Benefits of Membership
MarCom assists members to perform at their best by providing the following benefits:
- Monthly Meetings. Meetings feature presentations by local, regional and national experts on a variety of profession-related topics ranging from effective media relations and community relations tactics to crisis communication planning and advertising strategies that get results.
- MarCom's monthly meetings are a great place to network with like-minded professionals.
- Meetings are usually held on the first Friday of every month except July, August and January.
- Guests are always welcome.
- Individuals interested in learning more about MarCom are encouraged to attend any time.
- Student Internships. MarCom members can apply for student interns who are screened and paid by MarCom. Click here for more information.
- Resources of Membership. With around 100 members and dozens of different lines of businesses represented, MarCom members offer a wealth of information at your fingertips.
- Members can seek out networking and outreach opportunities with one another for guidance on projects or profession-related challenges.
- Valuable one-to-one counsel not only builds professional knowledge, but also many times leads to long-lasting professional relationships.
- MarCom Website. As a MarCom member you have access to the website and members-only information.
- Members-only pages give you access to job bank information, featured companies, news articles about PR/Communications, newsletters, and career information in the area.
- The site is always fresh, interesting and valuable for members and non-members alike.
- Career Opportunities. Do you have an available position?
- Spark Awards. Getting the recognition you deserve for your work is important. As a member of MarCom you will receive advance notice of the annual Spark Awards and discounted entry fees.
- See the Spark Awards page.
- See the Spark Awards page.
- Summer Social. While MarCom takes a hiatus in July and August from its monthly meetings, the organization offers a mid-summer evening social with the opportunity for more casual networking and socializing.
- The cost of the Summer Social is included in MarCom member dues. An annual announcement is made prior to the event through this website and the e-newsletter system.