East Central District

We are dedicated to advancing leadership development, programming, and award recognition within our 15 district member chapters in PA, OH, WV, KY, IN & MI.

[East Central District @ECDPRSA]

Today, we celebrate achievements and strength of women around the world. PRSA ECD revels in the leadership of women in our industry, and beyond. Let's continue to uplift and empower each other as we strive for a brighter, more equitable future for all. #WomenInPR #Inclusivity

[East Central District @ECDPRSA]

The PRominent Award program is now open! Established in 2021, this prestigious honor recognizes outstanding Chapters within our PRSA community.

To be eligible, Chapters must meet 11 out of 14 designated criteria. For all details, visit: https://t.co/xKxyTGkatx

[PRSA Hoosier Chapter @PRSAHoosier]

Patricia Tobin created more opportunities to educate the world on how talented minorities are. She co-founded the National Black Public Relations Society & used her platform to represent clients wanting to engage with Black consumers. In 1983, she quit her job & built an agency.

[PRSA Hoosier Chapter @PRSAHoosier]

Joseph Varney Baker mentored young students like Rev. Barbara C. Harris who became head of his firm. In 1934, he was the 1st Black male to open a firm & be the president of Philadelphia PRSA. His clientele included @ThePennsylvaniaRailroad, @NBC, @Gillette, @RCA, & @Chrysler.

[East Central District @ECDPRSA]

** Town Hall for PRSA Members! **

Join @PRSA Chair Joseph Abreu, APR, CPRC, and PRSA CEO Linda Thomas Brooks for a virtual Town Hall Feb. 22 at 4 p.m. ET. They will share the latest info on member benefits, programs, resources and initiatives.

Register: https://t.co/CdV5iCAq20

[East Central District @ECDPRSA]

DIVERSE DIALOGUES WEBINAR - Black Voices Defining the Industry - 2.21, 6p ET.

As part of @PRSA's celebration of Black History Month, PRSA is hosting Black Voices Defining the Industry in 2024, TODAY (Feb. 21), 6-7 p.m. Members attend FREE.

Register: https://t.co/Fc4wrPksDa

[East Central District @ECDPRSA]

Meet Kim Skeltis, APR (@kskeltis) from @WMPRSA - one of our new ECD board members.

Owner of Blue Blaze PR, Kim shares her career journey, advice for new grads, and how @PRSA has been an integral part of her professional life.

Q & A with Kim: https://t.co/2PKHLRaMDD

#PRSA

[PRSA @PRSA]

DEADLINE EXTENDED! You now have until the end of day on Tuesday, Feb. 20 to submit your entries for the 2024 Anvil Awards! https://t.co/pmzlR5OppR #PRSALearning #anvilawards

[Marc C. Whitt @marcwhitt]

VIRTUAL EVENT: Join us Feb. 20 at noon when the PRSA Thoroughbred Chapter hosts an all-star panel from the University of Kentucky, the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the Kentucky Department of Tourism.

REGISTER NOW 👉 https://t.co/HcBqQjR62R

[East Central District @ECDPRSA]

February marks American Heart Month, Random Acts of Kindness Week and Black History Month. In that spirit, ECD Chair @jkrameric challenges us to reflect on connections between these observances and approach our interactions with empathy.

Read more: https://t.co/No8kqSDmxB

#PRSA

[East Central District @ECDPRSA]

**Q & A w/ ECD Board Member Hyacinth Rucker**

Meet our new #PRSA ECD board member and member of @PRSAHoosier! Manager of media and PR at @TCMIndy (world’s largest children’s museum), Hyacinth shares career lessons, advice and why she values PRSA.

https://t.co/yatp3kir6x

[East Central District @ECDPRSA]

Two days left to get the Early Deadline Rate! Submit your best work for a @PRSA Silver Anvil Award by Jan. 18 for lowest pricing.

[PRSA @PRSA]

🏆 Deadline Alert: Only 1 Week Left! Submit your work for the 2024 Anvil Awards by Jan. 18 and save up to $400 on entry fees! 🎉
Get recognition for your best work in PR and Communications.
🌟 Click the link to learn more: https://t.co/kFPiGZEmES now! #PRSALearning #Anvilawards

[East Central District @ECDPRSA]

* Q & A with PRSA-ECD Board Member Jordan Ferrell *
Meet one of our newest PRSA ECD board members and @prsawv president, Jordan Ferrell! Learn more about Jordan, including career lessons and what she values most about PRSA: https://t.co/fCsGHYIqvM

#PRSA #PRSAECD

[East Central District @ECDPRSA]

The @PRSA ECD has new leadership led by our new 2024 chair - Jennifer Kramer, APR (@jkrameric), hailing from @AkronAreaPRSA. Jennifer outlines her high-level goals for the ECD in her inaugural letter: https://t.co/iVHRD1fNgW

#PRSA #PRSAECD

[East Central District @ECDPRSA]

@PRSABluegrass We're thrilled to have Alexa on our e-board and representing @PRSABluegrass!

[Strategies & Tactics @PRSAtactics]

Happy New Year! In our January issue of S&T, you'll find: comms trends on the horizon, thoughts on making the most of 2024, insights on the dangers of toxic leadership, an interview w/ PRSA's 2024 Chair Joseph Abreu, APR, and more: https://t.co/KSHwflp8HM @prsa #prsa

[East Central District @ECDPRSA]

#HappyNewYear #2024goals #prsa

[East Central District @ECDPRSA]

Join ECD Chair @kaylinrenee13 and your @PRSA ECD colleagues Friday, 12/15 at 9 a.m. for Kaylin's last ECD Chair Coffee Chat of the year! No agenda, just a casual convo with your peers. ☕

Register: https://t.co/yNquB9KMtk

#PRSA #PRSAECD #coffeechats #coffeetalk

[PRSA Detroit @PRSADetroit]

In case you missed it, check out the recap of our 2023 Annual Meeting - celebrating a dynamic year!

See who was honored, the highs of the evening, inspiring remarks from TaQuinda Johnson, 2024 president, and new priorities planned for the coming year → https://t.co/12Gjiif6BT

[East Central District @ECDPRSA]

The end of a year is often bittersweet, including at PRSA ECD. Chair @kaylinrenee13 shares her musings in her final Message from the Chair. Kaylin, thank you for adeptly guiding our district these past 12 months!

CHAIR MESSAGE: https://t.co/bZsyvepvpS

#PRSA #PR #PRSAECD