2024 MPRC Annual Conference:
Positivity and Progress
Adapting Your PR Strategy for a Changing World

Friday, November 8, 2024
8:15 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
McGoldrick Center, University of Southern Maine
Bedford Street in Portland, Maine

Join us for an informative half-day conference hosted by the Maine Public Relations Council on Friday, November 8, 2024 at the McGoldrick Center, University of Southern Maine, in Portland. This year’s conference features inspiring keynote speakers, panel sessions, and MPRC annual meeting. Keynote speakers include Felicia Knight, President, The Knight Canney Group; Michael Smart, CEO of MichaelSMARTPR; and Mark McClellan, APR, Fellow PRSA, General Manager at C+C and Host of Ethical Voices.

This conference is for MPRC members, APRs, PR and marketing communications professionals, nonprofits, academia, and students. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain fresh perspectives, connect with peers, and find inspiration to enhance your PR strategy, navigate uncertainty, and build stronger connections for successful outcomes. Register now to secure your spot at this must-attend Maine PR conference! #resilientpr #mprcac24 #maineprconference

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Conference Pricing:

$79.00* Non-member rate
$59.00* PR member rate (includes MPRC, PRSA, FPRA, PRSSA)
$29.00* Student rate

*Reflects $20 savings on standard ticket rates now through Sept. 27, 2024

Conference Location

Friday, November 8
McGoldrick Center, University of Southern Maine
Bedford Street, Portland, ME

Conference Agenda:

7:30 – 8:15	Registration, Networking, Continental Breakfast
8:15 – 8:30	MPRC President’s Welcome & Opening Remarks
8:30 – 9:15	Felicia Knight – Cornerstones to Your Career Path
9:30 – 10:15	Media Panel – Adaptation in Journalism
10:30 – 11:15	Michael Smart – The Realist’s Guide to AI and Communications
11:15 – 12:00	Mark McClellan, APR, Fellow PRSA – AI Ethics and Public Relations

12:00 – 1:00

Lunch, Networking, Roundtable Topics

1:00 – 1:45	Gen-Z and Millenials Panel
1:45 – 2:00	MPRC Annual Meeting, Closing Remarks and Raffle
2:00	Conference Ends