March
24mar11:30 am1:00 pmLeaders and Legends: Real Talk with PR Pros
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PRSA Nashville invites you to Leaders & Legends, a candid, storytelling-rich conversation with two respected voices in our local communications community: Greg Bailey,
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PRSA Nashville invites you to Leaders & Legends, a candid, storytelling-rich conversation with two respected voices in our local communications community:
- Greg Bailey, APR, Fellow PRSA, Founder G.Bailey & Co.
- Jennifer Brantley, Managing Partner MP&F
This program explores the pivotal moments, challenges and mindset shifts that shaped each communicator’s path. Whether you’re just getting started or seeking fresh inspiration, this is a rare opportunity to learn directly from leaders who’ve built meaningful, long-lasting careers — and are willing to share lessons learned along the way. Bring your questions, your curiosity and your appetite. We’ll start with lunch and networking at 11:30 a.m., with the conversation beginning promptly at 12 p.m.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Lunch at 11:30 a.m. | Program 12–1 p.m.
Middle Tennessee Council of Scouting America, 3414 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville
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Meet the Speakers
Greg Bailey, APR, Fellow PRSA
Founder G.Bailey & Co.
Greg Bailey, APR, Fellow PRSA, is the founder and principal of G.Bailey & Co., a strategic communications consultancy focused on disciplined execution and clear counsel.
An award-winning communications professional, he brings experience in strategic planning, corporate communications, public affairs, media relations, social media and crisis communications. His advisory work spans multiple sectors, including pharmaceutical, education, retail, banking, nonprofit, affordable housing, transit and health care, supporting organizations facing complex business and public-policy environments.
Before launching G.Bailey & Co., Greg was a partner at Finley + Bailey Strategic Communications and previously led Bailey & Company Public Relations. He was also a founding partner of Katcher Vaughn & Bailey Public Relations, following a 15-year career in journalism and public relations.
At Katcher Vaughn & Bailey, he worked with organizations including AARP, Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), Pfizer and the Office of Nashville Mayor Karl Dean. Earlier in his career, he worked at Atkinson Public Relations, serving clients such as the National Federation of Independent Business, the Gospel Music Association, First American Corporation (now Regions Bank) and the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Greg began his professional career in journalism, spending 12 years at the Nashville Banner in editorial roles before serving as managing editor of the Nashville Business Journal.
He has held numerous civic and professional leadership roles, including chair of the Policy Task Force of Moving Forward, a regional transportation coalition, and co-chair of the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce’s Education Report Card initiative. He was an inaugural Fellow in the Chamber’s Leadership Education program.
Greg is an accredited member of the Public Relations Society of America, a member of its College of Fellows, and served as chair of the College in 2021. He is a past president of the Rotary Club of Nashville and has served on the boards of the Nashville chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Belcourt Theatre, Inc., the Nashville Civic Design Center and Oasis Center, Inc., as well as in multiple leadership roles with PRSA Nashville.
A graduate of Leadership Middle Tennessee and Leadership Nashville, Greg brings a practical, experienced perspective to communications strategy, advising clients with a focus on clarity, credibility and long-term value.
Jennifer Brantley
Managing Partner MP&F
Jennifer Brantley joined the MP&F team as an intern in 1992, and became a partner in 2017. Her clients over the years include national retailers, health care providers, senior living communities, health insurance providers, and public/private utilities.
Jennifer enjoys developing strategies to help clients achieve their goals, planning events, pitching stories to the media, exploring ways to use social media to raise a client’s brand awareness, and helping younger members of the firm grow as professionals.
Her client teams have been honored with numerous Parthenon Awards from the Nashville chapter of the Public Relations Society of America and Golden Pen Awards from the local chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators for creatively engaging bloggers, planning and executing events, writing, media outreach, and public relations campaigns.
Her community involvement includes serving on the board of Junior Achievement of Middle Tennessee; as a member of the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce’s education committee, as a volunteer mentor for tnAchieves, as a member of Nashville Health Care Council’s Leadership Health Care, and as a member of the Nashville Area Alumnae Chapter of Alpha Omicron Pi.
A native of McMinnville, Tenn., Jennifer is a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University with a degree in public relations and minors in business and psychology.
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April
28apr12:00 pm1:00 pmHow to Craft an Award Winning Entry (Webinar)
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In our April program, PRSA Nashville brings together leaders with a track record of award-winning work and years of experience with contest
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In our April program, PRSA Nashville brings together leaders with a track record of award-winning work and years of experience with contest judging. Our panelists will break down how to build a compelling submission using the RPIE model — the four-step public relations process of research, planning, implementation, and evaluation, considered the gold standard for strategic communications.
Program attendees will learn how to:
- Summarize solid work following the framework of objectives, strategies, and tactics
- Present measurable outcomes in ways that resonate with judges
- Avoid common pitfalls that weaken entries
- Adapt one campaign for multiple award programs, including the Parthenon Awards and national competitions
Whether you are entering contents like PRSA Nashville’s Parthenon Awards for the first time or refining your approach to national-level contest entries, this session will offer practical guidance you can apply immediately. You will leave this virtual program with a clearer understanding of what judges look for and how to position your work to stand out. (The Call for Entries for the 2026 Parthenon Awards will be sent out in April. Watch for more information in future announcements.)
Click here to reserve your spot.
Location/Agenda:
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Program 12 – 1 p.m.
Virtual Webinar
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May
19may11:30 am1:00 pmPromises & Pitfalls of A.I. with Jordan White
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Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the communications landscape, creating new opportunities for efficiency, creativity, and data-driven insights. At the same time, it
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Join the Public Relations Society of America Nashville chapter for “The Promises and Pitfalls of A.I.”, featuring keynote speaker Jordan White.
In this keynote, Jordan will explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping public relations and marketing communications—from content creation and data analysis to strategic decision-making. Attendees will gain practical insights into where AI can strengthen communications strategies and where professionals must remain thoughtful and cautious.
Whether you’re experimenting with AI tools or just beginning to explore their potential, this session will provide valuable perspective on how communications professionals can responsibly integrate AI into their work.
About Our Speaker:
Jordan White is the Chief Services Officer at 5by5 Agency, where he leads the agency’s service areas of strategy, creative, digital, PR, web development, and research. At his core, Jordan is a team builder. He thrives on creating cultures of ownership—where talented people are trusted, challenged, and inspired to produce great work.
Jordan loves turning vision into action. He helps organizations clarify what matters most, align their teams, and drive results with focus and accountability. He has overseen some of the agency’s most ambitious projects including a $125 million fundraising campaign to build a new cancer center, guiding the rebrand of a regional health system, and working alongside some of the agency’s most high-profile accounts such as The Tennessee Titans, The Tennessee Department of Health, Medi-Share, and more.
Over the past decade, Jordan has grown alongside 5by5—rising from client manager to Chief Services Officer while helping the agency expand from a small team of eight to more than 40 people today. During that time, 5by5 has been named an Inc. 5000 fastest-growing company five times. Known for blending high standards with high energy, Jordan believes in being all in, all the time.
Location/Agenda
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Lunch at 11:30 a.m. | Program 12:00–1:00 p.m.
Middle Tennessee Council of Scouting America, 3414 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville
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Middle Tennessee Council of Scouting America
3414 Hillsboro Pike
