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| Tuesday, September 7, 2010 |
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PRSA Institute – Friday, April 10
There’s still time to register for 2009 PRSA Institute! Go online today and reserve your place at the year’s most valuable professional development event.
When: Friday, April 10 – 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Iowa Methodist Medical Center Education and Research Center
To hear a sneak peak of what will be discussed during the keynote presentation by Peter Shankman, listen to a special podcast that has been created specifically for Central Iowa PRSA members.
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Earning Your APR is a Valuable Experience
PRSA is celebrating Accreditation Month in April to draw attention to the Accredited in Public Relations (APR) program. The APR designation is awarded to public relations professionals who demonstrate a commitment to the profession, broad knowledge and strategic perspective.
Currently, 55 members of the Central Iowa PRSA Chapter have achieved their APR.
I started thinking about the accreditation process back in 2004 after practicing public relations here in central Iowa for about eight years.
I began my 15-week class work in January 2005, along with about 10 or so other chapter members. After the formal sessions were completed, a smaller group of us continued to meet and study for the Readiness Review and exam on our own.
In August 2005, I took the APR exam after passing the Readiness Review. It was an incredible feeling when I received my letter from the National Office saying I had passed the exam and was now accredited in public relations.
Going through the APR process was an extraordinary professional development experience. Not only did I gain confidence in my skills and abilities in public relations, but I also gained friendships with several chapter members. These are people I can now turn to with PR questions, ideas and suggestions.
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about the APR process, please feel free to call me at 284-4747 or send me an e-mail message at Darin.Leach@ia.usda.gov.
We hope to have enough interest from chapter members for a 15-week class work session starting this fall.
It is recommended that you have at least five years of professional experience before pursing your APR.
Darin Leach, APR
President, Central Iowa PRSA Chapter
Ph: 284-4747 |
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PRSA Chapters Partner with National in First-ever All-Chapter Survey – Your Participation is Important
Last year, PRSA conducted a survey to identify which products and services deliver the greatest value to members. Among its findings, the survey determined that members derive significant benefits from their local Chapter affiliations. Taking that research to a new dimension, PRSA is now conducting the first-ever all-Chapter survey to focus on which Chapter services members value most. All PRSA members are invited to participate in the short online survey. Members who complete the survey by Tuesday, April 7, will be eligible to win Amazon gift cards.
Results of this survey, including information specific to each Chapter, will be shared with Chapter leaders later this spring. In addition, PRSA plans to present the survey results at the 2009 Leadership Rally in June. The data collected will help PRSA identify and share best practices to continue to build value and loyalty at the Chapter and National levels. Additionally, PRSA will gain new insights into member demographics and salary information that will be shared with the membership. |
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2009 PRIME Awards Show
Is your work a cut above? Find out when you attend the 2009 Prime Awards.
When: Thursday, April 30, 2009
Where: AllPlay – 615 3rd Street in Des Moines
Meat and Greet: 6 p.m.
Awards Show: 7 p.m.
Join Central Iowa PRSA as we celebrate the year’s choicest PR and corporate communications work. All the entries have been rated by our certified judges and Prime cuts will be served up for your enjoyment.
Please RSVP by Monday, April 20, 2009. Pay online with credit card at www.prsaciowa.org or mail a check with a list of attendees and organization to:
Amy Bentz
Iowa Heart Center
5880 University Avenue
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Member tickets are $30 each, non-member tickets are $40 each and student tickets are $20 each. |
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April is Accreditation Month
PRSA has designated April as Accreditation Month. During this month, members can learn more about the Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) program through many special events, including the following:
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Teacher Tools 4 Tomorrow
In last month’s newsletter, we described the Spring PR event benefiting Teacher Tools 4 Tomorrow. This nonprofit organization provides donated school supplies to eligible Iowa schools, or those with 70 percent or more of their student population on the free/reduced lunch program.
Members were asked to join in the effort to support Teacher Tools 4 Tomorrow and donate any gently used or new school supplies by bringing them to our PRSA monthly luncheons or the 2009 Institute.
KCCI interviewed the Executive Director of Teacher Tools 4 Tomorrow and aired the segment on their evening newscast on Monday, March 30. To learn more about the project, read the article on KCCIs Web site or the article that was posted in the Central Iowa PRSA March newsletter.
If you have questions about donating to this organization, please contact Andrea James at 515-223-1383, or Lindsey Maas at 515-284-4444. |
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Maximum Impact Simulcast
Despite what many think, leadership is not a "top down" concept. It is cultivated with humility and discipline. It merges the passion of the heart with the ability of the mind. Are your team members longing for this kind of message? Do they need to be revived, refocused, and inspired?
Imagine offering your team the opportunity to learn from 10 world-renowned leaders. Imagine pioneering a shift in the hearts and minds of your people – at every level within your organization. Imagine linking with 500 other satellite locations throughout North America with a single vision: inspiring change.
On May 8, 2009, you won't have to imagine. You can attend the Maximum Impact Simulcast one-day leadership event. The premier speaker line-up places your team in the craftsman's workshop – hearing wisdom and experiences from the world's best leaders. Broadcast live from Atlanta to more than 60,000 business professionals, the Maximum Impact Simulcast allows your company to train more employees in less time, with fewer costs than before.
In one incredible day, you will learn strategies for developing the collective leadership skills of your team – exceeding your organization's standards for performance, productivity and profit. All while eliminating expensive travel and out-of-office time. Your team will engage in immediate round-table discussions in between sessions to stimulate productive and relevant action for your business model and culture.
The Maximum Impact Simulcast, hosted by CHARACTER COUNTS! In Iowa, will be held on Friday, May 8, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Meadows Conference Center in Altoona. Speakers include Tony Blair, Jack Nicklaus, John C. Maxwell and more! Tickets start at just $89!
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PRSA is on Facebook
Central Iowa PRSA is now in the Facebook community. If you’re unfamiliar with how to access Central Iowa PRSA on Facebook, follow these easy instructions:
Current Facebook Users
After logging onto your Facebook account, search “Central Iowa PRSA” in the top right-hand search bar of your page.
- Click “Add as Friend” to add PRSA to your Friends List.
- Click “Join Group” next to the Central Iowa PRSA group to add PRSA to your Favorite Groups.
- Visit the Central Iowa PRSA group page frequently for updates and event details coming up within PRSA.
Soon-To-Be Facebook Users
- Visit www.facebook.com.
- On the homepage, type in your personal information to create your Facebook profile.
- Continue customizing your Facebook profile by adding pictures, notes and information about yourself.
- Search “Central Iowa PRSA” in the top right-hand search bar of your page.
- Click “Add as Friend” to add PRSA to your Friends List.
- Click “Join Group” next to the Central Iowa PRSA group to add PRSA to your Favorite Groups.
- Visit the Central Iowa PRSA group page frequently for updates and event details coming up within PRSA.
If you have any problems or questions concerning PRSAs Facebook page, please contact Lindsey Maas, chapter intern, at 515-284-4444. |
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A Warm Welcome to PRSA’s Newest Members
In an effort to welcome new members to PRSA, each month, we will highlight individuals who have recently joined the Central Iowa PRSA Chapter. This month, we are pleased to welcome the following individuals to our chapter:
- Megan Meimann, Pioneer Hi-Bred
- Laura Sinnwell, Agribusiness Association of Iowa
Current members are encouraged to introduce themselves to these new members at future luncheons or events and make them feel welcome. |
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Happy Anniversary!
In each issue of this newsletter, we will recognize Central Iowa PRSA Chapter members who are celebrating milestone PRSA anniversaries that month. This month, a special congratulations goes to Carrie Bozis Sears, of Shazam Inc., for celebrating 10 years of being a member of PRSA. |
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