Monthly Meetings

Zoom Chat! “How to Turn Your Local Stories Into National News – Dec 16

GCPRC - Dec 15 2025

Please RSVP via email to gary@pr-bs.net and the connection link will be emailed to you on December 15.

GCPRC, South Florida’s largest independent organization of public relations and marketing professionals, will elect its 2026 Officers and Board of Directors at this Zoom meeting. Here is the recommended slate for your consideration:

  • Co-Presidents – Sandy Collier, Hey Sandy! PR & Melissa Perlman, Blue Ivy Communications
  • Treasurer – Michael Turnbell, Food For The Poor
  • Secretary & Co-Founder – Gary Schweikhart, PR-BS
  • Immediate Past President – Angela Cruz Ledford, Discover The Palm Beaches

GCPRC Board Members

  • David DiPino, Digital PR, Infinity Sales Group
  • Tori Easterling, Realtor
  • Mark Kattoura                                  
  • Ed Katz, Katnip Marketing
  • Celina Klee, CrK Communications                           
  • Suzi McCreery, Keiser University
  • Rich Pollack, Pollack Communications
  • Pilar Portela, Portela PR                         

Pitch Perfect: Editorial Insights & Influencer Secrets – Nov 18

GCPRC - Nov Event

Get ready for a dynamic Gold Coast PR Council event featuring two powerhouse voices in local media: Pedro Penalver, editor of WPB Magazine, and Claudia Caminero, local influencer and the summer cover model of the magazine. Pedro will share insider tips on how to pitch story ideas that resonate with editorial teams and offer a behind-the-scenes look at what WPB Magazine typically covers. Claudia will reveal what makes a pitch stand out, or flop, from an influencer’s perspective, with real-world examples of common mistakes and winning approaches. This is your chance to sharpen your pitching skills and connect with two influential voices in West Palm Beach media!

Please RSVP via email to gary@pr-bs.net

Back to School & High Society Media Speakers – August 19

RSVP Via Email: gary@pr-bs.net

Who’s Who

Felonice Merriman – As the voice behind PB Parenting Magazine, Felonice brings deep insight into what resonates with family-focused audiences. Discover how to craft pitches that grabs the attention of engaged local parents.

Lauren Ashley Smith – Editor of brand-new local magazine The PocketBook and curator of the stylish Instagram account @palmbeachfancy. The mag’s brands focus on local businesses that are new, fresh, inviting and approachable in Palm Beach County, highlighting the tasteful growth the area has seen. They’re aiming less for gloss, more for grit and grace and people. Learn how to align your brand with the trends that captivate Palm Beach’s most discerning readers.

Nicole Irving – As the editor of both Giggle Magazine and Wellness 360 Magazine, Nicole knows how to balance wellness, parenting, and community storytelling. Hear what makes a pitch stand out in today’s child-focused and health-conscious media landscape.

RSVP Via Email: gary@pr-bs.net

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