The Southwest Florida Chapter of FPRA

The Southwest Florida Chapter of FPRA Established in 1938, FPRA is the oldest public relations organization in the country.

FPRA is dedicated to developing public relations practitioners, who, through ethical and standardized practices, enhance the public relations profession in Florida.

🍻✨ Tap into Summer with FPRA SWFL! ✨🍻Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community at our FPRA Happy...
06/19/2026

🍻✨ Tap into Summer with FPRA SWFL! ✨🍻

Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community at our FPRA Happy Hour at Millennial Brewing! Meet up with fellow PR professionals, expand your network, and enjoy a fun Charitable Bingo Night while giving back.

📅 Wednesday, July 16
🕔 5:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 Millennial Brewing, Fort Myers
🎟️ Admission is FREE, but space is limited and registration is required—reserve your spot today!

Bring a colleague, reconnect with friends, and join us for an evening of networking with a purpose. We can’t wait to see you there!

🌟 We Want YOU! 🌟Are you passionate about professional development, networking, and bringing great ideas to life? FPRA SW...
06/19/2026

🌟 We Want YOU! 🌟

Are you passionate about professional development, networking, and bringing great ideas to life? FPRA SWFL is looking for a Seminars Co-Chair to join our 2026–2027 Leadership Team!

This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape our chapter’s educational programming, collaborate with an amazing team of PR professionals, and make a lasting impact on the future of FPRA SWFL. No matter where you are in your leadership journey, we’d love to help you grow.

✨ Build your network.
✨ Develop your leadership skills.
✨ Help create meaningful experiences for our members.

Interested or know someone who would be a great fit? Reach out to us or contact Immediate Past President Lauren Bernaldo, APR, CPRC, at [email protected] to learn more.

Grow with us. Lead with us. Shape the future of FPRA SWFL. 💙

🏆 Do you know an FPRA Southwest Florida member who deserves to be recognized for their leadership, service, professional...
06/18/2026

🏆 Do you know an FPRA Southwest Florida member who deserves to be recognized for their leadership, service, professionalism, or impact on our chapter and community?

Now is the time to submit a nomination for the FPRA Southwest Florida Chapter Awards! Each year, our chapter honors outstanding members through awards including PR Professional of the Year, Rising Star, Chapter Member of the Year, Unsung Hero, and other special recognition awards.

Take a few moments to recognize a colleague, mentor, rising professional, volunteer, or behind-the-scenes champion who has made a difference this year.

🔗 Learn more about the award categories and submit your nomination here:
https://www.fpraswfl.org/about-us/chapter-awards/

🌟 Congratulations to Our 2026–2027 FPRA SWFL Leadership Nominees! 🌟We are proud to recognize the outstanding professiona...
06/12/2026

🌟 Congratulations to Our 2026–2027 FPRA SWFL Leadership Nominees! 🌟

We are proud to recognize the outstanding professionals who have been nominated to serve on the FPRA SWFL 2026–2027 Leadership Team. Their willingness to volunteer their time, talents, and expertise reflects the very best of our profession and our chapter.

Interested in becoming more involved? Additional nominations, including self-nominations for open positions or committee service, may be submitted to Immediate Past President Lauren Bernaldo, APR, CPRC at [email protected]. We encourage members who are passionate about advancing the profession and making a difference to step forward and lead.

💙 Grow with us. Lead with us. Shape the future of FPRA SWFL.

Please join us in congratulating Spencer Peltz, APR, on earning the Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) credential!S...
06/11/2026

Please join us in congratulating Spencer Peltz, APR, on earning the Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) credential!

Spencer is a member of the Southwest Florida Chapter of FPRA and serves as Product Marketing Manager Associate at Arthrex Earning the APR is a significant professional achievement and reflects Spencer’s commitment to ethical, strategic and effective public relations practice.

Congratulations, Spencer! We are proud to celebrate this accomplishment with you. 💙

⏳ Final Reminder — Webinar Tomorrow!Don’t miss this engaging virtual session with Amy Velez of Ronald McDonald House Cha...
06/02/2026

⏳ Final Reminder — Webinar Tomorrow!

Don’t miss this engaging virtual session with Amy Velez of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida as we explore the power of storytelling, mission-driven communication, and meaningful community impact.

This is a great opportunity to gain practical insight from a communications leader making a difference right here in Southwest Florida — all from the convenience of Zoom.

📅 June 3, 2026
🕛 12:00 – 1:00 PM
💻 Virtual via Zoom

🔗 Register now: https://www.fpraswfl.org/events/pr-with-purpose-webinar-2026/

Three hours to make a huge difference for a local non-profit? Sign us up! Lend your PR, Marketing, and Comms experience ...
05/28/2026

Three hours to make a huge difference for a local non-profit? Sign us up!

Lend your PR, Marketing, and Comms experience to those providing:
▪️Hunger relief
▪️Mental health support
▪️Homelessness services
▪️Disability advocacy
▪️Disaster recovery

Join FPRA and the United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades Counties for Comms for a Cause - where we pair professionals with local nonprofits to help amplify their voices.

📝 Sign up here to make an impact: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefwPYRmIIuM0AhBAJR-7p23fv6-qn8Dm2Kn9zgOJI1xYIv6g/viewform

📅 June 26, 2026 | 8:30 am - 11:30 am (optional networking until Noon)
📍 United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades
7273 Concourse Dr. | Fort Myers, 33908

🎤 Meet Our Speaker: Amy VelezAs Director of Marketing & Creative Design for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest...
05/27/2026

🎤 Meet Our Speaker: Amy Velez

As Director of Marketing & Creative Design for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida, Amy Velez leads storytelling and strategic communication efforts that strengthen community awareness and support meaningful impact.

Join us June 3 as Amy shares real-world insight into mission-driven communication, nonprofit storytelling, and purpose-focused marketing strategies.

📅 June 3, 2026
🕛 12:00 – 1:00 PM
💻 Zoom Webinar

🔗 Register today: https://www.fpraswfl.org/events/pr-with-purpose-webinar-2026/

💡 Purpose-driven communication has the power to create real community impact!Join FPRA Southwest Florida on June 3 for a...
05/21/2026

💡 Purpose-driven communication has the power to create real community impact!

Join FPRA Southwest Florida on June 3 for a virtual conversation with Amy Velez of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida as she shares insight into storytelling, strategic partnerships, and mission-focused marketing.

This engaging webinar will explore how organizations can use authentic communication to strengthen relationships, inspire support, and elevate their mission.

📅 June 3, 2026
🕛 12:00 – 1:00 PM
💻 Virtual via Zoom

💲 Students: Free | Members: $5 | Non-Members: $10

🔗 Register now: https://www.fpraswfl.org/events/pr-with-purpose-webinar-2026/

You + one nonprofit = one awesome morning. Comms for a Cause is coming - and we’re looking for FPRA pros to share your b...
05/20/2026

You + one nonprofit = one awesome morning.

Comms for a Cause is coming - and we’re looking for FPRA pros to share your brain power with nonprofits doing BIG work.

Ending hunger and homelessness, supporting health and wellness, providing disaster relief - they need a hand with messaging, media, and more.

One morning. One conversation. Big feels.

📝 Sign up now to make an impact!
📅 June 26, 2026 | 8:30 am - 11:30 am
(optional networking until Noon)

📍United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades
7273 Concourse Dr. | Fort Myers, 33908

📝 Sign up today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefwPYRmIIuM0AhBAJR-7p23fv6-qn8Dm2Kn9zgOJI1xYIv6g/viewform

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