PR Newswire's Michael Pranikoff Slated as Keynote Speaker at Chicago Social Media Strategies Summit 2012

NEW YORK, April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Joining a roster of notable speakers and thought leaders, Michael Pranikoff, PR Newswire's Global Director of Emerging Media, will conclude the first day of the 2012 Social Media Strategies Summit (SMSS) with his keynote presentation discussing the evolution of audience behavior with regards to media consumption.

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"Audience Evolution – Where Does the Audience Find Your Media?" – as the session is called – will explore the critical role of content and how to manage an organization's message among diverse audiences.  Furthermore, Michael will share insight into developing paid, owned and earned media strategies that carry influence through existing and emerging social channels. 

SMSS Chicago will take place from Wednesday, April 18, 2012 – Thursday, April 19, 2012 at The Renaissance Blackstone Chicago Hotel in Chicago, IL and features a jam-packed agenda of speakers, interactive break-out sessions and workshops.  Michael Pranikoff is scheduled to speak at 4:15 PM on Wednesday.

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