Deanna Bettineschi
Public Information Manager | City of Hollywood PD
Deanna Bettineschi grew up in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. She attended the University of Florida where she majored in Telecommunications and Minored in Communications Studies. She began her career in 2011 in TV News. Deanna was a reporter/anchor for almost a decade when she decided to change careers.
In December of 2020, Deanna became the Public Information Manager for the Hollywood Police Department. Deanna manages the social media accounts for the department, produces press releases, updates the department’s website, does on-camera interviews, and facilitates press conferences.
Deanna is married to her husband Tommy, who is a Navy Veteran, who also works at the police department. Together, they have a 7 year old Dalmatian named Pongo.
3:05 - 4:00 PM Breakout Session
Monday 16th Sept
Community Outreach | Catering to Youth
This presentation focuses on how to connect with youth through social media. The goal is to increase social media followers and engagement, how to get officers and command staff involved, and how to make a connection with your community.