Nominations Being Accepted for the Great Communicator

Nominations are now open for the Roger Pynn Great Communicator Award, presented by the FPRA Volusia/Flagler Chapter!

For over 25 years, this award has recognized outstanding communicators who make a real impact in Volusia and Flagler counties.

Know someone using their voice to inspire, inform, and lead in our community? Nominate them today and help us shine a light on their work!

Submit your nomination by scanning the QR code or clicking here.

FPRA Scholarship Fund

The Volusia/Flagler Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) is excited to spotlight an exclusive opportunity for members to advance their careers through higher education.

Thanks to a partnership between FPRA and the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC), members can now receive discounted tuition rates for the online Master of Arts in Mass Communication program. This nationally recognized program offers specializations such as Public Relations, Digital Strategy, and Social Media, allowing working professionals to tailor their education to today’s fast-changing communications landscape.

Whether you're just getting started in your public relations career or looking to sharpen your leadership skills, this advanced degree program is built to help communicators stand out in a competitive market—without having to put their careers on hold.

FPRA members are encouraged to stop by Chompian’s Peak during the upcoming PR & Comms Summit to speak directly with representatives from UFCJC and learn more about the discounted tuition opportunity.

For more information or to explore the program offerings, visit:

https://onlinemasters.jou.ufl.edu/lp-fpra/

This partnership is a direct reflection of FPRA’s mission to support lifelong learning and strengthen the communications profession across Florida. If professional growth is your goal this year, this may be your next big step.

Media Day 2.0

Get ready to level up your storytelling and connect with the voices shaping modern public relations! We're excited to invite you to Media Day 2025: Amplify Your Message — Content Creators, Influencers, Podcasts & the Power of Voice, happening this November!

Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned pro, this half-day event is designed to energize your approach to PR with real-world insights from local creators, podcasters, and media experts.

🎯 What You’ll Learn:

·     How to collaborate effectively with lifestyle influencers & content creators

·     Why podcasting is a storytelling tool every PR pro should use

·     Tools, trends & tactics behind viral content

·     How to blend traditional media with digital platforms for maximum impact

Let’s make this Media Day our biggest and boldest yet.

We can't wait to see you there!

Register