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PRSA Meeting Information |
| Future 2010 PRSA-OKC Meeting Info: | |||
| Date | Time | Place | Topic |
| Wed., Aug. 18, 2010 | 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Nonna's | TBD - Diversity topic |
| Wed., Sept. 15, 2010 | 9 to 11 a.m. | Various Onsite Locations |
Shadow Day-Do You Want to be MADE into a PR Professional? |
| 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Bricktown Brewery | PRSA-OKC Regular Monthly Luncheon | |
| Oct. 21, 2010 | Cocktails at 6:30 p.m. Event at 7 p.m. |
The Beacon Club | 33rd Annual Upper Case Awards Banquet |
| Wed., Nov. 17, 2010 | 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Nonna's | TBD |
| Wed., Dec. 15, 2010 | 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Nonna's | Best of Show from the Upper Case Awards Banquet |
July 21 , 2010
National Public Relations Society of America board member and accomplished communicator with more than 30 years of experience, Blake Lewis, APR, Fellow PRSA, will share his insight on the emerging issues affecting public relations professionals at the July 2010 PRSA-OKC meeting. Lewis will touch on topics like the increasing discussion of public relations professionals as chief content officers, the battle over application and control of social media and the challenges that must be overcome for integrated marketing communications to become a business reality. He will also provide an update on PRSA National, including how members will benefit from upcoming improvements and advancements. Lewis is principal of Lewis Public Relations in Dallas. His experience runs the gamut: corporate reputation and issues management, media relations and association governance and technology communications in corporate, agency and non-profit settings. During his career, Lewis has led both programs and teams of professionals that have increased revenue and brand equity, as well as preserved corporate reputations amidst a wide range of challenging situation and circumstances. Lewis earned his Accreditation in Public Relations credential and membership in the College of Fellows from the Public Relations Society of America. | |||||||||||||
June 16 , 2010
We go there for the best happy hour in Oklahoma, laugh at loud at their commercials and appreciate their roller-skating Carhops. But, behind the scenes, what really makes Sonic tick? Lee Ann Bratten, APR, director of internal communications for Sonic, America's Drive-In, will share how Sonic successfully communicates not only at its headquarters, but also to thousands of drive-ins to keep its messaging and brand consistent. Bratten will discuss Sonic case studies that will remind attendees that no matter the size of an organization, good communications begins on the inside. A native of Midwest City, Bratten is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma with a degree in Economics and minors in French and Business. She earned an M. Phil. by Research in English Literature as a Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholar at the University of Glasgow in Scotland. Prior to joining Sonic in 2001, Lee Ann worked at OU for three years as the special events coordinator. Bratten currently serves as a trustee of the Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence, President of the OU Theatre Guild, Secretary of the Alpha Iota Chapter of Delta Gamma House Corporation Board, a director of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oklahoma, and is a member of the PR Committee for Infant Crisis Services. Bratten received a Regents' Alumni Award from the University of Oklahoma in May 2008. In the fall of 2007, she was named one of OKC Business' Forty under 40 and was a member of the inaugural LOYAL (Linking Oklahoma City's Young Adult Leaders) class through Leadership OKC. Our June meeting is generously sponsored by | ||||||||||||
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Evolve Research loves to shatter the notion that research is dull and boring. Their philosophy is that anything that gives you transforming power can never be boring. Kevin Jessop, founding principal, and Julie Boyd, principal, will share case studies of how they have helped clients both gather statistics and understand the implications those numbers had for their businesses. The will discuss the processes they use - from deciding what kind of research to use to executing a study to analyzing the findings to evaluating success. Jessop and Boyd will also share low and no-cost options for research and evaluation that anyone can employ and tips for convincing a boss or client of the importance of including research and evaluation in a campaign. As the founding principal of Evolve, Jessop is responsible for overseeing all client work and focuses on research design and implementation to ensure results are actionable for each client. Prior to launching Evolve, Jessop managed online research projects for IQ Research and Consulting and has worked for Harris Interactive and Intrepid Consultants, both in their UK offices. He is an accomplished quantitative and qualitative analyst and experienced focus group moderator and in-depth interviewer. Jessop's online research skills have been recognized by PR Week. As managing principal, Boyd is responsible for overseeing Evolve's qualitative studies and business development. She focuses primarily on developing strategic recommendations based on each study's results and making sure each study achieves its objectives. Boyd has experienced all aspects of marketing communications, from corporate marketing and business development to advertising and public relations. | ||||||||||||
April 15-17, 2010
Visit the official Southwest District website (http://www.prsaswconf.org) to register. | ||||||||||
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Six metro-area non-profit organizations have been selected to receive no cost public relations advice and consulting at PR 360 - Roundtable Consulting for Nonprofits, PRSA-OKC's March monthly meeting on March 17. PR 360 - Roundtable Consulting for Nonprofits serves as a public service project of the members of the Oklahoma City Chapter of PRSA. Each nonprofit will have professionals present at their table to offer expertise and advice about an upcoming event, challenge or a mini PR plan the organization can implement. During lunch, guest speakers from a local print outlet and television station will discuss what members of the media look for in press releases and stories pitched to media outlets. They will provide valuable insight to improve the likelihood of your press release, organization or event receiving news coverage. Please note that registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with the program beginning promptly at 9 a.m. Breakfast and lunch will be served. This month's meeting will be held at the United Way of Central Oklahoma, 1444 SW 28th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73106. | ||||||||||||
Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2010
Join PRSA-OKC for the February Monthly meeting on Feb. 17 and learn in depth information about the Accredited in Public Relations. The APR credential is valuable to those practitioners who earn it; to the agencies, clients and organizations they represent; and, perhaps most importantly, to the public relations profession itself. The APR designation proves you have successfully demonstrated competency in the knowledge, skills and abilities required to practice public relations effectively in today’s business arena. Whether you’re a new PR professional, you’re considering getting your APR or you’re a seasoned, accredited professional, you need to attend this luncheon. We’ll discuss:
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Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010
Learn how local restaurant groups are incorporating social media into their marketing strategies. Panelists will discuss how social media has specifically impacted their businesses, why social media has been a successful tool for them and how it compliments their overall marketing strategies. #eatntweet Featuring: Ryan Parrott began his cooking career at age 15, and from this first job a passion and career was born. Parrott has held positions at many popular locally-owned establishments, including the Petroleum Club, Switzer's Lighthouse, Boulevard Steakhouse and 501 Ranch Steakhouse. In 2003, Parrott joined the new ownership group of Deep Fork Grill, and then joined Robert Painter and Steve Mason as a partner in bringing back Iguana Mexican Grill, which opened in July 2008. In addition, Parrott has started his own catering company called Seasons, and a one-table concept called Table ONE. Keith Paul began his career in the restaurant industry after moving to Oklahoma and accepting a sales representative position at Ben E. Keith, where he met his future wife Heather, also a sales representative. In 1997, the couple married and began talking about owning their own restaurants. Hearing that Cheever’s Café was for sale, Paul decided it was time to pursue the dream of owning a series of restaurants, and as a result, The Good Egg Dining Group was formed in 2000. The Pauls opened Iron Starr Urban BBQ in 2002, with a second location opening in Norman in 2009, and opened Red Prime Steak in 2007. Pops also joined the The Good Egg Dining Group in 2007. The Good Egg Dining Group also recently opened Market C in a renovated gas station just north of Downtown Oklahoma City. | |||||||||||||
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