ECPRO Lunch and Learn: Accreditation in Public Relations

Join Emerald Coast Public Relations Organization (ECPRO) on April 14, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce for an engaging Lunch & Learn titled Accreditation in Public Relations: Learn from Those Who’ve Earned It. Special guest speaker Susan Poole, APR, Corporate Marketing and Public Relations Director for The Westervelt Company in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, will share her journey to earning the prestigious APR credential. Susan will offer practical insights into the Accreditation process, explain how the APR can elevate your strategic communication skills, and discuss how it has enhanced her career and leadership in the field. Whether you’re actively considering Accreditation or simply curious about what it takes, this informative and encouraging session will give you a firsthand look at the value of the APR and the steps to achieve it. Connect with fellow communications professionals and leave inspired to take the next step in your PR career. Tickets must be purchased in advance by April 8, 2026, 11:55 p.m.