BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//FPRA Ocala Chapter - ECPv6.13.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:FPRA Ocala Chapter X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.fpraocala.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for FPRA Ocala Chapter REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20260403T155635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T155802Z UID:10306-1778844600-1778850000@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:May Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:Generative AI and the Law\nPresented by Jane Bambauer\, Law Professor\, University of Florida\nAI-generated text\, images\, and video are going to test the limits of media law and professionalism. This talk will discuss relevant developments in the law including copyright\, defamation\, right of publicity\, negligence/products liability\, privacy\, and constitutional free speech protections.  \nProfessor Bambauer  is the Brechner Eminent Scholar at the Levin College of Law and at the College of Journalism and Communications. She teaches Torts\, First Amendment\, Media Law\, Criminal Procedure\, and Privacy Law. She’s conducted research assessing the social costs and benefits of Big Data\, AI\, and predictive algorithms and she’s also worked on analyzing the impacts of regulating these new information technologies.  \nProfessor Bambauer currently serves as the Chair of the National AI Advisory Committee Subcommittee on Law Enforcement\, and she has previously served as the deputy director of the Center for Quantum Networks\, a multi-institutional engineering research center funded by the National Science Foundation. She holds a B.S. in Mathematics from Yale College and a J.D. from Yale Law School. \nSchedule: Friday\, May 15\, 2026\n11:30 a.m.  Lunch and networking \n11:45 a.m.  Chapter updates  \nNoon  Professional development meeting \nLocation\nThe meeting will be held at the College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center (3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474). Once inside\, please follow the signs to the meeting room. \nRegistration\nThe cost to attend is $25 for members\, $30 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \nLunch buffet will be served.  \nIf you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible. \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meeting: May 2026\n\n\nFPRA Member $25.00 USDFPRA Non-member $30.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USD\n\n\n\n \n  URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/may-professional-development-meeting-2/ LOCATION:College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center\, 3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/jane-bambauer-headshot.webp ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T133000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20260317T200020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T032822Z UID:10255-1776414600-1776432600@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:COMMference 2026 DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for FPRA Ocala Chapter’s COMMference 2026! \nThis conference is perfect for public relations professionals\, marketers\, videographers\, and other communication experts. \nSpeaker Lineup:\nLoretta Shaffer\, Tourism Development Director\nCandace Shelton\, Industry and Community Relations Specialist\nOcala/Marion County Visitor and Convention Bureau\nTopic: Communications and Advocacy \nLauren Debick\, APR\, CPRC\nBrand Strategist & Business Development Manager\nTopic: Campaign Development and Outcomes of Put Down the Phone\n \n Makayla Buchanan: Chief of Staff\nThe Children’s Movement of Florida\nTopic: Public Relations and Communications Role in Changing Outcomes Around Helping Children Thrive in Their First Five Years \nPolly Morgan PCM\, CDMP:  Vice President of Marketing & Communications\, Florida Chamber Foundation\nTaylor Maxey\, Director of Public Relations and Media Relations\, Florida Public Relations \nTopic: How to Drive Revenue Streams Using Marketing Tools\, Statewide Events\, Media Relations and Lead Generation Tactics \n  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS \n  \n  URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/commference-2026/ LOCATION:College of Central Florida Webber Center\, 3001 SW College Rd\, Ocala\, FL\, 34471\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/February-2024-pro-dev-slideshow-e1709924040701.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20260224T183312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T211508Z UID:10264-1773401400-1773406800@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:March Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:Golden Image Awards: The Essentials for Success in 2026\nPresented by Chris Graham\, APR\, CPRC\nLearn how to organize and submit your PR work for a Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) Golden Image Award.  It’s a prestigious annual award given by FPRA for recognizing outstanding public relations programs\, tools\, and campaigns. Established in 1957\, these awards honor the best in strategic innovation\, planning\, and design\, often considered the “hallmark of excellence” in the Florida PR profession.  \nChris Graham\, APR\, CPRC\, is the Communications Manager for AdventHealth’s West Volusia market\, where he leads strategic communications and community engagement efforts. Chris is a former reporter for the Daytona Beach News-Journal and later became the first Public Information Officer for the City of DeLand\, where he has served for nearly a decade\, and guided the city through major crises\, including hurricanes and COVID-19. Chris is a long time member of FPRA and has served for several years on FPRA’s executive committee\, including three years as vice president of the statewide Golden Image Awards. \nSchedule: Friday\, March 13\, 2026\n11:30 a.m.  Lunch and networking \n11:45 a.m.  Chapter updates  \nNoon  Professional development meeting \nLocation\nThe meeting will be held at the College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center (3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474). Once inside\, please follow the signs to the meeting room. \nRegistration\nThe cost to attend is $25 for members\, $30 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \nLunch buffet will be served.  \nIf you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible. \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meeting: March 2026\n\n\nFPRA Member $25.00 USDFPRA Non-member $30.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USD\n\n\n\n \n  URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/march-professional-development-meeting-4/ LOCATION:College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center\, 3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/Graham-Chris_2025-scaled-e1771957539617.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20260122T164622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T164622Z UID:10244-1771587000-1771592400@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:February Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:Staying Ahead in PR: The Must‑Have Tools for 2026\nPresented by Chris Gent\, APR\, CPRC\nIn today’s rapidly changing media landscape\, public relations professionals need more than strong writing and strategy—they need the right tools. In this fast‑paced session\, FPRA member Chris Gent will highlight the latest platforms\, apps\, and AI technologies reshaping how communicators research\, create\, pitch\, and measure results. Attendees will walk away with practical\, easy‑to‑use tools that can immediately improve workflow efficiency\, elevate storytelling\, and strengthen outcomes across any PR role. Perfect for pros looking to stay sharp\, stay relevant\, and stay ahead. \nChris Gent is a seasoned strategic communications and public relations professional with more than 30 years of experience in internal and external communications\, media relations\, and corporate philanthropy. He holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Central Florida and a master’s degree in strategic public relations from The George Washington University\, where he graduated valedictorian. \nChris is both accredited in public relations (APR) and a Certified Public Relations Counselor (CPRC). A long‑time leader in FPRA\, he has served as president of the Orlando Area Chapter and later as state president. He recently completed a three‑year term on the Universal Accreditation Board\, representing FPRA in oversight of the APR credential. \nSchedule: Friday\, February 20\, 2026\n11:30 a.m.  Lunch and networking \n11:45 a.m.  Chapter updates  \nNoon  Professional development meeting \nLocation\nThe meeting will be held at the College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center (3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474). Once inside\, please follow the signs to the meeting room. \nRegistration\nThe cost to attend is $25 for members\, $30 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \nLunch buffet will be served.  \nIf you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible. \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meeting February 2026\n\n\nFPRA Member $25.00 USDFPRA Non-member $30.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USD\n\n\n\n \n  URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/february-professional-development-meeting-5/ LOCATION:College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center\, 3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/Chris-Gent-Headshot-GP.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20251223T162831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T172819Z UID:10224-1768563000-1768568400@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:January Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:Running a Political Campaign the Public Relations Way   \nPresented by Allision Campbell\, APR\, CPRC\nJoin us for our January professional development meeting and learn how Allison B. Campbell\, APR\, CPRC uses public relations strategies and tactics to create successful political campaigns. Allison will share the lessons she has learned over the years and how she was able to develop a memorable brand that resonated with voters in 2020 and 2024.  Don’t miss your opportunity to learn from one of Ocala’s best public relations practitioners! \n\nSchedule: Friday\, January 16\, 2026\n11:30 a.m. Lunch and networking \n11:45 a.m. Chapter updates  \nNoon Professional development meeting \nThe meeting will be held at the College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center (3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474). Once inside\, please follow the signs to the meeting room. \nThe cost to attend is $25 for members\, $30 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \nLunch buffet will be served.  \nIf you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible. \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meeting January 2026\n\n\nFPRA Member $25.00 USDFPRA Non-member $30.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USD\n\n\n\n \n  URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/january-professional-development-meeting-5/ LOCATION:College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center\, 3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/Campbell_A-OCT25-3-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20251002T213457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T213457Z UID:10198-1763724600-1763730000@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:November Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:November’s Professional Development Meeting\nGenAI in Communications and Marketing: the Good\, the Bad and the Ugly\n\nPresented by Steve Orlando\nSteve Orlando has worked at the University of Florida for nearly 30 years. As interim vice president for strategic communications and marketing\, he is responsible for helping to guide UF’s overall communications strategy; advising and supporting university leadership\, faculty and staff in interactions with the news media\, public and social media; playing a leadership role in crisis management\, and ensuring unity and consistency in overall university messaging. He also has served as an adjunct lecturer in UF’s College of Journalism & Communications\, where he taught classes that included Reporting Lab\, Magazine and Feature Writing\, and Mass Media & You. Prior to joining UF\, he spent nearly 10 years as a newspaper reporter\, mostly for The Tampa Tribune. A two-time UF grad\, he has a bachelor’s degree in political science and a master’s degree in mass communication. \nDon’t miss this chance to gain insights that will help you take your communications to the next level! \n\nSchedule: Friday\, October 17\, 2025\n11:30 a.m. Lunch and networking \n11:45 a.m. Chapter updates  \nNoon Professional development meeting \nThe meeting will be held at the College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center (3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474). Once inside\, please follow the signs to the meeting room. \nThe cost to attend is $25 for members\, $30 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \nLunch buffet will be served.  \nIf you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible. \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meeting November 2025\n\n\nFPRA Member $25.00 USDFPRA Non-member $30.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USD\n\n\n\n \n  URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/november2025-professional-development-meeting/ LOCATION:College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center\, 3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/FPRA-Ocala-ProDev-2025-2026-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20251002T212439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T234722Z UID:10193-1760700600-1760706000@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:October Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:October’s Professional Development Meeting\nFrom Strategy to Spotlight: Building Award-Winning Campaigns That Drive Results\n\nPresented by Jen Houser\, APR\nIn today’s competitive market\, it’s not enough to have a great product or service—you need a smart\, scalable marketing strategy that delivers leads and drives demand. \nJoin us for this Professional Development session where Jen Houser\, APR\, shares the behind-the-scenes story of how Creative Springs built a national communications campaign that not only strengthened brand awareness but also generated qualified leads. \nThis award-winning campaign earned top recognition from the Florida Public Relations Association\, including: \n\nGrand Golden Image Award\nGolden Image Award for the MagnaTrack Screens video campaign\nAward of Distinction for digital marketing\n\nLearn how thoughtful strategy\, innovative storytelling\, and strong execution combined to deliver measurable results – and how you can apply these best practices to your own campaigns. \nDon’t miss this chance to gain insights that will help you take your communications to the next level! \n\nSchedule: Friday\, October 17\, 2025\n11:30 a.m. Lunch and networking \n11:45 a.m. Chapter updates  \nNoon Professional development meeting \nThe meeting will be held at the College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center (3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474). Once inside\, please follow the signs to the meeting room. \nThe cost to attend is $25 for members\, $30 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \nLunch buffet will be served.  \nIf you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible. \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meeting October 2025\n\n\nFPRA Member $25.00 USDFPRA Non-member $30.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USD\n\n\n\n \nMeet Jen Houser\, APR\nJen Houser is the Founder and President of Creative Springs\, a Florida-based marketing agency. With acute ability to cast vision\, Jen leads her team in delivering innovative marketing solutions that drive success for their clients. Her career journey—from merchandising at Target Corp. in Minneapolis to helping build an experiential marketing staffing agency in New York City—has shaped her ability to blend creativity with strategy in a way that delivers real results. \nAt Creative Springs\, Jen fosters a culture of collaboration\, curiosity\, and bold thinking\, empowering both her team and clients to reach their full potential. Whether she’s creative directing a video shoot\, crafting a digital marketing strategy\, or listening intently to understand a client’s unique needs\, she brings a joyful and insightful approach that fuels growth. She believes that marketing isn’t just about campaigns—it’s about building brands that inspire and make an impact. URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/october2025-professional-development-meeting/ LOCATION:College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center\, 3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/FPRA-Ocala-ProDev-2025-2026-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20250902T010148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T010313Z UID:10166-1758281400-1758286800@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:September Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:September’s Professional Development Meeting\nPresented by: Dr. Allison Campbell\, APR\, CPRC and Lisa Varner\, APR\, CPRC\n \nProgram:  Join two of Florida’s most accomplished public relations professionals for an engaging and interactive session!\nDr. Allison B. Campbell\, APR\, CPRC\, Principal of A&A Campbell Group\, and Lisa Varner\, APR\, CPRC\, Sales Manager at K-Country & Wind-FM\, bring a combined 40 years of PR expertise across diverse industries. \nIn this Crash Course in PR Counseling\, they’ll walk participants through real-world case studies designed to sharpen skills\, refresh best practices\, and provide actionable insights. \nPerfect for new practitioners eager to learn and seasoned pros looking to recharge\, this session will help you strengthen your PR counseling abilities and elevate your strategic communication toolkit. \n\nSchedule: Friday\, September 19\, 2025\n11:30 a.m. Lunch and networking \n11:45 a.m. Chapter updates  \nNoon Professional development meeting \nThe meeting will be held at the College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center (3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474). Once inside\, please follow the signs to the meeting room. \nThe cost to attend is $25 for members\, $30 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \nLunch buffet will be served.  \nIf you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible. \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meeting September 2025\n\n\nFPRA Member $25.00 USDFPRA Non-member $30.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USD URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/september25-professional-development-meeting/ LOCATION:College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center\, 3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/FPRA-Sept-2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T210000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20250721T203805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T201553Z UID:10137-1755885600-1755896400@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:Annual Awards Gala and Board Installation DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, Aug. 22\, from 6 – 9 p.m. at the Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed’s Place (1821 NW 21st Ave.\, Ocala\, FL 34475) as we celebrate our accomplishments and install our 2025–2026 chapter board. \nThis year’s banquet will have a formal\, gala-style atmosphere. Please feel free to dress up and bring along a guest or two! \nThe evening will include a dinner banquet\, an awards ceremony highlighting chapter members\, communicators of the year and others and the swearing in of the new board. \nTickets are $50 per person.  \nWe look forward to celebrating with you! \n \n\n \n \nPowered by \n\n\n\n  \n      \n  URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/annual-awards-banquet-and-board-installation/ LOCATION:Mary Sue Rich Community Center\, 1821 NW 21st Ave.\, Ocala\, FL\, 34475\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/Now-Open.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20250327T144537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T000643Z UID:10088-1752147000-1752152400@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:July's Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:July’s Professional Development Meeting\nPresented by Ben Marciano\, Mayor of Ocala\n \nProgram: In this session\, the Mayor of Ocala will share how effective communication plays a vital role in leading a city and earning public trust. Through real-world examples and lessons learned\, attendees will gain insight into how strategic messaging\, transparency\, and relationship-building contribute to strong civic leadership. \n\nMore about the Mayor: \nFor over 20 years\, Ben Marciano has dedicated his life to serving the Ocala community. Starting as a health trainer\, he quickly rose to become the executive director of the DeLuca YMCA\, transforming it from one of the lowest-ranked facilities in the region into a thriving center for health and wellness. His passion for fitness and community service led him to co-found Zone Health and Fitness\, a premier gym with two locations in Ocala\, providing thousands of residents with resources to stay active and healthy.  \nBen holds an associate degree in Criminal Justice from the College of Central Florida and has remained deeply involved with local law enforcement and community outreach. Now serving as Mayor of Ocala – one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation – he prioritizes public safety\, mental and physical health\, and community engagement. In his role as mayor\, he oversees the Ocala Police Department\, supporting and strengthening several community-focused initiatives. He was also instrumental in bringing back the Mounted Unit and introducing the first annual OPD Ball in 2024. \nA dedicated advocate for youth programs and community service\, Mayor Marciano works closely with organizations such as the Chief Greg Graham Legacy Foundation\, The Centers Ocala\, Boys & Girls Club\, The Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County\, Project Hope\, the American Heart Association\, Fellowship of Christian Athletes\, and Men’s Prayer Breakfast. He is also a strong supporter of mental health initiatives\, partnering with programs like Wear Gloves\, Saving Mercy\, and local domestic violence and sexual assault centers. His commitment to youth and family services was recognized with the prestigious Chairman’s Award from the Florida Network of Youth and Family Services\, the organization’s highest honor. \n  \nSchedule: Thursday\, July 10\, 2025\n11:30 a.m. Lunch and networking \n11:45 a.m. Chapter updates – IMPORTANT UPDATE: During this time\, we will be voting on the Board Slate for the incoming 2025 – 26 Chapter year.  \nNoon Professional development meeting \nThe meeting will be held at the College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center (3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474). Once inside\, please follow the signs to the meeting room. \nThe cost to attend is $25 for members\, $30 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \nLunch buffet will be served.  \nIf you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible. \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meeting July 2025\n\n\nFPRA Member $25.00 USDFPRA Non-member $30.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USD URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/julys-professional-development-meeting/ LOCATION:College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center\, 3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/Professional-Development-Meeting.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20250327T144456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T122242Z UID:10086-1749727800-1749733200@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:June's Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:Rebranding Space: How Space Florida is Shaping a New Narrative for a Changing Industry \nPresented by: Alayna Curry\, APR\, Director of Public Relations for Space Florida \nWe’ve entered a new era in the space industry\, one that extends beyond exploration into the realms of commerce and tourism. As Florida’s aerospace finance and development authority\, Space Florida is at the forefront of building a thriving ecosystem to support a booming industry projected to reach $1.8 trillion in value over the next decade. Join us to learn how Space Florida is using strategic public relations to reshape public perception and fuel sustainable growth across the state and beyond. \n\nSchedule: Thursday\, June 12\, 2025\n11:30 a.m. Lunch and networking \n11:45 a.m. Chapter updates \nNoon Professional development meeting \nThe meeting will be held at the College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center (3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474). Once inside\, please follow the signs to the meeting room. \nThe cost to attend is $25 for members\, $30 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \nLunch buffet will be served.  \nIf you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible. \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n  \n\n \n \nPowered by URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/junes-professional-development-meeting/ LOCATION:College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center\, 3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/Alayna-Curry-Headshot-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20250327T144332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T123608Z UID:10083-1747395000-1747400400@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:May's Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:Gen Z in the Workplace: Communicating Across Generational Differences \nPresented by: Lindsay Hudock\, APR\, CPRC \nGenerational differences can be a source of conflict in the workplace\, but they also can drive innovation and progress. It’s our ability to effectively communicate across generational differences that will determine if the growing generational diversity on our teams will be a strength that propels us forward or a stumbling block that slows our progress. By the end of 2025\, Gen Z will represent 25% of the workforce and as a group they are wildly different from their Millennial\, Gen X and Baby Boomer predecessors. Being prepared to attract and foster top talent from this key demographic will be critical to the success of our organizations and research into this new generation suggests communicators will play a critical role in doing that. Join us for a conversation about who Gen Z is\, what they’re looking for\, what you need to know to help them reach their greatest potential\, and the critical role communicators will play in the successful integration of this next generation into the workplace.  \n  \nAbout the Speaker \nIn addition to serving as president-elect on the state board of FPRA\, Lindsay Hudock\, APR\, CPRC is a senior instructor and the advertising and public relations degree program coordinator at the University of Central Florida and a principal in Well Said Public Relations LLC with more than 20 years of experience in Public Relations.  \nAs a faculty member of the Nicholson School\, Lindsay works with aspiring PR professionals\, teaching a variety of PR courses\, overseeing all Ad/PR internships\, and serving as faculty adviser of the student chapter of FPRA. In her work with Well Said Public Relations\, she’s able to work with a diverse range of clients across the US to provide communication and leadership training and public relations counseling with a focus on the nonprofit community.   \nHudock received her B.A. in advertising and public relations in 2003 and completed an M.A. in mass communication in 2005\, both from the Nicholson School. She is an Accredited public relations practitioner through the Universal Accreditation Board and a Certified Public Relations Counselor through the Florida Public Relations Association. She is an active member of the Florida Public Relations Association where she has served in various roles at the state and local level\, including serving as president of the Orlando-area chapter in 2017/2018. On the state board of FPRA she’s served as the VP of student services\, VP of annual conference\, VP of Professional Development\, VP of Communication and PR\,  VP of Golden Image and President-Elect . In 2020\, she was honored as the FPRA Orlando Area Chapter PR Professional of the Year and as the FPRA Member of the Year in 2024. She is also an active participant in many local nonprofits and community groups.  \n  \n\nSchedule: Friday\, May 16\, 2025\n11:30 a.m. Lunch and networking \n11:45 a.m. Chapter updates \nNoon Professional development meeting \nThe meeting will be held at the College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center (3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474). Once inside\, please follow the signs to the meeting room. \nThe cost to attend is $25 for members\, $30 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \nLunch buffet will be served.  \nIf you have any dietary restrictions or have pre-paid\, please let us know by emailing FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n  \n  \n\n \n \nPowered by URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/mays-professional-development-meeting/ LOCATION:College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center\, 3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/Lindsay-Hudock.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20250205T150240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T193230Z UID:10024-1744876800-1744894800@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:COMMference 2025 DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a day of inspiration and learning at the 2025 FPRA Ocala Chapter’s COMMference! \nThis event is tailored for communicators\, bringing together public relations professionals\, marketers\, videographers\, and other communication experts. \nKey Highlights:\nInsightful Sessions: Gain valuable insights into best practices and strategies to tackle communication challenges in today’s dynamic landscape. \nNetworking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and expand your network within the communication industry. \nExpert Speakers: Learn from experienced speakers who have excelled in their respective fields\, sharing their knowledge and expertise. \nKeynote Speaker: Russell Bruhn\, Senior Communications Manager at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Hear from a leader of crisis communications for one of NASA’s field centers and a premier multi-user spaceport. \n  \nSee the full itinerary and speaker line-up here! \n  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS \n  \nThank you to our COMMference Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n \nAt Creative Springs\, we’re here to tell stories that resonate with people\, true stories\, your stories. The goal? Ignite Creativity and Empower Brands. Our approach helps companies clarify their business goals and solve marketing problems. Our team\, each an expert in their field\, dedicates their experience and skill set to meet your objectives. Together\, we develop unique brand strategies\, lead-generating websites\, clever content\, and irresistible digital marketing campaigns. The work we do for you is as custom as you are\, designed to elevate your company above the competition. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n                                                                \n\n\n                                                                                                                                   URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/commference-2025/ LOCATION:College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center\, 3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/February-2024-pro-dev-slideshow-e1709924040701.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20250304T234147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T234426Z UID:10069-1741951800-1741957200@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:March - Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: How to Media Train the C-Suite \nPresented By: Joel Staley \nIn his presentation\, “How to Media Train the C-Suite\,” expert media trainer Joel Staley teaches you how to help your senior executives become better spokespersons. Following are a few of the things you’ll learn:\n \n\nThe tell-tale signs that a spokesperson needs additional training.\nThe situations that require additional training for any spokesperson\, including experienced ones.\nHow to persuade reluctant senior leaders to receive media training.\nThe elements that constitute an excellent media or presentation training.\nTeaching techniques that help senior leaders accept the counsel and coaching given during a media or presentation training.\nHow to increase the quality of simulated media interviews with trainees.\n\nAbout our speaker Joel Staley: \nAs a bilingual public relations professional with more than 25 years of experience\, Joel\nStaley is an expert in media training\, crisis communications\, strategy\, and messaging\ndevelopment. He’s worked as SVP of brand & external communications for Seacoast Bank\,\nas a PR director for Walt Disney Parks & Resorts and as an account leader for global public\nrelations firms like Edelman\, Burson and Hill & Knowlton. He graduated from Brigham\nYoung University with a Bachelor of Arts in public relations and is a 2016 PRSA Florida\nRadiance Award winner for crisis communications\, a 2021 National Boating Industry Safety\nAward winner for Top Marketing & Boating Safety Outreach Campaign and a 2021 Marine\nMarketers of America Neptune Award winner for Public Relations: “Boating Safety Outreach\nCampaign.”\n \nSchedule: Friday\, March 14\, 2025\n11:30 a.m. Lunch and networking \n11:45 a.m. Chapter updates \nNoon Professional development meeting. The meeting will be held at the College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center (3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474). Once inside\, please follow the signs to the meeting room. \nThe cost to attend is $25 for members\, $30 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \nLunch buffet will be served.  \nIf you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible. \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meeting March 2025\n\n\nFPRA Member $25.00 USDFPRA Non-member $30.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USD URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/march-professional-development-meeting-2025/ LOCATION:College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center\, 3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/20220211_CURE_0013-cropped.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20250207T145711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T163420Z UID:10046-1740137400-1740142800@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:February - Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: Revitalizing Employee Engagement with an Internal Social Presence \nPresented By: Devon R. Chestnut\, APR\, CPRC \nDiscover how Cox Communications revitalized a dormant internal social community and boosted employee engagement using Microsoft’s Viva Engage. Devon Chestnut will delve into the robust strategy and communications plan she implemented to breathe new life into their employee engagement efforts\, creating a vibrant and interactive environment where employees feel connected\, valued\, and motivated. This approach can be applied to any internal social tool. \nJoin us to learn how Viva Engage has become one of Cox’s primary employee communication tools\, driving collaboration\, innovation\, and a renewed sense of community within the organization. \nDevon R. Chestnut\, APR\, CPRC\nDevon Chestnut is the Senior Manager of Corporate Communications at Cox Communications\, Inc.\, the largest private broadband provider in the United States. Cox operates fiber-powered broadband networks across more than 30 states\, delivering connections and advanced cloud and managed IT services to nearly seven million homes and businesses nationwide. In her role\, Devon oversees the company’s digital communication tools\, including the intranet\, digital newsletter\, internal social community\, and content strategy platform\, effectively engaging with Cox’s 15\,000+ employees nationwide. \nIn 2022\, Devon completed her term as President of FPRA\, is a past president of the FPRA Gainesville Chapter\, and is a current member of the FPRA Ocala Chapter. She is the Florida Public Relations Education Foundation Chair and Chairman of PACE Center for Girls – Marion. Devon is a proud Leadership Ocala/Marion Class 22 and Leadership Gainesville Class 37 graduate. \nDevon’s work in public relations has earned her numerous accolades\, including the John S. Detweiler\, Ed.D\, APR\, CPRC\, Professional of the Year from the FPRA Gainesville Chapter\, an Association of Cable Communicators Beacon Award\, the ESPN Good Sports Award\, and multiple Local Image and Golden Image awards. In 2011\, she was honored as a Gainesville 40 Under Forty and is a two-time recipient of the Cox Public Affairs Employee of the Year award. \nA native of Ocala\, Florida\, Devon holds a Bachelor of Science in Communications. She earned her Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) in 2012 and her Certified Public Relations Counselor (CPRC) credential in 2016. \n  \nSchedule: Friday\, February 21\, 2025\n11:30 a.m. Lunch and networking \n11:45 a.m. Chapter updates \nNoon Professional development meeting. The meeting will be held at the College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center (3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474). Once inside\, please follow the signs to the meeting room. \nThe cost to attend is $25 for members\, $30 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \nLunch buffet will be served by Paisanos.  \nIf you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible. \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meeting February 2025\n\n\nFPRA Member $25.00 USDFPRA Non-member $30.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USD URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/february-professional-development-meeting-4/ LOCATION:College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center\, 3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/Devon-Chestnut-headshot-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20250107T123545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T143300Z UID:10016-1737113400-1737118800@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:January's Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:Florida’s Public Records Laws: Empowering You with Transparency\nFlorida is known nationwide for its wide access to public records. From Sunshine Laws to personnel records and court filings\, learn why this access is so important as citizens and public relations professionals. Our own Kevin Christian\, APR\, CPRC\, will share insight from his 30 years of dealing with public records requests. Discover the difference between what’s public and exempt\, and learn how some of your most private information could\, in fact\, become public. \nPresented by Kevin Christian\, APR\, CPRC\nKevin Christian\, APR\, CPRC\, is a highly respected communications professional with decades of experience in public relations and community engagement. As the Public Relations Officer for Marion County Public Schools\, Kevin plays a vital role in shaping the district’s communication strategies\, fostering transparency\, and building trust within the community. An accredited and certified public relations counselor\, Kevin is a leader in his field\, recognized for his innovative approach\, dedication to excellence\, and commitment to mentoring future PR professionals. A long-time advocate for education and storytelling\, Kevin combines his expertise with a passion for connecting people and ideas to drive meaningful impact.  \n\nSchedule: Friday\, January 17\n11:30 a.m. Lunch and networking \n11:45 a.m. Chapter updates \nNoon Professional development The meeting will be held at the College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center (3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474). Once inside\, please follow the signs to the meeting room. \nThe cost to attend  is $25 for members\, $30 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \nLunch buffet will be served. If you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible. \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meeting January 2025\n\n\nFPRA Member $25.00 USDFPRA Non-member $30.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USD URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/january-professional-development-meeting-4/ LOCATION:College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center\, 3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/kevin-christian-300px.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T193000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20241211T155833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T155833Z UID:9963-1734024600-1734031800@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:December Holiday Social DESCRIPTION:Join us on December 12th from 5:30pm-7:30pm at our holiday social for drinks and networking at District Bar & Kitchen located at 110 SW Broadway St. Ocala\, FL 34471. \nIn celebration of the holiday season and FPRA’s commitment to our community\, we are hosting a drive to donate to TLC\, Ocala. They are new members of our chapter and could use our help during the season of giving. \nTransitions Life Center is a non-profit organization whose sole purpose is to provide a safe\, caring and enriching community for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  \nThey provide their members opportunities to strengthen their independence\, build friendships\, expand their world\, and grow in faith. \n–           Disposable Cups \n–           Disposable Silverware \n–           Disposable Plates \n–           Napkins \n–           Paper towels \n–           Individually packaged snacks for a pantry  \nFor Additional Information and how you can help this wonderful charity\, visit https://www.tlcocala.org/ \nDrop Off Location: Kristina Donohue – 352-895-2969 \n825 SE 8th St\, Ocala\, FL 34471 \nIf you are unable to attend the social\, please contact her to coordinate a drop off. \nDeadline: December 12\, 2024 URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/december-holiday-social/ LOCATION:District Bar & Kitchen\, 110 SW Broadway St.\, Ocala\, FL\, 34471\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/FB_IMG_1733932589780.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20241106T182121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T182257Z UID:9953-1731670200-1731675600@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:November's Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:Creating the Ultimate Collab: How to leverage brand partnerships for earned media storytelling \nPresented by Juliette Gebken-Mayí\, Owner – JGM PR\nAfter working as part of PR & Communications teams for nearly 15 years\, Juliette understands the value an effective public relations professional can bring to in-house marketing teams.  \nBefore starting her own practice\, she led high-profile cross-departmental PR initiatives for global travel brands\, including Travel + Leisure Co. (previously known as Wyndham Destinations) and Universal Orlando Resort.   \nAt Travel + Leisure Co.\, she focused on developing impactful brand partnerships and consumer activations to drive publicity for the company’s timeshare clubs\, Club Wyndham and WorldMark by Wyndham. Campaigns included a partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products to create a suite inspired by the movie Elf\, resulting in more than 2 billion earned media impressions\, and an award-wining campaign that tapped into nostalgia to celebrate national s’mores day\, featuring The Sandlot actor Patrick Rena. \nDuring her eight-year tenure at Universal Orlando Resort\, Juliette was part of the PR leadership team responsible for launching more than 30 new guest experiences\, including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley\, and the Volcano Bay water theme park. Juliette also led all U.S. Hispanic & Latin American media relations for the destination. \nMost recently\, she led the PR\, Executive Communications and Content Marketing team at one of the nation’s largest virtual K-12 schools\, Florida Virtual School. At a time when online education became the norm\, her challenge was to fight the misconceptions brought by the pandemic through impactful storytelling that leveraged data\, student stories and more. \n\nSchedule: Friday\, Nov. 15th\n11:30 a.m. Lunch and networking 11:45 a.m. Chapter updates Noon Professional development The meeting will be held at the College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center (3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474). Once inside\, please follow the signs to the meeting room. \nThe cost to attend  is $25 for members\, $30 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \nLunch buffet will be served. If you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible. \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meeting Nov. 15\, 2024\n\n\nFPRA Member $25.00 USDFPRA Non-member $30.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USD URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/november-professional-development-meeting-2/ LOCATION:District Bar & Kitchen\, 110 SW Broadway St.\, Ocala\, FL\, 34471\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/Juliette-Gebken-Headshot.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20241003T230906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T231241Z UID:9933-1729251000-1729256400@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:October's Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:Storytelling Through Short Film and Media\nPresented by Brandon Shenk from SirinFilms\, LLC\nBrandon Shenk is the co-founder and producer for SirinFilms LLC. He worked as a freelance production assistant for InterMedia Advertising and Brotherhood Studios and as an adjunct professor at Old Dominion University in Virginia. \nHis short films have been showcased at prominent festivals\, including the Beverly Hills Film Festival\, Brooklyn Film Festival\, Hill Country Film Festival\, TERMINUS Conference Festival\, International Changing Perspectives Short Film Festival\, Miami Independent Film Festival\, and the Flamingo Film Festival. \nHe will be presenting on his experiences as a storyteller and how we can make the stories we tell stronger. \n\nSchedule: Friday\, Oct. 18\n11:30 a.m. Lunch and networking\n11:45 a.m. Chapter updates\nNoon Professional development \nThe meeting will be held at the College of Central Florida’s Ewers Century Center (3001 S.W. College Road\, Ocala\, FL\, 34474). Once inside\, please follow the signs to the meeting room. \nThe cost to attend  is $25 for members\, $30 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members. Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \nLunch buffet will be served. If you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible. \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n FPRA Professional Development Meeting Oct. 18\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\n \n FPRA Member $25.00 USD \n \n FPRA Non-member $30.00 USD \n \n FPRA Student Member $15.00 USD URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/octobers-professional-development-meeting/ LOCATION:District Bar & Kitchen\, 110 SW Broadway St.\, Ocala\, FL\, 34471\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/IMG_1901-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240830T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240830T210000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20240722T190521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T121226Z UID:9862-1725042600-1725051600@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:Annual Awards Banquet/Gala and Pass the Gavel DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, August 30th\, 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. at the Appleton Museum for an evening of honoring our legacy\, swearing in the new board\, annual chapter awards\, communicator of the year awards (COTY – individual and institutional)\, Lifetime Achievement award\, and other special chapter member recognitions. \nThe cost to attend  is $35 for all members and guests.  Please click the paylink below to process your payment through PayPal: URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/annual-awards-banquet-gala-and-pass-the-gavel/ LOCATION:FL CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/July-2024-pro-dev-slideshow.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20240702T153033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T153101Z UID:9845-1720783800-1720789200@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:July Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:Special Thanks to our Professional Development Meeting sponsor: Taylor College!\n \nFriday\, July 12\, 2024 | 11:30 a.m. hot buffet lunch | 11:45 a.m. Chapter updates | noon – 1 p.m. Professional Development meeting \n  \nAttend our July Professional Development meeting with Dr. Matthew Cretul\, Legislative Manager for the Marion County Board of County Commissioners. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Cretul collaborates with the Board of County Commissioners\, county staff\, and community stakeholders to advocate for Marion County’s legislative priorities at various governmental levels. \nHe will be discussing the crucial role of public relations in government affairs\, providing insights into how effective communication strategies can help achieve legislative goals. His extensive experience in the field will offer attendees a unique perspective on navigating the intricacies of government relations. This session is a must-attend for anyone interested in learning about the intersection of public relations and government affairs. \nAGENDA \n\n\n11:30 a.m. Lunch Begins \n\n\n11:45 a.m. Chapter Updates \n\n\n12 p.m. Voting on the 2024-2025 Chapter Slate \n\n\n12:10 p.m. ProDev Presentation \n\n\n  \n\n\nWe will be meeting at Taylor College (2531 E. Silver Springs Blvd.\, Ocala\, FL 34470). \nThe cost to attend  is $20 for members\, $25 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members.  Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \n*Hot buffet lunch will be served. If you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible.  \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meetings 2023-2024\n\n\nFPRA Member $20.00 USDFPRA Non-member $25.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USDVirtual $10.00 USD\n\n\n\n \n\n\nIf you can’t make it in-person\, choose our NEW virtual option for only $10! URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/july-professional-development-meeting-2-2/ LOCATION:Ocala FPRA Annual Awards Banquet and Gala\, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd\, Ocala\, FL\, 34470\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/Screenshot-2024-07-02-113005.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20240607T201045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T201141Z UID:9827-1718364600-1718370000@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:June Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:Special Thanks to our Professional Development Meeting sponsor: Taylor College!\n \nFriday\, June 14\, 2024 | 11:30 a.m. hot buffet lunch | 11:45 a.m. Chapter updates | noon – 1 p.m. Professional Development meeting \n  \nAttend our June Professional Development meeting with Jonathan Levy\, WCJB TV20 News Director\, and better “Develop Your Media Relations”. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJon’s team is the only television news outlet with reporters living in Marion County and working out of an Ocala studio\, bringing our community truly local news. Jon will provide insight into how to develop relationships with local media\, what information local media needs to consider your story for broadcast\, and how advertising with local media makes a huge difference in our community. \nJon moved to Gainesville from South Florida in 2001\, completed two degrees at UF\, and made a name for himself in radio as a Rock 104 DJ and WUFT journalist. He left North Central Florida in 2011\, launching an all-news radio station for CBS in Washington\, DC. Jon and his wife returned to Gainesville in 2015 as he started his career with TV20. He has been WCJB’s news director since 2017. \n  \nA hot buffet lunch will be served starting at 11:30 a.m.\, followed by chapter updates at 11:45 a.m. The one-hour program\, “Develop Your Media Relations\,” begins promptly at noon. \n\n\nWe will be meeting at Taylor College (2531 E. Silver Springs Blvd.\, Ocala\, FL 34470). \nThe cost to attend  is $20 for members\, $25 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members.  Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \n*Hot buffet lunch will be served. If you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible.  \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meetings 2023-2024\n\n\nFPRA Member $20.00 USDFPRA Non-member $25.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USDVirtual $10.00 USD\n\n\n\n \n\n\nIf you can’t make it in-person\, choose our NEW virtual option for only $10! URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/june-professional-development-meeting-3/ LOCATION:Ocala FPRA Annual Awards Banquet and Gala\, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd\, Ocala\, FL\, 34470\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/JonLevy.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20240429T203856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T203856Z UID:9800-1715340600-1715346000@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:May Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:Special Thanks to our Professional Development Meeting sponsor: Taylor College!\n \nFriday\, May 10\, 2024 | 11:30 a.m. hot buffet lunch | 11:45 a.m. Chapter updates | noon – 1 p.m. Professional Development meeting \n  \nAttend our May Professional Development meeting with Blake Spires\, CEO of Brilliant Bins\, to “Tackle Social Media like an Entrepreneur”. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBlake Spires brings a wealth of entrepreneurial experience and insight to the table. As the leader of a successful company providing innovative sanitation solutions for trash bins and dumpsters\, he excels in navigating the world of social media with an entrepreneurial mindset. \nUnder his guidance\, Brilliant Bins has grown to offer eco-friendly curbside cleaning services\, utilizing a specialized sanitation truck to clean\, sanitize\, and deodorize bins using 200º hot water. This innovative approach kills 99% of bacteria and reclaims and filters wash water\, ensuring an environmentally friendly process. With a strong background in business and a proven track record in leading his company to success\, Blake is poised to share his expertise on how to “Tackle Social Media like an Entrepreneur.” \n  \nA hot buffet lunch will be served starting at 11:30 a.m.\, followed by chapter updates at 11:45 a.m. The one-hour program\, “Tackle Social Media like an Entrepreneur\,” begins promptly at noon. \n\n\nWe will be meeting at Taylor College (2531 E. Silver Springs Blvd.\, Ocala\, FL 34470). \nThe cost to attend  is $20 for members\, $25 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members.  Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \n*Hot buffet lunch will be served. If you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible.  \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meetings 2023-2024\n\n\nFPRA Member $20.00 USDFPRA Non-member $25.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USDVirtual $10.00 USD\n\n\n\n \n\n\nIf you can’t make it in-person\, choose our NEW virtual option for only $10! URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/may-professional-development-meeting/ LOCATION:Ocala FPRA Annual Awards Banquet and Gala\, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd\, Ocala\, FL\, 34470\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/1704851774045.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240426 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240427 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20240305T173248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T153546Z UID:9184-1714089600-1714175999@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:COMMference 2024 DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a day of inspiration and learning at the 2024 FPRA Ocala Chapter’s COMMference! \nThis event is tailored for communicators\, bringing together public relations professionals\, marketers\, videographers\, and other communication experts. \nKey Highlights:\nInsightful Sessions: Gain valuable insights into best practices and strategies to tackle communication challenges in today’s dynamic landscape. \nNetworking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and expand your network within the communication industry. \nExpert Speakers: Learn from experienced speakers who have excelled in their respective fields\, sharing their knowledge and expertise. \nKeynote Speaker: Sarah Schreiber: Join us for an exclusive keynote session with Sarah Schreiber\, the WWE community ambassador. Explore the world of communication through the lens of one of the most dynamic industries. \n  \nSee the full itinerary and speaker line-up here! \n  \nBuy Your Tickets Now! \n \n\n\n\n 2024 Commference\n\n\nFPRA Member $50.00 USDFPRA Non-member $75.00 USDFPRA Student Member $30.00 USD URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/commference-2024/ LOCATION:District Bar & Kitchen\, 110 SW Broadway St.\, Ocala\, FL\, 34471\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/February-2024-pro-dev-slideshow-e1709924040701.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240329T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240329T203000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20240305T171650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T172134Z UID:9730-1711738800-1711744200@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:Social Mixer at Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of networking\, laughter\, and good vibes at our March Mixer on Friday\, March 29\, from 7 – 8:30 p.m. at Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill!  \n🗓️ Date: March 29\n🕢 Time: 7 – 8:30 p.m.\n📍 Location: Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill (120 E. Fort King St.\, Ocala\, FL) \nConnect with fellow professionals\, share ideas\, and unwind in a laid-back atmosphere. Whether you’re a seasoned member or new to FPRA\, everyone is welcome! Let’s raise a glass together! 🥂 \nWe hope to see you there! URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/social-mixer-at-bank-street-patio-bar-and-grill/ LOCATION:Bank Street Patio Bar\, 120 E Fort King Street\, Ocala\, FL\, 34471 CATEGORIES:Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/ProDev-Announcement-30.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240325T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240325T190000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20240126T214301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T230117Z UID:9655-1711387800-1711393200@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:Online APR Study Sessions DESCRIPTION:  \nClickable Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84725750298 \nFor questions or for more information\, please contact Kevin Christian\, APR\, CPRC\, at Kevin.Christian(at)marion.k12.fl.us URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/online-apr-study-sessions-7/ LOCATION:Online\, Zoom CATEGORIES:APR ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/Website-Banner-FPRA-2-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20240222T155039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T171013Z UID:9698-1711107000-1711112400@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:March Professional Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:Special Thanks to our Professional Development Meeting sponsor: Taylor College!\n \nFriday\, March 22\, 2024 | 11:30 a.m. hot buffet lunch | 11:45 a.m. Chapter updates | noon – 1 p.m. Professional Development meeting \n  \nAttend our March Professional Development meeting with Lindsay Hudock\, APR\, CPRC\, and State VP of Golden Image\, to explore the new Golden Image submission process. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLindsay Hudock\, APR\, CPRC is a senior instructor and the advertising and public relations degree program coordinator in the Nicholson School of Communication and Media at the University of Central Florida and a principal in Well Said Public Relations LLC with more than 20 years of experience in the field. She is an active member of the Florida Public Relations Association where she has served in various roles at the state and local level\, including serving as president of the Orlando-area chapter in 2017/2018. In 2020\, she was honored as the FPRA Orlando Area Chapter PR Professional of the Year. In her current role as State VP of Golden Image\, she has been an integral part of updating the process to submit Golden Image nominations. \n  \nA hot buffet lunch will be served starting at 11:30 a.m.\, followed by chapter updates at 11:45 a.m. The one-hour program\, “Using the New Process for Golden Image Awards\,” begins promptly at noon. \n\n\nWe will be meeting at Taylor College (2531 E. Silver Springs Blvd.\, Ocala\, FL 34470). \nThe cost to attend  is $20 for members\, $25 for nonmembers\, and $15 for student members.  Please select an option from the dropdown below to pay via PayPal.  \n*Hot buffet lunch will be served. If you have any dietary restrictions\, please let us know as soon as possible.  \nIf you have pre-paid\, please RSVP by emailing the Ocala Chapter at FPRAOcalaChapter@gmail.com. \n \n\n\n\n FPRA Professional Development Meetings 2023-2024\n\n\nFPRA Member $20.00 USDFPRA Non-member $25.00 USDFPRA Student Member $15.00 USDVirtual $10.00 USD\n\n\n\n \n\n\nIf you can’t make it in-person\, choose our NEW virtual option for only $10! URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/march-professional-development-meeting-3/ LOCATION:Ocala FPRA Annual Awards Banquet and Gala\, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd\, Ocala\, FL\, 34470\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/Lindsay-Hudock.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T190000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20240126T214236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T214236Z UID:9653-1710783000-1710788400@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:Online APR Study Sessions DESCRIPTION:  \nClickable Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84725750289 \nFor questions or for more information\, please contact Kevin Christian\, APR\, CPRC\, at Kevin.Christian(at)marion.k12.fl.us URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/online-apr-study-sessions-6/ LOCATION:Online\, Zoom CATEGORIES:APR ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/Website-Banner-FPRA-2-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20240305T170058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T170828Z UID:9721-1710763200-1710766800@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:March Webinar | All About Golden Image DESCRIPTION:Join the Ocala Chapter of FPRA on Monday\, March 18\, from 12 – 1 PM for our March Professional Development Webinar\, All About Golden Image\, presented by Jen Houser\, VP of Marketing and Sales for Liquid Creative and a Golden Image multi-award winner. \nJen Houser is a dynamic and creative leader with a talent for driving success in both domestic and international projects. As a seasoned professional and multiple Golden Image Awards winner\, Jen will be sharing her insights on what it takes to win. The Golden Image Awards\, conducted annually by the Florida Public Relations Association\, recognize outstanding PR campaigns\, collateral\, strategy\, and more. Learn from Jen how to submit your projects effectively\, and discover what it takes to craft a winning submission. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your PR game and understand the standard of excellence in the industry. \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n FPRA MEMBERS-FREE (Click to RSVP: Put “March Webinar” in the subject line) \n\n\n\nNon-members $10.00 USD URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/march-webinar-all-about-golden-image/ LOCATION:FL CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/ProDev-Announcement-29.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T083000 DTSTAMP:20260603T194741 CREATED:20240304T153823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T153857Z UID:9706-1709710200-1709713800@www.fpraocala.org SUMMARY:Coffee Talk: Lindsay Tozer\, FPRA Ocala Chapter President DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Coffee Talk” on Wednesday\, March 6!\n\nCoffee Talks is a networking series where we bring guests in to speak about communications practices for the first half hour and network for the second half. No presentations\, just discussions and conversations. \n\n📆 Date: Wednesday\, March 6\n🕢 Time: 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.\n📍 Location: Fresh Start Donuts in Citrus County \nJoin us for the March edition of our Coffee Talk Networking Series\, hosted by FPRA Ocala Chapter President\, Lindsay Tozer. This month\, we’re taking it to Citrus County at Fresh Start Donuts\, bringing members closer to home. \n☕ Agenda: \n\n7:30 a.m.: Networking and Caffeinating\n8:00 a.m.: Conversation led by Lindsay Tozer\n\nTopics: Communications practices\, upcoming Golden Image submissions\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to kickstart your day with meaningful conversations\, connect with local members\, and gain insights into the world of PR and communications.  \n📌 Note: No presentations\, just pure networking and engaging discussions. Bring your enthusiasm and be ready to share insights! \n\n\nTo reserve your seat around the coffee table\, please email fpraocalachapter@gmail.com or contact Greg Davis.\n\nWe hope to see you there! URL:https://www.fpraocala.org/event/coffee-talk-lindsay-tozer-fpra-ocala-chapter-president/ LOCATION:Fresh Start Donuts\, 4001 N Lecanto Highway\, Beverly HIlls\, Florida\, 34465 CATEGORIES:Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fpraocala.org/wp-content/uploads/ProDev-Announcement-28.png ORGANIZER;CN="FPRA Ocala Chapter":MAILTO:fpraocalachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR