Category: CWC Blog

Joel Staley chatting with CWC-FPRA members during a professional development event last year

Ditch the Dusty Binders: Joel Staley Brings Real-World Tactics and Examples to Help Organizations with the Next Big Crisis

The Central West Coast chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (CWC-FPRA) is thrilled to announce its first professional development event for the 2024-2025 year. With two recent hurricanes impacting the Suncoast, the need for effective crisis communication is more crucial than ever.

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Local public relations chapter accepting applications for pro-bono program

The Central West Coast chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (CWC-FPRA) is back for the second cycle of the “Mission Mavericks” program. The program is part of CWC-FPRA’s commitment to give back to the community. Nonprofits are encouraged to apply.

Hurricane Recovery Fundraiser

Local Public Relations Chapter Raises Funds for Hurricane Recovery

In the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton – especially as several of its members suffered from significant impacts from the storm – the Central West Coast chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (CWC-FPRA) paused its professional events to focus on outreach and support for those affected by the natural disasters.

Meet Blair Bloomston

Meet Blair Bloomston, Founder & CEO of Leaders Uplifted

In a world where communication is ever evolving, we have a group around us to keep us steady. An FPRA membership not only helps with your professional development growth, but…
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Meet Nate Sweetman

Meet Nate Sweetman, Sports Marketing Coordinator with Visit Sarasota County

In a world where communication is ever evolving, we have a group around us to keep us steady. A FPRA membership not only helps with your professional development growth, but…
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CWC-FPRA members attending a previous event at the Gulf Coast Community Foundation Philanthropy Center

Local Public Relations Chapter Equips Communicators for Organizational Shake Ups with Upcoming Event

The Central West Coast chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (CWC-FPRA) is hosting a conversation with Dr. Patricia Whalen, a renowned expert on corporate communications and organizational culture, to help local marketing and communications professionals learn strategies for navigating change.

CWC-FPRA 2023 PR Predictions and Wishes

Here are some 2023 PR predictions and wishes for the New Year from your CWC-FPRA colleagues. Have one to share? Send it in! My 2023 PR Prediction: The news and…
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CWC-FPRA’s New KSA Icons

As we gear up for another exciting year of professional development, we’ve implemented new icons to help identify which key subject areas, or KSAs, applies to our individual professional development…
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CWC-FPRA Board Holds first Board Meeting of the 2022-2023 Year at the New Caldwell Trust Company Building in Downtown Sarasota

CWC-FPRA’s new Chapter President, Sheryl Vieira, presided over the first chapter board meeting of the new chapter year in Caldwell Trust Company’s beautifully renovated office building in downtown Sarasota. Formerly…
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Local public relations association installs board, recognizes outstanding members

Sheryl Vieira named president; new board installed by state president during annual event SARASOTA, Fla. – September 9, 2022 – The Central West Coast chapter of the Florida Public Relations…
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