MGT-318 Public Information in an All-Hazards Incident
2026-09-01 00:00 - 2026-09-02 23:59, 2026-09-03 00:00 - 2026-09-04 23:59 (America/New_York) | El Paso, TX, El Paso, TX, United States
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.

L0105 Public Information Basics
2026-09-01 00:00 - 2026-09-03 23:59 (America/New_York) | Scottsdale, AZ, Scottsdale, AZ, United States
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.

L0105 Public Information Basics
2026-09-02 00:00 - 2026-09-04 23:59 (America/New_York) | Downey, CA, Downey, CA, United States

MGT-318 Public Information in an All-Hazards Incident
2026-09-09 00:00 - 2026-09-10 23:59 (America/New_York) | Lubbock, TX, Lubbock, TX, United States

New England Preparedness Summit 2026: Navigating the Storm Together
2026-09-09 00:00 - 2026-09-10 23:59 (America/New_York) | DCU Center, Worcester, MA, 50 Foster St, Worcester, MA, 01608, United States
Featuring regional leaders in emergency management

NEW ENGLAND PREPAREDNESS SUMMIT: Navigating the Storm Together is a two-day event for emergency management professionals. The event will take place from September 9 – 10, 2026, each day from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), in partnership with NEMTEC, invites you to attend the New England Preparedness Summit. Join regional professionals and leaders to strengthen collaboration, share best practices, and enhance preparedness across New England.
This Summit will offer general sessions and workshops for attendees. A detailed agenda will be shared to registered participants two weeks prior to the start of the Summit.

2026 3CMA Annual Conference
2026-09-09 00:00 - 2026-09-11 23:59 (America/New_York) | Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center, 650 15th Street, Denver, CO, 80202, United States
3CMA is heading to Denver in 2026 — where the elevation is high and the expectations for local government communications are even higher. This year’s theme, Peak Performance – Achieving New Heights in Local Government Communications, celebrates the drive, creativity and resilience that define our profession.
Set in the Mile High City, the conference will bring together colleagues from across the country to talk candidly about what’s working, what’s changing and what’s next. Attendees can expect a mix of general sessions, hands-on workshops, timely breakout discussions and networking opportunities that offer real tools and takeaways — highlighting what it takes to operate at the highest level strategically, creatively and collaboratively.
From staying ahead of emerging technology and evolving public expectations to strengthening community trust and sharpening your storytelling, this year’s program is designed to help communicators elevate their everyday work. Whether your goal is to improve crisis communication, build stronger teams, streamline processes or rethink your digital approach, you’ll find sessions designed to help you climb a little higher.
Join us in Denver to learn, connect and trade ideas with peers who understand the peaks and valleys of the profession. When communicators perform at their best, our communities benefit — and that’s a summit worth reaching.

MGT-340: Crisis Leadership: A Community Case Study
2026-09-09 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Chipley, FL, Chipley, FL, United States
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 is to develop individual and jurisdictional action plans to guide improved preparedness and emergency response.
Available Case Studies:

Hurricane Harvey: Chaos on the Gulf Coast
Mayhem at Mandalay Bay
The Camp Fire: Crisis in California

Save the Date: 2026 CAPIO Leadership Summit
2026-09-10 00:00 - 2026-09-11 23:59 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shannon Community Center (Dublin, CA), 11600 Shannon Ave, Dublin, CA, 94568, United States
Save the dates! This year’s Leadership Summit will be held at the Shannon Community Center in Dublin, CA on September 10 and 11. This is a great opportunity to gain those soft skills and insights to level up your current or future career!

Rad Response in Action Case Studies: Green Diamonds & Atomic Man
2026-09-10 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
You are invited to attend a series of virtual workshops designed to strengthen multi agency preparedness for radiological and nuclear emergencies. Sessions will focus on operational coordination, responder safety, and effective strategic communication. Registration requires free account creation on the NIPC Events Learning Management System.
This live, instructor-led session analyzes real-world radiological accidents and incidents and international threat scenarios to identify communication challenges and response lessons learned.

MGT-340: Crisis Leadership: A Community Case Study
2026-09-11 08:30 - 12:30 (America/Anchorage) | Kodiak, AK, Kodiak, AK, United States

FBI-LEEDA Media and Public Relations (MPR)
2026-09-14 00:00 - 2026-09-18 23:59 (America/New_York) | Fort Worth, TX, Fort Worth, TX, United States
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.

E/L0952 NIMS ICS All-Hazards Public Information Officer
2026-09-14 00:00 - 2026-09-18 23:59 (America/New_York) | National Disaster & Emergency Management University, 16825 S. Seton Ave, Emmitsburg, MD, 21727, United States
This course is designed for a Public Information Officer (PIO) assigned to an incident as a member of an All-Hazards Incident Management Team (AHIMT) and local IMTs, as well as for the PIO assigned to an incident as an Assistant PIO in a variety of capacities.

K0105 Public Information Basics
2026-09-14 00:00 - 2026-09-18 23:59 (America/New_York) | https://piocalendar.com/event/k0105-public-information-basic-6/

FY 2026 FEMA Executive Public Information Officer Week 3
2026-09-14 00:00 - 2026-09-18 23:59 (America/New_York) | National Disaster & Emergency Management University, 16825 S. Seton Ave, Emmitsburg, MD, 21727, United States
Week 3: E0394: Executive Public Information Application

FBI-LEEDA Master Public Information Officer (MPO)
2026-09-14 00:00 - 2026-09-18 23:59 (America/New_York) | Daytona Beach, Florida, Daytona Beach, FL, United States
Building off of the FBI-LEEDA Media & Public Relations course, the Master Public Information Officer course moves the participant from the tactical to the strategic level of media and brand management. Participants will spend 4 ½ days exploring; the business model of media engagement, take a deeper dive into cultivating a brand image through internal and external communications, and learn how to proactively pitch stories in today’s 24/7 news environment. Students will learn the advanced means of creating high-quality in-house videos for social media, develop messaging calendars, and learn the art of being a strategic advisor. This course will build on crisis management skills in tabletop exercises designed to build the framework for a crisis communication manual.

International Conference on Communication in Healthcare (ICCH) 2026
2026-09-14 00:00 - 2026-09-18 23:59 (America/New_York) | Assembly Buildings Conference Centre, Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2-10 Fisherwick Place, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT1 6DW, United Kingdom
Please note that all times provided are in BST (GMT+1)

We are proud to bring an amazing mix of keynote speakers, short communications, poster sessions, workshops, round tables and exciting opportunities for networking with communications expert from all over the globe to The International Conference on Communication in Healthcare (ICCH) 2026.

Social Media Academy
2026-09-15 00:00 - 2026-09-16 23:59 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Maria (CA) Police Department, 1111 W. Betteravia Road, Santa Maria, CA, 93455, United States
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 end of the course, you’ll feel empowered and prepared to enhance your department’s social media initiatives and make a significant impact.
Topics Covered:
Creating engaging photos, videos, and graphics
Writing engaging captions
Developing an effective content strategy
Understanding branding essentials
Navigating legal and policy considerations
Strategies for boosting reach and engagement
Best practices for live streaming
Crafting and sharing news releases via social media
Building and managing social media teams
Utilizing insights and analytics for improvement
Optimizing platform features, settings, and best practices
Recommendations for apps and equipment
To download the course flyer click here.
Travel Information
Airport:
Santa Maria Airport (SMX)
Hotel:
Radisson Hotel Santa Maria(Next to airport)
3455 Skyway Drive
Santa Maria, CA 93455
(805) 357-9891
Hampton Inn Santa Maria
2190 Preisker Lane
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 424-1414

MGT-318 Public Information in an All-Hazards Incident
2026-09-15 00:00 - 2026-09-16 23:59 (America/New_York) | Lebanon, OH, Lebanon, OH, United States

L0105 Public Information Basics
2026-09-15 00:00 - 2026-09-17 23:59 (America/New_York) | Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Baton Rouge, LA, United States

PNW Comms Summit
2026-09-15 08:30 - 2026-09-16 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | University of Washington Tacoma, 1900 Commerce Street, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
The PNW Comms Summit is a 1.5-day conference bringing together government communicators to connect, learn, and share what’s actually working. Designed for public information officers, communications teams, and teams of one, this summit focuses on practical strategies, real-world challenges, and building relationships that strengthen communication.

Brand Minds
2026-09-16 00:00 - 2026-09-17 23:59 (America/New_York) | Bucharest, Romania, 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, leadership, branding, team management, business strategy, innovation, and company culture. This conference is more than networking; it is about creating meaningful and long-lasting partnerships.

Hubspot's UNBOUND 2026
2026-09-16 08:00 - 2026-09-18 17:00 (America/New_York) | Boston, MA, Boston, MA, United States
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 experience, and sustainable revenue.
INBOUND is now UNBOUND

Welcome to growth without limits. After fifteen years as HubSpot’s flagship event, INBOUND is now UNBOUND. INBOUND laid the foundation. UNBOUND reflects how growth works today. Built for modern go-to-market teams ready to become unstoppable, UNBOUND is a mindset for connected systems, AI-driven execution, and unified teams across the entire customer experience. Over three high-impact days, you’ll explore emerging strategies, apply practical AI-powered insights, and build powerful connections to lead your business into its next era.

MGT-327: Ensuring Effective Public Information and Warning for Tribal Nations
2026-09-17 00:00 - 23:59 (America/New_York) | Anniston, AL, Anniston, AL, United States
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 with trusted organizations within the community. Finally, participants will ensure the messages are tailored to address specific needs among the community members. By completing this course, participants will gain hands-on experience through performance-based activities and the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively communicate climate and weather- related risks among the whole community.

Course Objectives

Distinguish people with access and functional needs within the whole community and use strategies to tailor risk communications. Describe the importance of understanding the changing risk profiles among people with access and functional needs within their communities¬. Evaluate risk communication strategies for mitigation, response, and recovery activities to ensure more equitable outcomes among the whole community. Prepare effective risk communication messages to reach the whole community.

MGT-340: Crisis Leadership: A Community Case Study
2026-09-18 08:30 - 12:30 (America/Anchorage) | Asheville, NC, Asheville, NC, United States

Save the Date: Utah PIO Association Annual Conference
2026-09-21 00:00 - 2026-09-23 23:59 (America/New_York) | Courtyard Marriot St. George (UT), 185 S 1470 E, St. George, UT, 84790, United States
Registration opens July 1, 2026
Cost will be announced soon.
Join the Utah PIO Association Annual Conference—one of the largest gatherings of public information officers in the country—for an experience built by government communicators, for government communicators.
Connect with peers from across agencies and sectors and collaborate on real-world challenges. Walk away with fresh ideas, practical tools you can use immediately, and a network of professionals who truly understand the unique demands, pressures, and purpose of your work.

L0105 Public Information Basics
2026-09-21 00:00 - 2026-09-23 23:59 (America/New_York) | Medina, OH, Medina, OH, United States

L0105 Public Information Basics
2026-09-21 00:00 - 2026-09-23 23:59 (America/New_York) | Pearland, TX, Pearland, TX, United States

L0105 Public Information Basics
2026-09-21 00:00 - 2026-09-23 23:59 (America/New_York) | Winnebago, NE, Winnebago, NE, United States

UT Master PIO
2026-09-21 00:00 - 2026-09-25 23:59 (America/New_York) | University of Tennessee LEIC, 193 Polk Avenue, Nashville, TN, 37210, United States
Step into a higher level of leadership and communication by joining the Master Public Information Officer Cohort. This program is designed for experienced professionals ready to move beyond delivering information to shaping strategy, building trust, and leading with confidence when it matters most. Through a dynamic, multi-disciplinary learning environment, you’ll strengthen your ability to navigate complex messaging, manage crises, and influence outcomes across agencies and communities. Participants also engage in professional leadership development through targeted assessments, including an emotional intelligence evaluation, helping you better understand your leadership style, strengthen self-awareness, and enhance how you lead and communicate under pressure. If you’re ready to elevate your impact and become a trusted voice in public service, the Master PIO Cohort is your next step.
