Florida Public Relations Association- SW FL

Boris Hughes, Director of Marketing/Business Development of HP, NA will discuss ways marketing professionals can integrate pURLs, QR codes, multi-channel communications, and new technologies to increase Return on Marketing Investment (ROMI).

The Southwest Florida Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) will host its annual PR Pro Bono Day on September 30, 2011 to help nonprofit organizations learn how to enlist the power of publicity to promote programs and services

Angie Strait has earned the designation of Accredited in Public Relations from the Universal Accreditation Board. She is the fourth member of the FPRA Southwest Florida Chapter to earn the APR credential in the past year.

The Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) has named the Southwest Florida Chapter as its 2011 Chapter of the Year. The award was presented at the FPRA 73rd Annual Conference in Naples, Fla.

Krista Cartee and Samantha Scott, two members of the Southwest Florida Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association, have earned the designation of Accreditation in Public Relations (APR).

The Southwest Florida Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association has named Erin Comerford as its "Rising Star" award recipient for 2011. Comerford is the Public Affairs Coordinator for the Lee County Port Authority, and the FPRA treasurer.

At its August meeting, the Florida Public Relations Association Southwest Chapter will reveal how to enhance media credibility with one simple book. Kara Winton, APR, CPRC will lead a hands-on discussion about the Associated Press Stylebook.

Dr. Julia East of the Southwest Florida Community Foundation, will speak at the July meeting of the Florida Public Relations Association (Southwest Chapter). East will address ways to support the nonprofit sector and become engaged in the community.

Seven highly-respected media professionals from across Southwest Florida shared insights on the relationship between journalists and public relations professionals at the Florida Public Relations Association's annual Media Breakfast in Fort Myers.

The Southwest Florida chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) will host its annual Media Breakfast on Tuesday, June 7, 2011. Panelists include print, radio, and television journalists who will share their perspectives.