Thursday, September 20, 2018 from
11:00 am to 1:00 pm EST
Please note earlier start time!
Registration/Lunch 11:00 am
Pitching rounds begin 11:30 am
MEET THE MEDIA
Calling all PR and communications pros: It’s time to meet the media!
WMPRSA's Meet the Media event is just around the corner, and it’s always one of our best events of the season. We’ll welcome back the popular speed pitching format where PR pros will have four minutes with media to introduce themselves, share a bit about their organizations/clients and to pitch away!
These four-minute meetings go fast - so be prepared, plan your story pitches and maximize your time.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: We will again conduct appointment signups when you register instead of at the door. After registering online, reserve your appointments HERE (maximum 5 appointments to allow a maximum number of participants).
Appointment signups are first come, first served, regardless of when you registered online (so don't delay after registration believing your spot in line has been held; book immediately after registration for best selection). Any unfilled appointment slots will be made available at the door.
SIGNUPS ARE FOR CHAPTER MEMBERS ONLY through the end of Monday, September 10. Nonmembers, students and AMA members may sign up beginning September 11.
Confirmed Media Include:
La Mejor GR
Angie Morales, Director
Chuy Morales, Host
Michigan BLUE
Howard Meyerson, Managing Editor
MLive
Eric Gaertner, News Leader
Rapid Growth
Lauren Fay Carlson, Managing Editor
West Michigan Woman
Amy Charles, Editorial Director
WOOD Radio
Phil Tower, Program Director
WOOD TV8
Marvis Herring, Reporter
Diana Willsie, Senior Producer
WXMI Fox 17
Brooks Blanton, News Director
Michael Martin, Dayside Assignment Editor
WZZM 13
Brent Ashcroft, Reporter/Storyteller/Anchor
Julie Flynn, News Director
FEES:
Chapter Members $25
Nonmembers $40
Students $20
AMA Members $35
Please RSVP by September 17.
John VanderHaagen, Public Relations Specialist, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Kristin Coppens, Social Media Specialist, Spectrum Health
Andrea Robyns, Marketing Technology Director, Experience Grand Rapids
Ryan Anderson, Director, Product + Portfolio Strategy, Herman Miller