Cincinnati PRSA 2010 Media Day

Mark your calendars for Cincinnati PRSA's 2010 Media Day - October 5. This year, the program has been expanded to give you more chances to meet, learn from and network with some of the industry's most recognizable and sought-after experts.

The program this year includes more interaction with the media; more crisis communications guidance; and other tools to help you best leverage the power of PR. Keynote Address - Jayne O'Donnell, USA TODAY.

Early-bird tickets go on sale August 16. More information can be found on the Cincinnati PRSA website.

Diamond Award Call for Entries

Entry Deadline - Friday, Sept. 17, 2010. Late Entries Accepted Until Friday, Sept. 24, 2010, with payment of late entry fee.

Download your 2010 Diamond Awards category descriptions and entry forms now here.

The East Central District of the Public Relations Society of America is calling for shining examples of public relations campaigns and tactics for its 33rd annual Diamond Awards competition. The Diamond Awards are presented to public relations practitioners who have successfully addressed a communications challenge with exemplary professional skill, creativity and resourcefulness.

The Diamond Awards are open to any public relations professional who is a member of the 16 chapters in the PRSA East Central District or any nonmember whose place of business is within the district's boundaries. The East Central District covers the states of Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, western Pennsylvania andWestVirginia.

Coming October 19

Join PRSA as we partner with the Greater Dayton Advertising Association, IABC Dayton and the Dayton Chapter of the American Marketing Association for the 2nd annual Summit Up: a social media confab. The day-long seminar will be full of expert speakers, breakout sessions and networking with other PR and marketing pros. More details will be available soon. Check back with us as our planning for this event unfolds!

Coming this November

PRSA Pro-Bono Day for Nonprofits: Need some great advice on event planning, brand building and fundraising but can't find the budget resources to pay for it? This November, PRSA will offer all this and more to nonprofit organizations. This free seminar includes break out sessions and a keynote speaker. Plus, nonprofit professionals will get one-on-one time with a PR Pro for a strategic planning session. Brush up on your media skills without paying a dime! Register early, seating is limited.