About Us – CWC-FPRA

As one of the Florida Public Relations Association’s largest chapters, the Central West Coast Chapter is a network of public relations, communications and marketing professionals throughout Sarasota, Manatee and DeSoto Counties.
The Florida Public Relations Association is dedicated to developing public relations practitioners who, through ethical and standardized practices, enhance the public relations profession in Florida. Simply put, we want to help you do your job better.

ABOUT FPRA OUR HISTORY

Who We Are

Our members are hard-working professionals dedicated to strengthening the relationship between our audiences and the organizations we serve. The Central West Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association consists of professionals in nonprofit, for-profit, government, education, healthcare, tourism, utilities, consulting and financial sectors.

Our Practice Areas

• Community Relations
• Corporate Communications
• Employee Relations
• Financial Communications/Investor Relations
• Consumer Affairs

• Fund Development/Donor Relations
• Institutional/Corporate Advertising
• Integrated Marketing
• Media Relations
• Public Affairs/Government Relations

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Grow Your Network & Career

To ensure our members are staying relevant for managing today’s and tomorrow’s communication challenges, we offer an array of programs and services which include credentialing (APR and CPRC), professional development training, peer networking, leadership growth and recognition.

PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT

Stay updated on industry trends, cutting edge technology and best practices through webinars, professional credentialling, in-person workshops and forums, networking, and more.

OUR EVENTS

CAREER
RECOGNITION

Gain recognition for the outstanding work you do to find innovative, creative solutions for your employers or clients through our many different award programs, including the coveted Golden Image & Pinnacle Awards.

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COMMUNITY
OUTREACH

We want the impactful work we do to transcend beyond our offices and reach our communities. Through Mission Mavericks, we have helped nonprofit organizations reach their communication goals and thrive.

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We Are Where You Belong

We are dedicated to creating an environment of belonging, where our current and future members, speakers and guests feel welcome, included, valued and fulfilled professionally and socially by our chapter and its offerings. Want to get involved in our belonging initiative?

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Earn Your Professional Credentials

Showcase your professional excellence with credentials. The Florida Public Relations Association offers two professional benchmarks of communications excellence, including the Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) and the Certified Public Relations Counselor (CPRC) credentials.

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