CONTACT:
Rebecca Gass, Media Relations/Publicity Chair
Oklahoma City Chapter - PRSA
(405) 203-6038
media.relations@prsaokc.com

OKLAHOMA CITY – TThe Oklahoma City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America will hold its next meeting December 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Nonna’s in Bricktown.

Derinda Lowe, APR, will showcase this year’s Best of Show tactic winner and will walk through the process of creating the OSU Center for Veterinary Health Sciences’ award winning magazine, Vet Cetera.

Best of Show Programs winner, OK.gov, will talk about their award winning Web site and communication campaign for Redhawks – State Employee Night at the Brick. Don’t miss the chance to hear about the secrets of their success!

The luncheon cost $20 for PRSA-OKC members, $30 for non-members, $15 for PRSSA students and $20 for others students. If you are a member of the media and need media information, please contact PRSA-OKC Public Relations Chair Rebecca Gass at (405) 203-6038. To make reservations, please log on to http://www.prsaokc.com/docs/RSVP.htm. Reservations must be made by Dec. 10.

The Public Relations Society of America (www.prsa.org), based in New York City, is the world's largest organization for public relations professionals. The Society has more than 28,000 professional and student members. PRSA is organized into 114 Chapters nationwide, 19 Professional Interest Sections, along with Affinity Groups, which represent business and industry, counseling firms, independent practitioners, military, government, associations, hospitals, schools, professional services firms and nonprofit organizations. The Public Relations Student Society of America has 255 Chapters at colleges and universities throughout the United States.

For more information about the Oklahoma City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America chapter, visit www.prsaokc.com.

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CONTACT:
Rebecca Gass, Media Relations/Publicity Chair
Oklahoma City Chapter - PRSA
(405) 203-6038
media.relations@prsaokc.com

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America announced the winners of the 29th Annual PRSA-OKC Upper-Case Awards competition during a gala evening event held Thursday, October 26, at the Will Rogers Theater in Oklahoma City.

PRSA-OKC’s 2006 Upper Case Awards recognizes the best in public relations programs and practices in the Central Oklahoma region and throughout the state.

The PRSA-OKC’s slate of officers for 2006, which were unanimously voted in by chapter members, include, Nancy Coggins, APR, president; Danielle Walker, president-elect; Derinda Lowe, APR, treasurer; Kim Holding, secretary/asst. treasurer; Pamela Gutel, APR, assembly delegate; Brenda K. Jones, APR, Assembly Delegate; Debbie Anglin, APR, ethics officer; Katie Leidy, APR, ABC, advocacy officer and Danielle Ezell, APR, immediate past president. Incoming President Nancy Coggins has appointed David Klassen, APR and Marla Carroll to serve as Board Members at Large for next year.

The evening’s emcee was respected local TV journalist Angela Buckelew.

Winners in “Publications” Division included:
Honorable Mention for Public Relations Materials, 4-color, was a tie. Jones Public Relations, Inc. won for the Oklahoma History Center Grand Opening and Third Degree Advertising for World Neighbors Brochure and Inserts.

An Award of Merit for Public Relations Materials, 4-color, went to LifeShare of Oklahoma for Share Life Newspaper Insert.

The Upper Case Award for Publications - Public Relations materials went to World Neighbors for Neighbors.

Winners in the “Publications – Magazine, 4-Color” Division included:
Honorable Mention was another tie. The Oklahoma Pork Council won for Pork Pages and the City of Edmond won for Edmond Living Resident’s Guide.

The Award of Merit went to Devon Energy Corporation for Devon EXPLORER.

The Upper Case Award was awarded to the OSU Center for Veterinary Health Sciences for OSU Vet Cetera.

Winners in the “Publications – Annual Reports, 4-Color” Division included:
Honorable Mention went to Devon Energy Corporation for Defining Devon/2005 Annual Report-Devon Energy Corporation.

The Upper Case Award was presented to Third Degree Advertising for The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation Annual Report.

Winners in the “Publications - Newsletters, 1-3 Color” Division included:
The Upper Case Award was presented to Express Services, Inc for Extra.

Winners in the “Publications - Newsletters, 4-Color” Division included:
Honorable Mention was presented to the University of Oklahoma Outreach for Outreach – Reaching Out.

The Award of Merit was presented to Jones Public Relations, Inc. for Oklahoma Centennial Times.

The Upper Case Award went to the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce for Greater Oklahoma City Chamber Newsletter: The POINT.

Winners in the “Feature Stories” Division included:
Honorable Mention was a tie and went to LifeShare of Oklahoma, for How David Lived and the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency for OHFA Grant Replaces House Built in 1908.

Award of Merit went to LifeShare of Oklahoma for Maegan’s Life.

The Upper Case Award for Feature Stories was presented to the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency for Historic Aldridge Apartments in Shawnee.

Winners in “Visual Materials” included:
Honorable Mention was presented to the Oklahoma Department of Human Services for Long-term Care Ombudsman.

Award of Merit went to Express Services, Inc. for Create Your Own Destiny.

The Upper Case Award was presented to the Oklahoma Bar Association for Making a Difference: Building the Jim F. Gassaway Justice House.

Winners in “Web Page Design” included:
The only award in this category is an Upper Case Award presented to the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce for Entrepreneur Website: GrowInOKC.com.

Winners in “Public Relations Programs: Marketing/Public Relations Campaigns” included:
The Award of Merit was presented to Jones Public Relations, Inc. for the Oklahoma History Center Grand Opening.

The Upper Case Award for Marketing and Public Relations Campaigns was presented to Anglin Public Relations for the Oklahoma Holocaust Remembrance Exhibition.

Winners in “Public Relations Programs: Special Events” included:
Honorable Mention was presented to 20 Hats for Acousticadia Bake-off.

The Award of Merit went to the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency for OHFA Open Golf Tournament.

The Upper Case Award for Special Events was presented to OK.gov “Oklahoma’s Official Website” for the RedHawks – State Employee Night at the Brick.

Winners in “Public Relations Programs: Media Relations Campaigns” included:
Honorable Mention was presented to 20 Hats for Seeworth Academy Under Siege.

The Upper Case Award was presented to Jones Public Relations, Inc. for the Oklahoma City International Auto Show.

Winner in “Public Relations Programs: Crisis Communications Programs” included:
The Upper Case Award was presented to 20 Hats for Cyber Crisis: Restoring a Dentist’s Reputation.

Winner in “Public Relations Programs: Public Service Campaigns” included:
The Upper Case Award was presented to University of Oklahoma Outreach for Children of Promise.

Each year, the PRSA-OKC Chapter bestows three very special awards. They include “The Clarus Award,” presented to an outstanding member of the print or broadcast media; “The Outstanding Young Professional Award” and “The Paul E. Dannelley, Jr., Harmony Award.” Recipients of these very special awards are nominated by chapter members and are selected by a vote of the Oklahoma City Chapter of PRSA Board of Directors.

The Clarus Award honors a member of the print or broadcast media, and is given to a journalist who demonstrates fairness, clearness, and professionalism in his or her reporting.

The winners of the Clarus Award were Kevan-Goff Parker and Brad Edwards.

In 1983, the Public Relations Society of America named Paul E. Dannelley, Jr. Outstanding Educator. Following his death in 1991, a memorial scholarship was established at the University Oklahoma in his name and the Oklahoma City PRSA chapter created a special award to be given each year in his honor. It is the highest honor the Oklahoma City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America confers. The 2006 winner of the Paul E. Dannelley, Jr. Harmony Award was Sean Simpson, APR.

The “2006 Outstanding Young Professional” is awarded to a newcomer to the field of public relations for their significant contributions to the public relations profession. The 2006 Outstanding Young Professional was awarded to Marla Carroll.

The “2006 Best of Show Award for Public Relations Tactics” was presented to the OSU Center for Veterinary Sciences for their magazine OSU Vet Cetera.

The “2006 Best of Show Award for Public Relations Programs” was presented to the OK.gov “Oklahoma’s Official Website” for their special event RedHawks – State Employee Night at the Brick.

Photos and cutlines are available by request; please contact PRSA-OKC Publicity Chair Rebecca Gass at 405-203-6038.

The Public Relations Society of America (www.prsa.org), based in New York City, is the world's largest organization for public relations professionals. The Society has more than 28,000 professional and student members. PRSA is organized into 114 Chapters nationwide, 19 Professional Interest Sections, along with Affinity Groups, which represent business and industry, counseling firms, independent practitioners, military, government, associations, hospitals, schools, professional services firms and nonprofit organizations. The Public Relations Student Society of America has 255 Chapters at colleges and universities throughout the United States.

For more information about the Oklahoma City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America chapter, visit www.prsaokc.com

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CONTACT:
Rebecca Gass, Media Relations/Publicity Chair
Oklahoma City Chapter - PRSA
(405) 203-6038
media.relations@prsaokc.com

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America will hold its next meeting September 20 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Nonna’s in Bricktown. Hear the comparative results of an ethics survey of metro area PR practitioners and members of the media. Do journalists believe we’re ethical? What can you do to establish trust with the media? Our guest panel will discuss the relationship between ethics, trust and reputation among public relations professionals and their employers, the media and the public. Warning: presentation may contain graphic examples of questionable decisions, lack of judgment and unethical behavior. Panelists include Steve Lackmeyer, award-winning investigative reporter for The Oklahoman and Dr. Mark Hanebutt, professor of news writing, media law and media ethics courses at the University of Central Oklahoma.

The luncheon cost $20 for PRSA-OKC members, $30 for non-members, $15 for PRSSA students and $20 for others students. If you are a member of the media and need media information, please contact PRSA-OKC Public Relations Chair Rebecca Gass at (405) 203-6038. To make reservations, please log on to http://www.prsaokc.com/docs/RSVP.htm. Reservations must be made by September 15.

The Public Relations Society of America (www.prsa.org), based in New York City, is the world's largest organization for public relations professionals. The Society has more than 28,000 professional and student members. PRSA is organized into 114 Chapters nationwide, 19 Professional Interest Sections, along with Affinity Groups, which represent business and industry, counseling firms, independent practitioners, military, government, associations, hospitals, schools, professional services firms and nonprofit organizations. The Public Relations Student Society of America has 255 Chapters at colleges and universities throughout the United States.

For more information about the Oklahoma City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America chapter, visit www.prsaokc.com

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CONTACT:
Rebecca Gass, Media Relations/Publicity Chair
Oklahoma City Chapter - PRSA
(405) 203-6038
media.relations@prsaokc.com

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America will host Michael Korenblit, who will speak on how public relations efforts can impact tolerance and respect in an increasingly diverse society. The meeting will be held August 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Nonna’s in Bricktown. With recent world events in mind such as the conflicts in the Middle East, immigration debates and recent hate crimes, it is important to remember that in Oklahoma, we live, learn and work in a diverse society. As PR professionals with a stake in our company’s brand and reputation, we know that destructive behaviors such as intolerance and discrimination affect employee morale, productivity and organizational profitability.

Korenblit is president and co-founder of the Respect Diversity Foundation, a non-profit, non-partisan educational foundation that teaches tolerance for all people. He is the co-author of Until We Meet Again, the true story of his parents love and survival in the Holocaust. He relates the events of the past with recent world events and helps us help our audiences understand other cultures and our own. Korenblit shows his audiences how respect for people from different cultures, races, religions and ability levels can become a way of live and help build stronger communities throughout the state of Oklahoma.

The luncheon cost $20 for PRSA-OKC members, $30 for non-members, $15 for PRSSA students and $20 for others students. If you are a member of the media and need media information, please contact PRSA-OKC Public Relations Chair Rebecca Gass at (405) 203-6038. To make reservations, please log on to http://www.prsaokc.com/docs/RSVP.htm. Reservations must be made by August 12.

The Public Relations Society of America (www.prsa.org), based in New York City, is the world's largest organization for public relations professionals. The Society has more than 28,000 professional and student members. PRSA is organized into 114 Chapters nationwide, 19 Professional Interest Sections, along with Affinity Groups, which represent business and industry, counseling firms, independent practitioners, military, government, associations, hospitals, schools, professional services firms and nonprofit organizations. The Public Relations Student Society of America has 255 Chapters at colleges and universities throughout the United States.

For more information about the Oklahoma City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America chapter, visit www.prsaokc.com

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CONTACT:
Rebecca Gass, Media Relations/Publicity Chair
Oklahoma City Chapter - PRSA
(405) 203-6038
media.relations@prsaokc.com

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America will host John Deveney, ABC, APR, PRSA National Board Member on July 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Nonna’s in Bricktown. He will provide insight into lessons learned regarding communication failures and crisis plans that occurred following Hurricane Katrina. He will also speak about the business decisions that meant life or death for many companies and organizations.

In just the first few months following the storm more than 200,000 articles were written about the impact of Hurricane Katrina. Get the view from inside the media command center that managed 2,000 journalists in the aftermath of the greatest national disaster in US history, and ponder the question: Did the media do more damage than the floods?

Deveney topped PRWeek's list of the profession's four "brightest stars" and "ambassadors that are heroes," and was selected by PR NEWS for its first list of "15 To Watch" public relations leaders from across the globe who are shaping the profession. He has earned the highest national and international honors and awards in the communication profession.

The luncheon cost $20 for PRSA-OKC members, $30 for non-members, $15 for PRSSA students and $20 for others students. If you are a member of the media and need media information, please contact PRSA-OKC Public Relations Chair Rebecca Gass at (405) 203-6038. To make reservations, please log on to http://www.prsaokc.com/docs/RSVP.htm. Reservations must be made by July 14.

The Public Relations Society of America (www.prsa.org), based in New York City, is the world's largest organization for public relations professionals. The Society has more than 28,000 professional and student members. PRSA is organized into 114 Chapters nationwide, 19 Professional Interest Sections, along with Affinity Groups, which represent business and industry, counseling firms, independent practitioners, military, government, associations, hospitals, schools, professional services firms and nonprofit organizations. The Public Relations Student Society of America has 255 Chapters at colleges and universities throughout the United States.

For more information about the Oklahoma City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America chapter, visit www.prsaokc.com

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CONTACT:
Rebecca Gass, Media Relations/Publicity Chair
Oklahoma City Chapter - PRSA
(405) 203-6038
media.relations@prsaokc.com

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America is proud to announce its annual “Professional Development Day and Luncheon” from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, June 15, in the Oklahoman Reception Hall located at 9000 Broadway Extension in Oklahoma City.

Rebecca Gass, publicity chair, PRSA-OKC, said Professional Development Day offers PR pros a wide variety of ways to enrich their knowledge of public relations in the areas of research and measurement, international PR and strategic community relations.

“PRSA-OKC offers PR practitioners a wealth of knowledge during this Professional Development Day,” Gass said. “Our sessions range from using the latest online tools that puts PR in the driver’s seat to preparing media talking points to ensure your organization’s message is conveyed properly. There is something new and intriguing for every level of professional.”

From 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., attendees can enjoy registration highlighted by a continental breakfast and networking. Session 1 begins with “Strategic Media Messaging and Training for a Buzzed and Blogged Millennium” with presenters Taylor Cole and Michelle Smith. Cole is founder and senior brand strategist of iKnowPR.com and Smith is president and CEO of m strategies, inc.

The luncheon session is entitled, “The Public in the Machine” by Ed Schipul, who is the CEO of Schipul, a web marketing company based in Houston, Texas. This session focuses on new technologies, such as blogs, and podcasts and Really Simple Syndication (RSS), have helped public relations practitioners take the lead in driving communications initiatives.

The half-day registration for PRSA members is $50. Non-PRSA members are $60. PRSSA students are $35 and non-PRSSA members are $40. The cost of the luncheon only is $25 for PRSA members and $35 for non-PRSA members. If you are a member of the media and need media information, please contact PRSA-OKC Public Relations Chair Rebecca Gass at (405) 203-6038. To make reservations, please log on to http://www.prsaokc.com/prodev/files/PRSA_Pro_Deve_2006.pdf.

Reservations must be made by Friday, June 9.

The Public Relations Society of America (www.prsa.org), based in New York City, is the world's largest organization for public relations professionals. The Society has more than 28,000 professional and student members. PRSA is organized into 114 Chapters nationwide, 19 Professional Interest Sections, along with Affinity Groups, which represent business and industry, counseling firms, independent practitioners, military, government, associations, hospitals, schools, professional services firms and nonprofit organizations. The Public Relations Student Society of America has 255 Chapters at colleges and universities throughout the United States.

For more information about the Oklahoma City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America chapter, visit www.prsaokc.com.

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CONTACT:
Rebecca Gass, Media Relations/Publicity Chair
Oklahoma City Chapter - PRSA
(405) 203-6038
media.relations@prsaokc.com

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America will host Larry Hatteberg, news anchor who was an integral part of the communications with confessed BTK killer Dennis Rader. The meeting will be held on May 17th from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Nonna’s in Bricktown.

Larry Hatteberg received several, often bizarre communications from Radar, as his rare, personal contact earned Hatteberg earned him many interviews and guest spots on national news programs. As the television networks jockeyed for coverage, Hatteberg was their closest link to the history and mind of the criminal.

Larry Hatteberg is a name synonymous with the highest quality television journalism. He began his television career with Wichita’s KAKE-TV in 1963 and immediately distinguished himself with his ability to communicate visually, letting his subjects tell their story. Larry has received more than 100 local, state and national awards for news photography and reporting and is Kansas' most honored journalist. His Hatteberg's People series is the longest running television feature in Kansas. A DVD of the series will be released next year. His book, "Larry Hatteberg's Kansas People," spent weeks on the state's best-selling list. He has held nearly every position in the KAKE newsroom and currently co-anchors KAKE News at Five.

The luncheon cost $20 for PRSA-OKC members, $30 for non-members, $15 for PRSSA students and $20 for others students. If you are a member of the media and need media information, please contact PRSA-OKC Public Relations Chair Rebecca Gass at (405) 203-6038. To make reservations, please log on to http://www.prsaokc.com/docs/RSVP.htm. Reservations must be made by May 12th.

The Public Relations Society of America (www.prsa.org), based in New York City, is the world's largest organization for public relations professionals. The Society has more than 28,000 professional and student members. PRSA is organized into 114 Chapters nationwide, 19 Professional Interest Sections, along with Affinity Groups, which represent business and industry, counseling firms, independent practitioners, military, government, associations, hospitals, schools, professional services firms and nonprofit organizations. The Public Relations Student Society of America has 255 Chapters at colleges and universities throughout the United States.

For more information about the Oklahoma City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America chapter, visit www.prsaokc.com

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