Susan Hardy Brooks, APRSusan's presentations are based on 28 years of experience in public relations, marketing and strategic communications. She has provided counsel to school districts, technology centers, state education agencies, education associations, community colleges, universities and a variety of private sector businesses. She's seen it all and survived to talk about it. Susan has conducted communications audits for NSPRA in the US and Canada since 1994, and currently provides communications counsel for the Oklahoma State School Boards Association and the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce. Susan customizes her presentations to meet the needs of any audience, including administrators, board members, business leaders, teachers and support staff. Sample topics include:
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Gay Campbell, APRKnown for her lively, interactive presentations, Gay offers expertise in marketing; strategic, targeted communications; superintendent survival; and winning difficult finance elections. Author of the original "Win at the Polls" and co-author of the latest update of that book, Gay teaches research-based strategies for winning the hearts, minds and financial support of communities. Reactions to her presentations, from keynote addresses to all-day workshops, have been standing ovations and invitations for repeat performances. Contact Information:
Nora Carr, APR, Fellow PRSAWith 25+ years in private-sector and school public relations and marketing, Nora is a sought-after speaker and consultant. A columnist with eSchool News and a contributing editor for the American School Board Journal, Nora helps school leaders use business techniques like brand marketing, proactive public relations and electronic communications to tell their stories and promote public education. Sample topics:
For more information on how Nora can help you with your communication needs, email her at carrn@gcsnc.com. Contact Information:
Marsha Chappelow, Ph.D.Marsha has over 30 years of k-12 education experience from a classroom teacher to building and district administrative positions including superintendent. The majority of that experience is in Communications, but also includes the Curriculum, HR, and Business areas. She has served as NSPRA's President and speaks to a variety of k-12 audiences. Marsha brings her own perspective and sense of humor to communication topics and issues in k-12 systems in keynotes, short presentations, or workshops. Topics for presentations include:
To discuss your specific topics and needs in communications for your audience, contact Marsha at mchappelow@ladue.k12.mo.us. Contact Information: Marsha Chappelow, Ph.D.
Riney JordanWith 30 years experience in the public school systems and 12 years as a motivational speaker and workshop presenter, Riney Jordan has been called "one of the best speakers in the country." As a former teacher, principal and school PR Director, he will both entertain and motivate your audience.
Contact Information: Riney Jordan
Rick J. Kaufman, APRA 18-year veteran of school communications and public relations, Rick is the Executive Director of Community Relations for Bloomington (Minn.) Public Schools. He formerly served this same role for Colorado's largest public school system, where he led the Crisis Response Team to the Columbine High School tragedy in April 1999. Rick is a nationally respected consultant on Crisis Management and Communications, Media Relations, Community Engagement, Communication Planning, and Tax Levy/Referendum Campaigns. He has provided media relations and crisis management counsel and training to the U.S. Bureau of Prisons for the Timothy McVeigh execution; the New York Education Commission and New York City Schools following the terrorist attacks in September, 2001; the U.S. Department of Education, FEMA, the Los Angeles Office of the FBI, the Wisconsin Health and Hospital Association, and numerous universities and state emergency management agencies. Contact Information: Rick J. Kaufman, APR
Steve KnaggSteve Knagg has made over 1,000 presentations across 27 states and Canada. His specialty is keynote presentations to educators on the following topics:
Steve also has several workshops to offer, including:
Knagg worked in the Communications Department of the Garland (Texas) ISD for 30 years before retiring to start his own company, Pinetop Presentations in 2007. Contact Information: Steve Knagg Gary Marx, APR, CAEGary Marx, founder and president of the Center for Public Outreach in Vienna, Virginia, has done energizing and idea rich keynotes, distinguished lectures, and interactive workshops in all fifty U.S. states and on six continents. He has visited 74 countries. Topics include:
In addition to speaking, Marx provides counsel on future-oriented leadership, communication, education, community, and democracy. His most recent best-selling books include Sixteen Trends...Their Profound Impact on Our Future, published by the Educational Research Service, and Future-Focused Leadership...Preparing Schools, Students, and Communities for Tomorrow's Realities. Gary Marx has served education and other organizations at all levels, from local to international. He is a veteran former senior executive for the American Association of School Administrators. "We need to understand the political, economic, social, technological, demographic, environmental, and other forces impacting our society if we hope to prepare our students and our organizations for a fast-changing world," Marx says. "Staying in touch and constantly creating a future is a distinguishing mark of outstanding educators and all other leaders in society." Contact Information: Gary Marx, APR, CAE
Edward H. Moore, APREd Moore is an associate professor of public relations at Rowan University and he coordinates Rowan's M.A. program in P.R. He has taught public relations for more than 20 years. Moore started his career as a school PR administrator and has served 25 years as a communications executive and counselor, as well as a journalist and educator. He's worked with a wide variety of educational, corporate and non-profit organizations in the U.S., Canada, Europe and Asia. Moore has written and presented extensively on communication issues. He served six years as Managing Editor of Communication Briefings, a communication-management newsletter serving more than 50,000 subscribers worldwide. He is a co-author of the Allyn Bacon text The School and Community Relations and author of the NSPRA books Mastering E-Newsletters and The School PR Research Primer. His book, School PR for Student Success, is published by Corwin Press. Sample topics:
For more information on how Ed can help you with your communication needs, email him at mooreeh@gmail.com. Contact Information: Edward H. Moore, APR
Bob Noyed, APRSupported by 23 years of experience in school public relations, Bob Noyed, APR, provides presentations on the following topics:
Bob is currently the director of communication for Wayzata Public Schools near Minneapolis, Minnesota, and regularly presents at state and national conferences. Contact Information: Bob Noyed, APR
Brian Woodland, APRNSPRA attendees say "Everyone should attend something Woodland presents. His sessions are informative and entertaining." Brian Woodland’s 20 years in educational communications give him unique insight into the challenges and issues of education today. Brian is director of communications for the Peel District School Board, one of Canada’s largest and most public school systems. Brian is a frequent presenter to groups across North America, including school districts and state and national organizations. All sessions are customized to the audience but the most popular include:
Contact Information: Brian Woodland, APR
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