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.
The PIO Podcast
Darren Wright - PIO - Oro Valley Police Department (AZ)
Darren Wright is currently the Public Information Officer for Oro Valley AZ Police.
He retired from the Washington State Patrol as a Sergeant, after serving 31 years. His final assignment was the Headquarters Public Information Officer (PIO), where he handled major media inquiries, statewide impact incidents and oversaw the district PIO program.
He has a master’s degree in communications with a Public Relations concentration from Southern New Hampshire University and a bachelor’s degree in communication from the same university.
He is an Honorably discharged veteran from the United States Marine Corps.
Darren Wright - dwright@orovalleyaz.gov
