Have you ever thought about going to the "dark side" to pursue a career in public relations? This is your chance to learn about the PR industry and get inside tips from former journalists who have made the leap. Topics addressed will include what a PR career entails, which journalism skills transfer and which might not, how to leverage your network, PR "myth busting" and more.

Panelists include:

Eric Herman, Managing Director, Kivvit

Colleen Mastony, ‎VP of Media Strategies, ‎Jasculca Terman Strategic Communications

Tammy Chase, Director of Communications and Media Relations, Chicago Transit Authority

Eric White, ‎Account Supervisor, Weber Shandwick

Moderator: Eric Benderoff, Director and Chicago Market Leader, Burson-Marsteller