Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming law enforcement, and Public Information Officers (PIOs) stand to benefit greatly. PIOs need practical skills while addressing ethical issues like data privacy and algorithm bias, helping them foster trust and transparency in their communities.
Led by Robert Tornabene, a retired law enforcement officer with 27 years of experience, the course draws on his deep expertise in crisis communications, ensuring participants gain practical strategies to responsibly integrate AI into their work.
Robert Tornabene
2024 TOC Con Presenter
Robert Tornabene is a retired law enforcement officer with 27 years of service, progressing to Bureau Chief. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Capella University and has over 17 years of crisis communications experience. Robert has worked as a Public Information Officer in Illinois and Colorado and teaches crisis communications at Texas A&M TEEX. He also hosts The PIO Podcast and frequently contributes to Police One. A Northwestern University graduate from the School of Police Staff and Command, he is an active shooter training and crisis plan development expert.
What You’ll Learn…
This 2-hour course explores the transformative role of AI in law enforcement communications. Designed for PIOs, it covers AI-driven tools for information dissemination, social media monitoring, and crisis management.
Attendees will learn to harness AI’s potential while navigating ethical challenges such as data privacy and algorithm bias. Through case studies and best practices, the course will offer strategies for fostering trust, transparency, and community engagement using AI in their day-to-day responsibilities.
The PIO Podcast
The PIO Podcast is a platform for Public Information Officers (PIO’s) and Public Affairs Officers (PAO’s) in public sector organizations, including Police, Fire, EMS, FEMA, state, local, and federal government organizations.
The podcast aims to facilitate learning, growth, and discussion of issues that PIO’s/PAO’s may encounter within their profession. If you would like to support the podcast and connect with other PIO’s/PAO’s, please email us at thepiopodcast@gmail.com.
