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PIO Events
Professional development, conferences, webinars, networking and award opportunities for public communicators.
September 16, 2026 – September 17, 2026
Brand Minds
Bucharest, Romania
BRAND MINDS is the biggest business summit in Central and Eastern Europe. Each year we are uniting business experts, world-famous authors, and brilliant thinkers with 6000+ business professionals. Attend The Central and Eastern European Business Summit of the Year which brings together outstanding business thinkers and world-class experts to discuss the latest in marketing, sales, […]
September 16, 2026 – September 17, 2026
From Routine to International Spotlight
West Richland Police Department · West Richland, WA
A two-day workshop that builds essential PIO skills from foundational practice through advanced strategy — every lesson grounded in the experience of a nationally followed homicide investigation.
September 16, 2026 – September 18, 2026
Hubspot's UNBOUND 2026
Boston, MA
UNBOUND is the ultimate gathering for sales, marketing, and customer experience professionals, all of which have implications for PR professionals. With over 13,000 in-person attendees, this conference is all about “inbound marketing” – creating valuable content and curated experiences that genuinely connect with customers. Make sure you attend to gain new perspectives on AI, customer […]
September 16, 2026
The Storyteller & the Emergency Manager: Communicating Hazard Risk
Virtual event
Join us for the latest in KCEM’s Professionals Webinar Series, continuing our theme of community-based preparedness and emergency management. In this webinar, we explore the role of storytelling as a tool for communicating hazard risk and strengthening community resilience. We know that effective emergency management relies on a whole-community approach, and while data and analysis are […]
September 17, 2026
MGT-327: Ensuring Effective Public Information and Warning for Tribal Nations
Anniston, AL
Course Description In this course, participants will learn how to use available resources and techniques to distinguish people with access and functional needs within their communities, analyze their specific needs, develop trust relationships, and create effective communication strategies. Participants will learn practical techniques for developing messages and delivering them to increase their effectiveness when collaborating […]
September 17, 2026
MAGC September Webinar | Main Character Energy: Putting User-Generated Content in the Spotlight
Virtual event
Main Character Energy: Putting User-Generated Content in the SpotlightJoin MAGC for an engaging session on the importance and benefits of user-generated content with Warren Kagarise, digital engagement manager for King County, Washington. Your best storyteller is in the community you serve. From eyewitness videos and community photos to resident shoutouts and partner collaborations, user-generated content puts […]
September 17, 2026
First Responders — Erin Jane is On the Air Thursday
Virtual event
Join Erin Jane on Thursday, September 17, from 2–4 PM Eastern on The Thin Line Rock Station. Erin is a trauma-informed Life and Wellness Coach, former Australian detective, firefighter wife, speaker, and first responder advocate who understands the world behind the uniform from both sides. Between today’s hits and yesterday’s favorite songs, Erin will be […]
September 18, 2026
MGT-340: Crisis Leadership: A Community Case Study
Asheville, NC
This seminar uses one of three case studies to examine the dynamics leadership, planning and communications during a crisis from the perspective of an elected or community leaders. This four-hour seminar explores recent case studies to frame the discussion regarding methods to overcome challenges in planning and responding to a large-scale incident. The seminar’s outcome […]
September 21, 2026 – September 23, 2026
L0105 Public Information Basics
Winnebago, NE
To 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.
September 21, 2026 – September 26, 2026
FEMA E/L0388 Advanced Public Information Officer
Dona Ana County (NM) Emergency Operations Center · Las Cruces, NM
The National Response Framework (NRF) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) devote significant attention to the importance of emergency public information. Public Information Officers are key members of the ICS and EOC organizations, and work closely with officials who are part of Multiagency Coordination Groups. PIOs advise the Incident Commander, Unified Command, and EOC […]
September 21, 2026 – September 23, 2026
L0105 Public Information Basics
Pearland, TX
To 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.
September 21, 2026 – September 23, 2026
L0105 Public Information Basics
Medina, OH
To 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.