PRSA Speed Networking was a Hit!

Nearly 30 Northeast Wisconsin communication professionals joined together in Appleton at the Radisson Paper Valley Hotel on May 27 to discuss our current economic conditions. In addition to great food and beverages, conversations were abounding as we head into our summer break.

Local industry leaders (with combined experience of more than 75 years!) led each table to start the conversation. Discussions were cut off at 15 minutes and attendees were invited to move to a new table or stay put for more discussion. Table facilitators and topics were:

• Janet Bonkowski, Schneider National: How do you make sure your position in the company remains a critical component to senior leadership during tough economic times?
• Susan Finco, Leonard & Finco Public Relations: Have you increased your use of social media during this economy? How is it a part of your communication plan?
• Rachel Lom, Write Image, LLC: What do you need to know when going out on your own?
• Jim Streed, Integrys Energy Group: How are you communicating the effects of the economy to internal and external audiences?

August 18 - Sail Aboard the Foxy Lady

Save the date for the Northeast Wisconsin Chapter's social of the summer! On Tuesday, August 18, we'll board the Foxy Lady for a yacht cruise on the Fox River. Capture spectacular views from atop the yacht while enjoying great food, beverages and networking with fellow PRSA members, spouses and guests. Registration begins at 5 p.m. at the Holiday Inn City Centre in Green Bay, with the two-hour cruise departing precisely at 6 p.m. Register today!

Stay Competitive, Stay Smart with PRSA - Join in May and June and Save!

Join PRSA National during May and June and the Northeast Wisconsin Chapter will waive the local initiation fee of $65 – bringing your cost down to just $225.

As a member of PRSA, you can stay on top of emerging trends and industry news with:

• PRSA's award-winning print and online publications PR Tactics and The Strategist, as well as the Public Relations Journal, which showcases original communications research of PRSA members.
• PRSA's news monitoring service, PR Issues and Trends, delivering you daily industry buzz straight to your inbox.
• Answers to your most pressing public relations questions with PRC Search, featuring nearly 2,000 groundbreaking Anvil Award-winning case studies plus articles from our publications.
• Free and discounted learning and networking events. We tap the best and the brightest in our profession to provide you with in-depth learning opportunities to expand your competitive know-how.

Join today at www.prsa.org/membership/StaySmart. Enter promotion code Spring2009 on your application to receive this special offer. For registration questions or inquiries about our local Northeast Wisconsin Chapter, please contact Erin Elliott.

Former PRSA members who have been inactive for at least one year are also eligible for this offer - call PRSA Member Services at 212/460-1400 or send an e-mail to membership@prsa.org. This offer is not valid for those joining as Associate members.

Update Your Member Profile and You Could Be a Winner

Take a few minutes to help PRSA serve you better. Tell us your job title, organizational setting, industry and area(s) of specialization. Each month, May through August, we will randomly select five members who update their demographics information to receive gifts, including a $100 Amazon gift card and items from the PRSA Store. You could be a winner!                                      

Update your demographics information on MemberNet today. If you are renewing your membership by mail or fax, you also can update your demographics on the back of the dues invoice.

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