Events

Moderated by: Jason Kirsch, APR, Principal, PRworks Join us for PPRS’s 3rd Annual crowd-favorite event, now featuring a new interactive “open space discussion” format to spark even more collaboration and idea-sharing from all attendees. This interactive session will invite participants to help shape the conversation by setting the agenda and bringing their questions, challenges, and…

SOLD OUT Graphic design is often mistaken for decoration—but in reality, it’s a powerful driver of strategic communication. In this session, More than Pretty Pictures: How Graphic Design Powers Strategic Communication, we’ll explore how intentional design choices influence understanding, shape perception, and motivate action. Participants will learn how visual systems, typography, color, layout, and hierarchy…

Speaker:Meg Connolly, Senior Strategist, JPL  Description: In today’s crowded digital landscape, influencer marketing is no longer optional—it’s essential. Meg Connolly, a senior strategist at JPL, will walk you through how to design, execute, and scale a social media influencer strategy that drives real business results, not just likes and follows. You’ll learn how to identify…

Speaker:  Drew Crompton, President, McNees Government Relations (McNees GR) Date/Time:  6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, January 22, 2026 Location: Duke’s Riverside 313 S. Front Street, Wormleysburg In this session, McNees GR President Drew Crompton will break down the key issues, emerging trends, and significant policy developments driving the national landscape—and what they mean for…

Time/Date: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Thursday, December 4, 2025 Location: Hershey Italian Lodge, 128 Hillcrest Road, Hershey, PA 17033 Join us for an evening of great food, festive networking, and community spirit, all while supporting a wonderful cause. This year, we’re spotlighting the Hershey Bears Teddy Bear Toss, a beloved tradition that benefits…

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. For more than 75 years, the Pennsylvania Public Relations Society and its members have shaped our communities, state, and nation. On November 8, PPRS will celebrate our diamond anniversary and annual Evening of Honors, and you are invited to be part of the celebration! Join us to honor Leslie Gervasio with the…

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. Speakers:  Tim Lambert, Editor in Chief, Pennsylvania Capital Star, former WITF Reporter  Jennifer Salaverri, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Johns Hopkins Medicine Description:As we celebrate our 75th anniversary, we continue to reflect on the PR lessons learned from our area’s history. The tragic events of September 11, 2001, underscored the critical role of public…

Lace up your sneakers and join us for the annual PPRS/PRSA joint summer social in Midtown Harrisburg! On July 31 at 5:30 p.m., we’ll meet in the Broad Street Market courtyard for a 1-mile looping, guided walking tour of the Midtown area murals led by Sprocket Mural Works followed by food and drinks at Millworks….

Speaker: Vickie Karandrikas, Kimley-Horn In today’s digital-first landscape, LinkedIn has become more than a networking platform – it’s a critical tool for building visibility, credibility and influence. Led by Vickie Karandrikas, a communications and public engagement leader at Kimley-Horn, this session will dive into actionable strategies tailored for PR professionals looking to strengthen their personal…

EVENT REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. Speaker: Dave Marcheskie, Senior Community Relations Manager, Constellation As we celebrate our 75th anniversary, we continue to reflect on the PR lessons learned from our area’s history. A partial meltdown of the TMI Unit 2 on March 29, 1979, was a major turning point for crisis management. The proposal to restart…

EVENT REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. Moderated by: Jason Kirsch, APR, Principal, PRworks This month’s event is back by request! One of the greatest advantages of PPRS is our shared knowledge. This interactive session invites you to ask your burning PR questions and exchange practical tips and insights with fellow professionals. To encourage participation, prizes will be…