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SUMMARY:PR Pros Give Back: Quality Time with PR Minds 2023
DESCRIPTION:Quality Time with PR Minds Volunteer Registration: Giving Back to San Diego’s Nonprofit Community\n\n\nThe San Diego/Imperial County chapter of PRSA is hosting our annual Quality Time with PR Minds event at 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday\, September 13 at the Better Business Bureau Ignite Center. \nThis event gives PR/communications professionals an opportunity to volunteer their time and talents to help San Diego-area nonprofits reach their communications goals or tackle strategic challenges. PRSA members at all levels of experience and backgrounds are welcome. Whether you have just a few years of experience or are a seasoned professional\, nonprofits can benefit from your bright ideas and experience.  \nYear after year\, PRSA SD/IC hears from participants that this is their favorite event of the year because they’re able to use their expertise to help raise awareness for the great work happening in the San Diego nonprofit community. We also hear that PRSA professionals enjoy brainstorming with other members they don’t get to work with work with on a day-to-day basis.   \nRegister today and stay tuned for more information about the nonprofit organizations participating in this year’s event. \nFull program: \n4:45 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. — Check-in\, Networking and Dinner \n5:15 p.m. — Welcome Comments and Introductions by Chapter President \n5:30 – 7 p.m. — Small Group Sessions with Pros and Nonprofits \nNote: Dinner will be provided. \nYour role: \n1. Identify the type of nonprofit you would most enjoy speaking to based on your background\, expertise and interests.  \n2. Be willing to take some time in advance of the event to assess the nonprofit’s materials\, URL\, past work\, etc. based on what the nonprofit offers  \n3. Come prepared to share advice\, tips and make recommendations over a 90 minute session with the organization based on what the nonprofit requested.  \nYou will be giving feedback and consultation on (Note you don’t have to be an expert on all  of the below): \n\nMedia Relations advice to increase coverage of your organization\nDonor Relations advice to increase donations and strengthen relationships\nEvent Planning to increase attendance and overall success of your events\nBig Picture / Strategic Planning and Communications Assessment to ensure you are communicating effectively through web design\, collateral and campaigns\nInternal/Volunteer Relations to improve employee/volunteer retention\nCrisis Communications to better prepare for any potential disaster.  \n\nAddress: 4747 Viewridge Ave. #200\, San Diego CA 92123  \nThank you to our sponsors Alternative Strategies and particularly the Better Business Bureau for making this great new space available to PRSA.  \nIf you have any questions or require further assistance\, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at arturo.jgs@gmail.com. \nThis is a wonderful and rewarding way to personally give back to those in need by sharing your time and talents. Many of our volunteers share that it’s one of their favorite events that we do as a Chapter. We really need your support! \nNote: Our goal is to recruit 40 Chapter members so that each nonprofit benefits from the feedback of two pros\, which also makes the conversations and brainstorming more lively.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/pr-pros-give-back-quality-time-with-pr-minds-2023/
LOCATION:ignite sparked by BBB\, 4747 Viewridge Avenue\, San Diego\, CA\, 92123\, United States
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SUMMARY:Quality Time with PR Minds 2023
DESCRIPTION:Nonprofit sign-up for two hours of free\, senior-level communications\, public relations\, and outreach consulting. Only 20 spots available.\n\n\nThe San Diego/Imperial County Chapter of Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) is hosting our annual outreach event to help San Diego and Imperial County nonprofits reach their PR/Communication goals. Note: The $50 is a reservation hold. \nThis year’s Quality Time with PR Minds event pairs PR professionals with local nonprofits for an evening of sharing PR best practices\, learning about nonprofit challenges\, and brainstorming tactics to support nonprofit success. \nIMPORTANT: We will email a questionnaire before our session together. It will help the PR pros identify your needs and better prepare to help you. \nThe event is at 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday\, September 13\, at the Better Business Bureau Ignite Center.  \n4:45 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. — Check-in\, Networking and Dinner \n5:15 p.m. — Welcome Comments and Introductions by Chapter President \n5:30 – 7 p.m. — Small Group Sessions with Pros and Nonprofits \nAddress: 4747 Viewridge Ave. #200\, San Diego CA 92123  \nThe program will center on a 1.5 hour working session for PR and nonprofit professionals to team up to tackle the top organizational challenges that can be solved with effective communications and outreach.    \nAt the conclusion of the event\, we encourage participants to exchange contact information and be open to fielding possible follow-up questions. \nTo ensure the engagement of committed participants\, we have implemented a $50 reservation hold requirement. Rest assured\, this charge will only be processed if a registered participant fails to attend the event or cancels within 48 hours of the program. For those who show up or cancel with ample notice\, the reservation hold will be released promptly with no charges incurred. We believe this approach will encourage a dedicated audience that values the opportunity to learn\, share\, and grow together\, without causing any confusion about additional charges. \nThank you to our sponsors  Alternative Strategies and  the Better Business Bureau for making this great new space available to PRSA. Free parking is plentiful at the location. \nIf you have any questions or require further assistance\, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at Julie Smith-Taylor\, APR 760-213-5686\, juliesmithtaylor@gmail.com. \nNotes: This is the nonprofit sign-up. Please only three nonprofit professionals per organization.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/quality-time-with-pr-minds-2023/
LOCATION:ignite sparked by BBB\, 4747 Viewridge Avenue\, San Diego\, CA\, 92123\, United States
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SUMMARY:PRSA SD/IC: Diverse Dialogue Series
DESCRIPTION:PRSA San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter is pleased to host our second Diversity + Inclusion event of the year.\n\n\nABOUT THIS EVENT:  \nPRSA San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter is pleased to host our second Diversity + Inclusion event of the year as part of our Diverse Dialogue Series. \nJune is recognized as Pride month federally and in the State of California. July is the month San Diego celebrates Pride. So what happens the rest of the year? How can you be an ally to the LGBTQ+ community 365 days a year? \nWe invite you to attend a mixer at the historic Diversionary Theatre\, the nation’s third oldest LGBTQ theater. We will gather in the Clark Cabaret for cocktail hour from 5pm to 6pm\, then hear from our panelists of allies and members of the LGBTQ community from 6pm to 7pm. This event is sponsored by our panelists\, Scatena Daniels and Intesa Communications. \nThis series is designed for an enlightening and uplighting evening of diverse voices and professionals in the field of Communications\, Public Relations\, and Marketing. The goal of the series is for members of our community to meet and hear from professionals that have lived experience in navigating their careers while being a person of color\, gender diverse\, expression\, or ability. \nPANELISTS: \n• Margie Newman Tsay\, Founding Partner\, Managing Director Intesa Communications \n• Denise Scatena\, Founding Partner Scatena Daniels Communications \n• Connor Maddocks\, Civil Rights Advocate for the San Diego Transgender community \n• Diego Sanchez\, Chapter Leader of Gay for Good San Diego\, a National\, All LGBTQ volunteer organization \nAGENDA: \n• 5-6 p.m. – Pre-event networking featuring a signature PRSA cocktail \n• 6-7 p.m. – Diverse Dialogue discussions with panelists plus Q+A portion \nPARKING: \nStreet parking is available. \n\n\n\n\nA big thank you to our event sponsors. We appreciate your support.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/prsa-sd-ic-diverse-dialogue-series-3/
LOCATION:Diversionary Theatre\, 4545 Park Boulevard #101\, San Diego\, CA\, 92116\, United States
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SUMMARY:Panel: Different PR Sectors + How to Find the Right Fit for You
DESCRIPTION:What’s it like working in different areas of PR? Experts from popular local sectors share an inside look at their day-to-day roles.\n\n\nABOUT THIS EVENT:  \nFrom lifestyle to higher education\, what is it like working in different areas of PR? Hear from a panel of PR experts to get a look at their day-to-day roles and how to find a PR job that matches your interests. \nAGENDA \n5:30 – 6 p.m. – Networking \n6 – 7 p.m. – Panel discussion \nPANELISTS \nRussell Yost\, Associate Vice President for University Marketing and Communications at the University of San Diego \nKatherine Randall\, Founder of Katalyst PR \nPaul Garcia\, Director of Communications\, San Diego Tourism Authority \nPARKING \nGuests can enter at the West entrance on Marion Way and can park in the West Lot. Or\, parking can be found up the hill on Marian Way along the side of the road. Parking is $2.50/hour until 7 p.m. \nEnter your license information into the parking payment kiosk found in the parking lot or using the parking app. \nA complimentary shuttle will take guests to the top of the hill at the entrance of the Knauss School of Business. If you have any issues finding the space or parking\, please call Elena Gomez from the PRSA Professional Development team at 760-415-6589 \nEVENT SPONSOR \nThis chapter event is sponsored by the University of San Diego’s Media Relations Team.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/panel-different-pr-sectors-how-to-find-the-right-fit-for-you/
LOCATION:University of San Diego: Knauss School of Business Room 320\, 5998 Alcala Park\, San Diego\, CA\, 92110\, United States
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SUMMARY:PRSA SD/IC: Diverse Dialogue Series
DESCRIPTION:PRSA San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter is pleased to host our first Diversity + Inclusion event of the year.\n\n\nABOUT THIS EVENT:  \nPRSA San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter is pleased to kick off our first Diversity + Inclusion event of the year with the Diverse Dialogue Series. Join our panelists for an enlightening and uplighting evening of diverse voices and professionals in the field of Communications\, Public Relations\, and Marketing. The goal of the series is for members of our community to meet and hear from professionals that have lived experience in navigating their careers while being a person of color\, gender diverse\, expression\, or ability.  \nPANELISTS: \n●	Sandy Young\, Vice President\, J. Walcher Communications  \n●	Charlene Siliezar\, Professional Photographer and Creative Director\, Studio Luniste \n●	Jerralyn Davis\, Senior Account Executive\, Global Social and Economic Impact\, BerlinRosen \nAGENDA: \n●	6 p.m. – Pre-event networking with light bites and drinks \n●	6:15 p.m. – Diverse Dialogue discussions with panelists plus Q+A portion \n●	7:15 p.m. – Connect with fellow professionals \nPARKING:There should be ample street parking surrounding our building and by Balboa Park. If not\, there are a couple of paid lots nearby. When you arrive at the J/PR office\, please ring the bell and we will greet you.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/prsa-sd-ic-diverse-dialogue-series-2/
LOCATION:J/PR\, 2341 Fifth Avenue\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230321T120000
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SUMMARY:Why Crisis Communications is Vital for Reputations: A Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:When things go south\, crisis comms pros have to be on top of their game to minimize reputational fallout. Experts share tips and stories.\n\n\nJoin us for a lunch and learn panel discussion moderated by Barb Moreno\, Caltrans Public Affairs Director\, and featuring San Diego International Airport Director of Communications Jonathan Heller\, agency crisis comms pros Intesa Founding Partner Margie Newman\, and Melissa Cameron\, SVP & Partner at Southwest Strategies\, as they share real world – and recent – examples of crisis communications in action.  \nFrom holiday air travel issues that left thousands stranded\, to the human rights implications of discriminatory laws targeting the LGBTQ+ community\, this panel has seen and led successful communications efforts through a wide range of issues. They’ll share their stories\, best practices (sneak peek: stay calm and have a plan)\, along with tips you can use to help minimize the potential for reputational fallout when things go south.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/why-crisis-communications-is-vital-for-reputations-a-panel-discussion/
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SUMMARY:Accreditation in Public Relations Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about the APR process and get started\n\n\nThe APR credential certifies your drive\, professionalism and principles\, setting you apart from your peers and positioning you as a leader and mentor in the competitive public relations field.\n \n \nIf you are interested in pursuing your APR\, join us to learn the value of APR\, how to get started and what the process involves.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/accreditation-in-public-relations-information-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230228T173000
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CREATED:20230206T032509Z
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SUMMARY:PRSA SD/IC Networking 101: Pro Tips from Wright on Communications
DESCRIPTION:Start 2023 on the (W)right Foot. PRSA San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter is pleased to host our first professional development event.\n\n\nPRSA San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter is pleased to kick off our 2023 year of professional development events with a networking 101 mixer. Sponsored by (W)right On Communications\, this event is offered free for all PRSA members.  \nFor some of us\, networking is not our best skill. But nevertheless\, it is a necessary soft skill. Join us for a workshop and breakout groups to help you flex your networking muscles.  \nHelpful tips will include: \n\nIce breakers\nLearning how to start a conversation and keep it going\nHow to ask questions that might lead to a sale\, media opportunity or partnerships\n\nA﻿GENDA: \n\n5 p.m. – Pre-event networking\n5:30-6:30 p.m. – WOC program\, emceed by Corie and joined by Grant\, Aleaha and David\n6:30-7 p.m. – time to put learnings into practice!\n\nYou won’t want to miss this one! We’ll be at the top of a downtown high-rise with 360 views of San Diego and the beautiful bayfront. \nLocation: \n(﻿W)right On Communications – 402 W Broadway 29th Floor\, San Diego\, CA 92101 \nParking: \nStreet parking (paid). Or you can take the trolley! Just a short walk from the Santa Fe Depot via the Blue and One America Plaza via the Orange Line. \nAbout our Sponsor: \n(W)right On Communications\, Inc. is an award-winning California public relations firm. We specialize in integrated strategic communications with locations in Los Angeles\, San Diego\, and a satellite office in Vancouver\, B.C. \nA﻿bout our Hosts: \nGrant Wright\, CEO & Managing Partner \nGrant Wright has more than 30 years of senior management experience including external affairs and business development leadership roles for major American and Canadian corporations and their subsidiaries. With extensive skills in all aspects of communications including media\, regulatory\, governmental\, community outreach and labor relations; he has also led major infrastructure project development\, M&A due diligence and implementation management\, marketing and brand development\, strategic planning and business plan development for small through Fortune 500 companies. \nAs CEO and Managing Partner\, Grant provides oversight and senior-level communications and business counsel for the agency’s client partners while also overseeing agency management and administration. \nDavid Cumpston\, Associate Vice President \nDavid brings more than 20 years of communication experience to (W)right On\, most recently as Associate Vice President at one of the largest PR agencies in the country. Spending most of his career in the Bay Area\, he has developed and managed strategic communications for numerous prominent brands including JP Morgan Chase\, Aramark\, SEGA\, Horizon Organic\, Sutter Health\, UCSF Medical Center\, Stanford Children’s Hospital\, Orbitz\, Best Western\, Walmart and Velodyne Lidar. \nAleaha Kopec\, Senior Communications Strategist \nAleaha focuses on leading our client-partner relationships in our lifestyle division including the agency’s hospitality\, tourism\, senior living\, wellness and education practice areas. Her extensive background in public relations includes experience with highly coveted consumer food and wellness brands as well as the QSR space to healthcare and hospitality brands on both the local and national scale. \nPatricia Maxwell\, Senior Communications Strategist \nPatricia is an award-winning marketing and communication strategist with more than 15 years of experience producing brand content and executing myriad data-driven campaigns that support brand growth for diverse organizations. Her proven track record leverages cutting-edge digital/social analytics tools to optimize communications programs while creating targeted campaigns that lead to high ROI to ensure alignment with organizations’ vision and mission. Patricia’s passionate about building high-performing marketing and communication teams and cultivating strong brand partnerships. She works collaboratively with leadership on creative strategic marketing and communications programs that are both sustainable and successful. \nCorie Fiebiger\, Communications Strategist \nWith more than 10 years of experience in prior marketing roles in the Santa Barbara and Los Angeles markets\, Corie supports the (W)right On team in multi-channel digital marketing\, client relations management\, social media\, copywriting and copyediting\, research and analytics\, media pitching and more.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/prsa-sd-ic-networking-101-pro-tips-from-wright-on-communications/
LOCATION:402 W Broadway 29th floor\, 402 West Broadway\, #29th floor\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
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SUMMARY:Merry and Bright Holiday Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Come be merry and bright with us as we bring our local PR community together for our annual volunteer appreciation holiday mixer!\n\n\nCome be merry and bright with us as we bring our local PR community together for our annual volunteer appreciation holiday mixer! Throw on your favorite (and ugliest) holiday sweater and head to Feast and Fareway on Thursday\, December 7 for a little mixing and mingling and A LOT of toasting to our wonderful volunteers and board members who helped make 2022 special. We’ll also be voting on the proposed 2023 leadership slate at the event as a part of our chapter’s Annual Meeting. QR codes will be available at the event for you to scan and cast your vote virtually. \nWe hope you can join us and help us reflect on what a terrific year we’ve had and celebrate all that’s to come in 2023. \nAs a thank you to our members and volunteers\, this event is free. Thank you to our wonderful event partner\, Feast and Fareway\, for hosting this year’s volunteer appreciation event. \nHealth Advisory \nTo keep our community safe\, masks and vaccines are recommended but not required. Thank you for helping us slow the spread of COVID-19 and Flu in our community. \nContact Membership Chair Rachel McGuire\, APR at rachel@rmgcomm.com with questions.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/merry-and-bright-holiday-mixer/
LOCATION:Feast and Fareway\, 2000 Visalia Row\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221115T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221115T210000
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SUMMARY:2022 Edward L. Bernays Mark of Excellence Awards: Emanating Excellence
DESCRIPTION:PRSA SD/IC’s annual award ceremony recognizing outstanding public relations professionals\, campaigns\, strategies and tactics.\n\n\nWe hope you can join us for our 2022 Edward L. Bernays Mark of Excellence Awards! All winners will be announced at our in-person Bernays Awards program at San Diego State University. \nDuring the ceremony\, we’ll announce this year’s Bronze and Silver\, Best of Show and Special Award winners who have made significant contributions to the public relations profession in San Diego and Imperial Counties and have emanated excellence during a challenging time. \nNEW THIS YEAR: \n\nEmcee: NBC 7 San Diego Reporter Joe Little\nSpecial Message from PRSA National Chair Dr. Felicia Blow\nKeynote: Janedra Sykes\, Partner\, Leadership and Organizational Development Lead of the Arboretta Group. Janedra has worked with the PRSA San Diego/Imperial Counties Board of Directors on our D&I initiatives since 2020\nComplimentary Headshots by Vänner Photo & Design\n\nJoin us as we celebrate the winners\, catch up with friends and colleagues\, and enjoy the night! \nAll winners are encouraged to pick up their trophies at the in-person event. Alternative pick up location(s) will also be offered after the event for those who are unable to join the celebration in person
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/2022-edward-l-bernays-mark-of-excellence-awards-emanating-excellence/
LOCATION:San Diego State University Alumni Center\, 5250 55th Street\, San Diego\, CA\, 92182\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220922T130000
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CREATED:20220909T030559Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate PRSA's Ethics Month with Author Paula Pedene\, APR\, PRSA Fellow
DESCRIPTION:September is PRSA’s National Ethics Awareness Month. Our Code of Ethics is designed to guide us as professional public relations practitioners to do the right thing\, to do no harm and to stand up for what is morally and ethically right.  \nPaula Pedene\, APR\, Fellow PRSA is a decorated U.S. Navy Veteran with military service during both the Cold War and Operation Desert Storm. During her service\, she discovered management’s unethical practices of keeping a false waiting list at the Phoenix VA. After raising numerous concerns internally\, that fell on deaf ears\, Paula knew she would need to take bolder moves to stop management’s unethical behavior.  \nPaula will discuss her experience\, which she detailed in her book\, “A Sacred Duty\,” a first-person account of her whistleblower journey and the challenges she faced spiritually\, physically and emotionally. Please join us for the virtual event below to hear her riveting story. \nTo learn more about Paula\, feel free to visit her website. \nRegister here >>>
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/celebrate-prsas-ethics-month-with-author-paula-pedene-apr-prsa-fellow-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220921T130000
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SUMMARY:Pitch Perfect: The Lifecycle of a Story from Inbox to Live at 5
DESCRIPTION:Former Fox 5 producer Kelly Biele shares the lifecycle of a pitch in today’s newsroom\, her worst pitches and making your pitch stand out.\n\n\nJoin us for a lunch and learn when former Fox 5 producer Kelly Biele leads a conversation with her colleague and shares insights on how to – and especially not to – pitch today’s media. In their years covering news\, they’ve seen pitches that range from good\, to bad\, to downright ugly. They’ll take us through what our media savvy members should know about the lifecycle of a pitch in today’s news room\, highlight the top 10 worst pitches they’ve ever received and share tips on how to craft a pitch that keeps you off of the worst list and in today’s news.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/pitch-perfect-the-lifecycle-of-a-story-from-inbox-to-live-at-5-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220823T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220823T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20220821T192744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220821T192744Z
UID:5181-1661274000-1661277600@prsasdic.org
SUMMARY:2022 Bernays Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to submit your best work into PRSA SD/IC’s annual The Edward L. Bernays Mark of Excellence Awards\n\n\nLearn how to submit your best work for PRSA SD/IC’s annual The Edward L. Bernays Mark of Excellence Awards\, which recognize the expertise and dedication of public relations professionals within San Diego and Imperial Counties.  \nPRSA SD/IC Past President\, Vice President of Southwest Strategies and multiple Bernays awards winner Hope Ditto Reilly will give tips on crafting submissions and answer questions to help this be an award-winning season for your organization.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/2022-bernays-information-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220816T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220816T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20220713T073431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T020345Z
UID:5044-1660671000-1660674600@prsasdic.org
SUMMARY:Your Next Move: Career Journey Chat with Mid-City CAN's Ron Sanchez
DESCRIPTION:Meet up at Mujeres Brew House in Barrio Logan and speak with Mid-City CAN’s Ron Sanchez about nonprofit PR and marketing careers.\n\n\nYour Next Move is a career-mobility event series created by PRSA SD/IC’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee for communicators and creatives in San Diego\, Imperial Counties and Tijuana. \n \nDuring this event\, attendees will get:  \n\nAn opportunity to see themselves in this organization or other nonprofits as PR or marketing professionals one day\nA 20-minute career journey chat from a staff member at Mid-City CAN and an opportunity to ask questions\n\nAbout Mid-City CAN: \nMid-City CAN is a community-based organization located in City Heights that focuses on police accountability\, improving transportation\, advocating for juvenile justice\, and building community power. \n \nAbout the speaker: \n\n\n\nRon Sanchez has spent most of his life working in communications and creating art. He has worked for organizations such as USA Today\, PR Newswire\, and presently Mid-City CAN as a media specialist. Away from work\, Ron enjoys being involved in the community and is a volunteer for the ACLU\, loves playing with musicians\, \, and is often seen around town with his DSLR camera. \nFor questions\, not reservations\, contact Arturo Garcia at arturo.jgs@gmail.com.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/your-next-move-mid-city-can-career-journey-w-media-specialist-ron-sanchez/
LOCATION:Mujeres Brew House\, 1983 Julian Ave\, San Diego\, CA\, 92113\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220809T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220809T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20220713T073429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T073430Z
UID:5037-1660065300-1660068000@prsasdic.org
SUMMARY:Your Next Move: Agency tour + career chat with Community Boost
DESCRIPTION:Your Next Move is a career-mobility series for communicators and creatives in the San Diego\, Imperial Counties and Tijuana regions.\n\n\nThrough this event\, our attendees will get:  \nA tour from the agency Community Boost \nAn opportunity to see themselves in this organization\, especially with the digital marketing apprenticeship opening  \nA 20-minute career journey chat from a staff member at Community Boost  \nAbout Community Boost: \nCommunity Boost is a digital marketing agency that works with nonprofits of all sizes and sectors to accelerate and scale online revenue and impact. Learn more at https://www.communityboost.org/ \nFor questions\, not reservations\, contact Arturo Garcia at arturo.jgs@gmail.com.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/your-next-move-agency-tour-career-chat-with-community-boost/
LOCATION:Community Boost Consulting\, 1420 Kettner Boulevard\, #suite 100\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220720T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220720T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20220707T035058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T073428Z
UID:5023-1658338200-1658343600@prsasdic.org
SUMMARY:Your Next Move: San Diego/Imperial Counties PRSA PR Pride Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Happy Pride San Diego! The Board of Directors of PRSA would like to invite you to a PR Pride night mixer.\n\n\nIf you’re a PR\, Communications or Marketing pro who identifies as LGBTQ+ – or identify as an ally of the LGBTQ community – we want to raise our glasses with you.  \nLet’s meet at the Diversionary Theater\, the third-oldest LGBTQ+ theatre in the United States\, and enjoy a special PR Pride cocktail in their new Clark Cabaret and get together to catch up with one another. It’s important to recognize why Pride matters and how we can continue to create safe spaces for one another. \nYour Next Move is a career-mobility series for communicators and creatives in the San Diego\, Imperial Counties and Tijuana regions. It’s produced by PRSA SD/IC’s Diversity and Inclusion committee. Are you ready for your next move?
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/san-diego-imperial-counties-prsa-pr-pride-mixer/
LOCATION:Diversionary Theatre\, 4545 Park Boulevard #101\, San Diego\, CA\, 92116\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220622T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220622T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20220517T221734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T221739Z
UID:4882-1655917200-1655924400@prsasdic.org
SUMMARY:PR Pros Give Back: Annual Quality Time with PR Minds Event
DESCRIPTION:Quality Time with PR Minds Volunteer Registration: Giving Back to San Diego’s Nonprofit Community\n\n\nThe San Diego/Imperial County chapter of PRSA is hosting our annual Quality Time with PR Minds event at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday\, June 22 at the Better Business Bureau Ignite Center.  \n \nThis event gives PR/communications professionals an opportunity to volunteer their time and talents to help San Diego-area nonprofits reach their communications goals or tackle strategic challenges. PRSA members at all levels of experience and backgrounds are welcome. Whether you have just a few years of experience or are a seasoned professional\, nonprofits can benefit from your bright ideas and experience.  \n \nYear after year\, PRSA SD/IC hears from participants that this is their favorite event of the year because they’re able to use their expertise to help raise awareness for the great work happening in the San Diego nonprofit community. We also hear that PRSA professionals enjoy brainstorming with other members they don’t get to work with work with on a day-to-day basis.   \n \nRegister today and stay tuned for more information about the nonprofit organizations participating in this year’s event. If you know of a nonprofit organization facing a communications hurdle\, please refer them to Kim Coutts\, kim@civilian.com for consideration.  \nNote: This is the sign-up for PR Pros to provide consulting to nonprofits. If you are a nonprofit\, you can sign up here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/quality-time-with-pr-minds-tickets-337613098867?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/pr-pros-give-back-annual-quality-time-with-pr-minds-event/
LOCATION:ignite sparked by BBB\, 4747 Viewridge Avenue\, San Diego\, CA\, 92123\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220622T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220622T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20220517T221733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T221737Z
UID:4879-1655917200-1655924400@prsasdic.org
SUMMARY:Quality Time with PR Minds
DESCRIPTION:Nonprofit sign-up for two hours of free\, senior-level communications\, public relations\, and outreach consulting\n\n\nThe San Diego/Imperial County Chapter of Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) is hosting our annual outreach event to help San Diego and Imperial County nonprofits reach their PR/Communication goals. This year’s Quality Time with PR Minds event pairs PR professionals with local nonprofits for an evening of sharing PR best practices\, learning about nonprofit challenges\, and brainstorming tactics to support nonprofit success. \n \nThe event is at 5 p.m. on Wednesday\, June 22\, at the Better Business Bureau Ignite Center. The event opens with registration and networking at 5:00 p.m. and the program starting at 5:15 p.m. \nThe program will center on a 1.5 hour working session for PR and nonprofit professionals to team up to tackle the top organizational challenges that can be solved with effective communications and outreach.    \n \nAt the conclusion of the event\, we encourage participants to exchange contact information and be open to fielding possible follow-up questions. \n \nThank you to the Better Business Bureau for making this great new space available to PRSA. Free parking is plentiful at the location and pizza will be provided by Mr. Moto and Kombucha by NOVA   \nNote: This is the nonprofit organization sign-up. If you are a PR Pro looking to provide consulting\, please sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pr-pros-give-back-annual-quality-time-with-pr-minds-event-tickets-337618916267?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/quality-time-with-pr-minds/
LOCATION:ignite sparked by BBB\, 4747 Viewridge Avenue\, San Diego\, CA\, 92123\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220528T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20220517T221732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T221736Z
UID:4876-1653764400-1653768000@prsasdic.org
SUMMARY:RECORDING: Accreditation in PRelations: The What\, Why and How of the APR
DESCRIPTION:Receiving your APR is a great way to set you apart from your peers. Join us for an informational session on the APR process.\n\n\nThinking about getting your Accreditation in Public Relations (APR)? Join us for an APR informational session on April 15th at noon via Zoom. We will have several panelists who have completed the accreditation process share their tips and experiences.  \nBy the end\, attendees will learn:  \n\nThe key steps to participate in the APR journey\nGeneral overview of the panel presentation and the computer-based examination\nHow others have successfully completed the accreditation process\n\nPanelists: \n\nAnne Buckley\, Chief Communications and Marketing Officer at UC San Diego\nAnthony King\, Director of Communications\, Division of Arts and Humanities at UC San Diego\nMichelle Franklin\, Director of Communications\, Division of Physical Sciences at UC San Diego\n\nSponsor: \nWe thank Reliance Public Relations and RMG Communications for sponsoring this event.  \n\n\n\n\nFor questions\, not reservations\, contact Patrick Thelen at pthelen@sdsu.edu. For assistance with ticket purchases\, contact Maggie Padilla at prsa.maggie@gmail.com. \nThe cancellation deadline is April 14\, 2022. No refunds granted after April 15\, 2022.  Non-members who are no-shows will be billed. We will refund through the original payment method only.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/recording-accreditation-in-prelations-the-what-why-and-how-of-the-apr/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20220517T221731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T221734Z
UID:4874-1652875200-1652878800@prsasdic.org
SUMMARY:Why You Need to Create a Strategic Plan
DESCRIPTION:A communications plan allows you to focus on the end game: What action are you asking of your publics and what will get you there?\n\n\nA strategic communications plan allows you to keep the focus on the end game: What action/decision or awareness are you asking of your publics and what strategies will get you there? Creating a communications strategy allows you to decipher when to say ‘yes’ to certain tactics\, and more importantly\, when to say ‘no.’ \nBy the end of the webinar\, attendees will: \n\nLearn the components of a strategic communications plan\nUnderstand the value of research \nSee how a plan boosts your credibility in the C-suite\nGet an opportunity to ask your questions!\n\nPanelists: \n\nAnne Buckley\, APR\, Chief Communications and Marketing Officer\, UC San Diego (moderator)\nMatt Nagel\, APR\, Senior Executive Director of Public Relations\, UC San Diego\nCheryl Robinson\, APR\, Director of Special Communications & Marketing Projects\, UC San Diego\nArturo Garcia\, Manager of Marketing and Communications\, Museum of Photographic Arts
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/why-you-need-to-create-a-strategic-plan/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220428T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220428T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20220408T180727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T212423Z
UID:4816-1651167000-1651172400@prsasdic.org
SUMMARY:PRSA Member Mixer: "Dining Out for Life"
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the PRSA Board & the Community Relations & Advocacy Committee\n\n\nThe PRSA San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter is inviting members to join us for the 16th Annual “Dining out for Life\,” a day full of giving back\, fun and food as some of San Diego’s most generous restaurants\, bars\, coffeehouses and ice cream parlors pledge 25-100% of their sales back to The LGBT Center’s HIV services and programs.\n \n \nPRSA is showing our support by inviting members to stop by for a drink and some networking at Park & Rec from 5:30pm to 7pm. Let’s reconnect for a good cause. Bring your friends!
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/prsa-member-mixer-dining-out-for-life/
LOCATION:Park & Rec\, 4612 Park Boulevard\, San Diego\, CA\, 92116\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220415T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20220219T220651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T211154Z
UID:4660-1650024000-1650027600@prsasdic.org
SUMMARY:Accreditation in Public Relations: The What\, Why and How of the APR
DESCRIPTION:Receiving your APR is a great way to set you apart from your peers. Join us on April 15 for an informational session on the APR process.\n\n\nThinking about getting your Accreditation in Public Relations (APR)? Join us for an APR informational session on April 15th at noon via Zoom. We will have several panelists who have completed the accreditation process share their tips and experiences.  \nBy the end\, attendees will learn:  \n\nThe key steps to participate in the APR journey\nGeneral overview of the panel presentation and the computer-based examination\nHow others have successfully completed the accreditation process\n\nPanelists: \n\nAnne Buckley\, Chief Communications and Marketing Officer at UC San Diego\nAnthony King\, Director of Communications\, Division of Arts and Humanities at UC San Diego\nMichelle Franklin\, Director of Communications\, Division of Physical Sciences at UC San Diego\n\nSponsor: \nWe thank Reliance Public Relations and RMG Communications for sponsoring this event.  \n\n\n\n\nFor questions\, not reservations\, contact Patrick Thelen at pthelen@sdsu.edu. For assistance with ticket purchases\, contact Maggie Padilla at prsa.maggie@gmail.com. \nThe cancellation deadline is April 14\, 2022. No refunds granted after April 15\, 2022.  Non-members who are no-shows will be billed. We will refund through the original payment method only.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/accreditation-in-public-relations-the-what-why-and-how-of-the-apr/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220408T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220408T235900
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20220306T190614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220408T180732Z
UID:4752-1649458800-1649462340@prsasdic.org
SUMMARY:RECORDING: The Future of PR
DESCRIPTION:RECORDING: Hear from the newest voices and minds in public relations: Students\, interns\, apprentices and new pros!\n\n\nThrough this webinar\, our attendees will get:  \n\nTrends and tactics currently being used by this new generation of PR professionals\nPredictions on which new tactics will be key and which are likely to fade \nA chance to listen to our workforce’s next leaders to note what they need from us to thrive and what they expect from the field\nAn opportunity to ask YOUR questions!\n\nPanelists include (more information below:  \n\nMariah  Hugo  (New pro – Katz & Associates)\nAbril Sosa-Pineda (Student – San Diego State) \nKarissa Duran (New pro – Mixte Communications)\nMore panelists to come \n\nPanelist bios:  \n\n\nMariah Hugo builds relationships. She helps her clients reach their local and regional communities as a Junior Account Executive at Katz & Associates. Mariah graduated from San Diego State University and is a proud San Diego native. \n\n\n\nAbril Sosa-Pineda is a public relations specialist who enjoys building connections\, telling compelling stories and rolling with the punches. She is expected to graduate from San Diego State University in May 2022 with a degree in PR. As she continues her professional journey she is determined to create inclusive spaces that generate bold and thoughtful ideas.  \n\n\n\nKarissa strives to change the world by telling its stories. As a Public Relations Account Specialist at Mixte Communications\, Karissa amplifies voices of traditionally marginalized communities and challenges the status quo. Karissa graduated from San Diego State University in 2021 and continues to delve deeper into her passion for Journalism.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/recording-the-future-of-pr/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220310T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220310T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20220224T064250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T010844Z
UID:4688-1646933400-1646937000@prsasdic.org
SUMMARY:March Membership Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first 2022 virtual Member Mixer and Happy Hour!\n\n\nAll you will need is yourself\, your beverage of choice and access to the internet. \nMembers and non-members are welcome to join as we catch up and learn more about each other and what PRSA SD/IC has in store for this year\, including upcoming events and networking opportunities. \nThis event will also give us an opportunity to engage with other members in breakout rooms to maximize our mingling. \nThank you to the Membership Mixer Sponsor – RMG Communications! \n\n\n\nFor questions\, not reservations\, please contact Mariah Hugo at mariahjhugo@gmail.com. For assistance with ticket purchases\, please contact Maggie Padilla at prsa.maggie@gmail.com.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/march-membership-mixer/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220304T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20220215T112028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T205440Z
UID:4624-1646395200-1646398800@prsasdic.org
SUMMARY:The Future of PR
DESCRIPTION:Hear from the newest voices and minds in public relations: Students\, interns\, apprentices and new pros!\n\n\nThrough this webinar\, our attendees will get:  \n\nTrends and tactics currently being used by this new generation of PR professionals\nPredictions on which new tactics will be key and which are likely to fade \nA chance to listen to our workforce’s next leaders to note what they need from us to thrive and what they expect from the field\nAn opportunity to ask YOUR questions!\n\nPanelists include (more about each below):  \n\nMariah  Hugo  (New pro – Katz & Associates)\nAbril Sosa-Pineda (Student – San Diego State) \nKarissa Duran (New pro – Mixte Communications)\nMore panelists to come \n\nFor questions\, not reservations\, please contact Arturo Garcia at garcia@mopa.org.  \n \nPanelist bios:  \n\n\nMariah Hugo builds relationships. She helps her clients reach their local and regional communities as a Junior Account Executive at Katz & Associates. Mariah graduated from San Diego State University and is a proud San Diego native. \n\n\n\nAbril Sosa-Pineda is a public relations specialist who enjoys building connections\, telling compelling stories and rolling with the punches. She is expected to graduate from San Diego State University in May 2022 with a degree in PR. As she continues her professional journey she is determined to create inclusive spaces that generate bold and thoughtful ideas.  \n\n\n\nKarissa strives to change the world by telling its stories. As a Public Relations Account Specialist at Mixte Communications\, Karissa amplifies voices of traditionally marginalized communities and challenges the status quo. Karissa graduated from San Diego State University in 2021 and continues to delve deeper into her passion for Journalism.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/the-future-of-pr/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220128T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220128T235900
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20211208T053736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T130617Z
UID:4147-1643400000-1643414340@prsasdic.org
SUMMARY:2021 Bernays Awards Re-order
DESCRIPTION:Congratulations to all the 2021 Bernays winners! If you would like to order duplicate awards\, the deadline is Friday\, January 28\, 2022.\n\n\nCongratulations again to all the 2021 Bernays winners! We enjoyed celebrating another year of your impressive work. If you would like to order duplicate awards for other members of your team or for your clients\, the deadline for orders is Friday\, January 28\, 2022.\n \n \nCost for duplicate awards is as follows:\n \n•	Bronze Award of Merit: $96 PRSA member/$100 non-member\n \n•	Bronze Award of Excellence: $98 PRSA member/$102 non-member\n \n•	Silver Award of Merit: $96 PRSA member/$100 non-member\n \n•	Silver Award of Excellence: $98 PRSA member/$102 non-member\n \n•	Best of the Show Award: $120 PRSA members/$125 non-members\n \n•	Special Award: $120 PRSA members/$125 non-members\n \n \nDuplicate awards can be ordered here\, and you will need to provide the recognition name to be engraved on the award.\n \n \nAwards will be shipped directly to you. Please provide your shipping address. Contact Giovanna Castro at fdlaw01@gmail.com if you have questions about ordering duplicate awards.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/2021-bernays-awards-re-order/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220114T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220114T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20211208T053735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220114T204119Z
UID:4146-1642179600-1642183200@prsasdic.org
SUMMARY:RECORDING: Meet the Media: Get Pitch Tips from Leading Local Journalists
DESCRIPTION:Want to send fewer pitches but land more coverage? Join our panel of journalists to find out what  they are looking for today!\n\n\nRECORDING: Connect with some of the best journalists in the region and get their insights on how to increase the success of your media relations and outreach programs. Our media panelists will provide tips for scoring coverage and provide feedback on your current story ideas.  \nAt this webinar\, you will hear from: \nAssociated Press reporter Julie Watson. Watson is a San Diego-based reporter covering California\, U.S.-Mexico border and military affairs. \nSan Diego Union-Tribune biotech reporter Jonathan Wosen. A native San Diegan\, Wosen covers the regional biotech industry as well as the San Diego Zoo.  \nThe Filipino Press publisher Susan Delos Santos. Delos Santos and her publication are focused on empowering the growing Filipino community in the region with news and information.  \nKPBS news editor Gina Diamante.  An Emmy-award winning journalist\,  Diamante joined KPBS in 2011 to launch the KPBS Evening Edition. Diamante has also been a writer\, reporter\, anchor\, producer and news director at stations across California.  \n \n\n\nModerated by Kim Coutts\, PRSA Board Member\, Professional Development Committee \nFor questions\, not reservations\, contact Kim Coutts at kim@civilian.com
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/recording-meet-the-media-get-pitch-tips-from-leading-local-journalists/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20211110T023817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211202T163759Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Media: Get Pitch Tips and Feedback from Leading Local Journalists
DESCRIPTION:Want to send fewer pitches but land more coverage? Join our panel of journalists to find out what  they are looking for today!\n\n\nJoin us Dec. 2 to connect with some of the best journalists in the region and get their insights on how to increase the success of your media relations and outreach programs. Our media panelists will provide tips for scoring coverage and provide feedback on your current story ideas.  \nAt this webinar\, you will hear from: \nAssociated Press reporter Julie Watson. Watson is a San Diego-based reporter covering California\, U.S.-Mexico border and military affairs. \nSan Diego Union-Tribune biotech reporter Jonathan Wosen. A native San Diegan\, Wosen covers the regional biotech industry as well as the San Diego Zoo.  \nThe Filipino Press publisher Susan Delos Santos. Delos Santos and her publication are focused on empowering the growing Filipino community in the region with news and information.  \nKPBS news editor Gina Diamante.  An Emmy-award winning journalist\,  Diamante joined KPBS in 2011 to launch the KPBS Evening Edition. Diamante has also been a writer\, reporter\, anchor\, producer and news director at stations across California.  \n \n\n\nModerated by Kim Coutts\, PRSA Board Member\, Professional Development Committee \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 Kim Coutts at kim@civilian.com
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/meet-the-media-get-pitch-tips-and-feedback-from-leading-local-journalists/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211118T180000
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SUMMARY:2021 Edward  L. Bernays Mark of Excellence Awards: Bolder\, Brighter\, Better
DESCRIPTION:We are celebrating our first hybrid 2021 Edward L. Bernays Mark of Excellence Awards!\n\n\nBronze and Silver Award winners will be revealed virtually again this year\, however we are excited to announce tickets are on sale for our in-person Bernays Awards Mixer on the rooftop of the San Diego Natural History Museum! During a short ceremony\, we’ll announce this year’s Bronze and Silver Best of Show and Special Award winners who have made significant contributions to the public relations profession in San Diego and Imperial Counties and emerged from a challenging year – bolder\, brighter\, better. \nWe’ll also hold our 2021 annual chapter meeting\, where we’ll recognize our volunteers and elect our 2022 Board of Directors. Join us as we celebrate the winners\, catch up with friends and colleagues\, and enjoy the night! \nAll winners are encouraged to pick up their trophies at the in-person event. Alternative pick up location(s) will also be offered after the event for those who are unable to join the celebration in person. \nVIRTUAL AWARDS ANNOUNCEMENT \nWhen: Thursday\, Nov. 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. \nWhere: PRSASanDiego Twitter Feed \nFree to all! \nBERNAYS AWARDS MIXER \nWhen: Thursday\, Nov. 18  \n	4 p.m. – 6 p.m. \nWhere: San Diego Natural History Museum (Rooftop)  \n	 1788 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA 92101 \nEVENT DETAILS \nCocktail Hour & Networking – 4 – 4:30 p.m. \n•	Light bites. \n•	Each guest will receive two complimentary drinks during cocktail hour.  \n•	Additional alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.  \nAnnual Chapter Meeting – 4:30-5 p.m. \n•	Participate in our annual chapter meeting where we will recognize our wonderful members and volunteers\, and elect our 2022 Board of Directors. \n•	To show our appreciation\, members and volunteers will receive a complimentary special gift. \n Awards Ceremony – 5-6 p.m.  \n•	In a limited ceremony\, Special Award and Best of Show winners will be honored and receive will receive their awards from the ceremony host.  \n•	Networking and celebration to follow. \nOut of an abundance of caution\, this year’s event attendance will be limited to 100 attendees\, so we encourage you to purchase tickets as soon as possible. With our capped attendance\, we will initially offer a maximum of five tickets per organization to ensure we have space for all of this year’s winners.  \nPURCHASE YOUR TICKETS \nIndividual tickets and sponsorships that offer elevated company exposure through website/social promotion\, are available now: \n•	Individual PRSA San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter Members: $50  \n•	Individual non-PRSA SD/IC Practitioners: $60  \n•	Individual PRSSA/Students: $30  \nCOVID-19: PRSA SD/IC’s Bernays 2021 event will be held in accordance with county guidelines. We will be closely monitoring health guidelines as they evolve and will be requiring all attendees to complete a standard COVID-19 waiver digitally ahead of the event. \nShould the event be cancelled in accordance\, tickets will be refunded.  \n For questions regarding Bernays tickets or Eventbrite\, please contact Emily Roethle at eroethle@crowepr.com. \n \nBERNAYS AWARDS SPONSORS AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES \nTo learn about opportunities to sponsor the online and/or in-person event\, contact April Tellez Green at aprilatellez@gmail.com. \nSponsor Recognition \nThank you to our 2021 Bernays Awards Sponsors! \nGraphics & Design \n \n\n\n\nVideo Sponsor \n\n\n\nDrinks Sponsor
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/2021-edward-l-bernays-mark-of-excellence-awards-bolder-brighter-better/
LOCATION:San Diego Natural History Museum\, 1788 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211112T170000
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DTSTAMP:20260403T231118
CREATED:20211011T230752Z
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SUMMARY:RECORDING: The Scoop on the Shell:  The PR Behind Launching a Landmark
DESCRIPTION:RECORDING of PRSA SD/IC ‘s discussion of what it was like to create the PR launch of the Rady Shell at Jacobs Park\n\n\nSan Diego’s newest arts and culture venue is an instant landmark. \nThe brand new Rady Shell at Jacobs Park\, the new permenent home for the San Diego Symphony\, has captured regional\, state\, national and international attention.  \nThe lauch of this venue – which also happens to be a public park when not in use –  is a perfect lesson for PR\, Communications\, and Marketing Pros\, as well as students studying our craft. \nIn this webinar\, you will hear from: \nThe team at Raindrop Agency who worked behind-the-scenes of the Rady Shell project. Carrie Jones and Kelsey Buller will break down what went into their PR campaign\, media relations outreach\, as well as how they adapted to the ever-changing situations resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. \nThis is also San Diego’s latest public/private partnership. How do you message and develop a strategy that works for everyone involved: from government stakeholders to arts and culture world\, as well as the media. \nPRSA San Diego /Imperial Counties Chapter is excited to offer this hour-long conversation as a lunch and learn webinar. \n\n\n\nWith purchase of your ticket to the event\, you are automatically entered to win a pair of tickets to an upcoming event at the Rady Shell at Jacobs Park(!!). \nOur panel features: \nCarrie Jones\, Chief Communications Officer at Raindrop  \n\n\n\nAs Chief Communications Officer at Raindrop\, Carrie Jones leads client experience and global communications for Raindrop’s ever growing roster of clients\, while overseeing the agency’s PR\, influencer and social media departments. Carrie is an award-wining media strategist\, and throughout the past two decades she and her teams have consistently secured top-tier media placements in national\, regional and local media outlets for clients spanning a variety of industries. With an extensive background in hospitality\, tourism\, art/non-profit\, consumer packaged goods and fitness\, Carrie understands the importance of brand authenticity with consumers\, and how critical it is as a brand to manage its reputation and narrative.  \nCarrie previously served as vice president of PR and social media at MeadsDurket and prior to that as sr. vice president of i.d.e.a. (now 62Above). She is a past PRSA San Diego Imperial Counties board member and graduate of San Diego State University.  \nKelsey Buller\, Public Relations Supervisor \n\n\n\nKelsey Buller is a public relations specialist with more than 10 years experience in the media industry. As a PR Supervisor at Raindrop\, Kelsey helps manage publicity and influencer management across print\, digital\, broadcast and social platforms for local and national clients spanning across a variety of niches including fitness (Jazzercise)\, arts/hospitality/tourism (San Diego Symphony\, Del Mar Thoroughbred Club)\, and CPG (Cleo+Coco\, Omigo\, Generark). In her previous role as Senior PR Associate for the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic\, she led PR efforts for the hospital’s third face transplant. With a background in journalism\, Kelsey has interviewed celebrities and written beauty + lifestyle content for Brit + Co\, Organic Spa Magazine\, Sophisticate’s Hairstyle Guide\, Sophisticate’s Black Hair and American Cheerleader Magazine.  \nModerated by Barbara Cosio Moreno\, PRSA Board Member\, Professional Development Committee \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 Barbara Cosio Moreno at bjmoreno7@gmail.com.
URL:https://prsasdic.org/event/recording-the-scoop-on-the-shell-the-pr-behind-launching-a-landmark/
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