PRSA Southeastern Wisconsin

Recent grads: stay connected to the PR network you built through PRSSA!

If you’ve been a PRSSA member within the last two years, you can join PRSA for just $73 in National dues plus $25 in Chapter dues for the year.

It’s a great way to keep learning, grow your professional network and stay involved in the communications community.

Learn more: https://www.prsa.org/membership/membership-types

Join local journalists, editors, and communications professionals for Meet the Media 2026 on Tuesday, October 27!

This informal networking event is a great opportunity to build relationships, hear what reporters are looking for, and strengthen collaboration between local media, businesses, and PR professionals.

The program includes a panel discussion, Q&A, and speed networking.

📅 Tuesday, October 27, 2026
🕣 8:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Waukesha County Business Alliance
2717 N Grandview Blvd, Suite 300, Waukesha

Cost: $30 PRSA members | $35 non-members | $20 students

Register here: https://prsawis.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=30&ts=1785792314

Make the most of your PRSA membership next week with two can’t-miss national webinars — both free for PRSA and PRSSA members.

On July 14, join Diverse Dialogues: Juneteenth: An Everyday Call to Action, a special program hosted by the PRSA Black Voices Affinity Group that will inspire meaningful conversation and reflection around Juneteenth and diversity and inclusion.
https://www.prsa.org/event/2026/07/14/default-calendar/diverse-dialogues-juneteenth-an-everyday-call-to-action-dvrs2605

On July 15, tune in for Expanding Your PR Playbook: Lessons From the World of Sports, a behind-the-scenes look at standout communications moments in athletics, shared by the professionals who lived them. https://www.prsa.org/event/2026/07/15/default-calendar/expanding-your-pr-playbook-lessons-from-the-world-of-sports-wbnr2611

Your membership gives you access to timely conversations, practical insights and professional development opportunities like these — so don’t miss out.

Register today, reserve your spot and take full advantage of this member benefit.

Thank you to everyone who joined us last week for our Summer Social! While the weather may not have been on our side, it certainly didn’t stop our members and guests from coming together to connect, network, and build new relationships.

We were thrilled to see such a great turnout and so many meaningful conversations throughout the evening. Events like these are a great reminder of the strength of our local PR and communications community.

Stay tuned for more event announcements in the months ahead. We have both exciting social gatherings and valuable professional development opportunities planned for later this year. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

Raise a glass to summer with PRSA SE WI at The Outsider on Wednesday, June 10th!

Join us from 4:30–7:30 p.m. for an evening of connection, conversation and amazing Milwaukee rooftop views with fellow PR and communications professionals from across southeastern Wisconsin.

Whether you come with colleagues or on your own, this summer social is a great chance to catch up with industry peers, grow your network and make new connections in a relaxed setting.

Your first drink is on us, thanks to our generous sponsors: Branigan, Core Creative, Mueller Communications, LLC and Interdependence PR. Best of all, this event is free to attend.
https://prsawis.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=28&ts=1777605301

See you there!

Still time to get your tickets for the PRSA Paragon Awards on Thursday, May 28th!

Join us for an evening of recognition, celebration, and connection at the 2026 PRSA Paragon Awards Banquet at Central Standard Drafthouse & Kitchen.

https://prsawis.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=29&ts=1777647526

This annual event honors some of the region’s most outstanding achievements in public relations — where every strategic pitch, compelling story, and creative campaign takes center stage.

We’re also excited to celebrate this year’s recipients of the chapter’s top honors, including the Paragon Awards, Communicator of the Year award, and Dorothy Thomas Black award.

Event details:
Thursday, May 28th
Central Standard Drafthouse & Kitchen
320 E Clybourn St. Milwaukee, WI

Evening schedule:
4:30 p.m. – Arrival and networking
5:00 p.m. – Awards program begins
6:00 p.m. – Buffet-style dinner served

Cash bar available until 7:30 p.m.

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the best in public relations with colleagues and peers from across Southeastern Wisconsin.