PRSA New Pros
The New Professionals Group, known as "New Pros" is designed for professionals in the public relations industry with less than five years experience. We also welcome individuals from related fields and anyone trying to break into the public relations field.
PRSA "New Pros" helps members learn how to excel in their public relations careers by offering opportunities to connect with professional colleagues and industry peers through networking events, educational programs and social activities.
As a group within the San Diego chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), "New Pros" also promotes mentoring and interaction with members of PRSA, who are often the leading professionals in the local marketing and communications industry.
PRSA "New Pros" meet once a month, alternating between educational and social events. Past educational events have included tips on networking and job searches, a workshop on media relations, and a panel discussion on the differences between working in-house or for an agency.
In the San Diego public relations industry, who you know is often very important. New Pros events are instrumental in meeting professional colleagues who you will encounter throughout the rest of your career.
To learn about the PRSA New Pros Mentor Program , visit the Mentor Program page.
To learn about upcoming New Pros events, visit the events page on www.prsasandiego.org/events
For more information on New Pros, contact Vanessa Bronte at vanessa@mcraeagency.com or 619-291-1234.
New Pros Committee Members – 2008
Vanessa Bronte, Communications Chair
Account Associate
The McRae Agency
619-291-1234
vanessa@mcraeagency.com
Amy Cline, Events Chair
Account Coordinator
LEWIS PR
703-801-3265
amyc@lewispr.com
Greg Kershaw, New Pros Liaison
Account Coordinator
Nuffer, Smith, Tucker, Inc.
619-296-0605 ext. 226
gk@nstpr.com
Chelsey Nakao, Treasurer
Public Relations Coordinator
Sharp HealthCare
858-499-4658
chelsey.nakao@sharp.com
Kim Richards, Mentor Program Co-chair
Senior Account Executive
Porter Novelli Life Sciences
619-849-5377
kim.richards@porternovelli.com
Jessica Young, Mentor Program Co-chair
Account Coordinator
Katz & Associates, Inc.
858-926-4013
jyoung@katzandassociates.com
Tricia Whittemore, Board Liaison
Senior Account Executive
Porter Novelli
619-687-7018
tricia.whittemore@porternovelli.com
