About

Come hear from an esteemed panel of past and present PRWeek Awards judges who will share insights and tips, gleaned from years of experience, on how you can craft an entry that will truly impress our arbiters. Attendees will be privy to exclusive insight into what PRWeek Awards jurors look for when scoring, as well as what impacts the decision-making process. We will also provide a deep dive into some of last year’s winning campaigns. All those intending to enter into the 2018 PRWeek Awards are highly encouraged to attend.

Date : Thursday, August 3, 2017
Time : 8:30am-11:00am
Venue : Convene, 810 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10019
Dress Code : Business casual

Tickets

Standard Registration:

Individual ticket - $55

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Agenda

August 3, 2017, at Convene, 810 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10019

8:30am-9:00am: Breakfast and registration
9:00am-9:15am: Opening remarks
9:15am-10:00am: Panel: Tips on Crafting a Winning Entry
10:00am-10:30am: Case Study 1: Small Agency of the Year
10:30am-11:00am: Case Study 2: Campaign of the Year Finalist
11:00am: Event Concludes

Speakers

Opening Remarks

• Colin McConnell, 2018 Jury Chair, SVP & Chief Brand Officer, Prudential Financial
  
  

Panel: Tips on Crafting a Winning Entry

• Julie Batliner, president, Carmichael Lynch Relate
• Paul Gennaro, SVP, chief communications officer, Voya Financial
• Ray Kerins, SVP, Head of Communications and Government Relations, Bayer
• Tina McCorkindale, president, IPR
• Bret Werner, president, MWWPR
  
  

Case Study 1: Small Agency of the Year

• Andy Pray, founder, Praytell
  
  

Case Study 2: Campaign of the Year Finalist, Pantene Dad-Do: Fostering the Next Generation of Strong Women

• Nicole Currie, managing director, Devries Global
  
  
  
  Questions? Please reach out to Lauren Hawker at lauren.hawker@haymarketmedia.com