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Page 1: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession

The Capital Connection: P l  PPeople, Pressand Politics

Oct. 15‐19, 2010

Page 2: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession

National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession

Professional development sessions Workshops presented by top professionals Career exhibition

E d  l  d  f i l  ti Expand personal and professional connections Meet peers who will become future colleagues

1 000 PRSSA members attended from across the nation 1,000 PRSSA members attended from across the nation

Page 3: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession
Page 4: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession

Powering Powering PRogressPRogress

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Gary McCormick Chair and CEO of PRSA• Theme: Powering Progress• In order to achieve progress in the field, public relations professionals must:• Improve business relations• Prove how public relations ties in to business needs

Page 7: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession

Gary McCormick The ABC’s of PRSA goals

Advocacy – advocate for worthwhile causes Business Case – create better perceptions of the field Communities –mediate between organizations and publicpublic

Diversity – promote diversity in activities Education – better educate professionals and studentsp

Page 8: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession

Bettina Luescher Chief Spokesperson, United Nations World Food Programme

Ways to gain support and donations: Ways to gain support and donations: Social media websites (e.g. Twitter, Facebook) Telethons  banquets and other fundraising social eventsTelethons, banquets and other fundraising social events Celebrity endorsements (e.g. Christina Aguilera, George Clooney)

“It’s not just a handout; it’s empowering.”

Page 9: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession

Jim VandeHei Executive Editor and Co‐Founder of POLITICO Shifts in media:

Diffusion –more sites offering information Age of Niche – readers must be targetedFi kl   f S i t   i t t t   t    t   f  Fickleness of Society – important to stay on top of trends

“Agile minds thrive.”Agile minds thrive.

Page 10: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession
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How to choose a career path, build How to choose a career path, build connections and be successfulconnections and be successfulconnections and be successfulconnections and be successful

Page 12: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession

PRSA Conference Exhibit Hall Networking opportunity Learn more about public relations companies, trends 

d  iand services Companies like Cision, Associated Press, PRNewswire were presentwere present

Schools like NYU, Syracuse University and George Washington were recruiting for graduate schoolWashington were recruiting for graduate school Something Marist should aspire to?

Page 13: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession

From Behind The Podium:A White House Communications Perspective

Bob Lehrman and Taylor Griffin ‐ former White House speechwriters

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How to be a successful speechwriter Disseminate info as quickly as possible Work as a team with other writers Work as a team with other writers Be a speech researcher as well as speech writer

Tailor your speech to the audiencey p Average listener understands at a 7th grade level

Page 14: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession

L BLauren BergerThe Intern Queen

Held 15 internships throughout college career Provided useful tips on how to land an internship Creating your resume:

Limit creativityT il  t  th   Tailor to the company

Keep it updated consistently Maintain contacts and stay in touch Maintain contacts and stay in touch “Take initiative! – What do you have to lose?”

Page 15: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession

Karen Kafer Vice President, Health Partnerships for National Dairy Council

Began as a dietitian but transitioned into public  Began as a dietitian but transitioned into public relations after appearing in several guest spots on local TV

Networking and volunteering Beneficial learning opportunities Gain experience and insight from executives

Page 16: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession

Karen Kafer Blogging

ResearchD l   li   l ti hi Develop online relationship

Create your own voice Be authentic and transparent Be authentic and transparent Be reasonable in your goals

Page 17: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession

Karen Kafer Have passion

Public relations is not a highly compensated highly compensated profession

Take advantage of every opportunity

Study all clients and products and find your products and find your passion in them

Page 18: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession

Awards Night Chapters were recognized as having the best: Student‐run Firm Newsletter Regional Activity Chapter Development

Bateman Case Study University of Georgia

Teahan AwardsTeahan Awards www.depaulprssa.com

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Developing our chapter, establishing our Developing our chapter, establishing our brand and recruiting new membersbrand and recruiting new membersbrand and recruiting new membersbrand and recruiting new members

Page 20: PlPeople, Press and Politics Oct. 15 19, 2010clubs.marist.edu/prssa/pdfs/prssanatconferencepresentation.pdf · National Conference Background Explore the public relations profession

Provided beneficial tips on how to establish a career Interning, resume writing, networking

Educated students about the field and the pros and  it  idcons it provides

Agency vs. corporate, types of public relations, expectationsexpectations

Helped our chapter see where our strengths and weaknesses lie

Built both our personal and chapter networks