Philadelphia Public Relations Association

06/01/2026

For public relations and communications professionals, understanding how creators, journalists, and subject-matter experts are using Substack is becoming increasingly important.

Join the Philadelphia Public Relations Association for a conversation with writer, Diana Lind, author of the Substack newsletter The New Urban Order. Through a moderated Q&A, Diana will discuss the growing influence of independent publishing platforms like Substack, her approach to creating content that resonates with readers, how she has cultivated a direct relationship with her audience, and the ways these platforms are reshaping today’s media and communications landscape.

Register at https://ppra.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=97&ts=1779911433.

Check out Diana's Substack at https://thenewurbanorder.substack.com/

05/27/2026

Join the Philadelphia Public Relations Association (PPRA) and International Live Events Association of Greater Philadelphia (ILEA) for "250 Reasons to Connect: The Power of PR and Events", a conversation exploring how public relations and live events come together to create visibility, buzz, attendance, and lasting community impact across Philadelphia.

This behind-the-scenes discussion will feature industry leaders who have helped shape some of the region’s most recognizable cultural moments and citywide celebrations. Panelists include:

- Cari Feiler Bender, Founder, Relief Communications

- Amanda Kaster, Vice President of Partnerships & Community Impact, Welcome America

- Kellianne DeBlase, Vice President of Marketing & Communications, Welcome America

Register by June 2 to secure early bird pricing at https://ppra.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=96&ts=1779825270.

Join the Philadelphia Public Relations Association (PPRA) and the International Live Events Association of Greater Philadelphia (ILEA) for 250 Reasons to Connect: The Power of PR and Events, a conversation exploring how public relations and live events come together to create visibility, buzz, atten...

05/22/2026

Studio 2 at WHYY welcomed PPRA corporate and board members this week for a Q&A with the show’s executive producer, Kevin McCorry, and co-host, Cherri Gregg. Members also had the opportunity to watch a live-streamed episode of the show together from the studio.

05/18/2026

Want to sharpen your media pitching skills?

Join PPRA for an upcoming Pitch Perfect featuring Monique Curry-Mims, MBA, MSEd, CAP®, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Generocity. Learn how Generocity approaches coverage of the social impact sector and what makes a pitch stand out in their newsroom.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from a leading voice in mission-driven journalism.

Register now: https://ppra.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=95&ts=1777557151

05/05/2026

04/23/2026

You asked—we listened!

Camden County topped the list in our member survey as the most requested spot for a Jersey happy hour event, so we’re bringing the happy hour to you!

Join PPRA for a relaxed evening of networking at Ollie Gators, a New Orleans-style pub in Berlin, NJ.

Your ticket includes:
- One beer or wine
- A selection of shared appetizers

Spots are limited—come mix, mingle, and make new connections!.

Register Now:

Join PPRA's South Jersey Network!

04/09/2026

Looking to sharpen your media pitching skills?

Join PPRA for April’s Pitch Perfect featuring Isaac Avilucea and Mike D'Onofrio, reporters at Axios.

Get an inside look at how Axios approaches local and regional coverage, and what it really takes to land a successful pitch.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from journalists and elevate your pitching strategy!

04/07/2026

Looking to break into the communications industry or grow your network?

The Philadelphia Public Relations Association (PPRA) is hosting an exciting Speed Networking Night designed specifically for college students and young professionals!

This fast-paced event is your chance to connect with top professionals across public relations, digital content, and journalism, all in one evening. Build meaningful relationships, gain insights, and take the next step in your career.

Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your network and learn from industry leaders!

03/26/2026

“The Business of Influencing” brought out a crowd last night!

Hosted at Lucy's Philadelphia and co-hosted with Social Media Collective PHL, the event featured insights from Philly influencers Josh Eats Philly () and Jessica Caamp (). We also heard valuable perspectives from the brand side with Melissa Lynham, Social Media and Influencer Manager at Ocean Casino Resort.

Thank you to our panelists and everyone who joined us, we loved the energy in the room!

03/05/2026

For more than 2,000 years, the Catholic Church has elected 266 popes.

217 were Italian.
49 were from elsewhere in the world.

Not one was American.

“They will never be an American pope,” Bishop Robert Barron said the day before the conclave — echoing what many had believed for decades.

Then the white smoke rose.

An American.
An Augustinian.
A graduate of Villanova University.

The 267th pope.

In an instant, Villanova was thrust onto the global stage — with cameras, headlines, and the eyes of the world watching.

How does a university navigate a media moment that big?

This Friday, join us for a behind-the-scenes conversation on how Villanova managed the global spotlight — and what institutions can learn when the world suddenly starts watching.

Register at: https://ppra.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=89&ts=1770412692