January 2012

Important Chapter Dates• Dec 31 – Renewals are due to the State office• January 10 – Regular Luncheon, Karen Ryan, LCEC to

Q: How much does it cost to apply for accreditation?A: $385 … but the FPRA state office and the Southwest Florida Chapter

By Jessica Clarkjessicaclark@shellpoint.orgMore often than not, Image entries often lose points or are disqualified for not following the entry criteria. The very

By Carla Ulakoviccarla.ulakovic@gmail.comThe December Merry Mixer was a great success! We mixed and mingled to several jingling beats as Riversedge Photography caught

By Kara Winton, APR, CPRCCredentialing ChairDo you have five years of PR experience and want to take your career to the next

By Samantha Scott, APRsamantha@getpushing.com Moving on to a new network, this month's Social Media Corner features Twitter. Many are intimidated by this

As the 2012 Olympic Games approach, it’s time to warm up and submit your medal worthy public relations programs for the Local

By Jessica Clarkjessicaclark@shellpoint.orgEarly Bird Gets the WormEveryone who renewed their membership by October 31 was included in a drawing for a $50

Advice, recommendations and news you can use from the chapter’s seasoned professionalsBy: Krista Cartee, APR Account Services Manager, Priority MarketingAs we begin

By Carla Ulakovic, carla.ulakovic@gmail.comDecember is a time to reflect on where we have been as a Chapter and begin charting FPRA’s journey