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Trying to register and system not recognizing you as a member?

Stephanie Nichols - noemail@prsamemphis.org — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Trying to register for a luncheon or seminar and the system doesn't recognize you as a member? Don't do anything until you read this article!

There are two reasons the system does not recognize you as a member.

If you have recently become a PRSA member and have not created an online account through the PRSA Memphis website, complete with your member ID number provided by National, the system has no record of you as a member. The ID number is required. If you have attended PRSA events as a non-member, it will not automatically update your information once you become a member. The local website is not linked to National. Therefore, if you do not have an existing account, create one and include the member ID number. If you have a non-member account, please update it by putting your new member ID number into the system.

If you have been a member for some time and you try to register and get a message that states the system doesn't recognize you as a member, it is most likely because you have created more than one account. As a member, you should only have ONE account. Duplication will cause the system to deny member access and member prices. To rectify, all but one account will need to be deleted. Go to the Member directory and look up your name. It will show you how many accounts have been created under your name. Delete all but one, but make sure your member ID is listed in the account you maintain.

If you have further questions, please email Jamie Coggins, PRSA coordinator, at

jamieprsa@bellsouth.net.

3-Apr-12 10:00 AM

Is your business Hispanic ready?

Stephanie Nichols - noemail@prsamemphis.org — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 17:00:00 GMT

El negocio listo para los Hispanos

The Memphis chapter of PRSA will host a professional development seminar titled

“The Hispanic Ready Business," on Wednesday, May 9 prior to the PRSA Memphis monthly luncheon. The seminar will begin at 8:30 a.m. and conclude at 11:30 a.m. Check-in will begin at 8 a.m.

This seminar will cover six points to help participants look internally to see how ready their business is to do business with the Hispanic community. The six points include:

Customer Service
Availability
Ease of Access to Language
In House, Knowledgeable Bilingual Staff
Follow-up
Internal Ideas, Notions, and Expectations of the Hispanic Community

"Each of the six points are broken down and have group interaction," said Dominique Anderson, VIDA PR, seminar instructor. "It’s an interactive, thought provoking session, that helps firm owners add value and resources to their services and employees of companies will be able to conduct Hispanic Ready assessments for their company."

The location of the seminar is TBD.

Registration is $35 for members; $45 for non-members and $25 for students. Fees may be paid online with a credit card or by check or check at the door.

To reserve a space, please click here.

2-Apr-12 12:00 PM

U of M Athletic director to talk Big East at April PRSA luncheon

Stephanie Nichols - noemail@prsamemphis.org — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 14:00:00 GMT

Mark your calendars for the PRSA Memphis April monthly luncheon, Wednesday, April 11, 11:45 a.m., at the Fogelman Executive Conference Center. Our special guest will be Mr. Brandon Hays, University of Memphis Athletics Director of Marketing and Promotions. Mr. Hays will talk about the Tigers' impending move from Conference USA to the Big East, and how they are exploring and analyzing the PR and marketing challenges and opportunities associated with the transition.

>>>RESERVE YOUR SEAT HERE!

28-Mar-12 9:00 AM

April is Accreditation Month!

Stephanie Nichols - noemail@prsamemphis.org — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 14:00:00 GMT

PRSA has designated April as Accreditation Month. Members can learn more about APR through many special events, including:

-- Accreditation Power Play 11 - 14 April (Webinar) http://www.prsa.org/Learning/Calendar/display/5006/Accreditation_Power_Play (will be available "on demand" one week later)

-- Free Online Course Open House (for potential candidates) 24 April http://online2learn.net/docs/APRPREP/OpenHouse-Webcast.htm

-- Knowing Your Business is Good PR -- Getting Ready for the Readiness Review Webinar On Demand http://www.prsa.org/Learning/Calendar/display/5012/Knowing_Your_Business_Is_Good_PR

Remember, webinars are now free (included with the price of your PRSA membership). Additionally, here is the link to all the forms and info you need to get started: http://www.prsa.org/Learning/Accreditation

Why APR?

Recognized Standard. Established in 1964, the Accreditation Program is the profession's only national post-graduate certification program. It measures a public relations practitioner's fundamental knowledge of communications theory and its application; establishes advanced capabilities in research, strategic planning, implementation and evaluation; and demonstrates a commitment to professional excellence and ethical conduct. The skills acquired through the process are applicable to any industry or practice area. Currently, more than 5,000 professionals from the agency, corporate, association and education fields hold the APR mark, Harold Burson and Daniel J. Edelman notable among them. Granting of APR is overseen by the Universal Accreditation Board.

Promotes Lifelong Learning. All APRs are required to complete continuing education programs, pursue volunteer work or pursue other professional development activities to keep their skills sharp and their Accredited status active.

Career Enhancement. Unlike other professional certifications, such as CPA, Accreditation in Public Relations is a voluntary demonstration of competency; as such, it reflects a strong commitment to the profession. Earning Accreditation also provides a distinction that can set individuals apart and open doors to career advancement and higher compensation.

Positive for Public Relations. Our profession is among the most misunderstood and criticized. Through their high professional and ethical standards, Accredited professionals contribute to greater understanding of public relations as a vital management function, and undermine those who would refer to our craft as spin, our professionals as flacks, and our currency as misrepresentation and disinformation.

Want to find out what APRs find valuable about their Accreditation experience? Read their blog postings on comPRehension (http://comprehension.prsa.org/?cat=68)

For more information locally, contact Kim Marks, APR, our Chapter's Accreditation Chair, kim.marks@mac.com

28-Mar-12 9:00 AM

Vox gala set for April 13; do you have your tickets?

Stephanie Nichols - noemail@prsamemphis.org — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 14:00:00 GMT

And the winner is...

Find out what local public relations professionals will walk away with a Vox Award at our April 13 Vox Awards dinner. Reserve your seat today.

>>>RESERVE YOUR SEAT HERE!

*Be sure to indicate your meal choice (vegetarian or beef/chicken combo) in the comment section of the registration form.

Questions? Visit our Vox website at www.prsavox.com

28-Mar-12 9:00 AM

Transforming the Cellular South brand to C Spire Wireless and the introduction of personalized wireless services

Stephanie Nichols - noemail@prsamemphis.org — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT

After successfully competing for nearly a quarter century in what is arguably the most competitive industry in the world, Cellular South, a wireless communications provider, made the bold and strategic decision to change its name to C Spire Wireless, rebrand itself and introduce an entirely new kind of wireless service called personalized wireless throughout its footprint. While Cellular South was a solid brand with strong consumer loyalty, company leaders realized the brand needed an overhaul to position itself for future growth, leverage its strengths as an industry leader and innovator and to stay competitive. In 2011, the company embarked on the historic journey to change its name, its brand and introduce personalized wireless, a combination of industry-first services and programs that offer a unique wireless experience that directly reflects and serves each customer's needs.

Lisa Flynt, marketing director for C Spire Wireless, will share the riveting story of the exhilarating, year-long journey to transform the brand and position the nation's largest privately held wireless communications company for future growth and success at the PRSA Memphis chapter 's monthly luncheon meeting on March 14. Flynt will discuss the company's brand development process, its work with Lippincott, a world renowned brand and image expert, the name change process, creating a new visual identity, implementation and communication of the new brand and how its decision to implement personalized wireless services was born out of the rebranding effort.

Flynt, who holds an undergraduate in marketing and MBA from Ole Miss, oversees strategic development, marketing and advertising for C Spire. Before joining the company in 2006, Flynt developed brands and strategic marketing campaigns on the client-side and as a consultant for 15 years.

The luncheon will be held at the Holiday Inn-University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Registration is free for members. Non-members are $25. Students are $15. To register, click here

5-Mar-12 12:00 PM

Call for Nominations for Professional of the Year

Stephanie Nichols - noemail@prsamemphis.org — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT

PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR AWARD

Know a PRSA Memphis member who has gone above and beyond for the organization in 2011? Nominate the member for Professional of the Year Award by March 9.

Email Christina Meek at cmeek@memphischamber.com with your nomination including why that person deserves the award.

The award will be given out at the Vox Awards on April 13.

5-Mar-12 12:00 PM

Pat Halloran named Communicator of the Year at January luncheon

Stephanie Nichols - noemail@prsamemphis.org — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:00:00 GMT

Miss the January chapter luncheon? View the entire presentation where we named Pat Halloran, president, The Orpheum Theatre, Communicator of the Year by clicking here.

Streaming video provided by Media Source. Visit their website by going to www.memphismediasource.com

6-Feb-12 2:00 PM

Implementing a Social Media policy for your organization

Stephanie Nichols - noemail@prsamemphis.org — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:00:00 GMT

Public Relations practitioners and professional communicators are charged with shaping their organization's image, influencing opinions about their clients and products, and managing their brands. With the emergence of social media, never before in the history of the PR profession have there been so many versatile and innovative tools available to accomplish these tasks.

But with that opportunity comes risk. Social media has created an environment in which employees of organizations -- from C-suite executives to receptionists -- have access to media and audiences like never before. Consequently, now more than ever, the same tools that help PR professionals do their jobs more effectively also empower their organizations' employees to wield significant influence over their employers' brands and reputations.

University of Memphis graduate student Brittney Block will speak to the PRSA Memphis Chapter Feb. 9 at the chapter's monthly luncheon. She will discuss her body of research into the issue of implementing a social media policy for an organization's employees. Her presentation will cover the importance of such a policy, the elements that make up a sound social media policy, the reasons why every organization needs one, and the building blocks that are necessary for it to be successful.

Brittney received her B.A. summa cum laude in journalism with a concentration in advertising from The University of Memphis in 2010. During her undergraduate career, she worked on campaigns for three national brands, including State Farm, KFC, and Ford. She was also awarded the university's Outstanding Advertising Student award for 2010 and 2011. Currently, she is a graduate student at The University of Memphis, pursuing an M.A. in journalism with a concentration in integrated communications. She aspires to work in the industry upon graduation and then pursue a Ph.D.

6-Feb-12 1:00 PM

Vox entries due this month

Stephanie Nichols - noemail@prsamemphis.org — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:00:00 GMT

Mark your calendars for April 13, 2012 when PRSA Memphis will host the next Vox awards. Your work completed between July 2010 and Dec. 2011 qualifies for submission. Early bird entry deadline is Jan. 26 and final entry deadline is Feb. 17.

Entry Fees:

Member – $65

Non-Member, Not For Profit – $80

Non-Member, For Profit – $90

Stay connected to Vox by getting involved in our committee. To join, please email prsavox@gmail.com.

For more information, visit www.prsavox.com.

6-Feb-12 1:00 PM

Coord of Development Communication and Assistant Director of Communications

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Coord of Development Communication and Assistant Director of Communications Description: The Coordinator of Development Communications is responsible for designing, implementing and coordinating an institution-wide comprehensive donor relations and stewardship system. The Coordinator will work to appropriately and consistently acknowledge and recognize donors at all levels. In addition, the Coordinator must sustain positive and mutually-rewarding relations between the school and its donors; partner with Director of External Relations and Director of Communications to determine the best strategies for effective stewardship of donors; maintain ongoing and active networking with internal and external constituencies; and advise on the facilitation of recognition events and coordinate various activities for donor societies. The Assistant Director of Communications is primarily responsible for coordinating production and graphic design of many of the school's internal and external...

PRSA - Memphis Chapter

Thu, 10 May 2012 18:31:41 GMT

Mark your calendars for the PRSA Memphis June monthly luncheon, Wednesday, June 13, 11:45 a.m., at the Fogelman Executive Conference Center. >>>REGISTRATION COMING SOON! Vox News! Congratulations to Ashley Compton and Megan Morris with Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation for taking home the Vox Grandis Award at the April 13 Vox Awards dinner. Congratulations to all the Vox and Gold Certificate winners. A special thank you to all the entrants! WINNERS/DUPLICATES/PICTURES For a complete listing of winners, to get duplicate award information and to view pictures from Vox, click here. Get all your Vox news by visiting our Vox website - www.prsavox.com Communic be our ---- Miss the May chapter luncheon? Anna Holtzclaw, Promotional Director of Overton Square with Loeb Properties, was our guest speaker. She gave us an overview of the timeline and development plans for Overton Square....

Vox Awards Dinner, Friday, April 13, 2012

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 17:51:40 GMT

www.prsavox.com 2011 Vox Awards Special Thank You to Our Sponsors Running Pony Productions * Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation * Obsidian Public Relations * Erika Cain & Co. * cocoabeens communications DUPLICATE AWARDS: Vox award - $85 per award Gold award - $35 per award or 2 for $55 Vox Grandis - $275 per award Contact chapter coordinator Jamie Coggins at jamieprsa@bellsouth.net for an order form. Vox Winners BOLD = Vox Award Winner NORMAL = Gold Certificate Recipient CAMPAIGNS COMMUNITY RELATIONS ...

Join PRSA

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:03:28 GMT

Join PRSA's community of more than 21,000 communications professionals and receive the biggest savings of the year. When you join PRSA National this October, we will include a one-year local Chapter membership for free! As a valued member of PRSA, you'll be able to: Position yourself for success with the PRSA Code of Ethics, The Business Case for Public Relations™ and Accreditation in Public Relations (APR). Achieve top performance with access to free and discounted learning opportunities on the latest tactics and strategies in the Public Relations field today. Expand your professional network with...

Sponsorships

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 21:39:28 GMT

PRSA Memphis would like to thank the following sponsors: ----2011---- Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation: Sponsor of our June & October 2011 Monthly Chapter Meeting Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare: Sponsor of our May Professional Development Seminar UT Health Science Center: Sponsor of our January 2011 Monthly Chapter Meeting ----2010---- First Tennessee: Sponsor of our May 2010 Monthly Chapter Meeting Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation: Sponsor of our August 2010 Monthly Chapter Meeting Business Wire: 2010 Chapter Sponsor Magna IV Communications: Sponsor of our November 2010 Monthly Chapter Meeting Obsidian PR: Sponsor of our December 2010 Monthly Chapter Meeting ----2009---- Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare: Sponsor of our...

Sponors Logos- Home page

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 21:14:30 GMT

Join Us! Our Monthly Sponsors Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation: October Chapter Meeting sponsor Stay Connected! Stay up to date with all of our events on Schedule Memphis. PRSA Memphis is now on Twitter & Facebook You can find us at www.twitter.com/prsamem. Come join in the conversation. Click here to become a PRSA Memphis fan on Facebook and stay up to date with luncheons, mixers, and helpful articles for all public relations and communications professionals.

PRSSA

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 18:14:59 GMT

THE UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS CHAPTER The underlying strength of the Public Relations Student Society of America is its relationship with its parent society, PRSA. You will often hear people say that public relations is about who you know. And a professional in PRSA is the who to know. With more than 20,000 members in 124 chapters in the major PR markets of America, the PRSA/PRSSA partnership offers you a vast network of potential employers. PRSSA is the world's pre-eminent student society. Through our growing University of Memphis chapter, members can get involved in the society's numerous local and national programs: network with Memphis professionals, discover internship and scholarship opportunity unparalleled by any other professional experience on college campuses today. In 1968, the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) founded the student society with the intent to foster the following: Understanding of current theories and...

November Chapter Luncheon

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 19:35:50 GMT

Is it Possible to Argue Both For and Against Health Care Reform? Meet One Veteran PR Professional Who Says, Yes!

PRSA Memphis’ November speaker will be Larry Farnsworth, vice president of the Washington D.C. office of Crosby~Volmer International Communications. He’ll talk about how he used media relations and other creative tactics to cut through the massive health care reform chatter and get his client’s voice heard on Capitol Hill. Be prepared to participate in a lively discussion and learn how he helped his client, a nonprofit medical society, serve as both a champion and critic of health care reform.

Crosby~Volmer is a national a public relations firm that offers counsel to companies, nonprofit organizations and associations. Headquartered in Washington D.C., it maintains offices in Memphis, San Francisco and Oklahoma City and has affiliate offices all over the world. Before joining Crosby~Volmer, Farnsworth served as press secretary to former Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert.

To register for the luncheon, click here.

2010 Vox Award Winners

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 19:00:33 GMT

2010 Vox Award Winners Brand Management Vox Winner - Le Bonheur Children's Hospital - New Logo Launch Gold Winner - UT Health Science Center - Right Here in Memphis Multicultural $7,500 or less Vox Winner - Mid-South Transplant Foundation - Loving Hearts Public Service more than $7,500 Vox Winner - MLGW - MLGW Baby Steps Employee/Internal Communication more than $7,500 Vox Winner - Youth Villages - Our Family Campaign The Greatest Family on Earth Gold Winner - Le Bonheur Children's Hospital - Ambassador Program Marketing Communication/Promotion: Services: more than $7,500 Vox Winner - UT Health Science Center - Right Here in Memphis Vox Winner - Baptist Memorial Health Care - Beautiful Beginnings Gold Winner - Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare - Methodist Women's and Children's Pavilion Campaign Marketing Communications/Promotions: Products Gold Winner - Hemline Creative Marketing - Laurels...

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 14:46:00 GMT

PR Night Atop The Peabody

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 14:40:45 GMT

PR Night Atop The Peabody

Thursday, July 8, 6 p.m.

Admission: $5 for members,

$10 for non-members, Ladies free before 7 p.m.

Music by Hip Kitty

Relax and unwind with your fellow public relations and communications professionals during a legendary Peabody Rooftop Party. There will be complimentary food and live music by the Nashville-based band, Hip Kitty. Cash and credit bars will be selling cold beer, liquor and wine.

For more information, please contact Jonathan Lyons at 901-529-3638 or jonathan.lyons@peabodymemphis.com.

15th Annual Vox Awards Gala Survey

noemail@prsamemphis.org — Tue, 01 May 2007 16:00:00 GMT

Objectives: The goal of this survey is to determine the success of the Vox Awards Gala.

Release Date: 1-May-07 11:00 AM
Expiration Date: 30-Jul-07 11:00 AM
Please take a moment to complete the survey IF you attended the 15th Annual Vox Gala. Please explain your answers in detail so we can continue to serve our membership to the best of our ability. Thank you!