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One-hour live webinar for public safety, government, and professional organizations on using LinkedIn to strengthen recruitment, build trust, and grow professional credibility. Covers LinkedIn best practices and 2026 algorithm trends, leadership branding, recruitment-focused content strategies, practical posting and engagement tips, and common mistakes.
Upcoming Webinar: Building Collaborative Leadership Using “Yes, And” Wednesday, June 17, 2026 | 1:00-2:00 PM ET Meet Your Speaker: Nikki Frias CEO and Founder CorpDev Strategies Nikki Frias is the CEO and founder of CorpDev Strategies, an applied improv and professional development company focused on communication, collaboration, leadership, and team dynamics. With over 18 years […]
The Mid-Illinois Communications Association is hosting a Summer Social at the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes baseball game on Thursday, June 18. Members, non-members, spouses, kids, etc., are welcome. Event price is $20 per person and includes a game ticket, plus hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, cookies, water and soda. Join us for a night at the ballpark, great […]
This eight-hour performance-level course is designed to provide participants with knowledge and skills using social media tools to engage individuals and volunteer organizations for assistance during an emergency. Participants will learn about social media engagement techniques, individual and organizational roles in crisis communication, and Virtual Operations Support Teams (VOST).
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 […]
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 […]
This fast-paced two-day course prepares university and campus public safety supervisors, PIOs, and communications staff to manage messaging during campus crises, including critical incidents, controversies, and high-profile events. Participants will build skills in real-time emergency messaging, social media, news releases, media relations, and managing misinformation through practical exercises and realistic campus scenarios. Guided by an […]
About The Course Social media, when utilized effectively, can serve as a vital tool for public safety and government agencies to engage with their communities, recruit new employees, communicate during emergencies, and disseminate important updates. In this course, you will explore advanced techniques, tips, and resources to create polished, captivating, and professional content. By the […]
Join Us for a Summer Social in Portsmouth The Maine PR Council and the Yankee Chapter of PRSA are sponsoring an evening at the One Hundred Club, Portsmouth’s premiere event space with breathtaking views of historic downtown Portsmouth. MPRC President Rebecca Emery, APR, of Seacoast AI will be our host. Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 […]
Adapted from FEMAÕs IG-290 curriculum, this 8-hour course provides rural first responders with skills needed to communicate with the public through the media. Examines roles of the media and the rural first responder/public information officer. Participants learn how to give print/electronic media interviews, write news releases, provide information at the scene, and how they fit […]
Disasters create chaos, displacement, and vulnerability—conditions that traffickers often exploit. For public information officers and emergency management professionals, understanding these risks is an essential part of protecting the communities they serve. In this timely webinar, Sandra Dennis-Essig, Counter Human Trafficking Advisor to EMEAA, will explore how disasters can increase the risk of human trafficking and […]
AI is everywhere, but most of us are using it on instinct and learning as we go. In this practical, example-driven webinar, Rebecca Emery of Seacoast AI will give local government communications professionals a clear-eyed look at how AI actually works under the hood, as well as the “why” behind AI. You’ll learn a repeatable […]