Upcoming Professional Development Event
Brand Strategy + Brand Planning Basics
Join the Volusia/Flagler Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 16 for an enlightening session with Andy Jorishie, President of Advertising for the Zimmerman Agency, and expert leader in the field of advertising and brand strategy.
This session will focus on the basics of planning, emphasizing the crucial role that research and data play in crafting effective brand strategies. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field of public relations and advertising, this presentation will equip you with valuable insights and methodologies for developing data-driven branding initiatives.
With an impressive career spanning over 36 years, Andy started his journey at Y&R NY, contributing to the growth of some of the world's most renowned brands like The Walt Disney Company, CitiBank, and the US Army. His extensive experience includes leading the Citibank AAdvantage account to an EFFIE Award victory and pioneering Sony's entry into the online gaming sector. Since joining The Zimmerman Agency in 2004, and later becoming its President of Advertising in 2021, Andy has been pivotal in developing “Momentum,” the agency's proprietary planning process.
The professional development luncheon will be held in the Dennis McGee Room at the Daytona Beach International Airport. Register here by noon on May 10. Walk-ins are accepted but lunch is not guaranteed. Parking and lunch are included.
Ticket Pricing
Members: $30
Nonmembers: $40
Students: $15
2023-2024 Board of Directors
Johanna Santana, Chapter President - Internal Communications, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment
Sasha Staton, President-Elect - Account Manager, Benedict Advertising
Tangela Boyd, VP Programming - Marketing Specialist, Daytona Beach Area CVB
Mary Dorn, APR, VP Public Relations - Digital Marketing Consultant, Mary Dorn Communications Consulting
Christine Martindale, VP Member Services & Immediate Past President - Corporate Communications Specialist, Mitsubishi Power Americas
Chris Graham, APR, VP Accreditation - Community Information Manager, City of DeLand
Angelene Davis, VP Communications & Digital Media - Multimedia Associate, City of Palm Coast
Jennifer Roberts, VP Finance - Owner, Back Porch Communications & Co-Founder of Boss Lady Community
Donna Graybill, Chapter Secretary - Public Engagement & Content Creation, Ghyabi Consulting & Managemet
Sara Withrow, VP Student Services - Donor Communications Officer (DCO), The Nature Conservancy
Dr. Salvador ‘Ray’ Victor, Student Advocate - Professor, Bethune-Cookman University
Robert ‘Bob’ Barker, Senior Advisor - Retired
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