Q3 Highlights: A new sponsor, networking events and member successes

Fall is officially here, meaning schools are back in session, leaves are beginning to change colors and pumpkin-spiced everything is back.

Although pumpkin beer was M.I.A., members of the board came together Tuesday, Sept. 27, to recap the progress made over the past three months as well as begin to plan ahead for the rest of the year.

Summer seemed to come and go rather quickly; however, a lot was accomplished by both the board and members. Here’s a snapshot of the latest Chapter news:

• Hosted a networking event at G&G Noodle Bar where attendees were able to connect with their fellow Pittsburgh communications professionals and learn more about Chapter opportunities. 
• Distributed three e-newsletters, highlighting outstanding members, event recaps, upcoming programs and the Pokemon Go craze. To view the latest Chapter e-newsletter, click here. 
• Welcomed a new Chapter sponsor, Sprinklr – a leading social media management empire that creates ways for companies to market to customers online. To learn more about Sprinklr and our partnership, view a recent blog post here. 
• Hosted Game Night at Buckhead Saloon where communication students, young professionals and experienced practitioners came together to enjoy a night of networking, classic games and prizes. 
• Chapter member and assistant professor of public relations at Westminster College Dr. Brittany Rowe-Cernevicius was selected for the seventh annual Fellowship for Educators program of The Plank Center for Leadership in Public Relations. 
• Chapter member Ben Butler from Top Hat IMC received his APR Certification from PRSA, a distinction held by less than 20 percent of all practitioners.
• Finalized event logistics for 2016’s Professional Development Day – click here to view the program schedule and to register for the early bird rate! 

Stay tuned in Quarter 4 for announcements of our call for entries for the 2017 Renaissance Awards as well as a holiday happy hour event to celebrate the year!

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