This Week in Sarasota
December 8, 2009
Next: Publix Brand & Branding - Dec 17 Mtg
Central West Coast Chapter, FPRA
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Tough Times Never Last - Tough Brands Do
December 17, 2009, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Fleming's
Fee: $25 CWC & AdFed Members; $30/ Future Members
Unmistakable brand identity, customer loyalty and community service are hallmarks of Publix, a Florida-based company that is the largest employee-owned supermarket chain in the United States. The December program will disuss the evolution of the Publix brand along with strategic marketing, PR and community outreach efforts that launched a new brand identity known as Greenwise. Not to be missed. Register Here.
December Speaker has 15 years with Publix
Shannon Patten, Publix Media & Community Relations
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Shannon Patten, Media and Community Relations Manager, launched her career with Publix 15 years ago while attending USF in Tampa. In addition to her responsibilities with media, Shannon is the Publix representative at numerous events around Florida and also handles donations for local non-profits and community groups. Find out more about this event under "Tough Times....Tough Brands" on the CWC website homepage - click here.
Help Fill The Barrel with Food on Dec 17
FPRA Food Drive to Benefit All Faith's Food Bank
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Help us fill the barrel! Our chapter will be collecting non-perishable good for All Faith’s Food Bank at our monthly development luncheon, Thursday, Dec. 17. Filling one barrel with canned and boxed food can make as much as 230 meals. Even if you are not able to attend the meeting, please consider making a donation to the food bank online (http://www.allfaithsfoodbank.org/how-to-help.php).
Our December partner
AAF Suncoast
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The CWC and the Advertising Associaton Federation of the Suncoast have partnered for the December 17 meeting. This means all AD FED members are invited to our meeting at the FPRA member rate. Welcome Ad Fed members!
iShopSarasota to Sponsor Dec 17 meeting
If you live in Sarasota Florida, you know how hard it is to find the right business to fit your needs. From restaurants to contractors, iShop Sarasota has everything you need to find the right business in Sarasota!
Business owners - get listed in the fastest growing directory and get instant traffic! Our Sarasota business directory is listed in every search engine and directory system on the web to ensure the people looking for your services find you! Learn more about joining the Sarasota Business Directory at our December 17 meeting. Register here.
APR Groups Begin in January 2010
New Year Resolution: Become an Accredited PR Professional
Accreditation is an ideal way to enrich your knowledge, achieve a standard of education and distinguish yourself in an increasingly competitive industry. If you want to advance or increase your professional stature, consider pursuing the credential of Accreditation in Public Relations. In addition to the online program, the CWC offers group study sessions and mentors in January. Are you ready? To find out, go to www.praccreditation.org or contact Maura Howl, APR, at howlmc@manateeschools.net or 941-504-5686. Your candidacy will be kept confidential.
CWC is winning the Blood Drive - but barely!
Help the CWC FPRA out-donate AAF Suncoast in the first ever blood drive competition between our groups. No matter who gives the most, the big winner will be the Sarasota Communities Blood Bank and our community.
The FPRA is winning - but only by one donation. Please give and encourage your family and friends to join you. The code to give on behalf of the FPRA is 3934.
Still On the Calendar
Register for theSarasota Design Summit during December to take advantage of special pricing ($250) for FPRA members....Purchase the 2009-2010 CWC Media Directory at the professional development meeting Dec. 17.
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