About Us
THPR Group offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to meet the unique needs of businesses, government agencies, and school corporations in enhancing their communication strategies. Our services include:
Social Media Management: We provide expert management of social media platforms, ensuring that our clients maintain a positive and engaging online presence. Our services are tailored to amplify your brand's voice and reach, utilizing cutting-edge strategies and tools to monitor, analyze, and interact with your audience effectively.
Public Relations: THPR Group excels in crafting and disseminating clear, impactful messages that resonate with target audiences. We specialize in media relations, brand management, and event coordination, ensuring that your organization's image is professionally managed and promoted across all channels.
Crisis Communications: With a deep expertise in crisis communication, we prepare and support our clients through potential or active crises. Our approach includes crisis planning, real-time response management, and post-crisis analysis to mitigate impacts and maintain trust with stakeholders. We provide tailored training and simulations to ensure teams are ready to handle any situation with confidence.
Training and Mentoring: Leveraging over three decades of experience in public safety and crisis communication, we offer specialized training programs for Public Information Officers and communication specialists. Our programs are designed to enhance skills, improve operational effectiveness, and empower professionals to lead in high-stakes environments.
Strategic Communications Consulting: THPR Group advises on and implements comprehensive communication strategies that align with organizational goals and adapt to changing environments. We work closely with leadership to develop and refine communication policies, ensuring consistency and clarity across all platforms and interactions.
Our commitment to excellence and our extensive experience make THPR Group the partner of choice for organizations seeking to advance their communication capabilities and navigate today’s complex media landscape.
THPR Group offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to meet the unique needs of businesses, government agencies, and school corporations in enhancing their communication strategies. Our services include:
Social Media Management: We provide expert management of social media platforms, ensuring that our clients maintain a positive and engaging online presence. Our services are tailored to amplify your brand's voice and reach, utilizing cutting-edge strategies and tools to monitor, analyze, and interact with your audience effectively.
Public Relations: THPR Group excels in crafting and disseminating clear, impactful messages that resonate with target audiences. We specialize in media relations, brand management, and event coordination, ensuring that your organization's image is professionally managed and promoted across all channels.
Crisis Communications: With a deep expertise in crisis communication, we prepare and support our clients through potential or active crises. Our approach includes crisis planning, real-time response management, and post-crisis analysis to mitigate impacts and maintain trust with stakeholders. We provide tailored training and simulations to ensure teams are ready to handle any situation with confidence.
Training and Mentoring: Leveraging over three decades of experience in public safety and crisis communication, we offer specialized training programs for Public Information Officers and communication specialists. Our programs are designed to enhance skills, improve operational effectiveness, and empower professionals to lead in high-stakes environments.
Strategic Communications Consulting: THPR Group advises on and implements comprehensive communication strategies that align with organizational goals and adapt to changing environments. We work closely with leadership to develop and refine communication policies, ensuring consistency and clarity across all platforms and interactions.
Our commitment to excellence and our extensive experience make THPR Group the partner of choice for organizations seeking to advance their communication capabilities and navigate today’s complex media landscape.
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FUN Facts about THPR Group and our Staff
Our Owner & CEO
Todd A. Harmeson, "The PIO Guy"
I’m delighted to have you here on my website. Allow me to introduce myself and provide you with some insights into my background and experience. With over 30 years of dedicated service in public safety, I am an Advanced Public Information Officer (PIO) certified by FEMA. Currently, I hold the position of PIO for both the Chesterfield Police Department and the East Madison Fire Territory, situated in Madison County, IN, a mere 34 miles north of Indianapolis, IN.
My journey in the field of public safety and communications began in Vermillion County Emergency Response, located in Clinton, IN. This particular county was involved in the joint FEMA – US Army’s Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program (CSEPP) and housed a significant portion of the country’s VX Agent stockpile. During my time there, I started my PIO career and gained invaluable experience in emergency response and communication. Later, I returned to my hometown of Anderson, IN and assumed the role of PIO for the Madison County Emergency Management Agency.
In pursuit of expanding my skill set and knowledge, I underwent training at the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy, becoming a reserve police officer in 1997. This diverse background has provided me with a comprehensive understanding of emergency management, law enforcement, and public information. In 2000, I joined the Chesterfield Police Department as a reserve patrolman, where I had the opportunity to diversify my expertise further. Alongside my patrol duties, I became certified as a bicycle patrol officer, field training officer, instructor, and ultimately the public information officer for the department. Additionally, I became involved with the Chesterfield-Union Township Fire Department, now known as the East Madison Fire Territory, assuming the PIO role there as well.
Throughout my career as a PIO, I have witnessed remarkable technological advancements. From the days of facsimile machines to the introduction of email and the advent of social media, the way information is shared and disseminated has transformed significantly. The public now possesses the power of live video, allowing them to capture and share crucial moments in real-time. As a dedicated Public Information Officer, my primary focus is ensuring that the public remains well-informed about critical issues, safety awareness, education, and public safety concerns. I firmly believe that by empowering individuals with accurate and timely information, they can make informed decisions regarding their safety and the well-being of their loved ones.
Moreover, my passion for the field extends beyond my own role. I take great pleasure in mentoring and guiding new PIOs, sharing my knowledge and experiences to help shape the next generation of communicators. It is this dedication to teaching and mentoring that has inspired me to establish “ThePioGuy,” a platform where I can continue to support and provide resources for current and aspiring PIOs.
Thank you for visiting our website. If you are looking specifically for some Public Information related training tip, tricks and tidbits, be sure to check out The PIO Guy website. Together, let’s continue to make a positive impact in public safety communication.