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2026 OctoPRfest, PRSA Iowa's Strategic Communications Conference
October 01, 2026
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sammons Financial, Inc.
8300 Mill Civic Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50266
The Can't Miss Event for Public Relations, Marketing & Communications Professionals
Friday FYI: Tips to Ensure Stakeholders Seek Your Ethical Counsel
September 11, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Virtual Webinar
In today’s environment, communications professionals are increasingly expected to navigate complex stakeholder expectations, reputation risks, and rapidly evolving conversations around sustainability, social impact, and corporate responsibility. This sess
PRSA Quarterly Luncheon: AI and Search: Impacts and Evolving Strategies
August 13, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
909 Robert D. Ray Drive
Des Moines, IA 50309
Search is evolving from a list of links into a real-time conversation. As audiences swap Google for AI chatbots and social discovery, the "old school" keyword strategy is no longer enough to keep brands visible. For PR professionals, this shift requires
Joint PRSA Iowa and AMA Iowa Member Social
July 09, 2026
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Paws & Pints
6218 Willowmere Dr.
Des Moines, IA 50321
Join PRSA Iowa and AMA Iowa for a fun evening of networking, conversation, and community at Paws & Pints! Whether you’re hoping to grow your network or reconnect with industry peers, this joint social event is the perfect opportunity to connect.
PRSA Quarterly Luncheon: 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer
May 13, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
909 Robert D. Ray Drive
Des Moines, IA 50309
The 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer reveals a world retreating towards insularity. As economic anxiety, geopolitical tension, and technological disruption intensify, people are narrowing their world to smaller, familiar circles that reflect their views, and
PRIME Award Ceremony
April 23, 2026
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Valley Community Center
4444 Fuller Road
West Des Moines, IA 50265
We’re excited to celebrate our 2025 PRIME Award winners! Join us for an evening of networking, recognition, and insights as we highlight the campaigns and strategies that drove success for our chapter members this year. Light appetizers will be provided.
Friday FYI: What “Being Real” Means for Brands on Social Media
April 03, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Virtual Webinar
Authenticity has been a buzzword in social media for nearly a decade, but brands still struggle to grasp what authenticity looks like from an audience perspective. During this talk, Dr. Ryan Stoldt (Drake University) will examine how broader changes in so
PR Power Hour: A Collaborative Luncheon
March 05, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
909 Robert D. Ray Drive
Des Moines, IA 50309
From crisis communications and AI to internal communications, strategy, and beyond, this luncheon is a chance to learn from one another.
PRSA Volunteer Opportunity - YMCA Supportive Housing Campus
February 19, 2026
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
YMCA Supportive Housing Campus
2 SW 9th ST.
Des Moines, IA
https://www.dmymca.org/
Spend an evening giving back with fellow PRSA members and industry friends! Join PRSA Iowa for a hands-on volunteer night at the YMCA Supportive Housing Campus.
APR Online Prep Course
January 31, 2026 8:00 AM to March 07, 2026 8:00 AM
Virtual Webinar
This 6-week course, presented by accredited PRSA Iowa members, is intended to guide prospective candidates through the process to becoming Accredited in Public Relations.
Friday FYI: Chart Your PR Career Path for 2026
January 09, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Virtual Webinar
Join Monique Farmer, APR, president of Avant Solutions, author of Chart Your Path, and 2025 OctoPRfest speaker to learn more about how you can chart your career path in the new year. Monique will provide real-world guidance and actionable insights for PR
