Mar 5, 2019 | Professional Development
A Conversation with Cross-Cultural Communication Expert Sophie Lechner As WWPR members may remember from my last column, “Communicating Across Cultures: Bridging the Gap Between French and American Communication Styles,” I moved to Paris from Washington, D.C. in...Feb 15, 2019 | Membership, Professional Development
The Edelman IP & Insights event exceeded my expectations and I know everyone that came learned something about company branding, diversity and inclusion, and the overall culture of Edelman. The event kicked off with Ryan Zimmerman, DC Public Affairs, and Lisa...Feb 7, 2019 | Membership, Professional Development
Being a member of WWPR is one of the most rewarding things I’ve done professionally and personally since I moved to D.C. (over four years ago!) and I’m even more excited than ever this year. Here’s why: Rise and Shine Events. This year, I’m saying “no” to the snooze...Dec 23, 2018 | Membership, News & Updates, PR in Politics, Professional Development
It seems growth in the U.S. PR industry has slowed in the last two years. Worse, profitability appears to be declining as well, according to the Gould + Partners 2016 benchmarking survey. PR is a tough business and many external factors have an impact on that line...Dec 21, 2018 | Awards, Events, Membership, News & Updates, Pro Bono Client, Professional Development
Thank you to each and every one of our members who made this year such a resounding success. Whether you attended one of our professional development events, applied for one of our signature awards, served on a committee, or volunteered with our pro bono client...Oct 26, 2018 | Membership, News & Updates, Professional Development
“The Strauss Media Strategies team is very proud to once again be a highest-tier platinum sponsor of WWPR and we’re honored to have been a sponsor and affiliated with WWPR for more than a decade. The firm is committed to supporting WWPR in its goals of empowering...