Training
Training
Our world-class trainings will equip you with knowledge, upskill your team, and prepare you for unexpected crises. Book a training with one of our experienced team members.
MEDIA Relations & CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS TRAINING
When facing off against a potentially hostile press corps, the favorable public image you've worked hard to build is in the balance. We help you achieve a positive performance that will reinforce the strength and integrity of your reputation.
SOCIAL MEDIA & THE FIRST AMENDMENT TRAINING
Knowing precisely how the First Amendment limits the ability of the government to delete most social media comments can protect you from a lawsuit, legal fees, and costly damages. We update you on recent laws and rulings and offer practical tips in plain language about what your agency is and isn't permitted to do.
Ohio PUBLIC RECORDS Law
Ohio government agencies are constantly under pressure from reporters and citizens to comply with the ever-changing and extremely complex public records and open meetings law. We've trained more government officials on sunshine laws than anyone in Ohio. And we can train you.
PUBLIC SPEAKING TRAINING
Giving an outstanding speech starts with outstanding preparation. That means crafting a compelling message and learning the presentation tips that make an audience listen and remember. From senators, CEOs, and a U.S. president, we've prepared the best to be the best.
Police PIO ACADEMY
If you're a police public information officer, your difficult day in the unblinking media spotlight will come. How well prepared are you? Come get hands-on training at our next Police PIO Academy!
Testimonials
““Best presentation I have attended at a seminar or conference in years. Mr. Weaver expertise in his field shines bright. Thank goodness for comedy relief- I could sit and listen to Mark for hours.””
““Mark was very engaging! The practical application of how to handle situations quickly and thoroughly was very useful.””
““I learned a lot of new things that I wasn’t even aware of when it comes to potentially getting sued. Mark was entertaining and his knowledge on the topic was invaluable.””
““Mark is an exceptional presenter. Informative, engaging. Mark was one of the most engaging presenters I’’ve had the good fortune to be in the presence of.””
““Mark Weaver should be teaching as many classes in this course as possible. His ability to convey a message is unmatched by any other instructor.””
““He’s a lawyer that uses his powers for good rather than evil. Those are hard to come by.””
““Mark’s presentation was insightful and engaging. I learned more today than I ever have in a single day.””
““Mark knows his stuff! I’m very grateful for his time and guidance. I will continue to use his advice for years to come!””
““Mark is a mix of effective communication, comedian, and influential mind behind many powerful folks. All three attributes combined today to provide a highly impactful learning experience.””
““Entire seminar was excellent. What could have easily been a boring day was very informative and interactive. Mr. Weaver’s knowledge was evident and his humor and real world examples were beneficial and refreshing.””
““Very animated and interesting speaker. Red and white checked shirt looked like a Bob Evans tablecloth. I thought lawyers made more money than that.””
““Mark did a webinar for us and he is really good. Great tips, engaging speaker, and his crisis tip card is priceless. He got high reviews. He also has a great team to work with, so it was excellent all around.””
““Impactful- it will make a difference in my professional and personal career.””
““Mark was engaging and utilized an appropriate amount of video, powerpoint, pictures and group exercises. Excellent!””
““Mark’s presentation was insightful and engaging. I learned more today than I ever have in a single day.””
““Sense of humor, kept me engaged, using real-life examples, made it real so it could happen again or need to learn from it, made it relevant and useful.””
