BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PRSA-LA - ECPv6.15.13//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:PRSA-LA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://prsala.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PRSA-LA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210409T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210409T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210319T231251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210319T232005Z UID:19897-1617969600-1617973200@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA-LA: Job Club DESCRIPTION:Are you in between PR jobs and looking for your next opportunity?\nPRSA-LA Job Club\, Fridays at noon via Zoom. \nMembers of the Los Angeles area public relations community that are currently unemployed are invited to participate in the PRSA-LA Job Club. This group will meet weekly to share tips\, insights\, and support each other during one of life’s most stressful times. The PRSA-LA Job Club is a positive\, encouraging environment that will help keep job-seekers motivated and on track. \nEach weekly virtual session will be moderated by a PRSA-LA board member to keep the positive conversation flowing. Guest speakers drawn from executive search\, the corporate world\, academia and our members who have found new jobs during COVID will join periodically to offer insights and advice.\nThis club is a free service of PRSA-LA to support our members and the Los Angeles public relations community during the COVID business slump and current members will receive additional personalized support. \nFeel free to join weekly or as you are able\, Fridays at noon via Zoom. \nPlease email Allie Lee (allisonltlee AT gmail.com) with a few short details about yourself and your search\, as well as whether you’re a current member of PRSA-LA. Please also attach your current resume. The meeting Zoom link will be shared 24 hours prior to each session. URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-la-job-club-6/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210408T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210408T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210402T200231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T202848Z UID:19988-1617883200-1617886800@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA Event: The Value and the Values of Accreditation: Why an APR for Your Career DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS FREE TO MEMBERS! \nWhy get an APR? You’re smart\, degreed\, hard-working. You volunteer. You walk-your-talk. So why an additional credential? What’s the big a-ha? Join Elyse Hammett\, APR\, to dive into dialogue on exactly why it’s a game-changer\, and then decide if you are a candidate for this deeply personal competition. \nBy the webinar’s end\, you’ll: \n\nKnow the potential of Accreditation to advance your career.\nHave a series of thought-provoking questions\, ideologies and testimonials to ensure you make the best choice about the APR journey.\nUnderstand the value and the values taught in this process and how they catapult your career forward.\nComprehend the steps to pursue Accreditation and make your plans for its pursuit.\n\nPresenter\nElyse Hammett\, APR\, vice president\, marketing and communications\, Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta \nAs chair of PRSA’s national marketing committee for accreditation\, Elyse’s zeal to tell the APR story is palpable. A member of the Society since the late 90’s\, Elyse earned her accreditation in 2000 and has used its methodologies to catapult her career. \nREGISTER HERE \n  \nParticipants with the APR credential earn 0.5 CEUs for a webinar. URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-event-the-value-and-the-values-of-accreditation-why-an-apr-for-your-career/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:PRSA ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210406T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210406T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210318T225312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T225312Z UID:19887-1617706800-1617710400@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA Event: It’s Okay To NOT Be Okay DESCRIPTION:Hosted by PRSA. Presented by the Public Affairs & Government Section. \n  \nWe know it’s been a long hard year and the life of a communicator in all levels of government has been full of stress\, criticism and long days. However\, we need to be sure we’re taking care of ourselves physically\, mentally and emotionally so that we can continue to be the best practitioner\, colleague\, spouse and parent possible. Your PAG colleagues understand that and are here to help.\nThe PAG Town Hall is an opportunity to connect with other government communicators who share similar experiences. As fellow information “warriors”\, we understand the heavy burdens carried by those who ensure the information wheels keep turning with speed\, accuracy and empathy. As a group\, we acknowledge that “it’s okay to NOT be okay”. Sometimes you just need to be with people who hear you\, see you and understand what challenges you. We are those people.\nPlease join us on April 6\, 2pm EST for a PAG Town Hall that is dedicated to YOU – to refill and renew with your fellow communicators who care about you.\nWe will offer section information and have break out rooms to discuss topics relevant to you. \nApril 6\, 11 AM PT. \nREGISTER HERE \n  URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-event-its-okay-to-not-be-okay/ LOCATION:CA ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210402T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210402T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210319T231015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210319T231423Z UID:19894-1617364800-1617368400@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA-LA: Job Club DESCRIPTION:Are you in between PR jobs and looking for your next opportunity?\nPRSA-LA Job Club\, Fridays at noon via Zoom. \nMembers of the Los Angeles area public relations community that are currently unemployed are invited to participate in the PRSA-LA Job Club. This group will meet weekly to share tips\, insights\, and support each other during one of life’s most stressful times. The PRSA-LA Job Club is a positive\, encouraging environment that will help keep job-seekers motivated and on track. \nEach weekly virtual session will be moderated by a PRSA-LA board member to keep the positive conversation flowing. Guest speakers drawn from executive search\, the corporate world\, academia and our members who have found new jobs during COVID will join periodically to offer insights and advice.\nThis club is a free service of PRSA-LA to support our members and the Los Angeles public relations community during the COVID business slump and current members will receive additional personalized support. \nFeel free to join weekly or as you are able\, Fridays at noon via Zoom. \nPlease email Allie Lee (allisonltlee AT gmail.com) with a few short details about yourself and your search\, as well as whether you’re a current member of PRSA-LA. Please also attach your current resume. The meeting Zoom link will be shared 24 hours prior to each session. URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsala-job-club-4-2/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210330T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210330T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210224T233611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210326T221913Z UID:19696-1617127200-1617132600@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA-LA Clubhouse Event: Women Leaders in PR and Communications DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin PRSA-LA on Clubhouse Tuesday\, March 30th from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. PT. as we celebrate Women’s History Month with a discussion on Women Leaders in PR and Communications! \n  \nFree to all. \nClubhouse link: http://bit.ly/38MDh4P \n#PRSALA #WHM \n  \nThe discussion will be led by Melissa England\, Director\, Consumer Public Relations at The Wonderful Company\, & PRSA-LA President (moderator)\,  and include Valarie De La Garza\, CEO of Fenton Communications\, Dr. Lori Baker-Schena\, Co-founder of the LeadHERship Consortium\, Netta Conyers Haynes\, VP of Communications\, Sequoia Consulting Group\, and more! \n  \nThis discussion is part of the PRSA-LA’s ongoing monthly Clubhouse series\, which takes place on the last Tuesday of each month from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. PT. \n  \nNot sure what Clubhouse is? Don’t know how to join? Clubhouse is the latest social platform for live audio-only discussions. It’s currently only available on iOS (iPhone users) and you can learn more about the platform here or a https://www.joinclubhouse.com. \nAnd be sure to join the official Clubhouse account for the PRSA-LA chapter: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/club/prsa-la \nAnd be sure to read this post: PR News’ Top Women in PR Speak: Onus on Us and Industry to Close Leadership Gap. \n  URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-laprsa-la-clubhouse-event-women-leaders-in-pr-and-communications-clubhouse-event-discussion-on-diversity-in-communications/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210326T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210326T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210318T224823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T224951Z UID:19883-1616763600-1616767200@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA Event: The Clubhouse series of open forum industry chats DESCRIPTION:Hosted by PRSA\, The Clubhouse series is an open forum for industry chats. \nExclusively for Entertainment and Sports Section members. \nMarch 26\, 1 PM PT \nREGISTER HERE. URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-event-the-clubhouse-series-of-open-forum-industry-chats/ LOCATION:CA ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210326T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210326T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210224T231126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210319T230756Z UID:19691-1616760000-1616763600@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA-LA Job Club DESCRIPTION:Are you in between PR jobs and looking for your next opportunity?\nPRSA-LA Job Club\, Fridays at noon via Zoom. \nMembers of the Los Angeles area public relations community that are currently unemployed are invited to participate in the PRSA-LA Job Club. This group will meet weekly to share tips\, insights\, and support each other during one of life’s most stressful times. The PRSA-LA Job Club is a positive\, encouraging environment that will help keep job-seekers motivated and on track. \nEach weekly virtual session will be moderated by a PRSA-LA board member to keep the positive conversation flowing. Guest speakers drawn from executive search\, the corporate world\, academia and our members who have found new jobs during COVID will join periodically to offer insights and advice.\nThis club is a free service of PRSA-LA to support our members and the Los Angeles public relations community during the COVID business slump and current members will receive additional personalized support. \nFeel free to join weekly or as you are able\, Fridays at noon via Zoom. \nPlease email Allie Lee (allisonltlee AT gmail.com) with a few short details about yourself and your search\, as well as whether you’re a current member of PRSA-LA. Please also attach your current resume. The meeting Zoom link will be shared 24 hours prior to each session. URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-la-job-club-5/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210325T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210325T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210318T224611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T224611Z UID:19880-1616670000-1616673600@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA Event: Health Academy Communications Chat DESCRIPTION:March PRSA Health Academy Communications Chat: \nThe Benefits of APR in Health Care Communications for Your Career and Your Organization. \nPresented by the Health Academy. \nMarch 25\,11 am PT \n  \nREGISTER HERE. URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-event-health-academy-communications-chat/ LOCATION:CA ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210324T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210324T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210309T195812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210309T195812Z UID:19752-1616594400-1616598000@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA Event: PRSA’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee Presents Celebrating Women in Tech DESCRIPTION:  \nAs we continue to commemorate Women’s History Month\, please plan to join PRSA for Diverse Dialogues: Celebrating Women in Tech on Tuesday\, March 24 at 2 p.m. PT. \n  \nYou’ll meet the women in tech who are disrupting the industry. You’ll also get looped into the latest technology\, advancements and innovations that communications professionals need to know. \nExplore perspectives on how technology is impacting the PR and communications profession today\, and how to better position tech to further our industry\, whether for clients or in-house. \nAt this webinar\, you’ll hear key insights from: \n\nBrandi Boatner\, Manager\, Digital & Advocacy Communications @IBM Corporate Communications\nCathy Hackl\, futurist & author of “The Augmented Workforce: How AR\, AI\, 5G Will Impact Every Dollar You Make.”\n\n  \nREGISTER HERE. \n  \nMeet Our Participants \n \nBrandi Boatner is an award-winning digital communication\, public relations\, social media professional and prolific public speaker based in New York City. As a member of the IBMer Communications team (employee/internal communications)\, Boatner supports key initiatives for the Transformation and Culture function\, including social media support for the SVP of Transformation and Culture and digital engagement for diversity and inclusion channels. She leads initiatives that empower managers to help shape the IBM culture from within their teams\, drive employee advocacy through social activation and continues to serve as the lead for social justice communications known as Emb(race)\, IBM’s response in combating implicit bias\, discrimination and racial inequality. Currently\, Boatner is one of five finalists for Outstanding In-House PR Professional for the 2021 PR Week Awards. \n  \n \nCathy Hackl is a leading tech futurist and globally recognized business leader specializing in augmented reality (AR)\, virtual reality (VR) and spatial computing. She is one of LinkedIn’s top technology voices (the highest honor on the platform) and a champion for diversity. Hackl has worked with some of the biggest names in tech including Amazon Web Services (AWS)\, Magic Leap and HTC VIVE. She leads the Futures Intelligence Group\, a futures research & consulting firm that works with clients in tech\, fashion\, media\, government\, and defense implementing innovation strategies\, strategic foresight and emerging technologies. \n  \nJoin the conversation using #PRDiversity and tagging @PRSADiversity. \n  \nREGISTER HERE. \n  \n  \n  URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-event-prsas-diversity-inclusion-committee-presents-celebrating-women-in-tech/ LOCATION:CA ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210319T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210319T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210224T230931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210319T230645Z UID:19688-1616155200-1616158800@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA-LA Job Club DESCRIPTION:Are you in between PR jobs and looking for your next opportunity?\nPRSA-LA Job Club\, Fridays at noon via Zoom. \nMembers of the Los Angeles area public relations community that are currently unemployed are invited to participate in the PRSA-LA Job Club. This group will meet weekly to share tips\, insights\, and support each other during one of life’s most stressful times. The PRSA-LA Job Club is a positive\, encouraging environment that will help keep job-seekers motivated and on track. \nEach weekly virtual session will be moderated by a PRSA-LA board member to keep the positive conversation flowing. Guest speakers drawn from executive search\, the corporate world\, academia and our members who have found new jobs during COVID will join periodically to offer insights and advice. \nThis club is a free service of PRSA-LA to support our members and the Los Angeles public relations community during the COVID business slump and current members will receive additional personalized support. \nFeel free to join weekly or as you are able\, Fridays at noon via Zoom. \nPlease email Allie Lee (allisonltlee AT gmail.com) with a few short details about yourself and your search\, as well as whether you’re a current member of PRSA-LA. Please also attach your current resume. The meeting Zoom link will be shared 24 hours prior to each session. URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-la-job-club-4/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210316T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210316T163000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210315T192055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T192205Z UID:19764-1615908600-1615912200@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA Event - Power Women: The Rise of Diverse Women in Communications DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin PRSA for a webinar on “Power Women – The Rise of Diverse Women in Communications\,” scheduled for Tuesday\, March 16 at 6:30 p.m. EDT. \nParticipants will include: \n\nFelicia Blow\, APR\, Associate Vice President for Development\, Hampton University\nLisa Garcia\, Partner⁄Chief Operating Officer\, Sachs Media\nJacqueline Liu\, Vice President\, The Pollack Group\nJulie Lugones\, Founder\, Fusion Communications Inc.\nLauren Wattie\, Vice President\, Vault Communications\nOpening Remarks: Shelley Spector\, Co-Founder\, Museum of Public Relations and President\, Spector Public Relations\nModerator: Joanne Tabellija-Murphy\, National Director of Corporate Affairs/Constituent Relations\, Walmart\n\nYou will hear about the journeys and experiences of prominent women in PR. Join us as we advance from “storytelling” to “story-doing.” \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-event-power-women-the-rise-of-diverse-women-in-communications/ LOCATION:CA ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210316T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210316T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210315T194634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T195537Z UID:19769-1615903200-1615906800@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA Event - Building Bridges: Standing & Speaking Up Against Anti-Asian Racism DESCRIPTION:Plan to join PRSA for their next Diverse Dialogues program\, Building Bridges: Standing & Speaking Up Against Anti-Asian Racism\, on Tuesday\, March 16 at 2 p.m. PDT. \nPRSA and PRSSA will host this special virtual panel to discuss the impact of xenophobia\, discrimination and assault on the Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. \nThe one-hour session will provide insight\, guidance and share strategies on how communications/PR professionals and college students can apply themselves\, or their organizations\, to not only speak up in support but to also take action. \nAt this webinar\, you’ll hear from: \n\nBill Imada\, Chairman and Chief Connectivity Officer\, IW Group\nCady Lang\, staff writer\, Time\nU.S. Representative Grace Meng (D-Queens)\nModerators: Carolyn Lok\, PRSSA National President & Haniya Shariff\, PRSSA Vice President\, Diversity & Inclusion\n\nREGISTER HERE \n  \n\n\n\nMeet Our Participants \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBill Imada is Chairman and Chief Connectivity Officer of IW Group\, a fully integrated marketing communications agency specializing in multicultural markets. For more than three decades\, Bill and his team have served some of the top global firms and governmental agencies. Bill is a co-founding member of several national and regional organizations\, including the APIA Scholars (formerly Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund)\, Asian/Pacific Islander American Chamber of Commerce & Entrepreneurship (National ACE)\, ACE NextGen\, and the National Millennial and Gen Z Community. He also serves on the boards of the Advertising Educational Foundation\, Center for Asian American Media\, Coalition for Asian Pacifics in Entertainment\, LAGRANT Foundation\, National ACE\, and the PBS Foundation.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCady Lang is a writer and producer living in Brooklyn\, by way of the Bay Area. She’s currently a staff writer at Time where she centers her work on how culture intersects with race and identity. Cady produced “See You Next Time\,” a documentary about a Brooklyn nail salon that was an official selection of Sundance\, Hot Docs and AFI Docs. It’s now streaming on the New Yorker. Her upcoming project\, “Barrio Chino Havana\,” focuses on the Chinese diaspora in Cuba.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nU.S. Congresswoman Grace Meng is serving her third term in the United States House of Representatives. Grace represents the Sixth Congressional District of New York encompassing much of the New York City borough of Queens. Grace is the first Asian American member of Congress from New York State\, and the only Congressmember of Asian descent in the entire Northeast. She is also the first female member of Congress from Queens since former Vice Presidential nominee Geraldine Ferraro. Grace is a member of the powerful House Appropriations Committee and its Subcommittees on State and Foreign Operations\, and Commerce\, Justice\, Science and Related Agencies. She is also a Senior Whip and Regional Whip for New York.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCarolyn Lok is PRSSA National President.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHaniya Shariff is PRSSA Vice President\, Diversity & Inclusion.\n\n\n\n  \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-event-building-bridges-standing-speaking-up-against-anti-asian-racism/ LOCATION:CA ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210312T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210312T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210224T230418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T230418Z UID:19685-1615550400-1615554000@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA-LA Job Club DESCRIPTION:
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\nPRSA-LA Job Club\, Fridays at noon via Zoom. \nMembers of the Los Angeles area public relations community that are currently unemployed are invited to participate in the PRSA-LA Job Club. This group will meet weekly to share tips\, insights\, and support each other during one of life’s most stressful times. The PRSA-LA Job Club is a positive\, encouraging environment that will help keep job-seekers motivated and on track. \nEach weekly virtual session will be moderated by a PRSA-LA board member to keep the positive conversation flowing. Guest speakers drawn from executive search\, the corporate world\, academia and our members who have found new jobs during COVID will join periodically to offer insights and advice.\nThis club is a free service of PRSA-LA to support our members and the Los Angeles public relations community during the COVID business slump and current members will receive additional personalized support. \nFeel free to join weekly or as you are able\, our first session is December 11. \nPlease email Allie Lee (allisonltlee AT gmail.com) with a few short details about yourself and your search\, as well as whether you’re a current member of PRSA-LA. Please also attach your current resume. The meeting Zoom link will be shared 24 hours prior to each session. \n
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URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-la-job-club-3/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210305T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210305T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210224T224446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T224446Z UID:19681-1614945600-1614949200@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA-LA Job Club DESCRIPTION:Are you in between PR jobs and looking for your next opportunity?\nPRSA-LA Job Club\, Fridays at noon via Zoom. \nMembers of the Los Angeles area public relations community that are currently unemployed are invited to participate in the PRSA-LA Job Club. This group will meet weekly to share tips\, insights\, and support each other during one of life’s most stressful times. The PRSA-LA Job Club is a positive\, encouraging environment that will help keep job-seekers motivated and on track. \nEach weekly virtual session will be moderated by a PRSA-LA board member to keep the positive conversation flowing. Guest speakers drawn from executive search\, the corporate world\, academia and our members who have found new jobs during COVID will join periodically to offer insights and advice.\nThis club is a free service of PRSA-LA to support our members and the Los Angeles public relations community during the COVID business slump and current members will receive additional personalized support. \nFeel free to join weekly or as you are able\, our first session is December 11. \nPlease email Allie Lee (allisonltlee AT gmail.com) with a few short details about yourself and your search\, as well as whether you’re a current member of PRSA-LA. Please also attach your current resume. The meeting Zoom link will be shared 24 hours prior to each session. URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-la-job-club-2/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210303T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210303T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210225T225907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T225907Z UID:19704-1614772800-1614776400@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA Event: Women in Sports Who Changed the Game Forever DESCRIPTION:Blazing a Trail for All Women \nIn a year where significant change is beginning to happen in the sports industry\, with more women having a seat at the table\, join the Entertainment & Sports Section on Wednesday\, March 3 at 3 p.m. EST as we sit down with some of the Women in Sports who helped blaze the trail for all women\, changing the game forever. \nFor decades\, women had been working tirelessly in the shadows\, until the sound of the glass ceiling broke and the world began to take notice. You’ll hear our panelists describe their journeys\, how they overcame stereotypes and how they leverage their positions to continue to move the needle forward. \nYou’ll learn from: \n \nDr. Cheryl Robinson\nFounder of Ready2Roar and Embrace the Pivot brand \nDr. Cheryl Robinson is an international speaker\, founder of Ready2Roar and Embrace the Pivot brand\, Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership and regular contributor at ForbesWomen with 14 Editors’ Pick titles. She has 15 years of experience in sports & entertainment. Robinson’s career started in intercollegiate athletics. She then networked her way onto a team that managed a professional boxer\, worked with professional athletes on projects off the court and had involvement with the 2014 NYNJ Super Bowl. \n  \n \nMelissa McGhie Proctor\nExecutive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Atlanta Hawks & State Farm Arena \nMelissa McGhie Proctor is executive vice president and chief marketing officer of the Atlanta Hawks & State Farm Arena. In this role\, Proctor oversees the day-to-day operations of the club’s marketing. Part of the NBA since high school\, Proctor was the first “team attendant”/ball girl for the Miami Heat organization\, and in later years\, returned to work for the Heat in the basketball operations division. Over her career\, Proctor’s professional achievements have earned her accolades from a multitude of publications and organizations. She has been recognized with Leaders and Aspire Academy’s Leaders Under 40 Award; earned a mention on Atlanta Magazine’s 2018 list of Women Making a Mark\, and was recently selected as part of the Sports Business Journal/Daily’s 2020 class of Forty Under 40. A published author\, Proctor released her first book this year\, titled “From Ball Girl to CMO.” \n  \n \nDr. Jen Welter\nThe first woman to coach in the NFL \nDr. Jen Welter is a groundbreaking\, barrier-busting force of nature. She is a female trailblazer\, a sports pioneer\, Ph.D.\, passionate leader\, world-renowned speaker\, entrepreneur and source of inspiration around the globe. Welter’s relentless pursuit of individual excellence and success in challenging the status quo time and time again\, fuels her current drive to help others achieve their best — in sports\, health and wellness\, professional pursuits and in life. Building on her remarkable career in women’s football\, that included two Gold medals with Team USA\, four World Championships and eight All-Star selections\, Welter broke into the men’s game as the first female running back signed to a men’s professional team. Blending her passion for the game with a powerful\, unique communication style\, she broke through the biggest boys club of all\, the NFL\, as the first female coach in the league and the Madden NFL 20 video game. Crystallizing her journey into a playbook for overall success\, Welter published “Play Big\, Lessons in Living Limitless from the First Woman to Coach in the NFL.” \n  \n \nModerator: Janet A. Smith\nVice President of Brand Communication Atlanta Hawks & State Farm Arena \nModerator: Janet A. Smith is a versatile marketing and communications professional with a truly unique combination of experience in entertainment\, sports\, youth\, ethnic\, live event\, nonprofit and consumer goods industries. As Vice President of Brand Communication for the Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena\, she meshes traditional media relations\, internal and executive communications responsibilities with integrated brand planning and celebrity and influencer engagement oversight. Amplifying the brands through “off the court” activities\, including corporate social responsibility\, corporate partnerships and television and film integration\, Smith builds consensus across the organization to maximize media opportunities to tell the unique story of the brand. \n  \nThis session is FREE for all PRSA-LA members. Look out for your code in your email. \nSIGN UP HERE \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-event-women-in-sports-who-changed-the-game-forever/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:PRSA,Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210226T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210226T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210224T223810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T223810Z UID:19678-1614340800-1614344400@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA-LA Job Club DESCRIPTION:Are you in between PR jobs and looking for your next opportunity?\nPRSA-LA Job Club\, Fridays at noon via Zoom. \nMembers of the Los Angeles area public relations community that are currently unemployed are invited to participate in the PRSA-LA Job Club. This group will meet weekly to share tips\, insights\, and support each other during one of life’s most stressful times. The PRSA-LA Job Club is a positive\, encouraging environment that will help keep job-seekers motivated and on track. \nEach weekly virtual session will be moderated by a PRSA-LA board member to keep the positive conversation flowing. Guest speakers drawn from executive search\, the corporate world\, academia and our members who have found new jobs during COVID will join periodically to offer insights and advice.\nThis club is a free service of PRSA-LA to support our members and the Los Angeles public relations community during the COVID business slump and current members will receive additional personalized support. \nFeel free to join weekly or as you are able\, our first session is December 11. \nPlease email Allie Lee (allisonltlee AT gmail.com) with a few short details about yourself and your search\, as well as whether you’re a current member of PRSA-LA. Please also attach your current resume. The meeting Zoom link will be shared 24 hours prior to each session. URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-la-job-club/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210225T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210225T181500 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210212T224153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T222907Z UID:19624-1614272400-1614276900@prsala.org SUMMARY:State of the State of PR: Post-Pandemic Communications DESCRIPTION:A global pandemic\, record unemployment\, a shift in the way of working\, social distancing. The year 2020 not only impacted millions of people around the globe but will it permanently impact the future of public relations and communications? What did we learn? What is temporary? What is here to stay?  \nPANELISTS: \n\nBrenda Duran\, LA County Executive Office\, Board of Supervisors\nNadia Hernandez\, Senior Director of Media and PR\, Hispanic Communications Network (HCN)\nDavid Sampson\, Media Relations\, UCLA Health\nJamie Simpson\, Vice President\, Global Communications\, Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board\n\nDate: Thursday\, Feb. 25\nTime: 5-6 p.m. PT\n6-6:15 p.m. PT (post-event networking)\nVia ZOOM \nPRSA-LA Members – Free admission \nNon-members – $15 \nRSVP HERE URL:https://prsala.org/event/state-of-the-state-of-pr-post-pandemic-communications/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210223T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210223T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20210220T010841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210220T052800Z UID:19644-1614103200-1614106800@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA-LA & BPRS Clubhouse Event: Impact of African Americans in the World of PR DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin PRSA-LA and BPRS-LA on Clubhouse Tuesday\, February 23 from 6 – 7 p.m. PT as we celebrate Black History Month with a discussion about the impact of African Americans in the world of PR and communications!\n \nIt’s more important than ever to amplify the stories of African American professionals within the world of public relations (PR). Come hear from BIPOC PR professionals as we look to uplift one another and discuss how to leverage our various roles in communications to enact change. \nThe discussion will be led by Leshelle Sargent\, Vice President of PRSA-LA; Latashia DeVeaux\, President of BPRS-LA\, Stephen Chavez\, Vice President of PRSA-LA; Shawn Smith\, former President of PRSA-LA and BPRS-LA; John McCartney\, Director-At-Large of PRSA-LA and much more… \nTo join us for this informative discussion\, please  \nJoin us and BPRS-LA on Clubhouse next Tuesday\, 2/23 from 6 – 7 p.m. PT as PRSA-LA celebrates #BlackHistoryMonth with a discussion about the impact of African Americans in the world of PR and communications! http://bit.ly/37cieHT #PRSALA #BHM   \nNot sure what Clubhouse is? Don’t know how to join? Clubhouse is the latest social platform for live audio-only discussions. It’s currently only available on iOS (iPhone users) and you can learn more about the platform here\, or a https://www.joinclubhouse.com/ \nAnd be sure to read this post “The Importance of Recognizing Black History in Public Relations\,” published on PRSay\, the extension of Strategies & Tactics\, PRSA’s monthly publication. \nFree to all. Clubhouse link:  http://bit.ly/37cieHT URL:https://prsala.org/event/prsa-la-hpra-la-clubhouse-event-impact-of-african-americans-in-the-world-of-pr/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201211T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201211T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20201208T184131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201208T185537Z UID:19471-1607688000-1607691600@prsala.org SUMMARY:PRSA-LA Job Club DESCRIPTION:  \nAre you in between PR jobs and looking for your next opportunity?\nPRSA-LA Job Club\, Fridays at noon via Zoom. \nMembers of the Los Angeles area public relations community that are currently unemployed are invited to participate in the PRSA-LA Job Club. This group will meet weekly to share tips\, insights\, and support each other during one of life’s most stressful times. The PRSA-LA Job Club is a positive\, encouraging environment that will help keep job-seekers motivated and on track. \nEach weekly virtual session will be moderated by a PRSA-LA board member to keep the positive conversation flowing. Guest speakers drawn from executive search\, the corporate world\, academia and our members who have found new jobs during COVID will join periodically to offer insights and advice.\nThis club is a free service of PRSA-LA to support our members and the Los Angeles public relations community during the COVID business slump and current members will receive additional personalized support. \nFeel free to join weekly or as you are able\, our first session is December 11. \nPlease email Allie Lee (allisonltlee AT gmail.com) with a few short details about yourself and your search\, as well as whether you’re a current member of PRSA-LA. Please also attach your current resume. The meeting Zoom link will be shared 24 hours prior to each session. URL:https://prsala.org/event/19471/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201112T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201112T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20200114T023915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201109T210239Z UID:16071-1605198600-1605204000@prsala.org SUMMARY:56th Annual PRism Awards DESCRIPTION:  \nPRSA-LA is happy to announce the 56th Annual PRism Awards—the Los Angeles region’s premier awards program recognizing excellence in public relations strategic campaigns\, tactical programs\, and professional merit will be held on November 12\, 2020\, at 4:30 PM virtually via Zoom this year. \nWe have the honor of Kim Tobin from NBC4 as our 56th PRism Awards Ceremony host together with special guest\, Comedian Jason Love. \nProgram: \n4:30 – 5 PM    Papa John’s 20-20 Networking Reception\nSponsored by Papa John Pizza. The first 20 people to join our Zoom session will receive a $20 Papa John’s Gift Card (can be used the same night!). \n5 – 6 PM   PRism Awards Ceremony\nProudly Sponsored by BusinessWire. \nJoin us as we celebrate the best public relations practitioners\, campaigns\, and tactics! \nFREE TO JOIN. REGISTER HERE NOW!\n \n  \nHere are the PRSA-LA 56th PRism Awards Finalists. URL:https://prsala.org/event/56th-annual-prism-awards/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201030 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201031 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20200129T214615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T185745Z UID:16119-1604016000-1604102399@prsala.org SUMMARY:National Publicist Day DESCRIPTION: URL:https://prsala.org/event/national-publicist-day/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201001T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201001T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20200129T214116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200922T204925Z UID:16113-1601577000-1601584200@prsala.org SUMMARY:Sunrise Honors: A Celebration of Diversity and Inclusion DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]PRSA-LA SUNRISE HONORS \nVIRTUAL AWARDS PROGRAM & FIRESIDE CHAT\nTHURSDAY\, OCT. 1 AT 6:30 P.M. TO 8:30 P.M. PST \nPRSA-LA Sunrise Honors looks to recognize a leader or organization that has clearly demonstrated why diversity and inclusivity are important. \nThis year given the heightened awareness around systemic racism after the death of George Floyd\, PRSA-LA aims to shine a spotlight on two worthy organizations who are on the front lines fighting for social justice. We’re excited to announce Color Of Change and UnidosUS as the 2020 Sunrise Honors honorees. \nHonorees: \n \nZandra Zuno Baermann\nSenior Vice President of Communications and Marketing for UnidosUS (formerly NCLR)\nwww.linkedin.com \n \nRashad Robinson\nPresident for Color Of Change\nwww.linkedin.com \n \nRashid Shabazz\nChief Marketing and Storytelling Officer for Color Of Change\nwww.linkedin.com \n \nAmity Paye\nDirector of Communications for Color Of Change\nwww.linkedin.com \nHOSTED BY: PRSA-LA\, BPRS and HPRA-LA \nPRSA-LA\, HPRA-LA\, BPRS MEMBERS: FREE (However\, please consider a donation to support events such as this.)\nSTUDENTS: FREE\nNON-MEMBERS: $20 per person \nREGISTER TODAY![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://prsala.org/event/sunrise-honors-a-diversity-event/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200909T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200909T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20200904T032017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200904T195559Z UID:19225-1599652800-1599656400@prsala.org SUMMARY:Pulse of the Indusry: Future of the PR Job Market DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is the future of the PR job market? Will PR be a remote job forever? Join PRSA-LA on September 9 at noon PT for a virtual (BYO) lunch and learn session to discuss key factors facing today’s PR job industry with representatives from Remote PR Jobs\, Merritt Group and Metro Public Relations. This event is complimentary for PRSA-LA members. \n\nThis session will feature insights from PR agencies and independent practitioners on the current pulse of the PR and communications job market. Topics for discussion include staffing and business updates\, a general overview of the hiring market\, and a look at what’s next for the field.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPEAKERS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAndrea Holland\nFounder\, Remote PR Jobs\nwww.remoteprjobs.com/about\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSuzanne Block\nSenior Director of Emerging Technology Group\, Head of West Coast Operations\nMerritt Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTess Finkle\nFounder\, Metro Public Relations\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tessfinkle/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nMODERATOR\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStacy Schwartz\nIndependent Public Relations Strategist and Consultant;\nChair PRSA-LA Independent Practitioners Alliance (IPA)\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stacyschwartzpr/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe session is sponsored by Remote PR Jobs and is being put on by PRSA-LA’s IPA Group. RemotePRJobs is the #1 remote jobs resource for PR professionals. Discounts on the weekly newsletter and website membership that shares 30+ remote PR and Communications jobs every week will be offered for every participant. Jobs are project-based\, part-time\, and full-time in a variety of industries.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nPRSA-LA Members- Free admission\nNon-members- $10\n\nREGISTER HERE URL:https://prsala.org/event/pulse-of-the-indusry-future-of-pr-job-market/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200902T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200902T100000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20200901T180224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200901T180725Z UID:19211-1599037200-1599040800@prsala.org SUMMARY:APRs Speak: Black Men Discuss Ethics\, Equity & Inclusion DESCRIPTION:APRs Speak: Black Men Discuss Ethics\, Equity & Inclusion\nWednesday\, September 2\, 12:00 – 1:00 PM EST\nFor September Ethics Month\, the PRSA Board of Ethics and Professional Standards (BEPS) invites you to this free webinar for PRSA members. This is in conjunction with BEPS’ monthly First Wednesday Ethics Officer Webinars. \nFour Accredited black men share PR Ethics Code applications. \n– Learn strategies such as applying PR Ethics Code Values of Independence\, Fairness\, and Advocacy for workplace inclusion. \n– Brainstorm how your chapter may be more proactively inclusive with board nominations\, membership recruitment\, and Accreditation courses. \nAPRs: Earn .5 CE Credit!\nPlease\, invite your chapter president. \nAbout the Panelists: \n• @Brandon Wilson\, APR\, President & CEO\, WilBron\, Inc.- With 18 years of communications experience\, Brandon is the first black man in Alabama PRSA to earn Accreditation\, and one of the first black men to serve as a PRSA chapter president. \n• Roszell Gadson\, APR\, public affairs specialist\, State Farm – After more than a decade as a TV reporter\, Roszell transitioned to corporate public affairs 12 years ago. He provides national external communication strategy and support for several State Farm companies including State Farm Life Company\, State Farm Bank\, and State Farm Credit Union\, and is an operations spokesperson for AL\, GA\, TN\, MS\, LA and AR. \n• @Cedric Brown\, APR\, columnist\, “D&I Explained\,” PRSA’s Strategies & Tactics and a digital strategist – Cedric has 9 years experience across sectors and has been published on diversity and inclusion issues. \n• @Kenn Dixon\, MA\, APR\, Vice President of Communication & Public Relations\, Texas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists – Kenn has 18 years of marketing communications experience\, is a U.S. Marine veteran\, and an ordained pastor. \nTo participate:\nJoin the Zoom Meeting: zoom.us/j/9813200346\nPassword: BEPS \nIf you cannot participate on September 2\, this webinar will be recorded\, and posted to the Ethics in Communications community library\, under 2020 webinars. \nBring your lunch\, encourage your chapter president\, and join these 4 Accredited black men leaders for lunch on September 2! URL:https://prsala.org/event/aprs-speak-black-men-discuss-ethics-equity-inclusion/ LOCATION:CA ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200629T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200629T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20200626T201648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200626T201726Z UID:19103-1593439200-1593442800@prsala.org SUMMARY:Feeling My PRide Happy Hour DESCRIPTION:PRSA-New York: Feeling My PRide Happy Hour & Networking Event\nMonday\, June 29 at 2 pm PST\nFREE event to members\nRSVP now: https://bit.ly/2YywsPA \n\nWe are thrilled to invite you to a PRSA-NY event\, as we continue to celebrate Pride this month and throughout the year with our Feeling My PRide Happy Hour & Networking Event! You’ll have a chance to network with PR PRide\, Media Pros and Trailblazers. We have a fun celebrity appearance with the incredible Carson Kressley – Carson will be joining us in the beginning of the event\, so please make sure to arrive early to celebrate with him and the rest of our partners below! \nAll are welcome to join us on Monday\, June 29 at 5pm ET for this FREE event\, as we will highlight ways to come together and support by collaboration\, sharing best practices\, media pitching tips\, and discussing recent relevant campaigns showcasing the amazing work over the years and recently. PRSA-NY launched Feeling My PRide to better serve our LGBTQI+ community within PRSA-NY and those outside of the organization\, to encourage inclusivity and belonging within PRSA-NY and beyond throughout the PR and media communications industry as a whole. \nWe are excited to showcase Feeling My PRide Trailblazers to celebrate Global Pride within the PR and communications industry. The intention behind this initiative is to encourage PR and media professionals to lift each other up\, come together and celebrate PR and marketers who have done an incredible job over the years supporting the LGBTQI+ community. Wit that said\, we are absolutely honored to have partners including the Black Public Relations Society New York chapter (BPRS-NY) and the Hispanic Public Relations Association New York Chapter (HPRA-NY.) This includes Tracey Wood Mendelsohn\, President & CEO of BPRS-NY and Erika Sanchez\, President of HPRA-NY. We are also looking forward to having our partners across the PRSA network joining us for this special event including PRSA OC\, PRSA Los Angeles\, PRSA Dallas and PRSA National Capital Chapter. \nOur co-hosts for the evening include Martin Tettey\, PRSA-NY’s D&I Co-Chair and Loren Antonio Durán\, Account Supervisor at Finn Partners and Board Director of HPRA-NY. What’s more\, we have special guests including\, GLAAD’s Chief Communications Officer\, Rich Ferraro and Igee Okafor\, Founder & Editor-in-Chief of BOND OFFICIAL. Feel free to spread the word – invite friends and colleagues! Be sure to have a delicious cocktail or mocktail as Loren and Rich lead us with a special cheer and toast to Feeling My PRide. Follow along on social by using #FeelingMyPRide and #PRSANY on Twitter and Instagram. \nRSVP now: https://bit.ly/2YywsPA\nMore info\, contact Kellie Jelencovich\, President\, PRSA-NY: kelilake@gmail.com URL:https://prsala.org/event/feeling-my-pride-happy-hour/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Other Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200625T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200625T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20200619T172024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200619T175433Z UID:19082-1593100800-1593104400@prsala.org SUMMARY:Travel Talk: Driving Our Destinations DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, June 25 for Travel Talk: Driving Our Destinations: Communication Strategies to Welcome Travelers in 2020\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nTourism Talk: Summer 2020 is here! How are Southern California’s prime destinations welcoming travelers back? \nSummer kicks off next week and Southern California destinations are getting ready to reopen to travelers once again. Knowing drive markets will take center stage as travel recovers\, PRSA-LA is proud to offer a leisure\, business\, and destination industry roundtable “Driving Our Destinations: Communication Strategies to Welcome Travelers in 2020.” \nDesigned for marketing and communication professionals in travel\, tourism\, entertainment\, and hospitality\, this event will offer smart strategies and insights to plan your own post COVID-19 reopening strategies. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFEATURED PANELISTS \nJulie Wagner\, CEO\, Beverly Hills CVB \nAs CEO\, Julie Wagner leads the Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau (BHCVB) and guides the strategy\, development\, and implementation of the office’s efforts in positioning Beverly Hills as a modern\, glamorous\, and world-class destination for those seeking the pinnacle of luxury. Calling on more than 25 years of experience in hospitality marketing\, Wagner\, along with BHCVB’s Board of Directors which consists of some of the leading business owners and managers in the city\, directs a global marketing strategy with a focus on the United States\, China\, UK\, Australia\, India and the Middle East\, with BHCVB participating in the full International Luxury Travel Market global portfolio. Her efforts encourage tourism and commerce\, providing unparalleled opulent experiences while supporting local businesses and encouraging the brand innovations and concept evolutions that entice visitors to return. \nMark Rudyk\, Executive Director\, Visit Carlsbad \nAn expert in traditional and online marketing\, Mark Rudyk offers over 15 years of expertise in branding and destination marketing\, print design and production to digital/web programming and project management. Mark leads the integrated marketing campaign for Visit Carlsbad\, and leverages multiple digital & traditional platforms in an ever-changing and evolving technological marketing landscape. \nJenny Wedge\, Director of PR & Community Relations\, Travel Costa Mesa \nWith over 15 years of experience in media relations\, crisis communications and strategic planning\, Jenny Wedge leads the communications and public relations effort for Travel Costa Mesa to drive awareness\, visitation and to support the destination’s overall business goals. A long-time member of PRSA and former president of OCPRSA\, Jenny has worked with leading destination such as Newport Beach\, Orange County Visitors Association\, City of Orange\, and others. \nRyan Becker \,Vice President of Communications\, Visit California \nRyan Becker is the vice president of Communications for Visit California. He leads the team responsible for developing communications strategies that promote Visit California’s mission to cultivate demand for the California brand. These strategies encompass corporate communications\, media relations\, industry relations and public affairs initiatives. \nMODERATOR: The panel will be moderated by recognized Travel Writer Author\, Sucheta Rawal. \nSucheta Rawal is a travel expert with a mission to raise awareness of the world through meaningful travel and cultural understanding. Drawing from her own experience of traveling to 100 countries across 7 continents\, Sucheta speaks to businesses on how to make travel sustainable\, accessible\, and profitable. She is the Founder and Executive Director of Go Eat Give\, as well as a freelance travel writer for CNN. Named one of the Top 30 Most Influential Travel Bloggers in The World\, 40 Under 40 Best and the Brightest in GA\, and Top 5 Cultural Bloggers in the World\, Sucheta is an award-winning food and travel writer\, cooking instructor and philanthropist. Originally from India\, Sucheta started discovering the world when she moved to United States at the age of seventeen. URL:https://prsala.org/event/travel-talk-driving-our-destinations/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200604T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200604T163000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20200601T212435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T034252Z UID:17250-1591286400-1591288200@prsala.org SUMMARY:Crisis Webinar Series- Media Relations Before\, During\, After a Trial DESCRIPTION:Crisis Webinar Series-Media Relations Before\, During\, After a Trial\n\n\n\nPowerhouse attorney Bart Williams\, honored by numerous outlets for his skill as a litigator\, joins us to discuss how he handles media relations during before\, during and after trial. Bart has been lead attorney for some of the highest profile lawsuits in the nation and will share his vast experience with us on best practices and some helpful tips. URL:https://prsala.org/event/crisis-webinar-series-media-relations-before-during-after-a-trial/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200528T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200528T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20200420T180900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200420T181217Z UID:16374-1590688800-1590692400@prsala.org SUMMARY:NATIONAL: Decoding Gen Z: Actionable Insights For Public Relations and Communication Professionals DESCRIPTION:In 2020\, Generation Z will be the largest consumer segment in the United States and a critical audience for many corporations\, brands\, organizations\, and public relations agencies. Unlike every generation before them\, Gen Z does not consume traditional editorial media. They prefer channels such as Instagram and YouTube for news\, information and other content. Gen Z also does not respond to traditional marketing and advertising. This webinar will detail Gen Z’s media mix\, inform how they want to be engaged and serve actionable insights and recommendations to effectively communicate and collaborate with this cohort.   \n\n\nPresenter\n\nMark Beal\, managing partner\, Taylor Communications Inc \n\n\nMark Beal is a seasoned public relations practitioner and a full-time Professor of Practice in Public Relations in the School of Communication and Information at Rutgers University. It was his Gen Z students at Rutgers who he collaborates with daily who inspired him to author Decoding Gen Z: 101 Lessons Generation Z Will Teach Corporate America\, Marketers & Media. Mark regularly delivers Gen Z keynote speeches featuring his quarterly nationwide survey data and insights to conferences\, corporations\, organizations\, and agencies.   \n\n\n\nAccreditation\n\nParticipants with the APR credential earn 0.5 CEUs for a webinar. Learn more about Accreditation maintenance. \n\nREGISTER ONLINE \nFREE TO MEMBERS \nNon-Members: $200 URL:https://prsala.org/event/national-decoding-gen-z-actionable-insights-for-public-relations-and-communication-professionals/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:PRSA ORGANIZER;CN="PRSA":MAILTO:executive.director@prsala.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200528T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200528T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20200504T205534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200602T104137Z UID:16574-1590681600-1590685200@prsala.org SUMMARY:Crisis Webinar Series - Handling Crisis PR Across Various Languages DESCRIPTION:Crisis Webinar Series-Handling Crisis PR Across Various Languages\nThursday\, May 28 @4 pm: Handling Crisis PR Across Various Languages\n\n\n\nThursday\, May 28@4 pm: Handling Crisis PR Across Various Languages \nYurina Melara\, Multiethnic Media Strategist for Covered California\, will talk about how to communicate in-language with different communities\, especially during crisis. Getting the word out in a crisis is hard enough without having to translate it into as many languages as we have in California. URL:https://prsala.org/event/crisis-webinar-series-3/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:PRSA-LA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prsala.org/wp-content/uploads/0e53285d5c3db5178cd7694afbcef9d1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200522T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200522T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T073411 CREATED:20200504T232757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200520T224215Z UID:16588-1590141600-1590145200@prsala.org SUMMARY:Crisis Webinar Series – Daily News Coverage in a Pandemic. What’s It Like to Cover Daily News\, Including Politics\, for a City in Chaos? DESCRIPTION:Crisis Webinar Series IV – Daily News Coverage in a Pandemic: What’s It Like to Cover Daily News\, Including Politics\, for a City in Chaos? \nClaudia Peschiutta\, a news radio veteran in Los Angeles\, will talk to us about what it is like to cover the daily news in a city facing the worst recession since the Great Depression and worst viral outbreak since the Spanish Flu. \nRegister Today: $15 per webinar \nPortion of proceeds will benefit L.A. Food Bank. URL:https://prsala.org/event/crisis-webinar-series-iv/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR