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SUMMARY:NIOA Webinar: The Commute That Captivated the World: A New PIO’s Guide to Handling Global Media presented by Brady Casson
DESCRIPTION:The Commute That Captivated the World: A New PIO’s Guide to Handling Global Media presented by Brady Casson
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/nioa-webinar-the-commute-that-captivated-the-world-a-new-pios-guide-to-handling-global-media-presented-by-brady-casson/
LOCATION:TBD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Beyond Measuring Outputs to Measuring Behavioral Outcomes: The Latest Trends In Measurement & Evaluation
DESCRIPTION:Co-Sponsored by Yankee Chapter PRSA and Maine PR Council \n\nWednesday\, March 11\, 2026\n2-3 p.m. ET\nVirtual\n\nEvery public relations practitioner worth their salt knows the importance of using research to establish a baseline\, understand perceptions of key stakeholders\, predict likely behaviors\, measure trust\, and show that our work makes a difference by improving business results based on data. \nIn this one-hour “lunch and learn” hosted by the Yankee Chapter PRSA and Maine PR Council\, leading research experts with decades of experience will discuss the latest studies in media measurement\, the impact of AI search engines\, and the use of research to drive public policy. You will leave with new thoughts on how to bring the value of measurement to your work as a PR expert.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/beyond-measuring-outputs-to-measuring-behavioral-outcomes-the-latest-trends-in-measurement-evaluation/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Yankee Chapter PRSA":MAILTO:info@yankeeprsa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T120000
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SUMMARY:EMEAA: Trust: Why It Breaks and How We Mend It with Christine Townsend
DESCRIPTION:For EMEAA Members. To learn more about joining\, click here. \nChristine Townsend is a communications strategist\, author\, and international speaker who works with public safety organizations\, government agencies\, and leadership teams to strengthen trust\, sharpen communication\, and navigate complex challenges. Originally from the United Kingdom and now based in the United States\, she has advised organizations across North America\, the UK\, and internationally on crisis communication\, reputational risk\, community engagement\, and leadership messaging. She is also the founder of The PIO Toolkit\, a widely used resource for public information officers and government communicators that she continues to lead today. \nShe is the author of several books on communication and leadership\, including her latest release\, Trust: Why It Breaks and How We Mend It. Through her writing\, training\, and speaking engagements\, Christine helps communicators and leaders better understand how trust is built\, why it breaks under pressure\, and what it takes to rebuild it in today’s demanding information environment.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/emeaa-trust-why-it-breaks-and-how-we-mend-it-with-christine-townsend/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://piocalendar.com/event/emeaa-trust-why-it-breaks-and-how-we-mend-it-with-christine-townsend/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T120000
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SUMMARY:NESPRA: Lunch and Learn - Building Crisis Communication Plans that Inform\, Reassure & Lead
DESCRIPTION:Building Crisis Communication Plans that Inform\, Reassure & Lead \nWhen a crisis affects a school community\, communications professionals play a critical role in helping leaders inform families\, reassure the public\, and maintain trust during uncertain moments. In this session\, Paul Raymond\, Jr. will discuss how school districts can build crisis communication plans that align with their emergency operations plans and support leadership during high-consequence events. \nDrawing on more than two decades of public safety leadership and crisis communications experience\, Paul will share practical strategies for preparing for the critical early moments of an incident\, clarifying communication roles\, coordinating messaging with public safety partners\, and developing adaptable message templates. Participants will leave with practical tools and ideas to strengthen crisis communication planning within their districts.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/nesprsa-lunch-and-learn-building-crisis-communication-plans-that-inform-reassure-lead/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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LOCATION:https://piocalendar.com/event/nesprsa-lunch-and-learn-building-crisis-communication-plans-that-inform-reassure-lead/
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SUMMARY:Crisis Communications: Who Is Telling Your Story?
DESCRIPTION:About The Course\nWhen a crisis strikes\, whether it’s a critical incident\, large-scale emergency\, public demonstration\, or natural disaster\, public safety agencies must be prepared to communicate quickly\, clearly\, and effectively. In today’s digital environment\, information spreads instantly\, and if agencies are not actively telling their story\, someone else will. \nThis one-hour TOC Briefing explores the fundamentals of effective crisis communications for public safety and government agencies. Participants will learn how to prepare for high-stakes situations\, manage messaging during rapidly evolving incidents\, and communicate with transparency and professionalism when public attention is at its highest. \nDrawing on real-world experience working with agencies across the country\, this session will provide practical guidance on how to build a crisis communication framework before an incident occurs\, strengthen relationships with media and community stakeholders\, and avoid common mistakes that can undermine credibility during critical events. \nAttendees will also gain insight into how timing\, transparency\, and consistency play a critical role in shaping public perception and maintaining trust during complex situations. \nWhether you are a Public Information Officer\, agency leader\, communications professional\, or command staff member\, this briefing will provide actionable strategies to help your organization communicate more effectively when it matters most. \nIn this session\, you’ll learn: \nHow to prepare a crisis communications framework before an incident occurs\nThe importance of timing\, transparency\, and message consistency during emergencies\nStrategies for communicating with the media\, community members\, and stakeholders\nHow to maintain control of the narrative in a fast-moving information environment\nCommon mistakes agencies make during crisis communications and how to avoid them\nPractical ways to strengthen community trust before\, during\, and after a crisis\nBy the end of the session\, participants will leave with clear strategies for navigating crisis situations and ensuring their agency communicates with confidence\, clarity\, and credibility when it matters most. \n*Webinar Access Link will be provided 3 days prior to the training date.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/crisis-communications-who-is-telling-your-story/
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SUMMARY:NAGC Webinar: Preparing Government Communications for the New ADA Requirements
DESCRIPTION:Government agencies play a critical role in ensuring that public information is accessible to all. With the updated ADA accessibility standards taking effect on April 24\, government communicators are uniquely positioned to lead the way in implementing clear\, inclusive\, and compliant communication practices. \nThis webinar brings together two expert speakers with extensive experience in digital accessibility\, ADA compliance\, and public-sector communication strategy. They will provide a practical\, government-focused overview of the new requirements and offer actionable guidance for integrating accessibility into daily communication workflows. \nThis session is designed for public information officers\, digital communications teams\, accessibility coordinators\, and anyone responsible for ensuring that government information is accessible\, equitable\, and compliant.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/nagc-webinar-preparing-government-communications-for-the-new-ada-requirements/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://piocalendar.com/event/nagc-webinar-preparing-government-communications-for-the-new-ada-requirements/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T120000
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SUMMARY:EMEAA: Q&A on Careers and Credentialing with Ashley McDonald
DESCRIPTION:For EMEAA Members. To learn more about joining\, click here. \nAshley McDonald is an internationally credentialed public information officer and seasoned media relations professional. She currently serves as PIO for the Emergency Management Association of Tennessee\, supports the Tennessee Fire Chiefs Mutual Aid Section\, and is a deployable PIO3 with the State of Tennessee’s All Hazards Incident Management Team. McDonald holds a B.S. in Public Relations from Middle Tennessee State University and has completed FEMA’s Executive PIO Program\, FBI-LEEDA Master PIO\, and UT Law Enforcement Innovation Center (LEIC) Master PIO. She also teaches PIO Essentials and Master PIO courses as a UT LEIC associate. As past president of the National Information Officers Association\, she led the development of the CPSE’s professional PIO designation\, earning NIOA’s “Leadership in Public Information Award” in 2023. She received the CPSE’s international PIO designation in 2022 and has served on the Commission on Professional Credentialing since that year. McDonald was awarded the Southeastern Association of Fire Chiefs’ prestigious President’s Award in both 2019 and 2025.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/emeaa-qa-on-careers-and-credentialing-with-ashley-mcdonald/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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