Attendees can learn how to stay ahead of Web-based technology and innovations, including RSS, social media (blogs, podcasting, etc.), search engine optimization, Web analytics and using multimedia online. Presenting will be Michael Pranikoff, director of emerging media for PR Newswire.
Pranikoff will discuss what's on the horizon regarding online communication and will present a real-world example that demonstrates how new media technology was embraced as a key component in a communication plan. His presentation will be geared to the novice as well as experienced users of new technology.
The luncheon is scheduled from 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 19, at the downtown Detroit Courtyard Marriott, 333 E. Jefferson (across from the Renaissance Center). It is sponsored by the Detroit chapters of the International Association of Business Communicators and Public Relations Society of America.
Tickets are $30 for PRSA-Detroit and IABC/Detroit members and $45 for non- members. To reserve a spot, contact Nancy Skidmore at 248-545-6499 or e-mail her at nskidmore@earthlink.net. Reservations may also be made on the PRSA- Detroit Web site (http://www.prsadetroit.org) and paid via PayPal. One does not need to have a PayPal account to use the service.
IABC/Detroit is one of the largest chapters in IABC with hundreds of professionals working in diverse industries and disciplines within the business communications field in southeastern Michigan. Through IABC-both locally and globally -- you can connect to peers, jobs, vendors and customers, as well as find the knowledge and resources you seek to enhance your career or job performance. For more information about IABC/Detroit, visit http://www.iabcdetroit.com, or to become a member of the global network, visit http://www.iabc.com.
The PRSA-Detroit chapter, which will host the 2008 PRSA International Conference, is the sixth largest chapter of the world's biggest and most prestigious public relations organization. The chapter has more than 510 members who represent business and industry, agencies, solo practitioners, associations, non-profit organizations and government entities. It draws from international resources to provide a forum for public relations professionals to expand and refine their skills. Benefits of membership include monthly chapter meetings; an invaluable biennial Michigan conference; educational and networking opportunities; an accreditation, or APR, program; student development; a job referral service and more. Visit http://www.prsadetroit.org or e-mail info@prsadetroit.org for more information.
