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President's Letter 
We've heard plenty about an economic stimulus for months, a result of tough economic times. In this e-newsletter, we'd like to change the dialogue to talk about career stimulus.
Now is a good time to strengthen your skills, broaden your knowledge and maybe even get that Accredited Public Relations (APR) credential that gives you our profession's stamp of excellence. If you ramp up your professional development and networking activities with us, you'll be in good company. Our first two programs this year have attracted a total of 255 attendees. (Please watch for our e-blasts and check our website for scheduling information.) Our chapter's membership ranks have topped 300, meaning we will have one more delegate (for a total of four) at the profession's national assembly where decisions are made about the policies and standards that guide our profession. More important, it means more people for you to add to your network.
Later this year, we'll conduct a professional development workshop (see item below). Want to get involved? A committee is being formed right now. There are other chapter volunteer opportunities as well, which won't take a lot of your time, but will help you meet other professionals.
So join us, get involved, and visit our Web site for details about our programs and APR preparation sessions. Rick Batyko, APR President, PRSA Greater Cleveland | |
NOCA soiree, and Hill, Lighthouse and Young awards luncheon headline PRSA's local spring event line-up
NOCA networking party
The first NOCA (Northeast Ohio Communicators Advocates) Networking Soiree will be held from 5:30-8:00 p.m., Thursday, March 19 at The Winking Lizard on Rockside Road in Independence.NOCA's networking events promise to bring together the entire breadth and depth of the marketing communications community from throughout Northeast Ohio. For more information, go to the PRSA website, or contact event planners: Lisa Foster at foster@clevelandzoosociety.orgKelly McGlumphy at kmcglumphy@roopco.com Hill, Lighthouse and Young awards luncheon
Joseph A. Calabrese, chief executive officer and general manager/secretary-treasurer of the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA), will receive the 2009 John Hill Award for outstanding communications leadership and support by a Cleveland-area chief executive at the PRSA Greater Cleveland Chapter's annual awards luncheon. The luncheon will begin at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 26, at The Union Club, 1211 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland. In addition, Cynthia Schulz, director of public affairs, Cleveland Foundation, will receive the 2009 PRSA Lighthouse Award for career accomplishments and community service. Nora Jacobs, APR, executive vice president, Edward Howard & Co., will receive the 2009 PRSA Davis Young Award for Exceptional Mentors. Save the dates - Other PRSA upcoming events
Here is the list of other upcoming PRSA events. For more information about these events check the PRSA website's Events page regularly.
- April 3 - Make Your Best National Pitch, co-presented with the Press Club, Terrace Club, Progressive Field; Young PRos, networking, April 15
- May 19 - Speed Pitching, Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District
- August - Speed Networking, co-presented with IABC
- September - Business and the Media
- October - Professional Development
- November - Student Day
- Friday, December 4 - Cleveland Rocks Awards
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Social media guru Shankman rocks Cleveland
PRSA Greater Cleveland had a record turnout of 160 at its February lunch meeting, which featured the popular social media guru and founder of HARO, Peter Shankman.
Speaking on "Non-Traditional Thinking in a Technology-Driven World," Shankman (shown between Chrissy Sparrow, Styl Styk Hair Part-ner, on the left, and Kate Eidam, Falls Communications and PRSA board member, on the right) shared his insights and experiences on viral marketing and social media, rationale behind why organizations should or should not be using these tactics and how they are integrated into our daily lives.
Proving the power of social media, audience members - including @jewelsann (Julie Cajigas) and @shoesalwaysfit (Paige Clowser) - jumped on Twitter and posted tweet updates on the event, which Shankman pulled up live on screen. Followers of PRSA Cleveland's Twitter account (@PRSACleveland) were able to post questions, which were posed to Peter live during the event.
A special thanks to Marcus Thomas for sponsoring the event. If you're not already following Peter Shankman, visit www.shankman.com or www.helpareporter.com. |
Cleveland chapter needs reviewers for Nashville awards contest
This year's Cleveland Rocks Awards will be judged by PRSA's Nashville Chapter, and the Cleveland PRSA chapter, as is tradition, will be returning the favor.In order to complete the judging of all the Nashville entries, the local PRSA chapter has scheduled three different judging sessions. The judging dates are as follows:
- Monday, March 30th 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (lunch will be provided)
- Tuesday, March 31st 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (lunch will be provided)
- Wednesday, April 1st 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. (breakfast will be provided)
All judging sessions will be held at Roop & Co. located in the Huntington Building (East 9th and Euclid), Suite 650. Each entry requires two judges to review it, and it is recommended to have the same judges review an entire category. For more information, or to indicate your intention to attend one or more of the judging sessions, please contact Kelly McGlumphy, at kmcglumphy@roopco.com or (216) 902-3800. |
| PRSA chapter member organizations invited to have their news posted on the Cleveland PRSA website
PRSA Greater Cleveland member organizations are invited - as a benefit of memership - to send in their news items to be posted on the Cleveland PRSA chapter's website. This news can range from major contracts, to new hires and promotions, to awards and much more.
News items appear under the "Member News" column on our homepage, and also on a "Member News" page. For more information or to submit items, contact our chapter's administrative office (440) 988-1112, or prsacleveland@oh.rr.com |
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PRSA offers volunteer opportunities
PRSA Greater Cleveland is a volunteer profressional organization, and always welcomes help from members and non-members alike. Currently, among the volunteer opportunities currently available include:
Professional Development Seminar PRSA Cleveland will be hosting a half-day professional development seminar in October. Committee members are needed for the following:
- Topic development
- Speaker coordination
- Event promotion
- Event planning/logistics
To volunteer or for more infomation, contact Kate Eidam at keidam@fallscommunications.com or (216) 472-2390.
Communications
PRSA Communications welcomes all sort of volunteers to help create and maintain robust communications for new and prospective members. Among the areas of communications for which we are currently in need:
- Publicity
- Media relations
- Internal communications
- Leveraging online and social media communications channels
To volunteer or for more information, contact Dave Adams at david.adams1@ey.com or (216) 583-1728. |
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2009 Cleveland PRSA board meetings set, all members invited
All PRSA Greater Cleveland board meetings start at 8 a.m.and are held at Stages at the Cleveland Play House, 85th & Carnegie Avenue.
- Thursday, March 12, 2009
- Thursday, April 9, 2009
- Thursday, May 14, 2009
- Thursday, June 11, 2009
- Thursday, September 10, 2009
- Thursday, October 15, 2009
- Thursday, November 12, 2009
- Thursday, December 10, 2009
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PRSA pulls together to help professionals impacted by the recession
for great local jobs available immediately. Also, PRSA National has recently re-launched PRSA Jobcenter which boasts new look and functionality, including e-mail job alerts, a robust career library and anonymous resume posting.
Finally, to improve your standing with a current or future employer:
- Get your PRSA APR accreditation. Noting says you are a true professional committed to your work like a professional certificate. Preparation classes begin Feb. 9.
- Read PR Journal, the indusdtry's premier online publication showcasing original communications research of PRSA members, further extending your industry knowledge base.
- Volunteer for PRSA committee work (see story below). This helps build your skill set, resume and portfolio. Also, it shows you are committed to our profession and ready to be a leader within your profession.
- Use PR QuickStart, a tool that offers free Web-based training for new professionals, created in partnership with the Council of Public Relations Firms and PRSA's Counselors Academy.
- Attend local PRSA functions and events to meet people and build your network. You never know how you might find your next job.
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PRSA Greater Cleveland chapter offers sponsorship opportunities
Want to get more visibility for your business? Want to help support your local PRSA chapter? You can accomplish both by sponsoring an upcoming program.
A variety of sponsorships is available to fit most budgets of interested companies, agencies and even individuals. Monthly meetings, special events and awards ceremonies are among the opportunities in highest demand for sponsors.
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