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FPRA’s 79th Annual Conference "It’s Personal: Research. Relate. Respond." is a four day conference of unparalleled professional development and networking for public relations professionals. 

Attendees will hear from major industry and thought leaders who will provide the inspiration, motivation and affirmation needed to help rocket your PR efforts to new heights.

This year’s conference will be held at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando from August 6th to 9th.

This year’s blogging team consists of Colleen Thayer, APR, CPRC, Susan Vernon-Devlin, Amelia Bell, APR, CPRC, Amanda Handley, APR, Katarina Dos Santos, Laura Kern, APR. Mollt Kellogg-Schmauch, Robyn LaPorta, Rachel Denton, Kim Livengood, Erin Morton, APR, CPRC, Sarah Coulson, Erin Knothe, Sarah Hansen, Brandi Gomez, Stella Harbilas, APR, Alyssa Holcomb and Maria Isabel Sanquirico. Follow their work here.

Conference attire is professional business. Please note that the average temperature in the hotel is 72 degrees. To ensure comfort, attendees may want to have a sweater or jacket available.

For the President’s Welcome Reception, casual attire is recommended. As this year’s theme is Harry Potter, attendees are encouraged to wear house-themed clothing.

The Golden Image Awards Banquet is formal wear, black-tie optional. 
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Josh Davies

The Center for Work Ethic Development
CEO
Davies is passionate about helping others make a difference in their lives, jobs and community. Through his work as a speaker and trainer, he has engaged and encouraged professionals across North America, the Middle East and Asia. Josh has keynoted national conferences and regularly speaks at more than thirty regional and state conferences each year. Davies is currently the CEO of The Center for Work Ethic Development, an organization committed to developing foundational soft skills in everyone from high school students to returning veterans transitioning into the civilian workforce. He is a published author, and is frequently cited in national publications, including the New York Times. He has been appointed by the Governor to serve a second term on the Colorado Workforce Development Council, and to Chair the State Education and Training Steering Committee.

My Speakers Sessions

Monday, August 7
 

1:45pm PDT

Breakout Session 2D - Seven Secrets to Become the Leader You Never Thought You Could Tuscany Ballroom D