The Stanley Tait Professional Award for Service to the Capital Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association has been established as the highest, most prestigious award of the chapter. The award honors the spirit, professionalism and leadership of Stanley Tait, an award-winning counselor and mentor to many within the Chapter. The purpose of the award […]
Share a little background about yourself and your current position. My name is Heather Teter, APR, and I work with the City of Tallahassee, FL. I’ve been employed with the City since February 2008. Currently, I serve as a Public Information Officer in the Communications Department. How long had you been in PR when you […]
The Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) Capital Chapter Communicator of the Year award is given to an individual in the Tallahassee area who uses his or her position to enhance community awareness, understanding and support for causes and issues through outstanding use of communications and public relations skills. The selection of a winner for this […]
The Joe Curley Rising Leader Award program is intended to identify and honor up-and-coming FPRA members who demonstrate emerging leadership traits along with dedicated, active involvement in FPRA chapter activities, programs, functions and events. The goal of the award is to help recognize personal dedication and engagement of members with two to five years of […]
The Capital Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) is looking for students who exemplify PRincipled, PRagmatic PRoblem solving skills that the best PR PRofessionals bring to the table. We’ll be awarding three scholarships to applicants who demonstrate the most thorough, effective and creative communications solutions. Applications will be accepted from students at FSU, […]
Strengthen your leadership skills, grow your professional network and have fun by volunteering for an FPRA leadership position. The Capital Chapter is looking for members willing to serve in a leadership capacity during the 2018-2019 board year. The following positions are available: BOARD POSITIONS PRESIDENT-ELECT (Board Officer): Provides support and performs duties as assigned for the […]
Name and Title: Drew Piers, APR Partner, Director of Campaigns Sachs Media Group @DrewPiers Hometown: Bradenton, FL I’ve lived in Florida my whole life and love the sunshine – even though the cold we’ve had over the past several weeks has made me wonder whether I still live in the Sunshine State! What inspired you […]
PR pros might feel trapped in the terrifying Upside Down every now and then, but we took it a step further at FPRA’s Stranger Things holiday party. Scary ’80s-themed sci-fi might not be the first theme that comes to mind when you think “holiday party.” But Christmas lights, adorable kids, humor, romance, family values, and delicious […]
Name and Title: Katie Reeves, Owner of ktcreative, Boutique Marketing Agency Hometown: Tuscaloosa, AL {Roll Tide!} What inspired you to pursue a career in graphic design and marketing? I have always been a creative person and in college pursued a degree in business with a concentration in marketing. I discovered in one of my classes […]
Name and Title: Cathy Schroeder, VP of Public Affairs, BowStern Marketing Communications Hometown: Panama City, Florida What different roles have you held with the Capital Chapter and how have you benefited from those experiences? Student, minion, member, treasurer and now president-elect (eek!) What project are you most proud of? Surviving (and sometime thriving) my first […]