Interested in networking, great insights, the newest trends and stellar campaigns? PR conferences gather brilliant minds from across the industry who come to teach, inspire – and learn.
The world of public relations is evolving at a breakneck pace, and staying ahead of the curve is not just an option; it’s a necessity. With the insights and connections made at the events, you can significantly improve your career trajectory.
If you’re looking for PR events, feel free to get inspired by our list of PR conferences. 2024 – you might already be fully booked!
Our choice of Public Relations conferences
2024 definitely looks exciting! From media to corporate communications conferences – there’s a lot to choose from.
1. ICON (PRSA conference) 2024
When? October 15-17, 2024
Where? Anaheim, CL, the USA
ICON 2024 is an international industry conference organized by PRSA – one of the biggest non-profit organizations for PR professionals. Each year, they put a spotlight on a different theme. You can count on multiple professional development programs with fresh and practical ideas.
We strongly believe in its value – Prowly is a proud sponsor of ICON 2024.
On top of that, you get an annual membership to PRSA. Which boosts your professional development with valuable webinars, publications, and networking possibilities.Make sure to check out other narrow-focused or regional PRSA conferences, like the Tri-State or Western District conferences, Employee or Corporate Communications conference, or PRSA Travel and Tourism Conference 2024.
2. PR Daily Media Relations Conference
When? June 5-6, 2024
Where? Washington, D.C., USA
Ragan and PR Daily join forces with this Public Relations conference, where you can learn all about the hottest trends – and elevate your strategy. This communication conference shows you how to improve your storytelling and craft better news. If you want to dig into a more specific niche, you should check out other Ragan conferences, like the Social Media Conference or Ragan Employee Communications 101.
3. Future of Communications Conference
When? November 13-15, 2024
Where? Austin, TX, USA
We wanted to highlight this “Future of Communications Conference” event for its focus on rising communication trends and transformation. It’s aimed at internal communications, PR specialists and marketers – who make the perfect mix to exchange experiences.
Level up your storytelling, media relations, social media marketing and AI skills. With inspiring stories, debates, and peer-to-peer knowledge sharing, you’re sure to get tools to improve your results. Also, they focus on helping you become a trusted counselor to C-Suite, increasing your impact on your company.
4. PRocon
When? TBA (we’ll add it when it’s live!)
Where? Washington, D.C., USA
PRocon is one of the freshest media conferences for 2024 on our list. They describe themselves as the most authentic event for PR specialists, where you can network, learn, and share your ups and downs with fellow PR specialists. It’s definitely an event to see!
5. PR Episodes by Prowly
When? March 2024
Where? Online
PR Episodes by Prowly should definitely hop on your list for 2024. It’s really handy – a daily, 30-minute, online series with insights from top-tier PR specialists, for free! What’s more, you can watch the recordings whenever you want.
Compared with all the communication conferences on the list, this one is definitely the lightest way to absorb new ideas – all right at your fingertips.
6. ICCO Global Summit
When? October 10-11, 2024
Where? Istanbul, Turkey
ICCO Global Summit is one of those PR conferences that tackles important political and economic changes. After all, they heavily affect the PR industry. In 2023, an edition sponsored by Prowly, the main topic was AI and geopolitical shifts – just to give you a taste.
7. PRovoke Media’s Global PR Summit
When? TBA (we’ll add it when it’s live!)
Where? Washington, D.C., USA
PRovoke Media’s Global PR Summit is a 3-day media conference designed for senior PR practitioners. With a diverse group of high-level speakers, it covers the critical challenges that the industry faces.
Also, you’ll get to see the best public relations and marketing work at the Global SABRE Awards.
8. The Innovation SABRE Awards North America
When? May 1, 2024
Where? NYC, NY, USA
The Innovation SABRE Awards (North America) have looked for the most innovative solutions and cases in the PR industry for over 10 years. They celebrate the scope of creative content produced by modern public relations professionals.
Even if you don’t plan to enter the competition, its gala is definitely an event to attend. Gain insights into successful campaigns and network with other PR specialists. Who knows – you may leave with an idea that’ll win next year’s award…
9. PR Decoded
When? October 2024
Where? Chicago, IL, USA
PR Decoded is PRWeek’s top event: three days spent on the biggest topics in the PR industry, covering brands, media and culture. On top of that, a feast of networking. PR Decoded is full of laser-focused PR topics and insights from experts working in PR on a daily basis. You can’t leave uninspired!
Apart from PR Decoded, PRWeek also holds other interesting PR conferences, like the PR Week Awards and the PR Measurement Conference, focused solely on crucial PR metrics.
10. PR Week Crisis Communications Conference
When? June 24, 2024
Where? TBA (we’ll add it when it’s live!)
A crisis communications conference is a place where you go to learn, but hope you never have to use the knowledge. PR Week Crisis Communications Conference opens a discussion of crisis and post-crisis comms between brands and agencies. PR experts share insights on how to streamline your communication strategy.
11. PR Week Global Awards
When? May 15, 2024
Where? London, UK
The PR Week Global Awards are definitely one of the most prestigious awards in the PR and communications sector. There are three categories: campaigns, global PR, and People and Agencies, and each one is full of remarkable ideas.
12. PR360
When? May 8-9, 2024
Where? Brighton, UK
PR360 is a strategic communications conference focused on the challenges present in the UK. You’ll meet senior pro attendees from top brands, like McLaren, Sony, Disney and British Airways.
13. Business Access Media (BAM)
When? October 2024
Where? Washington, D.C., USA
The Business Access Media (BAM) conference focuses on networking with journalists who cover business issues. Among the attendees, you can meet journalists, MBA and corporate representatives.
14. Public Relations Leadership Forum
When? TBA (we’ll add it when it’s live!)
Where? Chicago, IL, USA
Compared to other PR conferences on our list, Public Relations Leadership Forum one feels like a private event. Usually, the number of attendees is limited to around 30 to foster effective discussion, networking and knowledge exchange.
Who would you meet? High-performing specialists from Global 1000 companies who aim to strengthen PR leadership. With case studies, research, and cutting-edge strategies, you’ll bring fresh and valuable perspectives back to the office.
Related marketing and communications conferences
2024 might be the first year you add marketing conferences to the list – but it definitely won’t be the last. See what’s in them for you!
15. Mid-Atlantic MarCom Summit
When and where? TBA (we’ll add it when it’s live!)
The Mid-Atlantic MarCom Summit covers more than a Public Relations conference, with AI, analytics, content creation and crisis communications all on the list. With sessions on the latest ideas and trends, you’ll definitely learn how to implement state-of-the-art solutions in your PR game.
This is also a networking opportunity, as you can meet leaders from top and emerging brands.
16. WebSummit
When? November 11-14, 2024
Where? Lisbon, Portugal
WebSummit is definitely THE event in the tech space. In the words of the Financial Times, “the world’s largest tech conference” gathers virtually everybody interested in the tech world, including journalists from the biggest media outlets, under one roof.
And this fact makes it one of the best PR events. Apart from networking with journalists, you can observe how different tech brands communicate and draw insights for your strategy.
17. Inbound
When? September 18-20, 2024
Where? Boston, MA, USA
Inbound is one of the hottest events in marketing, but it’s definitely useful for PR specialists. Listen to the best speakers in the field, learn how to build brand visibility, and network with the best minds in the industry.
18. Content Marketing World
When? October 21-23, 2024
Where? San Diego, CA, USA
Content Marketing World might not be your regular communications conference, yet you’d definitely benefit from the know-how shared there. Combine your PR experience with SEO and writing tips to up your game, gaining more visibility on the Internet.
Our tips to make the best choice
We know it’s hard. To pick the best corporate communications conferences for you, consider these 3 tips:
- Consider conferences for communications professionals, including marketing. They might equip you with some fresh perspective and are still closely related to your day-to-day work.
- Online avenues to gain knowledge are still viable.
- PR networking events are the places where the press you want to reach might appear. Look for industry summits, even if they’re not strictly a Public Relations conference.
2024, can’t wait for the conferences and learning opportunities you’ll bring!
