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.

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Work From Anywhere Or at our Miami or New York City Locations

rbb Communications, a best place to work and top 50 integrated communications firm, seeks an experienced public relations account director with life science, biotech or pharma experience and at least eight years of agency experience. Our new account director must have a proven track record that displays a few cycles of success in launching pharma and medical devices brands, working seamlessly with C-Suite executives, and working effectively with third party and patient advocacy groups and key opinion leaders. 

Our healthcare focused account director will work in teams, provide strategic and creative counsel to life science healthcare clients, develop strategic plans, pitch high level media, support new business development and manage internal account teams. The ideal candidate also will be able to write elegantly and synthesize complex medical information into understandable jargon. Simply put, this pro needs to be a persuasive and effective communicator who is obsessed with results.

Key Responsibilities:

•       Strategic and creative client counsel
•       Daily client contact
•       Drive high-level and impactful media results
•       Drive integrated PR campaigns with media, social media, influencers and partnerships
•       Support strategic plan and budget development 
•       Manage projects from conception to completion
•       Work in teams, manage workflow and adhere to deadlines
•       Write media materials and client communications, including releases, bylines, proposals, strategic recommendations
•       Manage staff and serve as role model to all

Minimum Requirements and Skills:

•       Eight years of agency experience; bachelor’s degree or higher
•       Life science, biotech or pharma experienceis a must
•       Significant national media contacts and pitching experience
•       Strong, persuasive writing and oral communication
•       Experience managing budgets 
•       Strategic thinker and resourceful problem solver
•       Organized and motivated
•       Fun-loving, friendly and all-around good attitude
•       Solid references

Benefits:

rbb offers a total rewards package that lets you define the right work-life blend.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, as well as customized vacation options, community volunteer pay day and donation match, and an annual health & wellness stipend.  rbb is known for its award-winning flexible work policy and employee-driven culture that supports every employee’s unique goals and growth.  

APPLY TODAY and join our employee-driven, creative and career accelerating agency. Interested? Email your resume to hireme@rbbcommunications.com or you may also apply online: https://rbbcommunications.clearcompany.com/careers/jobs/01c34c60-c6a2-fee2-bcb4-a606c1247422/apply?source=904349-CS-27815.

Part time immediate opening

Intern or entry level PR and social media savvy person to assist with writing, reporting, clips.  Coral Gables location. Please send resume to Cheryl@cam-pr.com