Are you ready to connect with like-minded communications professionals from utilities and trade associations? 💧⚡ Don’t miss PRSA California Capital Chapter's second “night out” of 2024 on July 25, which will be a High Voltage Hangout. Note: you do not need to be a member of PRSA or CAPIO to attend – please invite friends and colleagues! This month’s night out is co-hosted by the California Association of Public Information Officials (CAPIO) and will take place at Brahma Bar and Grill in Fair Oaks from 4:00 - 6:00 PM. This FREE mixer is the perfect opportunity to expand your professional network, share ideas, and unwind in a relaxed atmosphere. Reserve your spot today! https://bit.ly/4f04mSq
California Association of Public Information Officials (CAPIO)
Public Relations and Communications Services
Chico, California 1,941 followers
Advancing public sector communicators
About us
Overview The California Association of Public Information Officials (CAPIO) is a membership organization serving more than 500 professionals throughout the public sector who engage communities through honest and transparent communication. CAPIO provides California-focused education and networking that helps our members and their agencies develop and advance. We believe that good government requires good communicators. But CAPIO is NOT just for city public information officials (PIOs). In addition to a core group of municipal and state communications professionals, CAPIO counts among its members the staff of school districts, counties, water and air pollution control districts, parks and open space districts, private PR firms, municipal television channels, police and fire departments, and more—professionals who handle public information and communications duties for these agencies and organizations. In fact, CAPIO’s special district and school district membership is growing daily. Our Mission To promote awareness of the public information profession and its value, by advancing standards of integrity, recognizing excellence, and offering training and support for members. Our History CAPIO was founded in 1971 by a group of ten public information practitioners in Orange and Los Angeles counties. Today—more than 40 years later and over 500 members strong—CAPIO owes much to the vision of its founders who recognized the value of well-trained and professional communicators in serving the public’s interest. They realized the importance of providing continuing professional growth opportunities and support for both veteran and new practitioners.
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http://www.capio.org
External link for California Association of Public Information Officials (CAPIO)
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- Public Relations and Communications Services
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- 501-1,000 employees
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- Chico, California
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- Nonprofit
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- 1971
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P.O. Box 8840
Chico, California 95927, US
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Unlock the power of persuasive communication with CAPIO and the Association of California Water Agencies in our dynamic webinar on mastering the art of crafting and placing op-eds. Join us next Thursday, July 18 at 11 a.m. for Mastering the Op-Ed: From Concept to Publication, featuring moderators and speakers: Melissa Williams, Public Affairs Manager at Modesto Irrigation District Alice M. Walton, Vice President at Fiona Hutton & Associates Philp, Tom, Opinion Writer at The Sacramento Bee and Nicky Loomis, Opinion Editor with the Desert Sun Key Takeaways: 📝 Writing Techniques: Turn complex topics into clear, engaging content. 🔍 Selecting Op-Ed Worthy Topics: Choose topics that resonate and support your objectives. ✍️ Crafting the Op-Ed: Build compelling narratives with essential components. 🎯 Personalizing the Pitch: Tailor your approach to different editorial boards. 🕒 Timing and PR Perspective: Master strategic timing and PR considerations. Learn more about the webinar and register now at https://lnkd.in/gAE8fA9c
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#SavetheDate or register now for CAPIO ADVANCED TRACK: Strategic Evolution: Unlock Success with a Client-Centric Model for Your Communications Team on Thursday, July 31 at 1 p.m. Key Takeaways include: ✔ Move from a one-size-fits-all model to a tailored, client-based approach, recognizing City Departments as primary clients. ✔ Build strong connections with various department personnel to understand unique needs and day-to-day requirements. ✔ Ensure proactive communication to address potential issues early, fostering a collaborative problem-solving environment. This webinar for advanced communicators will be led by Heather Sumagaysay, Public Information Officer and Communication Manager, and Jennifer Buckley, Senior Communications Specialist, both from the City of Ventura. To register or learn more about the webinar, visit https://lnkd.in/gwECDGhj
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This week! PRSA California Capital Chapter and CAPIO are hosting a virtual discussion on Thursday, July 11 at 2 p.m. "Communications Pathways: Unlocking Audience Engagement" will explore the importance of leveraging trusted messengers to engage diverse audiences through unique channels. The proprietary insights stem from extensive research into the evolving landscape of media and information consumption. The event is FREE for PRSA California Capital Chapter members, CAPIO members, and PRSSA students and $20 for non-members. More info and registration at https://lnkd.in/gUFuqiRf
Brands and communicators work hard to reach the audiences they want to serve. Whether promoting an organization, selling a product or service, or disseminating information, marketing and PR are ineffective if they don't reach the right people. On July 11 from 2 to 3 PM, #PRSASac and California Association of Public Information Officials (CAPIO) are hosting a virtual discussion that will explore the realm of trusted messengers. Julie Phillips, President and Partner, and Rachel Marquardt, MBA, Manager of Digital Strategy, of Randle Communications, will lead the discussion. Julie and Rachel will showcase the importance of leveraging trusted messengers to engage diverse audiences through unique channels, using proprietary insights stemming from extensive research into the evolving landscape of media and information consumption. Register today! https://bit.ly/4buL8Bv
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Congratulations to CAPIO member Jennifer Vaughn, APR, Principal, Tripepi Smith, for recently receiving her Accreditation in Public Relations 🎉 The APR designation is the gold standard of achievement in the public relations and communications fields. Are you ready to start your own APR journey? Learn more at capio.org/apr.
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More kudos to our prestigious Paul B. Clark Achievement Award recipient Maurice C. 👏
ICYMI...one of our amazing communicators, Maurice C., received the prestigious Paul B. Clark Achievement Award by the California Association of Public Information Officials (CAPIO) this May during the CAPIO Annual Conference and Awards Dinner in Indian Wells. Maurice is the Public Information Officer for our Environmental Utilities Department and has demonstrated a strong commitment to both the communications field and CAPIO, working to raise the profile of government communicators on the local, state and national level. His nearly 10 years of service on the CAPIO board includes serving as President from 2020-2022. In his 24-year career that includes work in both the public and private sectors, Maurice has honed his skills in issues and perception management, campaign development and execution, branding, social media, and digital communication strategies. He has worked across the state on community engagement initiatives and locally at various levels of government. His work has been recognized by professional organizations including CAPIO, PRSA, 3MCA and CASA. Recent honors for various campaigns include 50 Years of Water Excellence, Leaks are Scary, and Water Professionals Appreciation Week—all projects focused on informing, educating, and engaging customers and the community. “Saying that I’m honored and grateful for this recognition doesn’t quite capture how I feel,” said Maurice. “In my career, I’ve been lucky to learn from some amazing people who’ve helped me become the best communications professional and leader I can be. That includes many folks in our CAPIO community. Being part of CAPIO has changed things for me. And I’m thankful I can give back in a field I love, helping others grow and ensuring government communications are top-notch.” Congrats Maurice!
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Deadline approaching! Last call for speakers for the CAPIO Leadership Summit on October 3-4, 2024, in picturesque Northern California. Submit your session by this Friday, June 21. CAPIO invites thought leaders, innovators, and seasoned professionals to share their wisdom and insights to submit sessions on topics including: ✅ Securing a Position in the C-Suite ✅ Effective Management Techniques ✅ Strategic Thinking within Public Agencies ✅ Leadership Competencies for the Public Sector ✅ Navigating Change and Transformation Learn more about the summit and submit your session at https://lnkd.in/ghDhuwfS
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This Monday, June 24, CAPIO is offering a FREE webinar, Mentorship Monday: Strategies, Success Stories and CAPIO's Path to Professional Growth, featuring distinguished speakers from mentoring industry experts and veteran communicators, including Mary Ann Pearson, Ed.D.,APR, C.L. L.opez, Julie Van Hook and Liselle Regueiro DeGrave, APR. Key takeaways include: ✅ Understanding membership benefits ✅ Data-driven mentorship strategies ✅ Maximizing CAPIO's mentoring program ✅ Networking and professional growth CAPIO’s quarterly Mentorship Monday series offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity for communications up-and-comers to obtain priceless advice and guidance from the most respected leaders in our industry today. Learn from seasoned communications professionals from across the state and from varying backgrounds to support achievement, success, learning and growth. Learn more about the session, speakers and register at https://lnkd.in/gjemw3s3
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Hope you are all having a great start to your week! Here is some #MondayMotivation for you: This weekend, the County of Riverside left the National Academy of Arts & Sciences Pacific Southwest Chapter's 2024 Emmy Awards with two golden statuettes. "DEIA Stories" by the RivCo Executive Office won Outstanding Achievement in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Programming, while Riverside County Sheriff's Office won for "Operation Intercept" in the Crime & Justice category, which also won a CAPIO EPIC Award for Video Production PSA (In-House)! Check out DEIA Stories: https://lnkd.in/gnb8FRin and Operation Intercept: https://lnkd.in/gJBWWpng Rancho Water received an Award of Distinction for their campaign featuring “Be A Water Hero”: RanchoWater.com/WaterHero Tag us on social media if you have any motivating achievements for CAPIO members! Great work to Emmy-winning CAPIO members at the County of Riverside and Rancho Water! #WeAreCAPIO
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#ICYMI Joshua Dean from The County of Fresno won the inaugural CAPIO Rising Star Award! The Rising Star Award is presented to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional abilities, skills, and talents in growing their skillset in the pursuit of advancing public engagement and outreach for a public agency within the first five years of their career. “CAPIO is about advancing public-sector communicators across all levels of government. Joshua’s career growth and engaging video production work reflect CAPIO’s mission and the spirit behind the Rising Star Award,” said CAPIO Immediate Past President Lael Wageneck, MPA, APR. “We are excited to see where Joshua’s career takes him as he continues his public service work in the Central Valley.” At this year's CAPIO Conference, he was also on the Fresno County Communications team that won 2024 Frank Potter Cowan Crisis Communicator of the Year Award for their extraordinary efforts to educate the public on the dangers of winter storms that struck the County in 2023. Learn more about Joshua's background and why he was honored at https://lnkd.in/gqgZpMsX.
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