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COMMference 2026
April 17 @ 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
Join us for FPRA Ocala Chapter’s COMMference 2026!
This conference is perfect for public relations professionals, marketers, videographers, and other communication experts.
Speaker Lineup:
Loretta Shaffer, Tourism Development Director
Candace Shelton, Industry and Community Relations Specialist
Ocala/Marion County Visitor and Convention Bureau
Topic: Communications and Advocacy
Lauren Debick, APR, CPRC
Brand Strategist & Business Development Manager
Topic: Campaign Development and Outcomes of Put Down the Phone
Makayla Buchanan: Chief of Staff
The Children’s Movement of Florida
Topic: Public Relations and Communications Role in Changing Outcomes Around Helping Children Thrive in Their First Five Years
Polly Morgan PCM, CDMP: Vice President of Marketing & Communications, Florida Chamber Foundation
Taylor Maxey, Director of Public Relations and Media Relations, Florida Public Relations
Topic: How to Drive Revenue Streams Using Marketing Tools, Statewide Events, Media Relations and Lead Generation Tactics