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MONTHLY PROGRAMS
February Program
For the Sake of the Story
Feb. 21, 2023 | 12-1 p.m. Virtual
Featuring Jessie Allen, Tucson Airport Authority; Carolyn Smith Casertano, APR, University of Arizona; Libby Howell, APR, Pima Community College; and Linda Welter, APR, The Caliber Group
Remember how much you loved story time as a child? Enjoy it all over again as you listen to your communications colleagues tell their most memorable stories in public relations and how they navigated the situation. Join us for a virtual lunchtime storytime.
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March Program
Mixer with Perspectives on Podcasting Program
Sponsored by Bustos Media
March 9, 2023 | 5:00 -7:00 p.m.
El Charro Downtown
Featuring Amy Randall of UA Bio5 Institute “Science Talks”; Kanika Samra of Kitchenpostcards; Russell True, and Alan Day and Lynn Weise Sneyd of White Stallion Ranch's "Cowboy Up"
Join us for an evening of networking and podcasts 101! Mingle with local PR professionals and local podcasters, with experiences ranging from labors of love to professionally produced episodes. They'll share valuable tips and help you begin your podcast journey.
April Program
Western District Conference
Held in Tucson, Arizona
Sold Out!
April 26 - 28, 2023
Tucson, AZ
Westin La Paloma
The PRSA Southern Arizona chapter is proud to be the host of the 2023 Western District Conference! PRSA Western District is comprised of more than 2,200 members from 11 chapters throughout Southern California, Arizona, Colorado, Nevada and Hawaii.
May Program
Crisis Communications: Perspectives from Public Safety and Emergency Management
May 16, 2023 | 12-1 p.m. Virtual
Have you thought about what you would do in the case of an emergency? Having a crisis communication plan is integral in ensuring you respond effectively during an emergency. During this panel, hear how local public safety and emergency management communicators interact with public and private organizations during a crisis and how to best partner for success.
June Program
Mastering the IMPACT Award Submission Process
June 13, 2023 | 12-1 p.m.
Zoom
Kenna Smith of Kaneen Communications and Kelly Wiehe of Tucson Water will share their experiences in submitting winning entries for PRSA Western District Conference Best of the West and PRSA Southern Arizona Chapter IMPACT awards.
PRSA Southern Arizona Chapter Past President Jessa Turner, who has been a judge, will share her insights as well.
The IMPACT Awards celebrate work that meets the highest standards in our industry. Win or lose, submitting for awards pushes you to reflect on your skills, inspires you to close gaps and helps you get useful feedback that can make you better at what you do.
July Program
No Program - See You in August!
Happy 4th of July!
August Program
Monsoon Mixer
August 17, 2023
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Location TBD
It’s time to meet in person for our annual Monsoon Mixer celebrating our members.
November Program
Comms and the C-Suite Working Together
Election Month for Members
November 14, 2023
12-1 p.m. | Virtual
September Program
Ethics Program (Annual Membership Meeting)
September 19, 2023
12-1 p.m. | TBD
Registration and event details coming soon!
December Program
Holiday Event
December 2023 | TBD
Registration details coming soon!
October Program
Impact Awards - Celebrating our Members
October 2023 | TBD
Registration and event details coming soon!
Registration and event details coming soon!
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