Alabama PRSA

DUE TOMORROW! PRSSA students, submit your best work in PR strategy, writing, service and more. ?? Deadline | By midnight on March 21, 2025 ?? Submit | https://lnkd.in/gEugxjcE

At our latest meeting,?Meg Burton, APR, and Carla Jean Whitley, APR, with Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC, shared the power of timely, transparent communication in crisis management, featuring a case study on a crane incident in Atlanta. ?? Next up: Join us on April 8 to hear from Edward Bateh, MBA, and Rachel Olis, APR, with Encompass Health as they discuss the research and data that drives the company’s national campaigns, strategic PR and communications efforts that support 167 hospitals and the resulting ROI. Register here: https://lnkd.in/euebiUzT

We are proud to celebrate the outstanding leaders honored at our annual awards event, which is an opportunity to commemorate the achievements of Alabama's public relations professionals and the legacy of PRSA Alabama. ? Young Professional Award | Catalina Silva PR Professional of the Year | Keaira Turner Outstanding Educator Award | Jacquelyn Shaia, J.D., Ph.D. PR Service Award | Kristina L. Hendrix, APR Ron Council Award | Patti Conwell, APR

Did you miss February’s Coffee & Conversations? Join us in March for three opportunities across the state to connect over great coffee and even better company. We’re meeting in Birmingham, Montgomery and South Alabama! ? March 18 | Hilltop Public House in Montgomery ? March 25 | Provision in Fairhope ? March 27 | Red Cat at Pepper Place in Birmingham Check out times and details at https://lnkd.in/gCQ2Hh-e.

PRSSA students! This is your chance to be recognized for outstanding work in strategy, writing, service and more. ?? Deadline | March 21, 2025 ?? Submit | https://lnkd.in/gEugxjcE ?? Categories include | PR strategy, writing, community and university service, and chapter excellence Apply today! Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) Alabama State University Auburn University Jacksonville State University Samford University University of Alabama at Birmingham Auburn University Mississippi State University University of North Alabama University of South Alabama Department of Communication, Oakwood University UA College of Communication & Information Sciences Capstone Agency

In just one week, Carla Jean Whitley, APR, and Meg Burton, APR, will take us inside an 11-day crisis that made national headlines. Hear how they navigated a high-stakes Midtown Atlanta situation and the PR strategies that led to a positive outcome. Register now: https://lnkd.in/e96rgsRW Join us in Birmingham at Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC or on Zoom to learn how preparation, strategy and teamwork can make all the difference. What do you want to ask our experts? Drop your questions below!

Our South Alabama group is giving back! Join us at Robertsdale Elementary on March 5 from 1 to 3 p.m. to clean and refresh the school grounds. Sign up now! ? https://lnkd.in/gCQ2Hh-e

What have been your career-defining moments? Meg Burton, APR and I will share lessons learned from one of mine during March's Alabama PRSA meeting. We spent 11 days navigating a Midtown Atlanta crisis that grabbed national media headlines, and we'll recount how crisis prep and teamwork carried us through. Join us in Birmingham or via Zoom! https://lnkd.in/eR2NNmDg

Hey, Birmingham & South Alabama!? ? This month, you’ve got?two chances?to join us for?Coffee & Conversations!?Come grab coffee and connect with local professionals. No registration needed, just great conversation. ?? Red Cat at Pepper Place in Birmingham | Thursday, Feb. 20 | 8:30 a.m. ?? Java J's Cafe in Bay Minette | Tuesday, Feb. 27 | 9:00 a.m.

Voices of Influence brought powerful insights on communications and issue advocacy at this month's chapter meeting! Panelists Jonathan Barganier, president and chief executive officer of Manufacture Alabama; Collier Craft, president of Direct Communications ; and Lori Jhons, communications director of the Alabama League of Municipalities, shared their expertise on navigating public affairs, messaging strategy and the impact of effective advocacy. From grassroots campaigns to strategic media management, their discussion highlighted the evolving role of communicators in shaping public perception and policy. Thank you to everyone who joined the conversation!