About PRSA Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Chapter is the fifth largest chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). We provide opportunities for professional development, mentoring, networking and continuous learning in all strategic communication disciplines to 430 members across Greater Philadelphia.
PRSA Philadelphia supports PR and communications professionals in all stages of their career and offers a myriad of resources, including the region’s preeminent PR job bank, the exclusive opportunity to earn the APR professional accreditation, professional development and networking events, and volunteer opportunities. We also work closely with student chapters of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) in the region.
An update on our Pepperpot Awards
Do you remember the first Pepperpot Awards event that you attended and connected with the top local professionals being recognized for their best practices? Maybe you have not been lucky enough to attend the Pepperpots, and 2020 was going to be your year. Don’t let these times deter you from submitting or participating in this annual celebration.
It probably will come as no surprise that PRSA Philadelphia, like so many organizations, is shifting gears from planning for an in-person event to moving to virtual. While Dec.1 is more than 100 days away and seems so far away, the health and safety measures out of our control have meant taking necessary steps to have a safe but special celebration as we honor excellence in our community.
There is always a first in our history! We will make sure this is a suspenseful event where we can announce winners and recognize the hard work you have done in communications over the past year. And what a year it has been! The team behind the Pepperpot Awards will be working diligently and pivoting to hosting a virtual event.
We will have more information to come in the near future.
Your five takeaways –
- The Pepperpots Awards will be virtual – drinks to cheers and tasty hors d’oeuvre will be of your own choice. We will be back to our special menu in 2021 for in-person delight (but feel free to BYO champagne for our broadcast!).
- Your work matters – think back on your accomplishments from Aug. 1, 2019 – July 31, 2020. To submit for an award, please review the Call for Entries details here.
- Highlight an individual – PRSA Philadelphia wants to honor extraordinary individual achievements in areas from teaching/mentoring to service. Click here or more details.
- You can still sponsor the Pepperpots – The annual awards is a great time to support this event and get your name in front of the best in the industry. Email pepperpots@philly.org to discuss sponsorship options for your organization.
- If you win, you will still receive the coveted pot or ladle!
The Pepperpot Awards have become a long-standing tradition for Philadelphia-area PR professionals to join in recognizing the top PR campaigns, tactics, and professionals. Don’t miss out just because we won’t be in the same room.
Stephanie Byrwa
President, Philadelphia Chapter
PRSA
Chapter News
September 2020 Chapter Chat
President’s Letter
Dear Members,
Did you know that September is Ethics Month at PRSA? As communications professionals who are members of PRSA, we each agree to uphold and abide by the PRSA’s Code of Ethics, which stresses six core values: Advocacy, Honesty, Expertise, Independence, Loyalty, and Fairness.
On September 8, PRSA National hosted a webinar free for members. If you missed it, check it out on-demand beginning September 17. This is also a time for those with APR to receive CEUs during this webinar.
August 2020 Chapter Chat
President’s Letter
Hello!
I hope your summer is going well, even if it looks a little different than most. Members of the board have been diligently working to put together some great virtual programs. Be sure to check out the upcoming programs and sign up.
I want to highlight a portion of the Call for Entries for the Pepperpot Awards; we have The PRSA Individual Achievement Awards honor extraordinary individuals for excellence in public relations. There is no fee to enter the Individual Achievement Awards, and the deadline is Wednesday, Sept. 25.
July 2020 Chapter Chat
President’s Letter
Despite it being a truly unique year so far, we are looking forward to some exciting and informative programs this month, even though it is summer, it is helpful to keep learning! On Wednesday, July 15, Ken Jacobs will lead a lunchtime program, “Things to Start Doing NOW To More Effectively Lead Your Team.” Ken brings a wealth of knowledge and information on this topic, and you might even recognize his name from PRSA’s Strategies & Tactics publication! We will also be kicking off a series of helpful webinars this month and are proud to introduce the Philadelphia PRSA Job Search Webinar Series, the first of which will be led by Jennifer Lynn Robinson, Esq., CEO of Purposeful Networking covering, “Resilience Matters: Job Searching During a Crisis” on Tuesday, July 21.
November 2019
Read the November 2019 Chapter Chat here.
October 2019
President's Report Dear Members, October is a busy month for PRSA. We recognize October as Diversity & Inclusion Month, an important opportunity to reflect on our progress as a national organization and profession. This year, PRSA Philadelphia made a major...
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Why Become a Member
Job Opportunities
Access to the hottest job opportunities within the industry.
Strong Network
Direct access to a network of the region’s top 500 public relations professionals.
Events
Discounted prices at all PRSA Philadelphia events.
Weekly Emails
Be “in the know” of upcoming events, industry trends, and local movers and shakers.
Membership Directory
Listing in PRSA Philadelphia membership directory.