LET'S TALK ABOUT THE RETREAT

Join us for an exciting day of learning for your public relations agency, side hustle, job, or passion for public relations, and benefit in any of these ways! During the first retreat in our brand-new 'Strictly Business' series, we are going to go more in-depth into the areas that our Women in PR community is most concerned about. Prepare yourself for thought-provoking conversations, private mentor sessions with industry professionals, exclusive PR experiences, and bookable  VIP 1:1s with consultants whose advice would ordinarily cost more than your entire skincare routine. Discover the latest trends in the industry, obtain actionable strategies to establish or expand your business, and acquire mindful practices for professional development, all while interacting in person with the incredible Women In PR community.


Location

 21c Museum Hotel Chicago

21c Museum Hotel Chicago is the intersection of comfort, culture, and curation. A hotel where inspiration is around every corner—dine, entertain, and recharge while surrounded by world-class art. Come experience the extraordinary.

Your journey begins at 21c Chicago.

Travel + Leisure: 

World's Best Hotel 2023

Host Hotel WIPR Room Rate: $149 per night. To book, email [email protected]

The Agenda

October 26th


Thursday6 PM-9 PM

Welcome To Chicago cocktail reception. Register and network over cocktails a bites.


October 27th


Breakfast8 AM

Fuel up with breakfast and coffee, and get ready for a jam-packed day ahead. Opening keynote from WIPR Co-founder Anje Collins.


Session One9 AM

It's About The Systems-If you want to be a good publicist, you need to be extremely organized. You will gain an understanding of why you require systems as well as how to use them during this workshop. Speaker Tiffany Joy Murchison


Session Two10 AM

Securing the Bag—How to Fund Your Biz and Keep Cash Flowing- In this discussion, you will learn about available funding sources and methods for maintaining a steady financial flow. -Speaker Anje Collins


Session Three11 AM

The Role of Brand Partnerships: During this session, you will gain an understanding of how to utilize brand partnerships not just for your agency but also for the benefit of your clients.- Speaker Tikayah Overstreet


Lunch12 PM

Participate in a genius legal roundtable discussion about protecting yourself and your business while refueling with a delicious lunch. The discussion will focus on contracts.- Speaker Attorney Robin Pearson Esq


Session Four1 PM

Time Money Value-Use your time effectively. Anyone who needs to make long-term financial decisions should familiarize themselves with the time value of money concept. The steps to working smarter, not harder, for financial gain in your agency will be outlined by franchise expert , Speaker- Brian Pearson


Session Five2 PM

The AI-Assisted Mindset-Join us as we learn insights into the latest advancements in Generative AI technology and how it is reshaping the public relations landscape, the work we do and how we do it.- Speaker Anje Collins


Session Six3 PM

The Changing Media Landscape, media panel discussion- In the modern age of media, we will be discussing the concept of "pay to play" as well as the things that the media is hoping to receive from us.- Moderator- Humbert Luna Panelists TBA


Session Seven4 PM

Do I really know my f*king worth?- In this session you learn what and how to charge client to get paid your worth.- Speaker TBA


Closing Remarks4:45 PM

The Takeaway- It's the end of the day closing remarks and take aways- Speaker Shakeema Bouyer


VIP Dinner6 PM

Women In PR will be hosting a VIP dinner a a popoular Chicago resturant. Join us at a private location for cocktails and dinner.-Location TBD


PR, PJ's and snacks9:30 PM

This event, which has the theme of a slumber party, encourages women to ditch their high heels and business attire in favor of a night filled with throwback jams, collaborative icebreakers, branded activations, and public relations dialogues.




Register

  • This ticket includes the following:
    Welcome to Chicago networking cocktail reception on 10/26
    The retreat sessions only 10/27

  • This ticket includes the following:
    Welcome to Chicago networking cocktail reception on 10/26
    The retreat sessions only 10/27

  • This registration includes:
    10/26
    Welcome to Chicago cocktail reception
    10/27
    Retreat Sessions
    Breakfast, lunch, drinks, and snacks
    Headshots
    Business Audit
    Gift bag from partners and friends valued at over $400
    VIP Dinner
    Mentoring Slumber Party

  • This registration includes:
    10/26
    Welcome to Chicago cocktail reception
    10/27
    Retreat Sessions
    Breakfast, lunch, drinks, and snacks
    Headshots
    Business Audit
    Gift bag from partners and friends valued at over $400
    VIP Dinner
    Mentoring Slumber Party

  • This registration includes:
    10/26
    Welcome to Chicago cocktail reception
    10/27
    2 night -stay king room accomodations
    Retreat Sessions
    Breakfast, lunch, drinks, and snacks
    Headshots
    Business Audit
    Gift bag from partners and friends valued at over $400
    VIP Dinner
    Mentoring Slumber Party

  • This registration includes:
    10/26
    Welcome to Chicago cocktail reception
    10/27
    2 night -stay king room accomodations
    Retreat Sessions
    Breakfast, lunch, drinks, and snacks
    Headshots
    Business Audit
    Gift bag from partners and friends valued at over $400
    VIP Dinner
    Mentoring Slumber Party


BOOK A BOSS


DROPPING SOONVIP Premium Registrants Only

Once you’ve purchased your ticket, schedule your 1:1 session. Select from a variety of experts to get personalized advice on your business needs.
(1:1s are available to book on a first-come, first-served basis. Sessions are limited to 1 per person.)



SPEAKERS (More TBA)

Anje Collins Co Founder Women In PR

Speaker- Anje is the co-founder of Women In PR.36 year veteran entertainment publicist and co-founder of Women In PR. Anje has worked with Outkast, Linkin Park, Steve Madden and more.


Tikiyah Overstreet Founder PR Girl 911

Speaker-Tikiyah has been dominating the Public Relations world for over 13 years and specializes in consumer publicity with a passion for American cultural brands – in particular, authors, beauty, lifestyle, fashion, food and beverage, and cannabis. She has worked in the radio and TV industry and has utilized those relationships to secure press worldwide for past and present clientele. Tikiyah has also collaborated with award-winning PR agencies around the globe. Brand partnerships include Hollywood elites such as Eva Longoria, Teyana Taylor, Cher, and more. She is passionate about securing quality coverage and has secured press hits in Forbes, Essence, LA Times, Vogue, Bloomberg, Ebony, Yahoo!, and New York Post (to name a few).


Connie Chi CEO The Chi Group

Speaker-Founder of The Chi Group, an award-winning PR agency working with brands and inspirational talents in television. Chi has been featured in Business Insider, Glassdoor, US News World Report, Readers Digest, Yahoo Finance, Herald Tribune, Thrive Global, American Marketing Association, and many more media outlets.


Humber Luna Co- Founder Neu Altitude

Moderator- A seasoned public relations and marketing consultant specializing in creative media strategy for various lifestyle and entertainment business clients/talent. Before co-founding Neu Altitude in 2021, Luna served as a national publicist at revered entertainment PR firm Biz 3 Publicity. He spearheaded and managed national publicity strategy and campaigns for superstars and indie darlings such as Megan Thee Stallion, Jessie Reyez, Pabllo Vittar, and more.

He has worked with artists in multiple genres, most notably burgeoning acts in R&B/Hip-Hop, pop, electronic, and indie spaces. His penchant for publicity has led to a wealth of experience spanning the fashion, tech, lifestyle, and hospitality worlds.


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