event Concludes \nACCESIBILITY \nWe strive to host inclusive\, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. If you need further assistance or special accommodations to participate in this event\, please contact us at prsasdic.adm@gmail.com as soon as possible. \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES \nPRSA San Diego/Imperial Counties relies on the generosity and commitment of our sponsors to successfully deliver professional development and networking opportunities that provide value to our members. Your sponsorship brings us closer to achieving our long- and short-term goals. \nNEW! 2026 Friends of PRSA SDIC Event Sponsorship Package | $250 \nThis year\, we have introduced a new sponsorship package designed to make awards sponsorship\, attendance and engagement more accessible. Benefits include: \n\n10 free tickets to the event ($300 value)\nOpportunity to present an award and provide comments about what PRSA SD/IC means to your organization/what you want to help create going forward advance the profession\nOfficial acknowledgement of your sponsorship at event; Your logo on a sponsor slide shown at the event\nYour logo and URL on Bernays Awards event webpage (one-year listing)\nLogo on our sponsor webpage and site-wide scrolling footer (one-year listing; link to sponsor webpage included in our weekly newsletter)\nRecognition as a sponsor on our social media accounts:\n\n\nFacebook – 1 post\nTwitter – 3 tweets\nInstagram & LinkedIn – 2 posts\nOpportunity to provide a materials/information to event guests during the event (via QR code(s) in program\, printed materials/handouts)\n\nProgram Sponsorship Package | $300 \n\n10 free tickets to the event ($300 value)\nFull page ad in program (designed by sponsor)\nOpportunity to present an award and provide comments about what PRSA SD/IC means to your organization/what you want to help create going forward advance the profession\nOfficial acknowledgement of your sponsorship at event; Your logo on a sponsor slide shown at the event\nYour logo and URL on Bernays Awards event webpage (one-year listing)\nLogo on our sponsor webpage and site-wide scrolling footer (one-year listing; link to sponsor webpage included in our weekly newsletter)\nRecognition as a sponsor on our social media accounts:\n\n\nFacebook – 2 post\nTwitter – 4 tweets\nInstagram & LinkedIn – 3 posts\nOpportunity to provide a materials/information to event guests during the event (via QR code(s) in program\, printed materials/handouts\n\nPackages can be customized to best meet the needs of sponsors. For more information\, contact Blake Nelson\, APR at blakenelsonapr@gmail.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/celebration-of-2025-edward-l-bernays-mark-of-excellence-awards/
LOCATION:Encore Events Center\, The Loft\, 8253 Ronson Road\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Connect Over Craft: PRSA SD/IC Summer Social
DESCRIPTION:Join your PRSA SD/IC friends and colleagues to socialize\, network and toast the end of summer. \nWhether you’re a longtime PRSA member\, a new professional\, or just curious about getting involved\, this is the perfect opportunity to meet peers\, exchange ideas\, and grow your network — all while enjoying a pint at one of San Diego’s most iconic breweries. \nWhy Attend: \n\nMix and mingle with PR\, marketing\, and communications professionals across San Diego\nBuild your network in a fun\, casual setting\nLearn more about PRSA SD/IC’s upcoming events and opportunities to get involved\n\nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/connect-over-craft-prsa-sd-ic-summer-social/
LOCATION:AleSmith Brewing Company\, 9990 AleSmith Court\, San Diego\, CA\, 92126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Decoding AI's Role in PR: Expert Perspectives on Emerging Trends
DESCRIPTION:Delve into the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence on Public Relations. \nIn this engaging webinar\, we will delve into the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence on Public Relations. As AI technologies rapidly evolve\, PR professionals face both unprecedented challenges and exciting opportunities. This session aims to address pressing questions and provide actionable insights to navigate this dynamic landscape. \nJoin our esteemed panelists: \n\nAnthony D’Angelo\, APR\, Fellow\, PRSA past-chair and professor of practice S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications\, Syracuse University\nKelly Vann\, Chief of Staff for Rotary & Mission Systems Communications\, Lockheed Martin\nKevin Dulaney\, Executive Vice President\, Global Head of Technology\, SourceCode Communications\n\nKey Discussion Points: \n\nExploring AI’s Potential in PR: Learn how AI technologies are impacting content creation\, audience engagement\, and campaign analytics.\nEthical Implications and Intellectual Property: Examine ethical challenges associated with AI in PR\, including issues of authenticity\, transparency\, data privacy\, and the protection of intellectual property.\nNavigating Challenges and Pitfalls: Identify potential risks\, such as bias in AI algorithms\, misinformation\, and the erosion of human connection\, and explore strategies to mitigate these challenges.\n\nJoin us for an informative session featuring industry experts who will share their experiences and strategies for effectively leveraging AI in PR. This webinar is designed for PR professionals and students seeking to stay ahead in an AI-driven industry. \nThis event is FREE for students. \nZoom Info:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83329253876?pwd=TDZzqRQrDGPY6bCOJHpOCeFDO7nFOp.1
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/decoding-ais-role-in-pr-expert-perspectives-on-emerging-trends/
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CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Fall 2024 APR Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:October \nOur chapter is offering a FREE\, 3-night virtual APR boot camp from Monday\, September 30 to Wednesday\, October 2 to help you prepare to succeed and earn your Accreditation in Public Relations! Experienced Chapter APRs will walk you through what you need to know to be successful\, from a download on the Knowledge\, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) to how to prepare your portfolio submission for the Panel Presentation\, the point-of-entry for Accreditation candidates. \nThe Accreditation in PR credential signifies that you are an experienced professional and an ethical leader who adheres to the highest standards in our industry. \nPlease find details below and email Cheryl Robinson at cprobinson [at] ucsd [dot] edu to RSVP. \nSession One: Monday\, September 30 @ 4:30 to 7 p.m. PDT\n• PR as a management function\n• History of PR\n• Communication models & theories \nSession Two: Tuesday\, October 1 @ 4:30 to 7 p.m. PDT\n• Research\n• Law & ethics\n• Crisis comms\n• Media relations \nSession Three: Wednesday\, October 2 @ 4:30 to 7 p.m. PDT\n• 4-step planning process\n• Exam and Readiness Review prep tips
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/fall-2024-apr-bootcamp/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240516
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SUMMARY:Spring 2024 APR Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:May \nOur chapter is offering a FREE\, 3-night virtual APR boot camp from Monday\, May 13 to Wednesday\, May 15 to help you prepare to succeed and earn your Accreditation in Public Relations! Experienced Chapter APRs will walk you through what you need to know to be successful\, from a download on the Knowledge\, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) to how to prepare your portfolio submission for the Panel Presentation\, the point-of-entry for Accreditation candidates. \nThe Accreditation in PR credential signifies that you are an experienced professional and an ethical leader who adheres to the highest standards in our industry. \nPlease find details below and email Cheryl Robinson at cprobinson [at] ucsd [dot] edu to RSVP. \nSession One: Monday\, May 13 @ 4:30 to 7 p.m. PDT\n• PR as a management function\n• History of PR\n• Communication models & theories \nSession Two: Tuesday\, May 14 @ 4:30 to 7 p.m. PDT\n• Research\n• Law & ethics\n• Crisis comms\n• Media relations \nSession Three: Wednesday\, May 15 @ 4:30 to 7 p.m. PDT\n• 4-step planning process\n• Exam and Readiness Review prep tips
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/spring-2024-apr-bootcamp/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Navigating the PR Workplace in 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join PRSA San Diego/Imperial Counties for a networking event and panel discussion on how to navigate the public relations workplace in 2024. \nIn today’s rapidly evolving media landscape\, PR professionals face a variety of challenges and opportunities. From leveraging cutting-edge industry tools to mastering media and influencer relations\, navigating partnerships\, prioritizing mental wellness\, and excelling in client communication\, this event will equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed to thrive in the PR workplace. \nNetworking begins at 5:30 p.m. and the panel discussion will begin at 6 p.m. \n\nPanelists: \n\nStaci Reidinger\, APR(M) – Executive Director\, Cause San Diego and President\, Reidinger PR\nJerry McCormick – Senior Public Information Officer\, City of San Diego\nMichelle Brubaker – Director of Media Relations\, UC San Diego Health\nTerra Girvin – Account Director at J Public Relations\n\n\n$10 for non-members\nFree for members and students
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/navigating-the-pr-workplace-in-2024/
LOCATION:J/PR\, 2341 Fifth Avenue\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Trending: Fun Social Media Tactics to Build Positive Brand Sentiment
DESCRIPTION:Fun and unexpected social media tactics that help build positive brand sentiment\n\n\nAbout the panel \nThrough this webinar\, our attendees will get: \n\nAn understanding of what community management looks like in organizations of different sizes (from a social media giant to a local health clinic)\nExamples of tactics to maintain your social media community engaged\nTips for how your brand can adopt an in-platform voice (ready to make a meme?)\nResources (newsletters and social media influencers) to stay updated on social platforms and trending content\nThoughts for the expects on why timely and consistent engagement leads to increased positive brand sentiment (and how to do it when you have other priorities\, too)\nMore tactics (!) for collaborating with content producers and copywriters\n\nAbout PRSA SD/IC \nPRSA SD/IC is one of more than 100 chapters within the Public Relations Society of America\, the world’s largest and foremost organization of public relations professionals. The chapter maintains a broad range of professional development activities to strengthen the professionalism of its members. Members represent a wide range of experience levels\, and practice areas including corporate\, agency\, government\, nonprofit and education. \nPanelists \n\nJanine Davis\, Manager\, Brand Social\, XX Artists\nAngela Elo-Rivera\, Media Communications Specialist\, UC San Diego AntiViral Research Center\nRamel Wallace\, Senior Community Manager\, BAM\nAdriana Heldiz\, Multimedia Producer\, Voice of San Diego\n\nIf you are not able to register online via credit card\, send a registration RSVP via email to Maggie Padilla at prsa.maggie@gmail.com. Payment can be made prior to the event by check or credit card (VISA\, MasterCard and American Express). Checks can be mailed to PRSA SD/IC\, P.O. Box 28512\, San Diego\, CA 92198-0512. \nFor questions\, not reservations\, contact Arturo Garcia at garcia@mopa.org.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/trending-fun-social-media-tactics-to-build-positive-brand-sentiment/
CATEGORIES:Luncheon,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:San Diego's Creative Economy
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that our collective worth to the San Diego economy is $11 Billion? That truly elevates the value of our field. This applies to Communications\, Marketing\, Public Relations\, Journalists\, Designers\, Freelancers and other creatives. \nPRSA San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter invites you to learn about “The Creative Economy.” Virtually enjoy lunch while learning about how your role is supporting San Diego’s industry of creative professionals and the incredible pool of talent we are a part of. \nTake an hour out of your day to get an understanding of this first-of-its-kind study on our industry and what it means to work here\, recruit here and what the future holds. \nPanelists will lead us through an in-depth discussion\, including: Jonathon Glus\, Executive Director for the City of San Diego Arts and Culture Commission; Jordan Latchford\, Research Manager for the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation; Ann Berchtold\, Director of Marketing and Communications for MIG; and Mario Sanguinet\, Research Specialist for Pay Our Interns and a Communication Instructor at Southwestern College. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are not able to register online via credit card\, send a registration RSVP via email to Maggie Padilla. Payment can be made prior to the event by check or credit card (VISA\, MasterCard and American Express). Checks can be mailed to PRSA SD/IC\, P.O. Box 28512\, San Diego\, CA 92198-0512. \n\n\nFor questions\, not reservations\, contact Barb Cosio Moreno. \nView the Creative Economy Study. \n\n\nThank you to our event sponsor\, the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/san-diegos-creative-economy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Luncheon,Professional Development
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