Sep 10, 2016 | President's Point of View
The National Information Officers Association (NIOA) is an organization of professionals dedicated to the continued improvement and evolution of information dissemination.
Since 1989, the National Information Officers Association has worked to bring public information officers together recognizing that we all have the same needs, problems and challenges. The NIOA is dedicated to being a resource for our members and the profession as a whole, and strives to provide the best training, networking opportunities and guidance to be the best information officer possible.
We are a unique and dynamic organization that is successful because of members like you, who are taking the time and initiative to better yourself, your agency and our profession. It’s this passion that exemplifies our organization as a premiere venue for training and networking in the field of information gathering and dissemination.
Our annual training conference held in August has become one of the most respected training venues for public safety, government and healthcare spokespersons in the industry. The NIOA’s Core Values state we are an organization that promotes “Professionalism, Ethics, Education, Networking”, something that I take very personally. The Executive Board, our Regional Directors and our members work very hard to provide a top-notch training experience, and we are filled to capacity every year.
The reason that the NIOA is so successful is because of its’ members. Whether you are brand new in public affairs or a seasoned veteran your opinion and voice matters. By being an active NIOA member adds to the validity of the organization, our core values and the need for competent, well-trained crisis communicators. Hallmarks that we profess are Honor, Integrity and Credibility … three attributes that define us as a professional spokesperson.
For the next year, I ask that you make a difference as a member of the NIOA. I am challenging every member three things for the next year. First, to recruit one new member by the time we meet in Florida. Secondly, I ask that you submit one article for submission for our online Bi-monthly newsletter and thirdly, to submit a presentation idea for next year’s conference.
One of my goals has always been to promote and grow the NIOA membership and we continue to accomplish that year after year. Another goal I have been working on with other professionals is to create a national accreditation for public information/public affairs officers. My hopes are this will be available within the next year.
The National Information Officers Association is always working to improve our members and our profession, and we hope that you will join us in Clearwater Beach, Florida for our 2017 training conference.
I am extremely honored and humbled to serve as the 27th President of the NIOA, and fortunate that I have been allowed to serve for a second time. I look forward to serving you, representing you and representing our great organization. Stay safe my friends, and see you on the Beach!
Sincerely,
Michael F. Fronimos
NIOA President 2016-2017
Mar 18, 2016 | Items of Note, NIOA Conference
2016 NIOA Conference – Full Details
August 28-31, 2016
Nashville, TN
Please read all registration information carefully. Rates change after the early-registration period. Hotel reservation information is included in this message.
Registration is now open!
Payment Methods
NIOA accepts both checks and credit cards for conference fees and cash at the door.
Please be advised there is a processing fee for credit cards. These fees will not be refunded. Purchase orders are not accepted.
ALL registrations must be paid in full prior to – or the day of – the event in order to attend.
Before June 30
Members
$495 with check
$515 with credit card
We must receive your membership dues and conference registration prior to June 30 for you to qualify for this rate. You may pay conference fees at the door.
Non-Members
$595 with check
$619 with credit card
We must receive your conference registration form on or before June 30 to get this rate. You may pay your conference fee at the door. This fee will give you membership in NIOA for the rest of calendar year 2016.
After June 30
For both members and non-members
$695 by check
$723 with credit card.
Day of Conference Registration
For both members and non-members
$795 by check
$827 with credit card
This is the fee for those that do not pre-register.
Registration closes August 5, 2016
NO REFUNDS after Friday, August 5
The conference registration form is your invoice. The word “Invoice” appears at the top of the check registration form.
Register for the NIOA 2016 Conference
Registration Policies
Refunds: Credit card refunds can only be made for 30 days after the initial charge date. Credit card process fees will not be added.
What to Wear
Meeting attire is business casual. We suggest dressing in layers since hotel meeting room temperatures can fluctuate.
Meals Provided
Continental breakfast will be available each morning Sunday-Wednesday.
There will be receptions Sunday and Wednesday nights with hot and cold hors d’oeuvres. Guests or spouses are welcome to attend the receptions, but children are not.
Watch this site, Facebook and Twitter, for up-to-date information about this year’s event.
Hotel Reservations Now Available
The conference fee does NOT include the cost of your hotel rooms.
Discounted room rates at both hotels are available until July 28, 2016 or until the block sells out, whichever comes first.
Conference Host Hotel
Downtown Hilton Hotel
Do not call the 1-800 Hilton reservations number. You must contact the hotel directly to get our room rate of $149.00, plus taxes. 615-620-1000 or you may use the online reservation link.
Currently self-parking is $22.00 a day, valet parking is $34.00.
Reserve your lodging for NIOA Annual Conference at the Hilton
Group Name: National Information Officers Association
Group Code: NATI
Hotel Name: Hilton Nashville Downtown
Hotel Address: 121 Fourth Avenue South
Nashville, Tennessee 37201
Phone Number: 615-620-1000
Overflow Hotel Registration
The Millennium Maxwell House Hotel
2025 Rosa L. Parks Blvd.
Nashville TN 37228
615-259-4343
Room rate is $149 per person, plus taxes.
Please call the number above for reservations; available 7am-7pm CT. You may also follow these instructions:
Parking is free; free limited bus service will be provided to and from the Hilton [conference hotel].
2016 Conference Sponsor
Sponsored by COPS/Langley Productions, Inc.
The National Information Officers Association (NIOA) is an organization of professionals dedicated to the continued improvement and evolution of information dissemination.