Greater Fort Worth Chapter of PRSA

Join the Greater Fort Worth Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America on Wednesday, April 2, for our program and luncheon, Navigating Corporate Communication: Avoiding Pitfalls in Response Plans with Limited Support. At this luncheon, you’ll hear from three communications experts: 1.?Steven Smith, Head of Global External Communications at Alcon 2.?Aleshia Howe, Assistant Vice President of Global Internal Communications at GM Financial 3.?Andrew (Drew) Brown, Assistant Professor & Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment at Texas Tech University We’ll learn about effective strategies for managing corporate communications during challenging times, especially when resources are limited. Attendees will gain insights on the tools necessary to create response plans, helping you avoid common missteps and communicate effectively under pressure. Whether you're facing crisis situations or tight budgets, this session will provide valuable insights for making the most of what you have. We are grateful to Texas Tech College of Media & Communication Graduate Studies for sponsoring this event. Get your tickets! The deadline to purchase tickets has been extended to Monday at 11 p.m.?https://lnkd.in/gCz9eUdA

?? Spring Happy Hour with PRSA Greater Fort Worth ?? Join us for cocktails + conversations on the patio! Wednesday, April 23, 2025 4:00 – 6:00 PM Birdie’s Social Club?– Pro Shop Deck 2735 W 5th St, Fort Worth, TX 76107 No registration required | Free parking available Shake off the midweek stress and join your fellow GFW PRSA members for relaxed networking and good vibes! Enjoy drinks and sunshine on the patio at Birdie’s Social Club — a perfect setting to reconnect, meet new faces, and unwind together. Whether you're a longtime member or new to the chapter, we’d love to see you there!

Secure your tickets now for our April 2nd luncheon! We'll hear from a panel of highly experienced experts who will share their best advice on how to navigate challenges in corporate communications, especially when resources are limited. Speaker details will be released soon. https://lnkd.in/gCz9eUdA

We are excited to share that three organizations from our chapter have been honored as Silver Anvil Award Finalists! ?? The S and G Group, Cook Children's Health Care System and Texas Christian University’s Neely School of Business are three of the 16 Texas finalists who have been recognized for their campaigns. The Anvils have set the standard for industry excellence, and have long been considered the icon of the profession and the benchmark of outstanding performance in communications. We are proud to celebrate your talent and expertise for this incredible honor. Congratulations! https://lnkd.in/ex8hSUhv

Here’s an opportunity to learn about the APR and what it can do for you. Virtual session on Tuesday, March 25 by Public Relations Society of America, Dallas (PRSA) #apr #gfwprsa #fwprsa #prsa

Yesterday, Matt Brockman from the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo taught our members how to create a crisis communication plan at our March luncheon. He shared his incredible knowledge on how to prepare your team and your organization for the unexpected. Thank you Matt for sharing your expertise and to Camp Fire First Texas for hosting our chapter. We appreciate you! #CrisisCommunication #PR #PRSA

Sponsor a PRSA event to grab the attention of area public relations practitioners and professional communicators! The Greater Fort Worth Chapter of PRSA is an organization dedicated to enhancing the profession of public relations by promoting the professionalism of its 170 members, as well as the public perception of the value of our contribution to the betterment of the community. PRSA creates a professional environment, serving the needs of its members by providing educational, networking, mentoring and social opportunities for professional growth and development. Monthly Luncheon Sponsor: We host monthly luncheons featuring knowledgeable speakers on relevant public relations topics. These luncheons also provide opportunities for networking with other PR/communications professionals in the area. Happy Hour Sponsor: Our happy hours are casual gatherings aimed at networking and socializing with fellow PR/communications professionals in a relaxed environment. Website Sponsor: Our website serves as a hub for members to learn about the chapter's news and membership benefits. It also provides a platform for connecting with other PR professionals through its job bank and event listings. Want to connect with professional communicators and PR pros in the Fort Worth area? Contact Sarah Maben, APR, our sponsorship chair, for more information: [email protected].

We were thrilled to have a group of students from the PRSSA Chapter at The University of Texas at Arlington join us for our Headshots and Handshakes: A Joint Dallas and Fort Worth Get-together! It was incredible to network with and learn from one another as both newcomers and experts in the public relations industry. We are constantly inspired by the students who join us at our events. A few UTA PRSSA members spoke with us at the event, and here is what they had to say: “I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to attend the Headshots & Handshakes event hosted by PRSA Dallas and PRSA Greater Fort Worth! It was incredibly encouraging to connect with seasoned communication professionals eager to support emerging leaders in the field. We look forward to strengthening our relationship with the DFW professional chapters of the Public Relations Society of America!” -Natalie Gavidia, The University of Texas at Arlington PRSSA President “Attending PRSA Dallas and PRSA Fort Worth’s Headshots and Handshakes event was an incredible opportunity to network in a professional setting. As a student, I truly value experiences like this as they build on my professional development beyond the classroom.” -Alyssa Ortega, The University of Texas at Arlington PRSSA Secretary “Headshots and Handshakes was a fantastic opportunity to learn about resources that can improve our university chapter and help us grow. Personally, it was inspiring to connect with professionals and PRSA chapters, gaining valuable advice on how to develop my skills and support others starting out in the PR world. I'm looking forward to more events and continuing to grow! “ -Erika Power, The University of Texas at Arlington PRSSA Communication Lead Thank you all for joining us! #PR #PRSA #PRSSA

Join the Greater Fort Worth Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America on Wednesday, March 5, for our program and luncheon, Listening and Learning: Creating a Practical Crisis Communications Plan for a Large-Scale Public Event, presented by Matt Brockman with the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo! The program will teach to learn how to develop an effective crisis communications plan that can be tailored to a variety of situations including large-scale public events, with a focus on addressing potential challenges and ensuring clear, organized messaging in times of crisis. Registration deadline: February 27 at 11:59 p.m. Registration is limited. Reserve your spot today! https://lnkd.in/g34pfJH9

We had lots to celebrate at our Headshots and Handshakes: A Joint Dallas and Fort Worth Get-together! It was a night of collaboration and celebration. We honored both the Pegasus Best in Show (Public Relations Society of America, Dallas (PRSA)) and also the Worthy Award Best in Show (Greater Fort Worth Chapter of PRSA) winners. Meow Wolf Grapevine won the Pegasus Best in Show for its collaboration with SPARK! Dallas for the 2024 Prismatic Art Pop-up Experience. Connor Gray presented on behalf of Meow Wolf Grapevine. The S & G Group won Worthy Award Best in Show for their work with the Girls Inc. of Tarrant County. Both Gigi Westerman, APR, Fellow PRSA and Sandra Brodnicki, APR, Fellow PRSA presented on this submission. A huge congratulations to the S & G Group for winning the first-ever DFW Best in Show Award! ?? We are so proud of our very own Greater Fort Worth Chapter of PRSA members for all of their hard work on this campaign. Your talented contributions to our chapter and this industry are inspiring! #PRSA #PR