Public Speaking for Public Safety Professionals

You didn’t get into law enforcement to be a public speaker, yet being a leader in the community means taking on that role at times. Julie Parker Communications presents a two-day course on improving your public speaking skills for presenting at community events, law enforcement ceremonies, before political boards and councils and even on-camera. This course highlights public speaking best practices and offers practical exercises with constructive feedback from seasoned public speaking professionals. Training topics include:

• Prepping for Presentations: Organization and Structure
• Messaging and Bridging
• Engaging Your Audience: Paint a Picture and Evoke Emotion
• Optics
• Body Language and Nonverbal Communication
• Controlling the Environment and Officer Safety
• Overcoming Nerves

Let us help you unlock your public speaking potential and elevate your communication skills. Our in-depth training will equip you with the skills and, perhaps most importantly, the practice in a low-risk environment, to better bring the messages of your agency to the community it serves.

Effective public communication has never been more complex or more important. Obtain time-tested tools from two communications instructors highly experienced in managing the message. As two former journalists, Ashley (James) Wilson and Emilie (Voss) Eager have extensive backgrounds in public speaking. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your communications skills and make an impact for your organization.

Emilie Eager brings a diverse background, merging her media, law enforcement and public relations expertise. Previously, Julie Parker hired her to help lead the Media Relations Bureau for the Fairfax County Police Department in Virginia. While there she graduated from the PERF Senior Management Institute for Police. She was also honored as a 3-time Emmy award winning journalist during an extensive broadcast career. Emilie joins Julie Parker Communications after overseeing public relations for CARFAX, a leading brand in automotive.

Ashley Wilson is an award-winning journalist specializing in media training and effective public speaking and presentation. She most recently anchored Good Morning Maryland in Baltimore. Ashley also worked for the Fox News Channel and local stations in Salisbury, Maryland, and Toledo, Ohio. In Toledo, she was responsible for a weekly franchise called “Most Wanted Wednesday,” which helped law enforcement catch upwards of 100 suspects. Ashley has an M.B.A. with a concentration in Homeland Security.

Training certificates are available upon request.

Group Rate

There is a group rate of 10% off per ticket ($59.50) for two or more registrations from the same organization. Use promo code JPCGroup2 when registering 2 or more students.

Registration Transfer Policy

We understand that things come up for busy public safety professionals. Purchased tickets are transferable to another student or the registered person may apply the registration fee to another JPC course anywhere in the country within 24 months of the original scheduled course.

Course Cancellation Policy

While it happens rarely, Julie Parker Communications might need to cancel a scheduled program. We strive to make this decision a minimum of fourteen days before the training date(s) and promptly inform all registered participants. In cases of course cancellations by JPC, the full registration fee will be reimbursed. However, it's important to note that JPC cannot be held accountable for any financial losses resulting from cancellations or alterations in travel arrangements.

Photo/Audio/Video Release

By registering for and attending this event, you acknowledge and grant consent to being photographed or video recorded for incorporation into various media materials, including but not restricted to flyers, invitations, magazines, websites, annual reports, and newsletters. To safeguard individual privacy, images will not be linked to full names or personal identification details unless written authorization is obtained from the individuals depicted. If you don't consent, just let us know upon arrival at the course.

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We do not share or lease information with external parties. By submitting your details, you consent to receiving electronic communications from Julie Parker Communications. We won't bombard you with emails, but you can opt-out by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email from us.

Non-Discrimination Policy

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment that values and respects the contributions of every individual. Our non-discrimination policy ensures that all participants are treated equitably and with respect, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

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