Join the Public Relations Association of Louisiana’s Northwest Chapter for an insightful luncheon focused on the first component of the RPIE method: Research. Titled "From Data to Decisions: Research in Public Relations," this event will feature speaker Dr. Heather Carpenter, the Executive Director of the Institute for Nonprofit Administration and Research at LSUS.
Dr. Carpenter will delve into the critical role of research in shaping effective public relations strategies. Attendees will gain valuable insights into how data drives decision-making and enhances communication efforts within both the nonprofit and for profit sectors. This engaging session aims to equip PR professionals with the tools needed to leverage research for impactful outcomes.
Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (networking & lunch) 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (program & lunch)
Location: The Petroleum Club of Shreveport, 416 Travis Street, 15th Floor, Shreveport, LA 71101
Cost: $30.00 for PRAL members / $35.00 for future members (lunch included)
More about the speaker:
Dr. Heather Carpenter is a nationally recognized nonprofit professor, researcher, consultant, and trainer with over 20 years of leadership experience and a decade directing academic nonprofit programs. She serves as Executive Director of the Institute for Nonprofit Administration and Research at LSU Shreveport, which advances nonprofit impact through academics, professional development, and research. A published scholar and former co-editor of the Journal of Nonprofit Education and Leadership, Dr. Carpenter was named a Top 50 Nonprofit Leader by The Nonprofit Times in 2022. She is a lifetime Girl Scout, active in Rotary, a Volunteer Louisiana Commissioner, and holds a Ph.D. in Leadership Studies from the University of San Diego.
We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP by to secure your spot.
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