SMILE Conference September 8-10
iSMILE Conference on October 14-15
Virtual SMILE Conference (Live Stream) – 3-Day access for only $599 –Register here
Join the premier event dedicated to enhancing communication and public engagement within law enforcement. The SMILE and iSMILE Conferences bring together PIOs, social media experts, and communication professionals from across the globe to share innovative strategies, cutting-edge tools, and best practices. Elevate your agency’s digital presence and foster stronger community connections with insights from industry leaders.
With iSMILE, delve into advanced investigative techniques using social media, enhancing your ability to solve cases and protect your community. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your approach to social media and investigative techniques in law enforcement.
Join us from September 8-10, 2025, in Ashville, NC for an unparalleled experience of learning, networking, and innovation.
Every issue that arises in the realm of law enforcement and social media will be explored in detail at our conferences. It’s time to start planning your participation and ensure you are at the forefront of social media innovation in law enforcement. Start your journey with us.
Start planning your participation in the leading law enforcement conference that specializes in social media. The SMILE (Social Media in Law Enforcement) Conference brings together PIOs, social media personnel, Community Outreach, and communications staff within law enforcement agencies to explore the latest trends, tools, and best practices.
One of the most important aspects of law enforcement today is the effective use of social media for investigations. The iSMILE (Investigative Social Media in Law Enforcement) Conference, following the main SMILE Conference, delves into advanced investigative techniques and strategies. We will help you enhance your skills and knowledge.
Sheriff of Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office
Sheriff Ric Bradshaw has dedicated over five decades to law enforcement, making significant contributions to public safety in Palm Beach County. Beginning his career with the West Palm Beach Police Department, he rose through the ranks to become Chief of Police in 1996. In 2004, Bradshaw was elected as the Sheriff of Palm Beach County and has been re-elected for five terms, making him the longest-serving sheriff in the county's history. Bradshaw leads the largest law enforcement agency in Palm Beach County, overseeing six departments and a workforce of over 4,300 employees and 1,500 volunteers. His leadership has been marked by a tough-on-crime approach, focusing on dismantling gangs, combating cybercrime, and addressing human trafficking. He has also prioritized mental health support within the agency and invested significantly in new technologies and community programs. An advocate for community-based policing, Bradshaw holds numerous prestigious positions, including Chairman of the Florida Sheriffs Emergency Task Force for Region 7 and membership on the Executive Board of the FBI’s Joint Terrorist Task Force. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management and a Master's in Administration with a specialization in Emergency Management (Florida Sheriffs Association) (Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office) (FL Politics).
Public Affairs Manager | Miami Dade Corrections & Rehabilitation Dept
Head of the Innovation & Project Management Division
Assistant Professor | School of Criminolgy | Cst. Sam Zacharias
Communications Manager | National Crime Prevention Council
Retired Police Chief. Former Undersheriff.
Before joining the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office in Feb 2023, I was the 11th Police Chief of the Mountain View Police Department for over two years, where I led a team of dedicated professionals who served the community with excellence and innovation. I am a founding board member of "The Curve", a non-profit started with Simon Sinek, that provides leadership development and resources to modernize police culture from the inside-out.
Senior Social Media Specialist | Miami Dade PD
Angelica Kellner is the Senior Social Media Specialist for the Miami-Dade Police Department (MDPD). She grew up in Miami, FL and attended Florida International University where she majored in Communication Arts. In March 2018, she joined the MDPD as a Social Media Specialist. As the Senior Social Media Specialist, she is responsible for all social media communications on behalf of the Department and the coordination of effective messaging to the community. The Department provides information, via all social media platforms, during a State of Emergency, major events, large scale community events, newsworthy incidents, and/or anything regarding public safety. Angelica helps manage the social media accounts for the department, produces social media videos, campaigns, and content. In her six years in the department, she has part of major incidents such as the Surfside Building Collapse, Line of Duty Deaths, Hurricanes, and major events such as the Super Bowl, College Football National Championship, and Formula 1. For the past four years, Angelica has been an instructor for the Social Media portion of the Annual Public Information Officer Workshop, hosted in Miami, FL. Prior to joining the MDPD, Angelica worked in a PR Agency where she had Local, State, and Federal clients, helping with social media content creation, crisis response and campaigns. She also worked as a Public Relations Aide for the City of Miami for over a year.
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Discover how to revolutionize your agency’s approach to digital communication and investigative techniques. Learn from top experts who are shaping the future of social media in law enforcement. Gain insights into the latest trends, tools, and strategies that will enhance your skills and elevate your department’s online presence.
SMILE Conference 2024 is the leading event for law enforcement professionals to enhance their social media strategies and community engagement. (Click on the Date to see the Agenda)
SMILE Conference 2024 is the leading event for law enforcement professionals to enhance their social media strategies and community engagement.
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