AMO-OMAA Series: Crisis Communication in Action: The Mayor-CAO Dynamic During Disasters

Building on the strong interest and success of our first session—The Mayor-CAO Relationship: Building a Foundation for Success—AMO and OMAA invite you to the second event in this vital leadership series. Session two focuses on the Mayor-CAO dynamic when disaster strikes.

In times of a local crisis—be it flood, fire, pandemic, or cyberattack—the effectiveness of municipal communication can shape the trajectory of the response and community trust. At the heart of that communication: the Mayor and the CAO.

Join us for an engaging and timely discussion on how this leadership duo can navigate the high-pressure environment of emergencies. Who speaks when? How do you ensure clarity, confidence, and community reassurance in the heat of the moment? What lessons have others learned?

You’ll hear real-life experiences and lessons learned from municipal leaders who have weathered the storm—literally and figuratively.

What You’ll Gain:

  • A deeper understanding of the distinct and complementary roles of the Mayor and CAO in times of crisis
  • Insights into strategic communication practices that build public trust
  • Tools to strengthen your crisis leadership partnership before the next emergency
  • Reflections on maintaining morale and clarity inside your organization while addressing the public

Don’t wait for a crisis to test your communication strategy. Join AMO, OMAA, and your municipal peers to learn from those who’ve led under pressure.

Featured Panelists:
•    Mayor Nancy Alcock and CAO Denise Corry, Town of Huntsville
•    Mayor Fred Mota and CAO Michelle Hendry, Municipality of Red Lake

Moderator:
•    Lindsay Jones, AMO Director of Policy
 

Date: June 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Register here for this FREE webinar.