PRSA Employee Communications Connect25 Conference
April 28 - 30, 2025 | St. Louis, Missouri
Connect25
Connect25
Presented by the PRSA Employee Communications Section, the annual conference brings together PR professionals to address the evolving changes in the public relations landscape.
In today's ever-evolving workplace, communicators are no longer only message deliverers—they are architects of culture, catalysts for change, and internal influencers who shape organizational success. The purpose of this conference is to help communications professionals take their impact to the next level.
The 2025 conference will be particularly relevant to the nation’s communicators with the opportunity to gather, reconnect, and seek timely strategies, resources, and diverse perspectives to thrive and excel in the industry.
Join us!
Take advantage of our Early Saver Rate.
The following speakers have been announced:
- Mike Klein
Communication Strategist and Consultant Founder, #WeLeadComms / Editor, Strategic - Joanna Parsons
Founder and Director of The Curious Route - Adam Pearson
Director, Department of Human Services, City of St. Louis - Alyx Hilshey
Corporate Entertainer and Sleight-of-hand Expert
Schedule at a Glance
Schedule at a Glance
Monday, April 28
Welcome & Networking
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Registration
1-4:30 p.m.
Pre-conference Workshops
5:30-7 p.m.
Welcome Reception
Featuring Alyx Hilshey
Tuesday, April 29
Let's Get It Started
8 a.m.
Welcome Breakfast
8:15-9 a.m.
Opening Keynote Address
The Curious Route to Becoming an Influencer: Joanna Parsons
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sponsor Exhibit Tables
9:30-11:45 a.m.
Breakout Sessions & Workshops
12:15-1 p.m.
Let’s Make Some Magic
Setting the stage for being an influencer: Alyx Hilshey
1:15-2 p.m.
Let’s Make It Work
It’s time to become a “silo-smasher”: Mike Klein
2:15-4 p.m.
Breakout Sessions & Workshops
4:15-5:30 p.m.
Let’s CONNECT
Day 1 closing activity
Wednesday, April 30
Let’s Continue the Energy
8 a.m.-noon
Sponsor Exhibit Tables
8-8:45 a.m.
Breakfast & Networking
9-9:45 a.m.
Day 2 Keynote Address
Connecting with Hard-to-Reach Audiences: Adam Pearson
10-11:45 a.m.
Breakout Sessions & Workshops
12-1:30 p.m.
Closing: Let’s Step into Action
Conference Agenda
Conference Agenda
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Registration Info
Registration Info
| Member Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Section | $1,395 |
| PRSA | $1,445 |
| Nonmember | $1,745 |
Take advantage of our Early Saver Rate.
Hotel Info
Hotel Information
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
315 Chestnut Street
St. Louis, Missouri 63102
Start your St. Louis getaway at our hotel overlooking the iconic Gateway Arch. Our downtown location offers easy access to Busch Stadium, Enterprise Center, and America’s Center Convention Complex. After a day of exploring, unwind in
contemporary rooms or spacious suites with views of the city and the Arch.
PRSA has reserved a special rate of $199 per night (room rates may vary per accommodations). Rooms are guaranteed on a first-come, first-served basis on or before April 6, 2025. You are responsible for arranging your own hotel accommodation.
Sponsors
Sponsors
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Jay Goldberg | Mike Runkle |