National Black Public Relations Society Opens Call for Speakers & Conference Registration

DALLAS - Aug. 6, 2014 - PRLog -- The National Black Public Relations Society (NBPRS) today announced it is accepting proposals for workshops and general sessions now through August 15 for its 2014 national conference that will take place on November 6-9 at The Sonesta Fort Lauderdale, 999 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd in Fort Lauderdale.

With the theme, Power PR! Equip! Adapt! Conquer! speakers should demonstrate expertise in social media, PR & brand strategy, crisis communication, technology, metrics and measurement, entrepreneurship, corporate social responsibility, research topics, issues in higher education, and more.

“We are looking for the industry’s power players, change agents and rainmakers that can share with our delegates innovative solutions for the practice of public relations in the ever-changing economic, social and political landscape,” said Richelle Payne, president of the NBPRS board of directors. “This year’s conference is an incredible opportunity to recharge, hear from renowned experts, network for career and business opportunities and visit with recruiters, leadership and business coaches and various vendors and exhibitors.”

Download the speakers’ guidelines and the national conference sponsorship packet at www.nbprs.org. For more information on programming, contact speakers@nbprs.org.

About the National Black Public Relations Society

Since its founding in 1998, the National Black Public Relations Society has served as an advocate for black professionals in the public relations, media relations, corporate communications, investor relations, government affairs, community relations and related fields. Run by professionals for professionals, NBPRS addresses the diverse needs of its members through programs and partnerships that provide cultural and competitive advantages. NBPRS has chapters in the major media markets and offers peer-to-peer support, mentorship, networking, job opportunities, internships, and career advancement strategies for professionals engaged in corporate, government, agency, non-profit, and private practice.  For more information, visit www.nbprs.org.  Follow us on Twitter @nbprs