Pro Advice To Get Into Public Relations

Learn valuable insights from seasoned public relations professionals on how to make your mark in the industry. Discover essential topics such as:

• Importance of Internships
• How to Embrace AI
• Skills Needed to be Marketabale
• Building Networks and Mentors
• Power of Personal Branding

Students will have a chance to earn FREE PRSA student memberships, HEB gift cards and more!

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Speakers: 

Shelby Janne
Chief Communications Officer at Zilker Media Shelby Janner, Zilker Media's Chief Publicity Officer, brings over a decade of expertise as an Austin-based, award-winning earned media practitioner. Known for consistently securing top-tier media placements, Shelby's substantial connections within the consumer and B2B journalist communities have positioned her as a pivotal force in the industry.

Nico Ramsey
Account Supervisor at ECPR Texas Nico Ramsey is a formidable force in public relations, serving as an account supervisor at ECPR Texas. With an impressive client roster that includes Google, the Texas Restaurant Association, the Downtown Austin Alliance, and Travis County ESD No. 2, Nico brings over a decade of experience in both public and community relations. In 2023, he was named to the prestigious Forbes Under 30 list for his professional achievements that have benefited the Central Texas region and beyond. 

Melissa Vela-Williamson, APR, PRSA College of Fellows
Comms Architect/Founder, MVW Communications
Vela-Williamson, APR, is an internationally recognized and accredited public relations strategist, author, and national columnist with two decades of general market and multicultural integrated marketing communications experience in agency, corporate, and nonprofit settings. She is also a certified diversity professional who integrates PR and DEI principles.