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Here is my first blog post for Georgia Southern University PRSSA. Take a look and read about the career of Elyse Hammett, VP of Marketing & Communications for the Community Foundation of Greater Atlanta.

If you are a communications professional looking for a kick start to get back in work mode for the final stretch of the year, with some good company, good food and great music by night to balance things, then read on. In exactly three weeks time I look forward to hosting a unique event for communications industry professionals in my home town of Sligo. ConversationsFest24 is a salon conference event born out of the #DublinConversations, an initiative shaped by Andy Green FRSA and I over the past six years . Against the back drop of the elegant Yeats Society Building in Sligo town centre, and an eclectic mix of local venues that will be used for small sized break out sessions, this is an event for conversation with attendance capped at less than 50 including the organisers. We do have some expert contributions to get the discussion going but the outcome of the weekend will centre on the discussion between the peers attending. Emerging from those discussions we want to leave with a distinct, informed and well trashed out sense of - What the world now expects from communicators, - the skills and traits needed to meet those expectations - how to scale those skills in a team or organisation and - how to define and illustrate value for those skills in the understanding of the organisations that need to engage with communication. Why not join us. We already have attendees from Canada, the US, the UK and Germany as well as Ireland including both academics and practitioners. There will also be perspectives from some who've seen the work of communication evolve over five decades alongside some who are just starting out - the conversations will be epic There are a limited number of tickets, accessible on the link below. https://lnkd.in/eqsXnVnJ There is also a pre conference workshop on the Friday - Elevate your purpose and value in Communication and Public Relations https://lnkd.in/enmSGAQe

📅 Have you RSVP'd yet? 🎉 Join us for a virtual Open House on July 30th at 11am ET via Zoom to meet some new team members, learn about new offerings, and see firsthand how we’re innovating to help organizations change without the pain. 🌟 🌞 Many organizations experience the infamous summer slump, but here at CSR Communications, we are experiencing a summer surge! 🚀 We’ve grown and changed over the first half of this year, and we can't wait to share more news with you! 🤝 Whether you're a long-time partner, currently collaborating with us on a project, or just discovering CSR Communications, this event is for you! 📌 Even if you don’t have an immediate need for our services, it’s always helpful to have expert resources in your hip pocket so that you’re ready when you need them. 👉 You can RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/efY34RD7 📽️ If you're interested in the event but unavailable on July 30th, please RSVP anyway and we'll send you a recording afterward. 💬 Hope you can join us! #CSRCommunications #ChangeManagament #ChangeLeadership #StrategicPlanning #LeadershipDevelopment #ChangeCommunications

📅 Have you RSVP'd yet? 🎉 Join us for a virtual Open House on July 30th at 11am ET via Zoom to meet some new team members, learn about new offerings, and see firsthand how we’re innovating to help organizations change without the pain. 🌟 🌞 Many organizations experience the infamous summer slump, but here at CSR Communications, we are experiencing a summer surge! 🚀 We’ve grown and changed over the first half of this year, and we can't wait to share more news with you! 🤝 Whether you're a long-time partner, currently collaborating with us on a project, or just discovering CSR Communications, this event is for you! 📌 Even if you don’t have an immediate need for our services, it’s always helpful to have expert resources in your hip pocket so that you’re ready when you need them. 👉 You can RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/efY34RD7 📽️ If you're interested in the event but unavailable on July 30th, please RSVP anyway and we'll send you a recording afterward. 💬 Hope you can join us! #CSRCommunications #ChangeManagament #ChangeLeadership #StrategicPlanning #LeadershipDevelopment #ChangeCommunications

📣 Hey Richmond Marketing and Advertising Professionals! The Richmond Chapter of the American Marketing Association wants your feedback. Whether you are a member or nonmember - we want to hear from our community to ensure we are creating experiences and opportunities that reflect your unique perspective. Please take 3 minutes and share your feedback with us! 🔗 Link Below! #RVA #Marketing #Survey #AMARichmond #AMARVA

I'll be speaking at the upcoming NW Collectors Conference on a topic close to my heart: "How to talk to people who think they hate you." In today's polarized world, effective communication is more important than ever. Whether it's navigating tricky conversations in the workplace or bridging divides in our communities, learning how to engage with those who may harbor negative perceptions is a skill we can all benefit from. Join me at the conference as I share insights, strategies, and practical tips on fostering understanding and connection, even in the face of animosity. NW Collectors Conference Register soon! May 13, 14 and 15 📍 Location: Vancouver, WA - Hilton Email me or gturner@fairwaycollects.com to register. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your communication toolkit and make a positive impact in your interactions. Together, let's build bridges and create a more empathetic world. See you there! 🌟 #NWCollectorsConference #Communication #Empathy #BridgeTheDivide

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐃𝐖𝐀! Aside from becoming a member, and getting involved with our events, there are other ways you can participate! First up, 𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘦𝘴! We have different committees that are responsible for different areas of our organization, and they are an easy way to start! Below is a snapshot and summary of the different committees we have, and what each is responsible for. If you'd like more information or are interested in joining, please send a message to 𝒎𝒊𝒅𝒅𝒂𝒚𝒘𝒂@𝒈𝒎𝒂𝒊𝒍.𝒄𝒐𝒎!

In our relentless digital pursuit, we are falling behind in etiquette, decorum, and appropriate professionalism. Political rhetoric and divisive comment sections - paired with a content onslaught including sports and pop culture fanatics - brings knee-jerk replies, retorts and attacks without critical thinking. Essentially, we are listening to respond instead of listening to understand. Perhaps the answer lies in family values or the way we're raised, but break-neck schedules and broken families with different rules in each home, have us ignoring kindness, respect and the way we present our brand in my opinion. If there's any good news to this, it's that young people who have been taught to use their social channels to broadcast a professional and talented brand while avoiding the troublesome content that follows kids around, are finding incredible opportunities in the roles, careers and pursuits they strive to attain. This is all part of my "Personal Branding and Online Presence" presentations around the province. Book now for Summer and Fall conferences. JoeWhitbread.com On stage. On air. Online.

Are you considering becoming a member of the National Association of Government Communicators (NAGC)? Check out this message from President Leslie Gervasio about the exciting year we have ahead of us! It's a great organization and I can't recommend it enough. If you have questions, let me or our Membership Director Holly Hardin M.S., MEP know!! #NAGC #GovComms #Government #PIOLife

Good morning, Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) community! Just a friendly reminder that the deadline to submit the District Conference Interest Form is this Friday, August 2, at 2 p.m. ET. This is a fantastic opportunity for your PRSSA Chapter to explore the exciting possibility of hosting a District Conference. Why host a District Conference? Here are some incredible benefits: 🌟 Showcase your leadership and organizational skills. 🌟 Connect with fellow PRSSA members and industry professionals. 🌟 Gain invaluable experience in event planning and management. 🌟 Highlight your Chapter's accomplishments and innovations. 🌟 Attract new members and engage current ones. 🌟 Potential for financial profit if budgeting and sponsorship goals are met. By submitting the Interest Form, you're simply expressing your Chapter's interest and getting access to additional resources. It's a non-binding form that doesn't commit you to hosting but opens the door to further discussions and support. You'll have the chance to ask any questions you might have, schedule a meeting with Alicia Caracciolo, our Vice President of Events and Fundraising, and receive information on the conference process. Submit your District Conference Interest Form here: https://lnkd.in/dzhsuGBZ Take this exciting step and showcase your Chapter's potential to make a lasting impact! If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out.