calendar_month Date: April 29, 2021
schedule Time: 5:00 pm Eastern
event ComNetLOCAL Event
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Speakers
What’s it like to hold the top communications role in a social-sector organization, and what are the skills it takes to get there? Nonprofit organizations and foundations are recognizing the importance of communications to achieving their missions — and creating Chief Communications Officer roles to lead increasingly complex and integrated communications strategies. Whether you’re part of a large communications shop or leading a department of one, understanding how to think like a chief communications officer can help you anticipate the needs of your organization and advance in your own career.
Join ComNetDC for a conversation with two chief communications officers from our local network:
Ann DeFabio Doyle, Chief Communications Officer, the Pew Charitable Trusts
Frank Tramble, Chief Communications Officer, Howard University
We’ll talk about:
Career pathways to the top communications role
What these CCOs have learned on the job
Key leadership skills that will help comms pros at any level
We’re looking forward to hearing your questions for these great panelists.
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Join Circles, communities of practice for Network members to connect based on the role you play, the issue/topic your organization focuses on, or your shared identities.
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