Saturday, 15 August 2015

Getting the Best out of Your PR Agency

Chandigarh Chapter of PRCI organised an interactive session on 9th August at Chandigarh Press Club on “What do corporates look for when selecting a PR Agency’ 

The panelists included Mr. Priya Ranjan Vaid, Head, Public Relations, Internal Communication and CSR, Bharti Airtel Ltd, and Ms. Ritu Nag, Head, Media and Communications, Max Hospital, Mohali. 

The session was moderated by Chapter Chair Mr. Aneesh Bhanot while Vice President North Ms. Renuka Salwan talked about the latest initiatives of PRCI.

The panelists and participating professionals discussed the pros and cons of hiring a large, national or a boutique agency. 

Mr. Priya Ranjan Vaid and Ms Ritu Nag then explained criteria and focus areas a corporate should look for when hiring a PR Agency, besides discussing the appropriate time an organisation should opt for an external PR agency. 

According to Mr. Aneesh Bhanot, Chairman, PRCI Chandigarh Chapter,  “the session was highly informative and helped upgrade the knowledge and skills of the PR fraternity. It would help the PR industry to grow and develop further in the region in a structured, and professional manner.”

Friday, 7 August 2015

Digital Now. What Next?


The National Council of Public Relations Council of India has finalised the theme for the 10th Global PR Conclave, "Digital Now: What Next?"

Kolkata Chapter is hosting the Conclave in the third week of January 2016.  

So get ready to be there in large number. 

Please register your intent to participate so that we can confirm to the organisers. 

Thursday, 6 August 2015

What do Corporate look for when hiring a PR Agency?

Register now to find out from the Experts


August 8, 2015; 5 pm; Chandigarh Press Club

Chandigarh Chapter of Public Relations Council of India is organising a Panel Discussion which will be especially helpful to PR professionals who are looking at adding new clients to their roster or retaining existing clients. It would also be of immense value to corporates who already have PR agencies on board or are looking at retaining a Agency in the near future. Start-ups will also benefit as they will be able to understand the merits of hiring a PR Agency and what should they look for in their agency of choice.

Expert Corporate Communication specialists include : 
Mr. Priya Ranjan of Airtel,
Ms. Megha Sandhu of Fortis and
Ms. Ritu Nag of Max Hospital.

The event will be held on: 
Saturday, August 8, 2015 at 5 pm
Venue: Chandigarh Press Club, Sector 27, Chandigarh

Registration:  Due to limited space, prior Registration is necessary and can be done by sending a mail giving details of the delegates attending the Panel Discussion to amit@icatchers.co.in

Registration Fee: The Panel Discussion is free for PRCI members and Rs.150 per head for non-members (Rs.100 for students). The Registration fee can be paid at the venue itself.  Kindly nominate members from your organization for the session

We look forward to your registration and seeing you there.

Amit Roy, 
Hon. Secretary
Public Relations Council of India, Chandigarh Chapter
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