California Association of Public Information Officials (CAPIO)

Are you ready to elevate your media relations game and ensure your agency’s news gets the coverage it deserves? "Acing Media Relations and Getting Your Agency’s News Covered" with CAPIO's Rising Star Award-Winner Joshua Dean, Communications and Media Production Specialist with The County of Fresno, is packed with practical insights and strategies. Join us next Thursday, December 12 at 11 a.m. Learn how to build strong relationships with media professionals, craft compelling stories, and navigate the ever-evolving media landscape to ensure your news stands out. Key Takeaways: 🎦 Building Relationships: Learn effective strategies for establishing and maintaining positive relationships with journalists and media outlets. 🗞️ Crafting Compelling Stories: Discover the elements of a newsworthy story and how to present your agency’s news to capture media interest. 🎦 Pitching Techniques: Master the art of pitching, including creating attention-grabbing pitches and following up effectively. 🗞️ Media Kits and News Releases: Gain insights into creating comprehensive media kits and writing news releases that stand out. 📱 Leveraging Digital Tools: Explore the latest digital tools and platforms that can enhance your media outreach efforts. 🎤 Handling Media Inquiries: Develop skills to respond promptly and appropriately to media inquiries, ensuring your agency’s message is communicated clearly. Register today at https://lnkd.in/gJ3T23JP

Take a break from holiday shopping and end-of-year deadlines, and join us for some holly jolly networking! Join the PRSAIE, American Advertising Federation - Inland Empire and California Association of Public Information Officials (CAPIO) as we celebrate a year well done, reconnect with old friends and network with potential partners. 🗓️ December 11, 2024 🕠5:30 PM to 8:30 PM 📍Batter Rebellion 5 East Citrus Avenue, Suite 110, Redlands, CA, 92373 🎟️ $35 includes one drink ticket and appetizers Come dressed in your favorite holiday sweater and bring a wrapped toy that will be donated to a local children’s charity. 🎁 Members and non-members are encouraged to attend. Register today at https://lnkd.in/gjz3Fig6

One of CAPIO’s strengths is the amount of professional and institutional knowledge our members have. On Wednesday, December 11 at 1 p.m., some of our longest-serving members will share their expertise and offer advice during our first CAPIO Past Presidents “Ask Me Anything” webinar! During this FREE webinar, these CAPIO past presidents will be on hand to answer all of your questions about career advancement, crisis communications, graphic design, and anything else: ⭐ Lael Wageneck, MPA, APR, Public Information Officer for the County of Santa Barbara Public Works Department ⭐ Christine Brainerd, MPA, APR, Communications Manager for the City of Folsom ⭐ C.L. L.opez, Public Information Officer for Riverside County Department of Public Social Services ⭐ Jenny Windle, MPA, President and Founder of JPW Communications Questions will be asked and answered during the event, but please feel free to email questions in advance to info@capio.org. More session information and registration can be found at https://lnkd.in/gu5dM85D

Thank you to Cameron Amano, Communications Specialist for San Bernardino County Employees' Retirement Association (SBCERA) for writing an insightful and inspiring essay on "My First Year at CAPIO". She also achieved a J. Lindsey Wolf Certificate in Communications and won Awards of Distinction this year from CAPIO 🎉 "As a member for just over a year, I have found it to be an enriching experience filled with resources that have helped me adapt and thrive in my new role. From day one, I was welcomed into a community of dedicated professionals eager to share their knowledge and experiences." "Among the many resources CAPIO provides, I particularly value the access to seminars and webinars. These sessions have proven to be incredibly insightful, covering a variety of topics directly applicable to my work... CAPIO has equipped me with new tools and strategies that I’ve been able to implement in my role." Read the full essay: https://lnkd.in/gGtvwrC8

🌊 Join ACWA and California Association of Public Information Officials (CAPIO) for a powerful webinar on revolutionizing water education! Discover fresh, dynamic ways to inspire water conservation, sustainability, and workforce development. Let’s shape the future together! 📅 Save the date and register now:

Join us for our December 3 webinar where our panelists will dissect the anatomy of a cyber threat and explore the pivotal role of strategic communication in crisis management. https://lnkd.in/gUc3x3w4. We are looking forward to hearing from members Kevin Lee and Scott Summerfield along with Greg Gatzke

Save the date and RSVP! 🥂 Mingle Bells 2024: Year-End Networking Celebration ✨ Free Central California Mixer! This annual event is a time for communications professionals from across Central California to come together for networking, celebrating, and toasting to a successful year! This year, we are thrilled to announce that Mingle Bells is co-hosted by PRSA Central California Chapter and CAPIO, adding even more opportunities to expand your professional circle. Members of PRSA or CAPIO will receive a complimentary drink on us! Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024 Time: 5:00 PM Location: Pizza Del Pane, 8043 N Cedar Ave, Fresno, CA 93720 Cost: Free to attend! Reserve your spot today—tickets are free, but space is limited! Register: https://lnkd.in/g5XF_vvH

CAPIO has a few spots remaining for a special guided tour on Tuesday, November 19 of the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing! This is a groundbreaking project that represents a milestone in wildlife conservation and sustainable infrastructure. Located over the 101 Freeway in Southern California, this innovative structure is the largest wildlife bridge of its kind, designed to reconnect the natural habitats that have been divided by urban development. This is an exclusive opportunity to hear from a panel who brought this project to fruition and also go on a walking tour of the crossing. The panel will focus on the tactics, challenges and successes of this collaborative communications effort. Panel Participants: City of Agoura Hills Caltrans World Wildlife Federation LVMWD Tuesday, November 19 Panel discussion 9 – 11 a.m. Tour 11:15 a.m. – 1 p.m. Location: City of Agoura Hills City Hall, 30001 Ladyface Court, Agoura Hills, CA 91301 Limited space! More info + registration: https://lnkd.in/gjjHkPJM

Recent news headlines have been sounding the alarm about “forever” chemicals called PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). Across California, local governments and public agencies face a growing need to educate and inform the communities we serve about these troublesome pollutants and how they impact our health and environment. Join us for our next Power Lunch Webinar hosted by Alyssa Downs, Manager of Communications at California Association of Sanitation Agencies, and Emily E Barnett, Communications and Government Relations Manager of Central Contra Costa Sanitary District. NAVIGATING PFAS: DATA-DRIVEN COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGIES FOR PUBLIC AGENCIES, on Tuesday, November 19 at 11 a.m. will equip you with the necessary knowledge and tools to communicate effectively about this pressing issue. If you work for a fire, airport, water, or wastewater district, you likely already feel the urgency to create a PFAS communications strategy. Key Take-Aways: ☑ Delve into the results of state-wide surveys regarding public awareness and concerns about PFAS. Understand what the public knows, what they fear, and where there are gaps in understanding. ✅ Learn best practices for communicating complex environmental issues like PFAS to the public. ☑ Explore the new toolkit, including infographics, videos, and social media content, learning how to implement these tools effectively in your communication strategies. Session info + registration at https://lnkd.in/gyU7nQve

🎉 Join us for the Winter Mega Mixer! Get ready for a night of fun, networking, and connection with Sacramento’s top communications professionals! Expect exciting games like bowling, billiards, cornhole, Scrabble, and Jenga—perfect for breaking the ice and making new connections. 🏓🎱🎯 Your ticket includes a complimentary first drink 🍹 and delicious light appetizers to keep you fueled for an unforgettable evening. Whether you're looking to expand your network, celebrate a successful year, or just have a good time, this is an event you won’t want to miss! Tickets cost $25 for members and students and $35 for the general public. DON'T MISS OUT: https://lnkd.in/gASGGSw7 We hope to see you there! 🤝 #WinterMegaMixer #Networking #Sacramento #Communications #PR #Marketing #NetworkingEvent #SacramentoEvents #Meetup #PublicRelations