From natural disasters to criminal incidents, public safety situations often involve multiple agencies. Silo statements shared during a crisis can result in mixed messaging. In this presentation, Police PIO Kate Kimble and School District Communication Director Madeline Noblett will talk about methods of preventing communication collisions, share examples of effective integration strategies, discuss ways to strengthen regional relationships, and provide actionable plans for cross-functional training.

• Identify and engage cross-functional partners in your region
• Create your own local training for PIOs and executive leaders
• Navigate opportunities and challenges that arise when multiple agencies have a message to share
• Know when to create original content and when to amplify partner messages