2014 Digital Communications Tour: TX

This event qualifies for 2.5 CPEs

Would reaching 10X as many stakeholders help you meet organizational goals? Do you know how to use everyday communications to attract more stakeholders? How can your communications engage stakeholders to take action – online or offline – to truly drive mission value for your organization?

If these questions sound familiar, register to join your colleagues at our 2014 Digital Communications Tour in Austin, Texas. Hear from private sector thought leaders and public sector experts, including some of your most successful peers in government, who will provide insightful communication strategies and tactics that you can use to be more effective, efficient and engaging, ultimately driving stakeholder action and meeting mission goals. The agenda will also provide ample time for you to network with colleagues and interact with speakers.

The event is free for all government employees and contractors. (Non-government registrants are subject to host’s approval.) Register today for the 2014 Digital Communications Tour. Space is limited!

Speaker and Presenter Information

Carly Montez

Senior Marketing Specialist | Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

Carly Montez is a Senior Marketing Specialist at the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. She has been with TPWD for over six years after a love for the outdoors drove her to apply for an internship with the department shortly after graduating from college. Carly’s primary responsibilities at TPWD include managing: email communication efforts, revenue-generating direct response marketing campaigns such as efforts to retain hunters and anglers, and the Big Time Texas Hunts program. She graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Southwestern University in 2007. Before working at TPWD, Carly gained experience in marketing through a variety of internships, including writing for the Bryan-College Station Eagle, working in sports information at Southwestern, and marketing for Simon Properties and GX Creative Communications.

Steve Ressler

Founder and President | GovLoop

Steve Ressler is the Founder and President of GovLoop.com, the “Knowledge Network for Government” which connects and fosters collaboration among over 100,000+ members of the government community. On GovLoop, members use social media such as blogs, videos, and forums to discuss best practices and share ideas on improving government.

Steve is a 3rd generation public sector leader and spent 6 years in roles at Social Security Administration, Department of Education, Department of Homeland Security Inspector General, and DHS Immigrations and Customs Enforcement. He has won the 2010 GovTech Top 25 Doers, Dreamers, and Drivers Award, the 2007 and 2009 Federal 100 Award, and the 2009 AFCEA Bethesda Social Media Award. Additionally, he has been featured in many publications and conferences including the Washington Post, Harvard Kennedy School, World Economic Forum, Wall Street Journal, Fox News, Huffington Post, among others.

Steve is also the co-founder of Young Government Leaders (YGL), a professional organization of over 2,000 government employees across the U.S. He is a Master's graduate from the University of Pennsylvania where he received the Department of Homeland Security Fellowship. When not in D.C., he spends his time with his wife, his son, and two cats in Tampa, Florida.

Aleka Powell

Client Success Consultant | GovDelivery

Aleka Powell, Client Success Consultant for GovDelivery, works to help state and local government organizations succeed in their communication efforts. With more than ten years of customer service and account management experience, not only does she inform clients of best practices that can help them meet goals and expand outreach, Aleka also helps her clients uncover new solutions to make their jobs easier and more effective.

Jeremy Greene

Vice President of Product Management | GovDelivery

As Vice President of Product Management, Jeremy leads the collaborative effort behind GovDelivery’s product strategy and execution, combining feedback from marketing, sales, development, and customers to set the strategic vision and lead the rollout of new products and features. Prior to joining the GovDelivery team, Jeremy spent time at SPS Commerce, Oracle and Accenture. Before embarking on a career in business, Jeremy spent time in the U.S. Navy. Jeremy received his undergraduate degree in Political Science from North Dakota State and his MBA from the Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota.