What is IPR NEXT?

IPR NEXT is a membership community for emerging leaders with less than 10 years of experience that offers research-driven professional growth, mentorship, and training and development opportunities to help future leaders connect and grow in their careers.

Benefits of Joining:

ELEVATE YOUR SKILLS:

Virtual Learning and Training Programs:

IPR NEXT Leadership Development Sessions and Certificate Programs: Participate in webinars and earn certificates in critical areas such as digital media & artificial intelligence, business acumen, behavioral insights, management skills, crisis communications, measurement, and more.
IPR NEXT Newsletter: Stay informed, connected, and engaged with timely industry news for emerging professionals, member spotlights, upcoming events and opportunities.
On-Demand IPR Research Bootcamp: Acquire research skills that set you apart and position you as a thought leader in your field.
Online Learning Resources: IPR has a plethora of research-based and insights-focus resources that are available and accessible on their website and mobile app.
Workshops and Conferences: Exclusive rates to attend IPR Master Classes and IPR conferences.
Virtual Communities: Connect virtually through our membership platform and monthly programming opportunities.

MAKE CONNECTIONS AND NETWORK:

Build lasting relationships across industries and propel your career forward with a diverse community of ambitious professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders.

Mentorship Circles: Participate in our mentorship program, where senior-level leaders from IPR ELEVATE and the IPR Board of Trustees share their insights and guidance to help you navigate your career.
In-Person Events: Attend in-person receptions, mixers, and programs in your region to meet other IPR NEXT members as well as ELEVATE members and the IPR Board.
Mobile App: Stay connected with your peers and others in the IPR community with the IPR mobile app

GROW AND DEVELOP YOUR CAREER:

IPR offers programs focused on leadership development and personal growth taught by experts and leaders in the field. Opportunities include:

Leadership Development: Cultivate leadership skills and attend programs presented by leaders at different stages in their career.
Personal Brand Cultivation: Access tips and tricks to grow your personal brand and attend virtual programs devoted to building your personal brand in your organization and the industry.
Leadership Opportunities: IPR offers opportunities for members to put their leadership skills to work by participating in research, presenting at events, and writing articles.

Join Us at IPR Events & Programs

*These events were held prior to the launch of IPR NEXT

Why Choose IPR NEXT?

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The criteria for membership includes:

Bachelor’s degree in public relations, marketing, business or a similar field
Less than 10 years of work experience
Passionate about the IPR mission and the PR industry
Motivated to grow as a professional and leader
Committed to high standards of professionalism and ethics

Candidates will submit an application along with their professional details and biography. Applications open April 3, 2024 and will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Terms and Costs

“What sets IPR NEXT apart is its research-driven professional development opportunities. Through actionable insights and intelligence, emerging leaders are equipped with the tools they need to excel in their careers and stay at the forefront of the latest industry insights.”

If you have any questions, please email IPR Communications & Outreach Manager Brittany Higginbotham, at brittany@instituteforpr.org.