Events

This year, we will honor Stacy Zimmerman with the 2026 Ernest R. McDowell Award. Stacy is the National Activities, Event Planning and Public Relations Director for the Antique Automobile Club of America. She has more than 25 years of public relations and communications experience. Read more about Stacy’s accomplishments here. Evening of Honors Sponsors: Reception…

Speaker: Karen Hendricks, Host, The Morning Agenda & Susquehanna Scout Podcasts, WITF Podcasts have become one of the most powerful tools for storytelling, education, and audience engagement – but starting one from the ground up can feel overwhelming. This presentation walks through the practical steps to create a podcast from scratch, from shaping your concept…

This event has been postponed until September. Refunds will be issued to those who registered. Thank you for understanding. Speaker: Dan Blottenberger, Deputy Communications Director & Shannon Powers, Press Secretary, PA Department of Agriculture What does it take to successfully deliver one of Pennsylvania’s most iconic and high-profile events? This month’s PPRS event offers a…

Speaker: Ted Czech, Public Information Officer for the York County Office of Emergency Management and York County 911  Ted Czech will share his firsthand experiences serving as a public information officer during two separate 2025 York County shootings—among the most tragic incidents in the region’s recent history—in which four law enforcement officers were killed and…

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…