PRSA Portland Metro Chapter

Public Relations Society of America Portland Metro Chapter

Serving more than 250 public relations professionals in Oregon and Southwest Washington, the chapter supports lifelong professional development and honors excellence in public relations. More than one-fifth of Portland Metro Chapter members have earned Accreditation in Public Relations (APR), the profession’s only national post-graduate certification program. Six chapter members have been elected to the PRSA College of Fellows, considered the pinnacle of a professional career.

Upcoming Events

Fireside chat with @markmoh

Join us for our Fireside Chat with 2016 President Mark Mohammadpour, APR. Members, prospective members, volunteers  and entrepreneurs are encouraged to drop by for coffee and conversation. Some of the things we’ve helped with in the past: Interested in volunteering? Want to learn more about membership? New to Portland and trying to figure out who to […] https://www.calendrier-scolaire.education

  • Sisters Coffee Company - The Pearl 1235 Northwest Marshall Street Portland, OR 97209
  • 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

  • 02-04-2016

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Award-winning Local PR Campaign Case Study with Edelman

What does it take to create an award-winning local PR campaign? Hear how Edelman Portland used consumer research to help Tree Top, a regional fruit processor and co-op, connect with its target audience — families with young children. This fruitful campaign netted 16.8 million media impressions and 2.94 million social impressions.

  • George S. Turnbull Center, White Stag Block, Floor 3R 70 NW Couch Street Portland, OR 97209
  • 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

  • 16-03-2016

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New Member Welcome Brunch

Are you new to PRSA? Have you joined our chapter in the past 2 years, but have not yet explored all that PRSA has to offer? Join us for a “New Member Welcome” brunch. When you joined PRSA Portland Metro Chapter you made a decision to invest in yourself and your career. We want you to […]

  • Oregon Department of Transportation - 123 Northwest Flanders Street Portland, OR 97209 -
  • 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.

  • 19-03-2016

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2016 Communicators Conference

It’s time to turn your organization “Inside/Out” at the 2016 Communicators Conference! Learn how to connect internal & external communications to tell cohesive stories, and make employees and stakeholders your brand ambassadors. Geared for PR, internal communications, HR and employee relations professionals.

  • Ambridge Event Center - 1333 NE MLK Jr. Blvd, Portland, OR 97232
  • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

  • 02-05-2016

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Save-the-date: 2016 PRSA International Conference

USA Today voted Indianapolis the #1 convention city in the US. Lonely Planet named it Best in the US. Indy is a destination that has grown beyond its reputation for hoops and fast cars. We invite you to experience a collection of world-class museums, innovative attractions, inspired chefs and a Downtown that is only getting […]

  • JW Marriott Indianapolis, 10 S West St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
  • October 22 - 25

  • 22-10-2016

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The latest from the PRemiere blog

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  • Meet Prapat “JoJoe” Nujoy, 2016 Director of Recognition

Prapat “JoJoe” Nujoy Board member, director-at-large for recognition Q: What is one thing you’re most looking forward to in 2016 (personally or professionally)? A: I look forward to getting into better shape. Q: What does PRSA mean to you? A: Professional development through meaningful relationships. Q: What’s your favorite thing about Portland? A: All the […]

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  • Veracity is hiring a Senior Account Coordinator

We are looking to hire a Senior Account Coordinator with at least two years of PR experience to work directly with company owners handling an array of diverse accounts. You must: Be an impeccable writer. We understand that there is always room for our writing to improve, however our AC must possess a firm understanding […]

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  • Get to know 2016 president-elect: Colby Reade, APR

Q: What is one thing you’re most looking forward to in 2016 (personally or professionally)? A: 2015 was a significant year of change for me, both personally and professionally. I changed jobs, became a dad and made a major commitment to our chapter’s leadership. I am really looking forward to hopefully enjoying a bit of stability and growing […]

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  • Get to know 2016 chapter president: Mark Mohammadpour, APR

Q: What do you want to accomplish as chapter president? A: So many things, but if I had to pick one it’s to build partnerships between our great association and membership with other business leaders in our community. And having a blast making it happen! Q: What does PRSA mean to you? A: PRSA is a […]

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  • The lifelong value of APR: APR Maintenance

By Erin Merz, M.A., APR, 2016 Chief Operations Officer/Secretary, PRSA Portland I consider myself a lifelong learner, both personally and professionally. Most learning experiences aren’t signified by a credential like a degree or certificate. They manifest through new information, new circumstances, opportunity, reflection, revelation, relationships and interpersonal communication. Accredited in Public Relations (APR) is a marriage […]

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