PR Newswire's Meet the Media Event: A Panel Discussion on the use of Social Media in PR

LONDON, November 15, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --

A host of public relations and communications professionals gathered at the Great John Street hotel in Manchester for PR Newswire's inaugural Meet the Media event in the north of England. The illustrious and respected panel of speakers featured Paul Gallagher, Head of online content at Manchester Evening News, Michael Pranikoff, Global Director of Emerging Media at PR Newswire and Jennifer O'Grady, Founder of Democracy PR.

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They all gave interesting informative presentations and real life case studies on the use of social media in PR, imparting useful tips and advice.

The evening event took place on the rooftop lounge and garden of the Great John Street hotel, overlooking Granada Studios with a view into the Coronation Street set. Upon arrival, guests were welcomed with a champagne reception sponsored by Perrier Jouet.

The goal of Meet the Media is to enable communications professionals to hear from leading media organisations on how their respective companies work, providing insight into their specialist areas, giving advice on achieving coverage and informing them on effective targeting of journalists within their sector and how to build a mutually beneficial relationship.

The final Meet the Media of 2011 will be held in London featuring Oliver Ralph, UK Companies Editor of the Financial Times, details to be announced soon.

Photographs and videos relating to this release are available for download in the multimedia assets column on the right-hand side of this page.

To register and receive more information on future events email marketinguk@prnewswire.co.uk

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Media Contact:
Garry Durston
Director of Marketing Communications EMEAi
PR Newswire
+44(0)20-7454-5115
marketinguk@prnewswire.co.uk

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