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SUMMARY:Crisis Communications Workshop
DESCRIPTION:PRSA-LA is hosting a crisis communications workshop. We are inviting PR/marketing practitioners\, HR professionals\, and students to join us for a discussion on strategies to mitigate a crisis\, social media’s impact during a crisis\, and new technologies designed to avert a crisis before it begins. We’ll open with a Q&A with a crisis expert\, followed by 2 panel discussions.Q&A:Featured Guest:Jonathan Bernstein\, President\, Bernstein Crisis ManagementDiscussion 1:#Crisis: Issues Management in a Digital WorldModerator:Phil Drechsler\, Investigative Producer\, NBC4Panelists:Ben Mones\, CEO\, FAMAHolly Baird\, Member of the Firm\, Sitrick and Co.Ashley Anderson\, Social Media Manager\, UCLA HealthDiscussion 2:Did I Tweet That? – A Panel Discussion with Young ProfessionalsModerator:Melissa England\, Associate Vice President\, Finn Partners
URL:https://prsala.org/event/crisis-communications-workshop/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s\, 189 The Grove Dr.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036\, United States
CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA
ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA-LA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190820T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024216
CREATED:20190731T195949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190825T103804Z
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SUMMARY:Member Social Outing: LA Dodgers Lakers Night
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://prsala.org/event/member-social-outing-la-dodgers-lakers-night/
LOCATION:Dodger Stadium\, 1000 Vin Scully Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA
ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA-LA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190821
DTSTAMP:20260407T024216
CREATED:20181209T072223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T214340Z
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SUMMARY:Member Social Outing - Dodgers/Lakers Day
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URL:https://prsala.org/event/member-social-outing/
CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190815T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190815T210000
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CREATED:20190726T170119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T115233Z
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SUMMARY:Sunrise Honors: A New Day in Cultural Awakening
DESCRIPTION:The Sunrise Honors Celebration is part of the Los Angeles Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America’s (PRSALA) mission to foster and support those who promote diversity and inclusion. The honorees are trailblazers on the front lines in and out of the board room. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated significant leadership and influence to advance diversity and inclusivity within their organization or industry.
URL:https://prsala.org/event/the-sunrise-awards/
LOCATION:Los Angeles River Center & Gardens\, Mountains Recreation & Conservation Authority\, 570 West Avenue 26\, #100\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90065\, United States
CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA
ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA-LA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190725T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024216
CREATED:20190612T174255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T115041Z
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SUMMARY:AI\, Tech and the Future of Public Relations
DESCRIPTION:AI to Replace PR? Myth or Fact?\nJoin us in this event where we’ll discuss AI\, Tech and the Future of Public Relations.\nAccording to a recent study by USC Annenberg\, “Even though only 18% of all PR executives believe artificial intelligence will be a very important technology for them in the future\, they predict 35% of financial reporting and 30% of sports coverage will be written by robots in five years.”\nThis event will host a panel of technology savvy PR experts discussing in-depth:\n\nThe current state of technology in PR\nThe myth (or truth) that AI and tech will replace PR pros\nHow PR professionals are currently using AI and tech\nWhy AI and tech companies may need to rely more heavily on PR pros\nHow to maximize AI and tech integration into our daily work.\n\n\n\nModerator\n\nBill Dube\, Vice President Enterprise Sales\, West Region at Cision\n\nPanel\n\nPatrick Ward\, Editor-In-Chief at High Speed Experts\n\nMichael Housman\, PhD\, Chief Data Science Officer\, RapportBoost.AI\n\nHeather Gordon\, Partner\, Finn Partners \nMore speakers to be added shortly.\n\nParking is available across the street from Cision at the Santa Monica Public Parking Structure #6 located at 1431 2nd St. The first 1.5 hours are free\, $3.50 for 2.5 hours.
URL:https://prsala.org/event/ai-tech-and-the-future-of-public-relations/
LOCATION:Cision\, 1450 2nd Street\, Santa Monica\, CA\, 90401\, United States
CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA
ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA-LA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190620T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190620T203000
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CREATED:20190603T225743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190621T074834Z
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SUMMARY:ConneXions
DESCRIPTION:“ConneXions”\nSimultaneous Networking Mixers at 4 Locations!\nThursday\, June 20\, 2019\n6:00-8:30 pm \n\nDowntown LA (SOLD OUT!!!)\nBirds & Bees\n207 S Broadway\, B\n\n\nLos Angeles\, CA 90012\nLong Beach\nGladstone’s\n330 South Pine Ave.\nLong Beach\, CA 90802\n\n Hollywood\nThe Powder Room\n\n1606 N Cahuenga Blvd.\nLos Angeles\, California 90028\nWest Los Angeles (SOLD OUT!!!)\nUpper West\n3321 Pico Blvd\,\nSanta Monica CA 90405\n\n \nVenue Parking\n\nBirds and Bees: (HIDDEN ENTRANCE) Park at 215 South Broadway. Restaurant entrance is located in the northwest corner of the parking lot. Follow the wooden fence alongside the red brick wall (of 207 South Broadway) to the front entrance.\nGladstone’s Long Beach: (with validation) Valet $10; Pike Parking Structure and Aquarium Parking under $10 (depending on how long you stay).\nThe Powder Room: The closest lot is on Selma between Ivar and Cahuenga. It’s the lot next to Space 15 Twenty. Otherwise street or metered parking on Cahuenga or Selma. \nThe Upper West: Valet Parking at 5pm daily. Cost is $8. Free Street Parking after 6pm\n\n\n\nThe Los Angeles Chapters of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA-LA)\, Black Public Relations Society (BPRS-LA) and the Hispanic Public Relations Association (HPRA-LA) invite you and your colleagues to drop by one of the ConneXions Mixer locations below for an opportunity to network with other communications professionals in LA. No cost but advance RSVP required. This event is open to members and non-members.\nIn today’s business climate\, networking isn’t just smart – it’s a MUST!\nBring your business cards and let’s network! \nThanks to Our Sponsors All Locations Will Have Complimentary Appetizers For the First Hour and A Free Drink for the First 10 People to Arrive!\nNon-Hosted bar. Post-mixer dining is encouraged to support the establishments graciously welcoming\nPRSA-LA\, BPRS-LA and HPRA-LA\nRSVP in advance
URL:https://prsala.org/event/connexions/
CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA
ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA-LA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190604T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190604T093000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024216
CREATED:20190515T163620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190609T115032Z
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SUMMARY:At Breakfast With...
DESCRIPTION:PRSA-LA & Kaiser Permanente presentAt Breakfast With…\nJoin us for breakfast with some of the most influential reporters covering health and health care in Los Angeles. Learn best practices for pitching and the latest trends in these industries. Most importantly\, network with these key journalists and fellow PR professionals.\nPanel to Date:\nChad Terhune\, Health Enterprise Reporter\, Reuters\nJacqueline Garcia\, Reporter\, La Opinión\n\nAnna Almendrala\, Freelance Health Reporter\, formerly at HuffPost\n\nMichelle Faust Raghavan\, Health Care Reporter at 89.3 KPCC and LAist.com \n\nBreakfast included.
URL:https://prsala.org/event/at-breakfast-with-2/
LOCATION:Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Medical Offices\, 3782 West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90008\, United States
CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA
ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA-LA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024216
CREATED:20190410T151134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190410T183223Z
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SUMMARY:Emotional Intelligence: The Next Professional Frontier for Communication Pros
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nEmotional Intelligence (EQ) is at the top of conversations in every level of business today. Research indicates that EQ mastery is crucial for organizations to succeed and cultures to thrive in the future; and all five aspects of EQ fall under the domain of communications. As communicators\, it is imperative that we take a leadership role bringing emotional intelligence into our organizations. \nThis full-day workshop is designed to enhance participants’ EQ\, expand leadership capabilities and teach the skills we need to counsel and serve within our organizations at the highest level. Through hands-on tools\, techniques\, instruction\, handouts and exercises\, participants will learn the brain science of success and pivotal skills in communications and EQ to shift into an active\, empowered leadership position in any situation. These are the skills the organizations and stakeholders we serve will need to operate more effectively and thrive as the best versions of themselves. That process begins with us. \nYOU WILL LEARN:\n\nHow to use brain-body science to master the inner and outer conversation.\nCore skills in emotional intelligence.\nHow to help organizations be more integrity-based and values-driven.\nMaster-level communication that builds connection\, harmony and trust.\nHow to shift from the weakest to the strongest part of yourself as a leader.\nTools for using challenge as opportunity — and helping organizations do so.\n\nPRESENTER\n\nHeathere Evans\, APR\nPresident\nPivot Inc. \nPRICE\nMembers: $645\nNon-Members: $845 \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://prsala.org/event/emotional-intelligence-the-next-professional-frontier-for-communication-pros/
CATEGORIES:PRSA,PRSA-LA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190507T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190507T123000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024216
CREATED:20190418T215805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190506T234429Z
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SUMMARY:Social  Media  Workshop
DESCRIPTION:• What do you really know about the ins and outs of a successful social media campaign? \n• What’s missing from your client’s social media strategy? \n• What do you need to do to sharpen your social media skills? \nSpend a half day with the pros and walk away with the answers to all of the above. \n  \n \nAmanda Hoskinson\, Founder\, MediaMandy Agency \n \nBilal Kaiser\, Founder\, Agency Guacamole Instructor\, General Assembly and UCLA Extension \n \nKim Veasey\, Head of Publicity\, Blackpills \n \nAJ Feuerman\, CEO\, @ajfeuerman Communications \n  \nAmanda Hoskinson is a digital marketer by day\, visual artist by night and a dog mom every moment she can spare. Amanda came to Los Angeles from Long Beach to attend UCLA\, and she’s in no rush to leave the City of Angels. Early in her career\, Amanda was hired as the second-ever social media manager for UCLA’s marketing team\, where she co-launched UCLA’s Instagram\, Facebook\, Snapchat and more. Her time launching a large\, public-facing brand made her fall in love with digital marketing and community management. Following her time with @UCLA\, Amanda’s work took her to LA2028\, the successful initiative to bring the Olympics to Los Angeles in 2028. Afterwards\, she worked with Apple\, Fox\, and CBS. As she gained more experience in the digital realm\, she took on a nickname\, MediaMandy. Like many marketers\, MediaMandy occasionally took small jobs on weekends and evenings\, building a roster of clients who hired her. Her network grew\, and her clients became more diverse. As time went on\, those clients began asking for additional services like photography\, videography\, analytics\, print marketing\, design\, and more. Within a few years\, MediaMandy had too much work on her plate\, and left CBS to work solely for her boutique marketing agency … you guessed it … MediaMandy Agency. Amanda serves on the board of the Social Media Club of Los Angeles and TogetherDigital Los Angeles. You can find her on most social media platforms at @MediaMandyYou can learn about her 7 poetry books\, photography and stubborn chihuahua at amandahoskinson.com Finally\, you can discover more about the MediaMandy Agency at www.mediamandy.agency \nBilal Kaiser is obsessed with getting consumers excited about a product\, piece of content\, event or even an app. By approaching any given marketing or public relations challenge from a holistic perspective and utilizing insights from consumer research\, case studies and “big data\,” Bilal has been able to deliver tremendously impactful campaigns and business-driving results. Bilal currently runs his own boutique PR and social media agency\, working with clients in the lifestyle and tech space. Previously\, he has led marketing\, PR and social media for premium and digital-first brands at L’Oreal and Sony Pictures Entertainment. Outside of working with Fortune 500 brands\, Bilal’s career includes experience in the entertainment\, publishing\, non-profit and travel industries. Bilal received his undergraduate degree from the University of California at Davis and his master’s from the University of Southern California. \nKim Veasey is a senior level media strategist who has worked in entertainment publicity for over 13 years. Kim lends her passion\, creativity and extensive entertainment knowledge to her work in PR and social media marketing\, and she is an expert on creating strategies for emerging digital platforms. Kim has also worked as the personal rep for filmmakers\, corporate executives\, musicians\, and influencers\, creating & implementing campaign strategies designed to support the release of their numerous personal projects. She has also worked on campaigns for mid-size to major studios including Sony\, Pixar\, Lionsgate\, Magnolia Pictures\, and Screen Gems. Most recently\, Kim served as the head of PR and marketing for digital streaming platform blackpills\, a French-based startup that specialized in mobile-first premium short form content. Recently\, Kim and her colleagues formed CC-PR\, a full-service entertainment communications agency that takes a new\, modern approach to traditional entertainment PR. She currently lives in Los Angeles. \nAJ Feuerman is a public relations executive with experience representing clients across the entertainment\, lifestyle\, and technology industries. She specializes in planning and executing innovative campaigns that include both traditional and digital mechanics as well as blogger and influencer outreach initiatives. In 2018 she founded her own public relations and social media consultancy and most recently\, was the Director of Public Relations and Social Media for independent film distributor\, Gravitas Ventures. Preceding that she was a PR Account Director for clients across lifestyle and entertainment at 451 Marketing. Before joining 451\, she was the Manager of Digital PR & Social Communities for AEG Live overseeing social media strategy and promotions for touring artists such as Bon Jovi\, The Who\, The Rolling Stones\, Kanye West\, Katy Perry and Bruno Mars. Previously\, AJ was a publicity manager at Millennium Entertainment\, and also repped 20th Century Fox Home Ent. as a publicist with Think Jam\, Inc.\, and lead their influencer programs. AJ began her PR career at Crown Media Family Networks. In addition\, AJ is in her eighth year on the Social Media Club Los Angeles’ Board of Directors (she served two as President) and volunteers as a mentor with USC and UCLA students. She began blogging in 2002 and is a member of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences\, Film Independent\, the Independent Documentary Association as well as several influencer and blogger networks. \n  \nTickets: \n$65 for non-members.\n$45 for members. \n$20 for students \nBuffet breakfast included. Free onsite parking. \n  \nBrought to you by PRSA Independent Practitioners Alliance (IPA)
URL:https://prsala.org/event/social-media-workshop/
LOCATION:Lawry’s The Prime Rib\, 100 North La Cienega Boulevard\, Beverly Hills\, CA\, 90211\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190412
DTSTAMP:20260407T024216
CREATED:20181209T071051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181209T071051Z
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SUMMARY:Western District Conference\, Phoenix\, AZ
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URL:https://prsala.org/event/western-district-conference-phoenix-az/
CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190402T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190402T093000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024216
CREATED:20190308T234337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190407T114602Z
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SUMMARY:At Breakfast With…
DESCRIPTION:Meet some of Los Angeles’ reporters and editors from diverse\, multicultural outlets and learn how best to pitch stories\, find out the latest trends in covering LA’s diversity\, and get to know some important journalists in the city.\nPANEL:\n\n\nSandra O’Neill\, Weekend News Anchor\, Telemundo 52 Los Angeles/KVEA\n\nTracy E. Gilchrist\, Feminism Editor\, The Advocate\n\nBrandon Brooks\, Managing Editor\, Los Angeles Sentinel\n\n\n\nAlyssa Perry\, Community Health Reporter\, KPCC\n\n\nTuesday\, April 2nd8:00 to 9:30 a.m. Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Hills Crenshaw facility\, in the external conference room\n\nParkingThere’s ample free parking!
URL:https://prsala.org/event/at-breakfast-with-media/
LOCATION:Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Medical Facility\, 3782 West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90008\, United States
CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA
ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA-LA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190321T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190321T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024216
CREATED:20190226T003245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190322T040325Z
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SUMMARY:PRSA-LA Presents: Dramatic Readings of Bad Press Releases
DESCRIPTION:Last year’s program sold out\, so don’t miss out!\nJoin well-known members of the media as they read\, VERY DRAMATICALLY\, the worst press releases and pitches they’ve received\, followed by a panel discussion on how you can make your pitches stand out (in a good way). \nYou’ll not only be entertained but walk away with actionable tips on how to make your relations materials stand out increase the odds they’ll get used. \nMODERATOR: Steve Mason\, ESPN Radio’s “Mason & Ireland” show\nPANEL TO DATE:\nDavid Bloom\, Columnist/Contributor Forbes\, TVRev\, TubefilterClaudia Cagan\, Entertainment Tonight\, Supervising ProducerRich DeMuro\, KTLA’s “Rich on Tech” and syndicated nationally on Tribune TV stations                                   \nShontel Horne\, Freelance Writer/Editor Popsugar\, Brides California\, Angeleno\nDATE & TIME:\nThursday\, March 21\, 20196-7:00 pm – Networking Mixer with Appetizers/Drinks7-8:30 pm – Program: Dramatic Readings and Panel Discussion8:30-9 pm – Networking with Media\, Coffee/Tea and Cookies\nTickets are limited and will sell out — Reserve Now!Ticket price includes catered food\, hosted drinks and program.Parking: $10 valet or street parking as availableNo refunds or cancellations after Tuesday\, March 19.
URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-la-presents-dramatic-readings-of-bad-press-releases/
LOCATION:Zephyr Theatre\, 7456 Melrose Avenue\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA-LA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190305T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190305T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024216
CREATED:20181126T170259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190310T114848Z
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SUMMARY:IPA's Fearless Tax Tutorial
DESCRIPTION:Taxes are boring / painful / scary (pick one) …\n… but if you don’t pay attention and follow the rules you could put yourself and your business in peril!\nYou’ve probably seen the headlines. There are some big changes to the tax laws this year that affect solo practitioners (like you) and small PR firms (like yours).\nBut how do you make sense of it all?\nSpend an hour with IPA on Tuesday\, March 5 and put yourself in a position to file with confidence.\nTopics to include:\n– Elimination of tax deductions for business expenses (This is huge if you freelance but also receive a W-2 from an employer!)– How much can you deduct on client entertainment?– The importance of good record keeping– Is Quickbooks worth the investment?– Should you hire an accountant to do your taxes?\nSpeaker: ROB RAZANI\, CPA\, CFE\n\nRob is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from San Diego State University and a Master of Science in Taxation from California State University\, Northridge.\nRob has worked for the IRS for over 28 years. His current position is subject matter expert on corporate taxation\, where he provides advice\, guidance and training to IRS agents in the field on corporate tax issues. In addition\, he has spent over 20 years as a field agent\, conducting or coordinating tax audits of large corporate taxpayers and business entities.\nRob is on the faculty of the Accounting and Information Systems Department at California State University\, Northridge\, where he teaches graduate courses in Taxation.\nHe also conducts a forensic accounting practice and helps clients prevent\, detect or investigate fraud in their business and helps resolve financial disputes in and out of litigation.\nApril 15 is fast approaching. Let Rob give you some easy-to-understand tax advice so you can file your taxes with confidence and get back to doing what you do best.\nModerator: JOHN NOVARIA\nIPA’s Fearless Tax TutorialTuesday\, March 5\, Noon-1:30pm PST\nTaix Restaurant1911 W. Sunset Blvd.Los Angeles CA 90046\nParking:Easy on-site valet parking: $2.50\nCost:PRSA members: $35Non-members: $50Includes Lunch – Pasta or Chicken\nLimit 25 people only. Register now.
URL:https://prsala.org/event/ipas-fearless-tax-tutorial/
LOCATION:Taix Restaurant\, 1911 W. Sunset Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
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SUMMARY:PRSA-LA Presents the 56th Annual International Cinematographers Guild Publicists Awards Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:56th Annual International Cinematographers Guild Publicists Awards Luncheon  \n\n\nThis is a special offer to PRSA-LA EPPS and Entertainment and Sports Section members.\nThe awards show honors excellence in publicity and promotion for motion pictures and television programs. Jamie Lee Curtis will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award. Jon M. Chu will be honored as Motion Picture Showman of the Year while Greg Berlanti will receive the Television Showman of the Year Award.\n\nMembers can purchase a single ticket for $85 and are entitled to bring one guest for a total of $170. (Purchased elsewhere\, nonmember single ticket price is $170.)\n\nNo refunds for this event.\nDeadline to register is Friday\, February 15\n\n\nOrganizer  PRSA-LA
URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-la-presents-the-56th-annual-international-cinematographers-guild-publicists-awards-luncheon/
LOCATION:The Beverly Hilton\, 9876 Wilshire Boulevard\, Beverly Hills\, CA\, 90210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190221T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190221T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20190202T004637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190216T053908Z
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SUMMARY:Hack Your PR Life: Networking & Wellness For the Young PR Professional
DESCRIPTION:Life in PR is a journey! While an exciting and attractive career\, it can be accompanied with a high level of stress. According to a recent study\, event coordinators\, reporters\, broadcasters\, and PR executives are the most stressful jobs behind military personnel\, firefighters\, and police. So\, how can young PR professionals invest in their well-being and ensure longevity in our business?Connect with industry leaders and seasoned practitioners as they share best practices for balancing mind\, body\, and soul. \nComplimentary Amplified Yoga session at 7:15 p.m. (to reserve a space in the yoga class\, select Additional Item during registration) \nPanel\nChef Alina Z\nCouture Nutrition Chef and Holistic Health Coach \nSteven Bram\nSenior Manager at The Wonderful Company \nWill Collie\nGeneral Manager Southern California at Edelman \nDr. Lara Fielding\nLicensed Psychologist and Author of “Mastering Adulthood: Go Beyond Adulting to Become an Emotional Grown-Up” \nRiana Singh\nSocial Media Influencer\, Boss Women Collective Founder\, and Business Development at Headspace \nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Wanderlust\nWanderlust is an expansive modern community center in the heart of Hollywood. Arranged over three floors\, the beautifully designed center houses a full café\, patio\, and three spaces\, including The Greatest Place\, a vast\, vaulted bow-truss space with exposed brick\, capable of hosting up to 400 people (or nearly 200 mats). The center\, like their transformational festivals\, brings together experts and techniques that turn private events into an unforgettable experience.
URL:https://prsala.org/event/hack-your-pr-life-networking-wellness-for-the-young-pr-professional/
LOCATION:Wanderlust Hollywood\, 1357 North Highland Avenue\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90028\, United States
CATEGORIES:PRSA,PRSA-LA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190126T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20181206T022157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190117T225412Z
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SUMMARY:Media Pitching A-Z: Hands on Training for How to Craft\, Write\, Pitch and Follow Up on Pitches to Get the Best ROI
DESCRIPTION:Pitching media outlets is a lost art with too many professionals relying on email blasts to get their message across. This half-day seminar will teach attendees in a classroom environment how to spot a good story\, craft a written pitch\, communicate with the press and then follow up. The goal will be to help professionals get better media attention for their clients. \nSpeakers\nJoe MarchelewskiSr. Account Manager at Juris Productions PR \nGina FernandesCo-Director of Public Relations at Juris Productions PR \nMelissa EnglandAssociate Vice President at Finn Partners in Los Angeles \n…and more! \nCost for attendees: Members $79\, Non-members $99; Lunch break at 11:45am
URL:https://prsala.org/event/media-pitching-a-z-hands-on-training-for-how-to-craft-write-pitch-and-follow-up-on-pitches-to-get-the-best-roi/
LOCATION:Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA)\, 888 West 6th St.\, 6th Floor\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90017\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190124T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20181128T213955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190117T210443Z
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SUMMARY:State of the State of PR: Diversity & Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:In 2018\, we saw great strides and historic conversations regarding inclusion and diversity. What will 2019 bring? Join us for our State of the State of PR: Diversity and Inclusion panel featuring diversity and inclusion leaders from Golin\, Weber Shandwick\, Ketchum and Edelman\, moderated by Fred Cook. Panelists will discuss the root issues around diversity in the communications profession\, innovations in the space and where we are seeing progress\, and how individuals and the industry can collectively drive change. \nPanelists\nMargenett Moore-RobertsChief Inclusion & Diversity Officer\, Golin \nTrisch SmithExecutive Vice President & Managing Director of Diversity and Inclusion\, Edelman \nJudith HarrisonSenior Vice President\, Diversity & Inclusion\, Weber Shandwick \nLindsay WagnerVice President and Co-Lead of Diversity & inclusion\, Ketchum \nModerator\nFred CookChairman\, GolinDirector\, USC Center for Public Relations \nNetworking Reception @ 6 p.m.\, Panel Discussion @ 7 p.m.\nParking at Downey Way Structure (Access via Gate 5 or Gate 6)\,\n$12 Per Vehicle\nSee map: http://bit.ly/USCCPR_map \n 
URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-los-angeles-the-state-of-diversity-in-pr/
LOCATION:USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism (ASC\, Original Annenberg Building)\, 3502 Watt Way\, East Lobby & Auditorium\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90089\, United States
CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20181205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20181205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20181128T213956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T124323Z
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SUMMARY:PRSA LA/HPRA LA/BPRS LA  Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Join the PRSA LA\, HPRA LA\, and BPRS LA for a holiday mixer on December 5 from 6-9 p.m. Come mix and mingle at one of the hottest spots in DTLA while enjoying tasty bites and making new connections. There will also be fabulous door prizes. No host bar.
URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-la-hpra-la-bprs-la-holiday-party/
LOCATION:Everson Royce Bar\, 1936 East 7th Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90021\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181107T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20181022T155709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T163533Z
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SUMMARY:Crisis Communications Workshop: What to do Before\, During and After a Crisis
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by Porter Novelli \nIn today’s fast-paced media environment\, crisis management has become increasingly difficult—and more important than ever. PRSA LA is offering expert insight through a Crisis Communications Workshop\, where masters of the trade\, from Chipotle\, LAPD\, Univision and more\, will provide practical tips on preparing and managing crises. \nThe workshop will take place on Wednesday\, Nov. 7 at Olympic Collection (11301 W. Olympic\, Los Angeles\, CA) from 8:30 a.m. – noon. The workshop will be split into three sessions (Before a Crisis\, During a Crisis and After a Crisis) and will feature the following crisis communications experts: \nHoward Bragman: Howard Bragman has over 30 years of experience in public relations\, with expertise in entertainment publicity and crisis communications. Bragman founded LA Brea Media\, which works with talent\, entertainment companies\, brands\, causes and digital entities. In addition to his agency work\, Bragman was an award-winning adjunct professor at the University of Southern California's Annenberg School for Communications and is the author of the bestselling book\, "Where's My Fifteen Minutes?\nSean Smith: Sean Smith is the executive vice president of corporate crisis communications at Porter Novelli\, where he works with clients like the Almond Board of California and the National Honey Board. Before Porter Novelli\, Sean worked at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)\, where he served as assistant secretary for public affairs. While at DHS\, Smith helped lead the Obama administration's public response to the H1N1 outbreak\, border violence in Mexico\, attempted terrorist attacks\, the Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill and dozens of other breaking news incidents.
URL:https://prsala.org/event/crisis-communications-workshop-what-to-do-before-during-and-after-a-crisis/
LOCATION:Olympic Collection\, 11301 W. Olympic\, Los Angeles\, 90025\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181103T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181103T123000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20180920T231433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180920T232454Z
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SUMMARY:Quality Time with PR Minds
DESCRIPTION:This annual community service event gives PR and marketing professionals (members and nonmembers alike) the opportunity to provide free counsel to local organizations facing communications issues. Just a few hours of your time can have a big impact!
URL:https://prsala.org/event/quality-time-with-pr-minds-3/
LOCATION:RAND Corporation\, 1776 Main Street\, Santa Monica\, 90401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181101T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181101T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20181022T223636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T224327Z
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SUMMARY:USC Relevance Report Launch Event
DESCRIPTION:The USC Center for Public Relations is launching its 2019 Relevance Report with a networking reception and discussion panel on Thursday\, November 1. \nJoin CPR director Fred Cook (Chairman\, Golin)\, Board of Advisors members and Annenberg public relations students for a networking reception beginning at 5:00 p.m.\, followed at 6:30 by a panel discussion about the Center’s annual collection of essays that examine issues impacting the communication field and predict future trends. Fred Cook will lead a discussion of current issues with CPR board members\, followed by Q&A. Free copies of the 2019 Relevance Report will be distributed. The event is in Wallis Annenberg Hall (ANN) on the USC campus. \nAdmission is free for industry professionals – RSVP required. Parking at USC is $12; note that Lyft can drop you directly at Wallis Annenberg Hall. Campus map here. \nMore information at http://annenberg.usc.edu/relevance.
URL:https://prsala.org/event/usc-relevance-report-launch-event/
LOCATION:Annenberg Hall\, 3630 Watt Way\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181025T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181025T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20181008T165021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181008T173111Z
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SUMMARY:IPA Justice League Matchmaking Event
DESCRIPTION:Independent practitioners: you are not alone! It’s another unique event from the PRSA-LA Independent Practitioners Alliance (IPA). Get matched up with other practitioners so you can pursue larger clients and rewarding opportunities. Facilitated by Jessica Payne\, founder of Strategy For Impact and PRSA-LA board member. Register here.
URL:https://prsala.org/event/ipa-justice-league-matchmaking-event/
LOCATION:Taix French Restaurant\, 1911 Sunset Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181017T220000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20180814T224435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T194119Z
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SUMMARY:PRISM Awards
DESCRIPTION:Join us for PRSA-LA’s signature event\, the PRism Awards\, which honors the best in strategic public relations & communications programs and tactical execution by PR professionals throughout greater Los Angeles. The winners will be announced at the PRism Awards ceremony on Wednesday\, October 17\, at the Taglyan Complex in Hollywood. \nIn addition to the judged awards\, special awards will include the Joseph Roos Community Service Award\, Best in Show\, and the President’s Award. PRSA-LA also recognizes a Public Relations Professional of the Year and Communications Team of the Year. \nThis year\, PRSA-LA is also celebrating its 70th Anniversary and guests can expect a magical celebration with colleagues across the industry.
URL:https://prsala.org/event/prism-awards/
LOCATION:Taglyan Complex\, 1201 Vine Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90038\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180823T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180823T213000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20180727T021920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180822T195149Z
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SUMMARY:Netflix Hosted Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Netflix: Behind the Streams – A Networking Event \n\n\n\nSponsored by PRSA\, BPRS\, HPRA and ColorComm
URL:https://prsala.org/event/netflix-hosted-mixer/
LOCATION:Sunset Bronson Studio – Stage 4\, 1455 N Van Ness\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90028\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180809T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180809T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20180723T163716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180723T224705Z
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SUMMARY:Dealing with Difficult Clients
DESCRIPTION:Challenging clients often show up as difficult before a contract is signed. Spot the signs\, know how to protect yourself and set yourself up for success\, while setting boundaries and managing expectations. \nJoin us for this exclusive Independent Practitioners Alliance event and hear the dos\, don’ts and “watch outs” for managing difficult clients from three industry veterans who have run and worked at big agencies and led in-house departments and now have their own businesses. \n\nModerator\nJudy Johnson\, founder of The Brand Partnership\n \n\nPanelists\nKarsha Chang\, founder of Karsha Chang PR\n\nKirk Stewart\, CEO of KTStewart\n \nAdvance registration required for guaranteed attendance. \n\nTO PURCHASE TICKETS\, GO TO OUR EVENTBRITE PAGE.
URL:https://prsala.org/event/dealing-with-difficult-clients/
LOCATION:Taix French Restaurant\, 1911 Sunset Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90026\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180809
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180811
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20180802T234957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T234957Z
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SUMMARY:Intersections Conference
DESCRIPTION:PRSA is thrilled to announce an all-new professional development event\, the InterSections Conference. \nSo many professionals in the PRSA family have focused their careers on financial\, technology\, entertainment and sports communication. PRSA maintains individual Professional Interest Sections to provide custom benefits for these practitioners\, and\, for the first time ever\, PRSA has designed a conference to cultivate in-person learning and networking for professionals in these industries. \nThe PRSA InterSections Conference will feature three distinct Learning Tracks with programming specifically tailored for the needs of technology\, financial\, entertainment and sports communicators. Attendees will select their Learning Track during the registration process\, and will join a series of breakout sessions curated by leaders in each industry. The program will also bring attendees together for shared general sessions and networking. \nBy emphasizing how the work of PR professionals can intersect across industries\, the conference aims to provide an enriching atmosphere to elevate and enhance your practice. \n2018 PRSA InterSections Learning Tracks: \n\nFinancial Communications\nEntertainment and Sports\nTechnology\n\n\n\nReady to join the conference conversation? Check out #PRSAInterSections.
URL:https://prsala.org/event/intersections-conference/
LOCATION:Anaheim\, CA\, Anaheim\, CA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180731T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20180717T034348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180717T034409Z
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SUMMARY:Media Training – Best Practices for Getting Story Placements
DESCRIPTION:Four seasoned professionals will be doing a 90-minute\, intensive training session on how best to effectively pitch media outlets\, from traditional to alternative and new media. \nAttendees will learn how to take an idea\, turn it into a pitch that journalists will respond to\, find and effectively target reporters and then pitch the story to turn it into a hit or campaign. You’ll get some expert tips and hear some interesting real-world examples of how these professionals put their knowledge and skill into action. Young professionals are encouraged to attend\, as well as anyone who wants to hear how other media relations professionals make their secret sauce. \nSpeakers: \n\nMelissa England\, Finn Partners\, Associate Vice President – Moderator\nJoe Marchelewski\, Juris Productions PR\, Sr. Account Manager – Crafting a pitch\nBrian Lubocki\, Cision\, Director\, Agency Relations & Key Accounts – Approaching journalists and creating effective media lists\nSarah Ingram\, Golin\, Senior Vice President/Executive Director\, Media – The act and art of pitching\n\nCost: \n\n$35 – Member (PRSA-LA\, BPRS\, HPRA\, SPJ/LA)\n$45 – Non member/Guest\n$25 – 5+ Registrants\n\nTO PURCHASE TICKETS\, GO TO OUR EVENTBRITE PAGE.
URL:https://prsala.org/event/media-training-best-practices-for-getting-story-placements/
LOCATION:Cision\, 1450 2nd Street\, Santa Monica\, CA\, 90401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180628T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180628T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20180611T195525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180618T045709Z
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SUMMARY:ConneXions Networking Mixers at 4 Locations
DESCRIPTION:  \nPRESENT \n\nConneXions\nNetworking Mixers at 4 Locations\nThursday\, June 28\, 2018\n6-8 pm\n  \nPRSA-LA and BPRS-LA invite you and your colleagues to drop by one of the ConneXions Mixer locations below for an opportunity to network with other communications professionals in LA. No cost but advance RSVP required. This event is open to members and non-members. \nIn today’s business climate\, networking isn’t just smart – it’s a MUST! \nBring your business cards and let’s network! \nMost locations will have:\n● Complimentary Appetizers\n● Door Prize Drawing\n● A Free Drink for the First 10 People to Arrive! \nNon-Hosted bar. Post-mixer dining is encouraged to support the establishments graciously welcoming\nPRSA-LA and BPRS \nPlease RSVP in advance.\nChoose a location below and RSVP directly to the ConneXions host listed \n  \nWEST LA: Rush Street\, 9546 Washington Blvd\, Culver City\, 90232 (outdoor patio) http://rushstreetculvercity.com/ \nParking: Valet $10\, or nearby lot $4 \nCo-Hosts:\nRSVP: Dave Barthmuss\, Principal\, Advotocracy; PRSA-LA Vice President/Secretary dave@advotocracy.com \nMelissa England\, Associate VP\, Finn Partners \nJohn Novaria\, Principal\, Novaria Communication \nJames Wetmore\, Executive VP & Health Practice Lead for Weber Shandwick \n— \nHOLLYWOOD: Soul Restaurant & Bar\, 7046 Hollywood Blvd.\, LA 90028 https://soulhollywood.com/ \nParking: $10 Validated Valet at the Roosevelt Hotel\, enter from the back of the hotel on Orange. Another closer option is the restaurant-adjacent parking structures on Sycamore for $15. Street parking is limited but available – just make sure to read the signs carefully! \nCo-Hosts:\nRSVP: Rita Tateel\, President\, The Celebrity Source; PRSA National Chair Professional Development Committee rita@celebritysource.com \nSallie Olmsted\, APR\, Public Relations Consultant\, Former Executive VP Rogers & Cowan \nShawn Smith\, Senior Communications Consultant\, Warner Bros. Consumer Products; President\, BPRS-LA; President-Elect\, PRSA-LA \n— \nDOWNTOWN LA: Harbor House\, 1000 Wilshire Blvd.\, L.A. CA 90017 — Enter 7th & Francisco (outdoor patio) http://harborhousedtla.com/ \nParking: $7 \nCo-Hosts:\nRSVP: Joe Marchelewski\, Senior Account Manager\, Juris Productions PR joe@jurisproductions.com \nJulie Battaglia\, Principal\, Battagila Public Relations \n— \nLONG BEACH: Gladstone’s Long Beach\, 330 S. Pine Ave.\, Long Beach 90802 http://www.gladstoneslongbeach.com \nParking: (with validation for first 2-hrs.) Valet $8; Pike Parking Structure and Aquarium parking free \nCo-Hosts:\nRSVP: Holly Ferris\, President\, Ferris Communications holly@ferriscomm.com \nMarisol Barrios\, MSPA\, APR\, Senior Director of Communications and Marketing\, Hillsides \nLinda Martin\, APR\, Partner\, Porter Novelli \n  \nThank you to our ConneXions sponsors: \n  \n \n \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://prsala.org/event/connexions-networking-mixers-at-4-locations/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180517T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180517T100000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20180509T002244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180509T002244Z
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SUMMARY:PR Ethics & Practices in the Entertainment Community
DESCRIPTION:Description\nAs the lines blur between editorial\, social media and user generated (UGC) content channels\, Public Relations professionals in Entertainment are challenged to engage with their audiences while balancing their ongoing relationships with their media counterparts. With recent examples of data abuse in social media\, the need for trust in media has never been more important. Now is the time to examine the ethical issues and standards for the very fluid times we currently operate in. The PRSA is dedicated to supporting this challenge with extensive resources available online to “uphold the core values of the ethical practice of public relations\, including advocacy\, honesty\, loyalty\, professional development and objectivity.” \nThis inter-disciplinary session will explore the following questions: \n\nWhat is different in the digital age in the relationship between Public Relations and the Press?\nWhat are best practices for Public Relations to use social media as a tool with transparency.\nWhat are examples of improper practices and their consequences.\nWhat is the responsibility of the PR practitioner in dealing with alleged illegal actions by a client or employer?\n\nSchedule: \n\n8:30 to 9:00 Refreshments\n9:00 to 10:00 Panel and Q&A\n\nPanelists:  \n\nDebra Birnbaum\, Executive Editor\, TV\, Variety\nTim Molloy\, Executive Editor\, The Wrap\nKaren North\, Ph.D.\, Professor of Digital Social Media\, Director\, Annenberg Program on Online Communities USC Annenberg School. Bio \nTBD: PR Practioner\n\nModerator: \n\nRick Markovitz\, President\, Weissman/Markovitz Communications\n\nRSVP Instructions: \n\nFREE with advance reservations for PRSA/PRSSA/EPPS Members & ICG Publicists\n$20 Non-members pre-pay by credit card\n$25 Members and Non-members the door — checks or credit cards only
URL:https://prsala.org/event/pr-ethics-practices-in-the-entertainment-community/
LOCATION:ICG Conference Room\, 7755 Sunset Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, California\, 90046
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180412T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024217
CREATED:20171212T185816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171212T185816Z
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SUMMARY:Save the Date! PRSA Western District Conference 2018
DESCRIPTION:  \nFor more information or to register\, please click here or on image above. See you in Denver!
URL:https://prsala.org/event/save-the-date-prsa-western-district-conference-2018/
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