The Florida Public Relations Education Foundation (FPREF) is lead by a volunteer Board of Directors comprised of public relations and communications professionals throughout the state of Florida. Each Board member serves a three-year term.
The following are standing and ad hoc committees:
Finance
Chaired by the Treasurer, this committee is responsible for budgeting and financial oversight of the Foundation.
Development/Fundraising
Plans and executes the Foundation’s annual fundraising campaign, “Show a Colleague Some Love.”
Student Scholarships
Reviews scholarship applications and awards scholarships annually.
Governance
Recommends changes to bylaws and policies and procedures for approval by the Board.
Board Development
Identifies potential Board members to ensure Board stability and continuity of leadership.
2024-2025 Foundation Board
Officers
Chair: Devon Chestnut, APR, CPRC
Vice Chair: Jay Wilson, APR, CPRC
Treasurer: Kathleen Giery, APR, CPRC
Secretary: Kacie Escobar, MBA, APR
Directors
Amy Azoulay, APR (Valentine's Campaign Chair)
Wendy Crites Wacker, APR, CPRC
Julie Frey, APR, CPRC
Lanette Hart, APR, CPRC
Jennifer Hemmerdinger
Lindsay Hudock, APR, CPRC
Sarah Kelliher
Darlene Montano