Program Recap: Amplifying Voices with Trauma-Informed Storytelling

Missed our recent program? Here’s a recap of key insights, tips and resources from one of our FPRA Capital Student Chapter members, Camille Hewitt. Virtual Program: The Power of Trauma-Informed Storytelling Speaker: Carly Shein-Lanning November 19, 2025 About Our Speaker Carly Shein-Lanning is the founder of Voices Editorial, a trauma-informed marketing & communication consultancy built […]

Member Highlight: Meet Nipa Thakkar Eason

Meet the talented professionals who make up the FPRA Capital Chapter! In our member highlight series, we’re shining a spotlight on members’ unique skills, career journeys, and the expertise they bring to our community. Creativity with Purpose: How Nipa Blends Art, Storytelling, and Strategy Current Role: Digital Creative Director, RKD Group FPRA Member Since: 2021 […]

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Spotlight on Carla Juarez Farley and Claudia Machado

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to honor the diverse cultures, stories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx professionals in our community. This month, we’re proud to spotlight FPRA Capital Chapter members Carla Juarez Farley and Claudia Machado, whose experiences, traditions, and perspectives enrich the communications field and inspire others through their leadership and dedication. […]

A Night to Remember: Celebrating Excellence in Communications

On Aug. 28, the FPRA Capital Chapter came together for one of our favorite traditions — the Excellence in Communications Awards & Leadership Celebration. The evening was filled with laughter, heartfelt applause, and more than a few happy tears as we honored the people who make Tallahassee’s communications community shine. A Tradition of Celebrating Each […]

Capital Chapter Shines at FPRA 2025 PR & Communications Summit

The Florida Public Relations Association’s 2025 PR & Comms Summit, FPRA’s 85th annual conference, brought together hundreds of public relations and communications professionals from across Florida for three days of networking, professional development, and celebration. Held August 3–6 in Orlando, this year’s summit was a resounding success — and a particularly proud moment for the […]

Member Highlight: Meet Michael Sonntag

Meet the talented professionals who make up the FPRA Capital Chapter! In our member highlight series, we’re shining a spotlight on members’ unique skills, career journeys, and the expertise they bring to our community.   Michael’s Journey What do you enjoy most about being involved as a member? I could say a million great things […]

Member Highlight: Meet Kelli Gemmer Roerk

Meet the talented professionals who make up the FPRA Capital Chapter! In our member highlight series, we’re shining a spotlight on members’ unique skills, career journeys, and the expertise they bring to our community.   Kelli’s Journey What do you enjoy most about being involved as a member? The networking and events! It’s great to […]

CapChap’s Gathering of Solos

There are a variety of work settings within the Capital Chapter’s membership, including a cadre of solo practitioners. Representing a variety of communication specialties – from public affairs to digital marketing – this intrepid crew each boldly hung their shingles, and run their own consultancies. Started in 2024, the Capital Chapter’s solo practitioners get together […]

From the President: Empower. Expand. Elevate

In alignment with this year’s theme—Building Bridges, Strengthening the Village—this season has offered both sobering moments of solidarity and inspiring moments of growth. We begin this month with hearts still heavy from the recent senseless act of violence that rocked our community. As the Capital Chapter, we stand firmly with Florida State University and all […]