Philadelphia Public Relations Association celebrates its 75th Anniversary
1. Philadelphia Public Relations Association 75th Anniversary Jubilee celebration took place on Thursday, January 16, 2020 at the
Bellevue Hotel where the PPRA began. Since 1945, PPRA has engaged with Philadelphia decision makers, advocating on issues impacting the profession, and celebrating the influencers and ideas that make the region great. They look forward to continuing this legacy and staying true to their roots while embracing this ever-changing industry. Guests mingled with friends and fellow members, made new connections with media and invited prospective members to be introduced to the welcoming community of PPRA. Justin Pizzi of Visit Philadelphia, Deputy Philadelphia City Representative Margaret Hughes, Philadephia City Representative Sheila Hess and the Ritz- Carlton Hotel public relations manager Jimmy Contreras paused for a photo at the event.

2. Cari Feiler Bender chatted with PPRA President Deirdre Hopkins.
3. Gina Rubel, LisetteĀ Bralow and Caitlan McCafferty.

&. Jaimi Blackburn and Jennifer Robinson shared a moment with the Phillie Phanatic.

5. Jeff Jubelirer and Carole Felton Shore.

6. Hope Horowitz, Monica CryAn and Sharla Feldscher.

7, Former Philadelphia Mayor Governor Ed Rendell addressed the assembled crowd.

8. Joseph Scott McCardle, Cecile Tynan of 6ABC and Suzanne Aumack

9. Sheila Hess and Cecilty Tynan. Both Sheila and Cecily spoke at the event.