Monthly Newsletter - October 2024 | |
PRSA Southern Arizona 2024 IMPACT Awards
Honoring Excellence
Tuesday, October 22
The PRSA Southern Arizona IMPACT Awards celebrate excellence in public relations, recognizing the most outstanding campaigns and professionals in the region.
This year’s event features Kate Kenski, a renowned professor from the University of Arizona, who will share insights into combating misinformation and managing cognitive biases in communication.
The evening’s festivities will be hosted by Matt Russell, CEO of Russell Public Communications, who will serve as master of ceremonies. Guests will enjoy delicious appetizers, desserts, and beverages as we honor the individuals and teams who have made a significant impact in the field.
PRSA members, nonmembers, and students are all welcome to join in this celebration of Southern Arizona’s best in public relations.
Pima County Historical Courthouse - 115 N. Church Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701
Hurry! Registration closes on Wednesday, October 16!
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The Latest in AI
Tuesday, November 19
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Zoom
Join us for an exciting opportunity to hear from Ash Black, a creative technologist and pioneering force in AI education. With decades of experience shaping the future of technology—from the early days of the web to today's cutting-edge AI and extended reality (XR)—Ash leads artificial intelligence outreach strategies at the University of Arizona. He is passionate about hands-on learning and is driving efforts to create internships, jobs, and economic expansion throughout Arizona.
In this presentation, Ash will discuss how AI is transforming industries, with a special focus on the marketing and communications sectors. Gain powerful insights on how AI is enabling brands to deliver highly personalized content and learn from data. Don’t miss out on the chance to explore how these advancements are reshaping the way companies connect with their audiences.
$5 Members | $15 Non-Members | Free for Students
Watch for registration info coming soon!
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Mingle Bells
Thursday, December 5
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Hotel Congress
Join the Southern Arizona PRSA and American Advertising Federation Tucson for a fun and festive holiday networking event designed for all professionals in our industry! Whether you’re a seasoned expert or new to the field, Mingle Bells is the perfect place to mingle and jingle with like-minded individuals and expand your network. There will be food, games, drink tickets, and raffle prizes. Donate a toy for Casa de los Ninos and get an extra raffle ticket!
$5 Students | $25 for Members | $35 Non-Members
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PRSA Members - 2025 Board Election Opens Next Week
Please watch your inboxes early next week for an email with the ballot for the 2025 PRSA Southern Arizona Board of Directors. The ballot will be sent to members only. You will be able to vote Yay or Nay on the full slate of directors. Voting will be open through Nov. 1, 2024.
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PRSA Western District Conference
February 24-26, 2025
PRSA-LA chapter will be hosting the prestigious 2025 Western District Conference. Mark your calendars for February 24-26 and join us at the iconic Sheraton Universal Hotel, the “Hotel of the Stars” in Universal City, California. This 4-star hotel is conveniently located within walking distance from Universal Studios Hollywood, CityWalk, Warner Brothers Studio, Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood Bowl, and downtown Los Angeles, making it the perfect central hub for all your sightseeing adventures.
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Welcome New & Returning Members | |
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Jessie Allen
Director, Communication and Marketing
University of Arizona, BIO5
Joel Badzinski
Coordinator, External Communications
University of Arizona, College of Agriculture & Life Sciences
Alexis Blue
Director, News Content and Communications/Senior Writer
University of Arizona
Mariana Calvos-Llanos
Specialist, Marketing and Communications
University of Arizona
Colleen Hillary Cullison
Corporate Communications
CARF International
D.L. Doolen
Marketing and Creative Communications Analyst
Pima Community College
Stephanie Doster
Director, Research Communications
University of Arizona
Justin Kree
Media Relations Director
Pima Community College
Laura Kruszewski, MBA
Senior Marketing Manager
Family Life Radio | Intentional Living
Emily Litvack
Senior Writer, Executive Research Communications
University of Arizona, Research, Innovation and Impact
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Colleen Loomis
Senior Graphic Designer
University of Arizona, Research, Innovation and Impact
Paul O’Rourke
General Manager
Skyline Country Club
Nick Prevenas
Director, Media Relations
University of Arizona
Craig Reck
Manager, Communications and Content
University of Arizona, Research, Innovation and Impact
Lisa Romero
Associate Vice President
University of Arizona, Research, Innovation and Impact
Mary H. Rowley, MBA, APR
CEO/Managing Partner
NűPoint Marketing
Pam Scott
Associate Vice President
University of Arizona
Katy Smith
Content Developer II
University of Arizona, College of Engineering
Charlie Snyder
Director, PR - Marketing and Communications
University of Arizona, College of Fine Arts
Jamila Caamano Stewart, M. Ed.
Marketing and Public Relations Coordinator
Pima Community College
Shanay Wade
Public Relations Director
Sandoval Creative
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Send Us Your News!
New position? New job? A recent honor? Share your news with your Chapter members! Send your info with your name, position, and place of employment to: info@prsatucson.org
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Local Job Bank
PRSA Southern Arizona maintains a comprehensive list of PR, communications and marketing job opportunities.
If you're looking for a new opportunity or would like to list a position, visit our job bank or email your job posting to info@prsatucson.org.
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The Southern Arizona Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America is the region's leading professional organization serving the communications community. We are advocates for industry excellence and ethical conduct, providing our members learning opportunities and resources to enhance professional connections and support them through their career. Visit prsatucson.org to learn more about our upcoming monthly programs, occasional networking mixers, annual events and more. By becoming a member, you will join the ranks of 21,000 other public relations professionals across the country to expand your professional network and to build your knowledge and skills to further advance your career.
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