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SUMMARY:L0105 Public Information Basics
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This course is offered as part of the Governor’s Hurricane Conference. There may be a conference fee associated with this course. Contact the organizer for more information. \nTo equip participants with the skills needed to be full or part-time PIOs\, including oral and written communications; understanding and working with the media; and basic tools and techniques to perform effectively as a PIO\, both in the proactive/ advocacy times and crisis/ emergency response. \nTentative Schedule (Subject to change): \n\nSunday\, May 10\, 2026\, 1:30PM – 5:00PM\nMonday\, May 11\, 2026\, 8:30AM – 5:00PM\nTuesday\, May 12\, 2026\, 8:30AM – 5:00PM\nWednesday\, May 13\, 2026\, 1:30PM – 5:00PM
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/l0105-public-information-basics-5/
LOCATION:Palm Beach County (FL) Convention Center\, 650 Okeechobee Blvd\, West Palm Beach\, FL\, 33401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Governor%E2%80%99s Hurricane Conference":MAILTO:rene@flghc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T235959
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T151004Z
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SUMMARY:40th Annual Governor's Hurricane Conference
DESCRIPTION:The GHC is the nation’s largest and best-attended conference focusing on hurricane planning\, preparedness\, response\, recovery\, and mitigation! The GHC is an opportunity to learn from the successes of others and identify proven best practices\, as well as learning what mistakes to avoid BEFORE it’s too late! Over 300 hours of training and workshops covering all aspects of hurricane readiness\, full of the latest trends\, topics\, tools and technologies to best improve your disaster response/recovery processes will be offered. The GHC provides access to tried and true solutions and ideas for a wide range of hurricane-related challenges that can be put into action immediately when you return\, many at little or no cost!
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/40th-annual-governors-hurricane-conference/
LOCATION:Palm Beach County (FL) Convention Center\, 650 Okeechobee Blvd\, West Palm Beach\, FL\, 33401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Governor%E2%80%99s Hurricane Conference":MAILTO:rene@flghc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T235959
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T185432Z
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SUMMARY:NAGC 49th Annual Communications School
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 theme “Innovation Oasis: Elevating Government Communication through Evolving Technologies\, Strategic Metrics and Building Trust” highlights NAGC’s focus on harnessing emerging technologies to deliver more transparent\, responsive\, and inclusive messaging while reinforcing the foundational role of trust in public communications
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/national-association-of-government-communicators-49th-annual-communications-school/
LOCATION:Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa\, 41000 Bob Hope Drive\, Rancho Mirage\, CA\, 92270\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T235959
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SUMMARY:2026 CAPIO Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to Make Waves at CAPIO’s 2026 Annual Conference? This is your chance to showcase your work\, build connections with colleagues from across the state\, and dive into sessions led by California leaders in public sector communications. Expect insights on media relations\, strategic communications\, social media\, emergency response\, branding\, emerging technologies and much more. \nOur theme\, Making Waves\, celebrates the momentum\, creativity and leadership of California’s public information community. It’s an extraordinary moment for our profession\, and CAPIO members continue to set the pace with innovative campaigns\, bold storytelling\, and solutions that meet the dynamic challenges of today’s communication landscape.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/2026-capio-annual-conference/
LOCATION:San Diego\, CA\, San Diego\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="California Association of Public Information Officials":MAILTO:info@capio.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T235959
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T150743Z
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SUMMARY:FBI-LEEDA Media and Public Relations (MPR)
DESCRIPTION:The FBI-LEEDA Media and Public Relations (MPR) course is a 4 ½-day intense curriculum developed to assist law enforcement in communication with not only the media\, but the communities they serve. The course is suitable for chiefs and commanders who may deal with the media on a regular or ad hoc basis and full-time/part-time Public Information Officers (PIOs).  This class provides proven strategies and best-practices for media relations\, crisis communications and social media.  Students will learn to prepare and deliver messages.  The session features numerous desktop and on-camera exercises. Participants are asked to bring a laptop or tablet to class.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/media-and-public-relations-mpr-18/
LOCATION:Murfreesboro\, Tennessee\, Murfreesboro\, TN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="FBI-LEEDA":MAILTO:Training@fbileeda.org
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SUMMARY:FBI-LEEDA Media and Public Relations (MPR)
DESCRIPTION:The FBI-LEEDA Media and Public Relations (MPR) course is a 4 ½-day intense curriculum developed to assist law enforcement in communication with not only the media\, but the communities they serve. The course is suitable for chiefs and commanders who may deal with the media on a regular or ad hoc basis and full-time/part-time Public Information Officers (PIOs).  This class provides proven strategies and best-practices for media relations\, crisis communications and social media.  Students will learn to prepare and deliver messages.  The session features numerous desktop and on-camera exercises. Participants are asked to bring a laptop or tablet to class.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/fbi-leeda-media-and-public-relations-mpr/
LOCATION:San Antonio\, TX\, San Antonio\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="FBI-LEEDA":MAILTO:Training@fbileeda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T000000
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SUMMARY:MGT-318 Public Information in an All-Hazards Incident
DESCRIPTION:This course examines the role of public information in all-hazards incident management and provides practical training in crisis communication techniques. In a major incident\, it is of critical importance that community leaders\, incident managers\, and Public Information Officers (PIO) are prepared to communicate with the public through traditional and social media. This course focuses on the role of public information in all-hazards incident management; the information needs of the press and public in a crisis; and strategies for planning\, conducting\, and managing the public information effort during a crisis event.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/mgt-318-public-information-in-an-all-hazards-incident-17/
LOCATION:Sheraton Norfolk Waterside\, 777 Waterside Drive\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Virginia Healthcare Colition":MAILTO:vhhaemergencypreparedness-eastern@vhha.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T000000
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SUMMARY:MGT-467 Sport and Special Event Public Information and Emergency Notification
DESCRIPTION:The Sport and Special Event Public Information and Emergency Notification course brings planners\, operators\, public information professionals\, government\, public safety\, and marketing professionals together in an effort to prepare and/or enhance venue and event communication programs. The course prescribes best practices to common communication pitfalls and provides flexible and scalable solutions to a wide-range of scenarios. The training leverages a combination of exercises\, discussions\, and activities to optimize participant experience.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/mgt-467-sport-and-special-event-public-information-and-emergency-notification-17/
LOCATION:Williston\, VT\, Williston\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Public Sector Comms Week
DESCRIPTION:The 4th Annual Public Sector Comms Week is Australia’s leading gathering for government communication professionals. Over three days\, the event brings together 250+ public sector communicators from all levels of government to strengthen trust\, build capability\, and elevate the impact of public communication. \nDelegates will gain practical insights into translating complex policy\, managing crises\, countering misinformation\, and building community confidence\, all while navigating tighter budgets and increasing expectations. The program delivers actionable tools across three streams: External Communications\, Internal Communications\, and Digital & Social Media.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/4th-annual-public-sector-comms-week/
LOCATION:REX HOTEL\, CANBERRA\, 150 Northbourne Avenue\, Canberra City\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Akolade":MAILTO:info@akolade.co
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T235959
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CREATED:20260307T142117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T144914Z
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SUMMARY:AI for Marketers Summit
DESCRIPTION:Learn how top brand marketers are using AI to drive performance and scale\nHear from senior executives from cross-industry brands share how they’re investing in AI and how it’s transforming their marketing strategies. \nGain practical knowledge and skills immediately applicable to your work\, and get expert feedback to help refine your strategies. \nDetermine how and when to capitalize on AI through hands-on workshops that identify real problems and potential use cases for AI in your work. \nUnderstand the areas marketing AI has the biggest impact on brands\, including content generation\, marketing operations\, brand building\, customer experience\, and more. \nLearn the ins and outs of generative AI\, ChatGPT\, and the essential tools to seamlessly integrate AI into your existing marketing strategy. \nDiscover how AI can help you save time and reduce costs by automating routine tasks and freeing your time for more strategic thinking.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/ai-for-marketers-summit/
LOCATION:https://piocalendar.com/event/ai-for-marketers-summit/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Global Strategic Management Institute":MAILTO:info@gsmiweb.com
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SUMMARY:L0105 Public Information Basics
DESCRIPTION:This course will equip participants with the skills needed to be full or part-time PIOs\, including oral and written communications; understanding and working with the media; and basic tools and techniques to perform effectively as a PIO\, both in the proactive/ advocacy times and crisis/emergency response.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/l0105-public-information-basics-14/
LOCATION:Burleigh County (ND) Emergency Management\, 4200 Coleman Street\, Bismarck\, ND\, 58503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T110000
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CREATED:20260510T134632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T134941Z
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SUMMARY:When Minutes Matter: FIFA World Cup 2026 Alert and Warning Communications
DESCRIPTION:When Minutes Matter: FIFA World Cup 2026 Alert and Warning Communications. The workshop is designed to help emergency managers involved in issuing alerts to improve the speed\, reach and effectiveness of public alerts and warnings. \n\n\n\n\nDates: May 12 and May 13\, 11 am – 4 pm ET (8 am – 1 pm PT/ 10 am – 3 pm CT) \nAudience: FIFA World Cup 2026 hosting jurisdictions that fall within State\, Local\, Tribal\, and Territorial (SLTT) emergency managers\, and Public Information Officers (capacity is 500) \n\n\nThe field of alerts and warnings is rapidly evolving driven by new technology\, social media\, research on effective communication\, and rising public expectations. Emergency managers must continually update their capabilities\, processes\, and messages to keep pace.\nThe Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is providing this collaborative technical assistance workshop to help jurisdictions improve the speed\, reach\, and effectiveness of alerts and warnings. This program emphasizes peer-to-peer engagement\, fostering shared learning and practical improvement. \nThis workshop is suitable for public sector warning authority officials including emergency managers\, public information officers\, social media coordinators\, as well as public outreach coordinators.\nThis workshop is being specifically delivered for jurisdictions hosting the FIFA World Cup 2026. \nNot supporting the FIFA World Cup but interested in this content? Register to be added to the distribution list here for future nationwide workshops: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSFEMA/signup/44637 \n*Two-day delivery with new material being delivered each day
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/when-minutes-matter-fifa-world-cup-2026-alert-and-warning-communications/
LOCATION:https://piocalendar.com/event/when-minutes-matter-fifa-world-cup-2026-alert-and-warning-communications/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU)":MAILTO:netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T130000
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SUMMARY:EMEAA Webinar: Earning the Respect of Your Senior Leader & Getting a Real Seat at The Table with Dr. Joseph Trahan\, APR\, Fellow PRSA
DESCRIPTION:Public information officers and communication professionals are often expected to shape messaging\, manage crises\, and protect organizational reputation—yet many struggle to gain consistent access to senior leadership and decision-making conversations. \nIn this engaging session\, Dr. Joseph V. Trahan\, III\, APR\, Fellow PRSA will share practical strategies for building credibility with executive leadership and earning a meaningful role in the decision-making process. Drawing on decades of experience in public affairs\, military communication operations\, and professional education\, Dr. Joe will explore how communicators can demonstrate value\, strengthen trust with senior leaders\, and move from tactical support roles to strategic advisors. \nParticipants will learn how to better position themselves within their organizations\, communicate their expertise effectively to leadership\, and ensure communication strategy is included early in key decisions. \nWhether you work in emergency management\, public safety\, government\, or organizational communications\, this session will provide practical insight on how to secure—and keep—a true seat at the table.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/emeaa-webinar-earning-the-respect-of-your-senior-leader-getting-a-real-seat-at-the-table-with-dr-joseph-trahan-apr-fellow-prsa/
LOCATION:https://piocalendar.com/event/emeaa-webinar-earning-the-respect-of-your-senior-leader-getting-a-real-seat-at-the-table-with-dr-joseph-trahan-apr-fellow-prsa/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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