John Gardner Becomes the 4th Zeppos & Associates Team Member to Earn National APR John Gardner, senior account executive at Zeppos & Associates, last month earned his national Accreditation in Public Relations (APR), becoming the fourth member of the Zeppos team to achieve this significant professional distinction. The APR designation is earned following a comprehensive process measuring a public relations practitioner’s fundamental knowledge of communications theory, advanced capabilities in research, strategic planning, implementation and evaluation. The designation also signifies a commitment to professional excellence and ethical conduct. “The APR distinction demonstrates professional capabilities as a public relations counselor by enhancing the skills and overall value provided to clients,” said Gardner. Gardner joined Zeppos & Associates in 2005, serving as an account executive prior to his promotion to senior account executive. Gardner provides strategic counsel and direction for various clients in health care, financial and manufacturing industries. His expertise in public relations, media training and governmental affairs is an asset to the Zeppos team. He currently resides in Brookfield with his wife and son.