Wednesday, Oct. 18: PRSA Miami & Fort Lauderdale Joint Mixer
6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Frankey's Sports Bar, The Village at Gulfstream Park

Never has networking been so much fun! Members and friends of PRSA’s Miami and Greater Fort Lauderdale chapters will meet in the middle at Frankey's Sports Bar for yummy apps, signature cocktails and stimulating conversation. Not to mention exciting chances to win gift certificates to Adena Grill and Wine Bar and Frankey’s Sports Bar.

Thanks to a generous sponsorship by Frankey's Sports Bar, attendees will receive one free drink and various bar bites. There is no registration fee, though we ask that you register online in advance. We look forward to seeing you there!

Friday, Oct. 20: Ev Clay/PRSA Miami Chapter Endowment Fund Luncheon
11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Rusty Pelican 

Join the Public Relations Society of America, Miami Chapter on Friday, October 20 as we celebrate the 30^th Annual Ev Clay/PRSA Miami Chapter Endowment Fund Luncheon. 

We will honor community leaders and legends of our industry and acknowledge incredibly promising public relations students, who have earned scholarships in support of their education through their exceptional leadership and academic accomplishments. This year's award recipients are:

2017 Bill Adams PRSA Lifetime Achievement Award recipient: 
Fernando Figueredo, APR
Executive Director, Career and Talent Development Department, Florida International University 

2017 Royal Palm Award recipient: 
Harve Mogul
President Emeritus, United Way 

The PRSA Miami Chapter will also award $20,000 in scholarships to the next generation of public relations professionals pursuing a college education at the University of Miami, Florida International University, Florida Memorial University and Miami Dade College. This year's Scholarship Recipients are:  

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Event Schedule:
Friday, October 20, 2017
Registration and Silent Auction 11:30 a.m.
Luncheon and Awards Presentation 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. 

*A late fee of $10 will be added to tickets purchased after October 16, 2017 

SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:

Presenting Sponsor:

Gold Sponsors:

         


                       
                               

Silver Sponsors:

Proceeds benefit the Ev Clay/PRSA Miami Chapter Endowment Fund, established in 1985, which has awarded more than $215,000 in scholarships to 139 deserving students.

PRSA's “Triple Play” membership promotion is underway now through November 30.  The Promo Code is FALL17.

When new members join PRSA at the $255 membership level between October 1 and November 30, they receive a complimentary Chapter membership**, a complimentary Section membership**, and the waived $65 initiation fee.

**RESTRICTIONS: If joining Counselors Academy, dues are $100 ($95 discount).  Chapter dues are covered up to $100. This offer is not available for Associate member types ($200 or less annual dues) and is not available to current or renewing members. Please click here for details.

Webinar On-Demand: 
Becoming a Truly Trusted Strategic Ethics Advisor: Building credibility, protecting reputations

• Featuring BEPS members: James E. Lukaszewski, ABC, IABC Fellow; APR, Fellow PRSA, BEPS Emeritus;Nance Larsen, APR, Fellow PRSAand Chair of BEPS; and Janelle Guthrie, APR, Fellow PRSA. 
• Full Price: $200
• Members: Free! Register
  
  

Upcoming Event:
PRSA Miami & the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce present
Navigating Ethics to Restore Trust and Improve Personal and Business Success

A seminar on truth and trust in communications

Thursday, Nov. 9
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Ryder Room, Hilton Hotel

• $20.00 Member Meeting Ticket
• $30.00 Guest Meeting Ticket
• $20.00 GMCC (Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce) Members
• $15.00 PRSSA - Student Rate

Register at prsamiami.org.

PRSA Miami Tackles Public Relations Ethics in the Age of Alternative Facts and Fake News  

Trust and ethics in the era of alternative facts and fake news was the focus of a spirited discussion hosted by PRSA Miami on May 10 with panelists from journalism, public relations and law. The panel was produced by Virgil Scudder, Rosemary Ravinal, Erika Mayor and Connie Crowther on behalf of the PRSA Miami Chapter. You may read a summary here, and view opening statements here.

Meet PRSA Miami Member: Austin Langlois
Freelance Writer and PR Consultant
Digital Communications Co-Chair, PRSA Miami

Birthplace: Seoul Korea

What accomplishment are you most proud of? In a previous position I rebranded a town (Ada Village, Michigan) and was a speechwriter for the chairman of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. 

Who is your role model? Martha Stewart. She's a savvy business woman and didn't let a huge public failure keep her from coming back stronger than ever. 

Favorite place in Miami: Sugar, at EAST

Favorite social media accounts to follow: @tacobell, @barackobama, @marthastewart

I support: The World Wildlife Fund and Heifer International 

Congratulations are in order!

Society of Professional Journalists Honors PRSA Board Member

Virgil Scudder, received one of the three top awards for Magazine Commentary and Criticism from the Florida chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists at the 23^rd Annual Sunshine State Awards Dinner at the University of Miami this July.

Scudder was recognized for the “In the C-Suite”columns that he wrote for the Public Relations Strategist. The “C-Suite” columns focused on communications challenges faced by top management of both large and small organizations, placing special emphasis on crisis management.  The pieces are available for reading and viewing on his website at www.virgilscudder.com/news.

Award-Winning Agency Continues Winning Streak

rbb Communications brought home a coveted Silver Anvil award for Hampton by Hilton’s U.S. Hispanic program in the Multicultural category. Additionally, Florida Power & Light Company's Manatee Lagoon was named a finalist in the Community Relations category.

For more information, visit www.prsamiami.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PRSAMiami and follow us on Twitter @PRSAMiami.

Is there something you'd like to see in our monthly newsletters or on social media? Send a note to President@prsamiami.org.

Public Relations and Marketing Coordinator

Carlton Fields is seeking a Public Relations and Marketing Coordinator for its downtown Miami office.     

Carlton Fields, an AmLaw 200 law firm, seeks a dynamic PR/marketing professional in its Miami, FL office. The candidate will work closely with the firm’s Chief Marketing Officer, Public Relations Manager, Marketing Manager, Senior Writer, Marketing Events Manager, and other marketing professionals.

?Experience and Required Skills:

• 3 – 5 years, preferably writing for a law firm or a professional services organization (previous experience in PR agency setting a plus)
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills (proficient in AP Style a plus), including the ability to write business communications and effectively present information and respond to inquiries from all levels of professional and support staff, clients, associations, and vendors; and an exacting attention to detail in all work product

• Strong technical skills, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel) a must; proficiency using PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat
• Proficient in public relations, event planning, and various marketing technologies, including ERM/CRM, Email Marketing software, etc.
• Ability to learn and grow with new technology and trends
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines and manage simultaneous priorities working independently or as part of a team
• Must demonstrate good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making in a multiple leader, team oriented, fast-paced environment
• Attendance at occasional evening and weekend firm events will be required
• A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role
• Enthusiasm and dedication to the development of a professional services marketing career

Education:

?College degree concentration in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field is preferred.

 Position Responsibilities:

• Serve as a member of the Public Relations team: write, edit, and proofread press releases and media web center posts; pitch and secure expert commentary and attorney bylines; assist with media interviews and requests; research and build media lists, and monitor editorial calendars; develop and maintain media contacts; collaborate with lawyers to develop media opportunities; monitor and archive firm news clips; compile internal bi-monthly news clip communication
• Work closely with Senior Writer on award nominations (identify opportunities for clients, firm, and attorneys, and write, edit, and proofread nominations)
• Collect, maintain, and track case data for survey and award submissions

• Assist Marketing Manager with preparation, submission, and monitoring of the firm’s Marketing and Client Development Budget and related financial tasks

• Update and maintain marketing technologies (CRM), web, and print materials
• Assist Marketing Events Manager with coordination of firm and client events
• Obtain CLE and CE credits for client presentations
• Serve as liaison to practice and industry groups (attend meetings, provide marketing updates and assist with requests)
• Assume other day-to-day marketing responsibilities firm wide and locally as needed

Candidates must apply using the link below.  Candidates who do not apply using this link will not be considered an applicant.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Carlton Fields is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans