The FPRA Gainesville Chapter will present three special awards at the Image Awards ceremony on April 27: Member of the Year Award, John S. Detweiler, Ed.D., APR, CPRC Professional of the Year Award and Rising Star of the Year Award. Please take a few moments to nominate three deserving individuals for their accomplishments. The nomination deadline is Wednesday, April 5.
Member of the Year: Given to an active FPRA member whose commitment of time, energy, enthusiasm and skill contributed significantly to the success of Gainesville Chapter above and beyond typical expectations. Criteria for the award include:
- Professional member of the Gainesville Chapter of FPRA
- Participating in most of the chapter functions during the year
- Giving extraordinary time and energy to one or more projects, tasks or programs during the year
- Displaying a professional attitude, showing support for the chapter and its members, and generally setting an example for others to follow
Professional of the Year: The John S. Detweiler, Ed.D., APR, CPRC Professional of the Year Award is given to an individual who demonstrates the highest standards of ethics, performance and service to the public relations profession. This award is also designed to recognize outstanding contributions to the Gainesville Chapter. The award honors the spirit and dedication of John S. Detweiler, Ed.D., APR, CPRC. FPRA membership is not required for the Professional of the Year award.
Rising Leader of the Year: Given to an up-and-coming FPRA member who has demonstrated emerging leadership traits along with dedicated, active involvement in chapter activities throughout the year. Criteria for the award include:
- Five years or less of FPRA professional membership
- Actively participating in a majority of chapter functions during the year
- Giving extraordinary time and energy to leading projects, tasks or programs
- Displaying a professional attitude, showing support for the chapter and its members, and generally setting an example for others to follow
View a list of past award winners
For more information, contact Immediate Past President Kevin Coulson, APR.