Note:
This version of the July newsletter corrects the date for the August Professional Development luncheon. The correct date is Tuesday, Aug. 28. We apologize for the error.
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Thanks for being a GKC-PRSA member
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Thanks, and good luck to everyone that submitted an entry to our chapter’s PRISM awards. We received almost exactly the same amount of entries as last year and take that as a very good sign. I hope to see you all get the recognition you deserve.
Speaking of recognition, I want to point out that trophies are not the only way to recognize good works. Once in a while, we will receive a message from a member about a new achievement such as a new client, but we would love to get more things like that. And, it doesn't have to be all business. Did an employee run in a marathon? Volunteer at a charity event? Send us your good news so that we can share it.
Recently, I have heard from PRSA national and they were anxious to learn who from our chapter will attend the Leadership Rally in October. Each year in the fall, preceding the International Conference, PRSA holds a series of seminars and break-out sessions for incoming chapter leaders. I attended last year and found it highly valuable for networking and education. There I met other presidents-elect, all with the same concerns about the challenges they faced with their upcoming positions. Those connections have already proven invaluable and I hope someone else can have this same experience.
But because we do not have a president-elect, we currently do not have someone planning to attend the Leadership Rally. I am seeking a current member that would like to gain leadership experience and help keep our chapter's important activities going in 2019. Ideally, that person has years of experience as a PR practitioner and is a long-term member. There is still time to get on board and take advantage of this opportunity at the Leadership Rally. But I do need to hear from you right away. If you are interested in this or other board positions in 2019, please reach out to me at [email protected].
GKC-PRSA - President
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Mark your calendar for the
PRISM Gala
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Thursday, Sept. 20, Studio Dan Meiners, 2500 West Pennway St., Kansas City, Mo 64108.
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Thank you to our PRISM Sponsors
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Aug. 8: Happy Hour and Networking
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location:
Parkway Social Kitchen, 616 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, Missouri
Cost:
Members attend FREE - but only if you register by August 3 before noon.
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Enjoy a couple of drinks and a little bite to eat with us.
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Aug. 28:
August Professional Development: Real Talk about Fake News
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location:
Grand Street Cafe, 4740 Grand Ave.. Kansas City, Missouri
Cost:
$25 for members and $35 for non-members
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Join guest speaker Dave Collett, executive vice president and general manager of Weber Shandwick’s office in St. Louis. He is a senior member of the agency’s Corporate Communications practice, leading teams in the Central region of the U.S., and specializing in strategy, crisis communications, issues management, corporate reputation and corporate social responsibility communications.
Real Talk about Fake News session will dive into:
- the changing definition and usage of the term “fake news”
- how fake news impacts real news, potentially eroding the credibility and the influence of genuine media outlets
- automated online message dissemination
- how social platforms are trying to filter and combat fake news
Speaker:
Dave Collett
As executive vice president and general manager of Weber Shandwick’s office in St. Louis, Dave Collett has counseled countless corporate clients on strategic integrated communications and how content can be used as a catalyst of conversations to engage key constituency groups. He is a senior member of the agency’s Corporate Communications practice, leading teams in the Central region of the U.S., and specializing in strategy, crisis communications, issues management, corporate reputation and corporate social responsibility communications.
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Please feel free to share these resources with a veteran transitioning from military service to civilian life.
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Did you know that as a member of
PRSA
, you have access to exclusive discounts?
In addition to business savings, PRSA members are also eligible for discounts on personal and recreational expenses. These FREE perks will save you money on:
- Rental cars,
- Hotels,
- Event tickets,
- Car insurance
- Online shopping,
- Prescriptions
- And more!
The best part is that this benefit is completely FREE — there are no additional fees or obligations to buy!
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- A new MyPRSA community has been created. Members can now provide feedback via the "Feedback for PRSA" community. Click here to join this community and follow the conversation.
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Be PR-fit with PRSA Training
Check PRSA's calendar for on-trend webinars and workshops. (Some are free to members).
More
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Congratulations to our members celebrating July anniversaries. Thank you for your continued support and involvement with GKC-PRSA. We're excited for another great year with you!
- William G. Ackerly, APR
- Cynthia Ann Clark
- Adam E. Horn
- Amanda L. Irions
- Jennifer Kutz
- Kristin Liepold
- Ashley A. McDonald
- Cindi Lynne Rogers
- Molly Schmidt
- Stephanie Marie Smith, APR
- Steven Spears
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