#commsweek
The Future of Communications Is Here
Communications Week is Ragan’s annual convergence of leaders and luminaries, who join in across the U.S. — and even the world — to chart the future of communications, public relations, social media and beyond. During this insightful series of in-person and virtual events, we celebrate and accelerate the role of the communicator in organizations through education, inspiration, mentorship, technology showcases, networking opportunities and more.
The thought leaders at these events guide the communicator’s path to building on your successes and ensure your seat at the table and your voice in the room. Here, explore wisdom and insights from our 2023 events, and look ahead to what’s coming Nov. 13-15, 2024, in Austin, Tex., during our 2024 Future of Communications Conference, as well as satellite events throughout Comms Week.
News & Updates from Comms Week
- More CEOs are being called before Congress: The role comms must play
- Prioritizing empathy alongside urgency during a crisis
- How to tell data-driven stories in a snappy way
- A look at recent unionization efforts by the numbers
- 50+ comms case studies to shape your 2024 strategy
- Exercises and reflections to start strong in 2024
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Virtual Events
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Future of Communications Conference
November 13-15 | Austin, TX
Among the many events taking place during Communications Week will be Ragan’s signature conference bringing hundreds of communications together to explore key challenges and trends. The Future of Communications Conference will be held November 13-15, and feature fresh ideas, insights and trends from industry experts.
At the Future of Communications, you’ll learn what is on the horizon for employee communications, social purpose and DE&I, leadership communications, and technology. The conference will provide you with the strategies, tactics, tools, and technology you need to position yourself as a business leader.
Join us for these fast-paced sessions covering the future of tech, talent, culture, reputation and more.
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Check out what we did in 2023
All new content in 2024
Nov. 6-8
IN PERSON CONFERENCE
Future of Communications Conference
Austin, TX
Monday, November 6
2-4:30 pm
IN PERSON EVENT
Speed Mentoring & Networking
Nov. 6-8
IN PERSON CONFERENCE
Future of Communications Conference
Austin, TX
Tuesday, November 7
CommsWeek Game Changers Party
Austin, TX
Tuesday, November 7
6-7 pm
PRSA Educators Academy Speed Mentoring
Virtual
In partnership with
Tuesday, November 7
6-8 pm
IN PERSON EVENT
Speed Mentoring
Weimer Atrium
Tuesday, November 7
6-8 pm
IN PERSON EVENT
Celebrating 100 Years of Public Relations Education
Presented by NYU School of Professional Studies and the Museum of Public Relations
Tuesday, November 7
6–8 pm
IN PERSON EVENT
Holiday Party & Board Elections
Downtown Austin Alliance
515 Congress Ave. 10th Floor
Nov. 6-8
IN PERSON CONFERENCE
Future of Communications Conference
Austin, TX
Thursday, November 9
08:30 – 09:40 AM GMT
GWPR & AMEC
The changing shape of the PR industry and the talent required to meet these changes
London, United Kingdom
Thursday, November 9
9 am-12 pm EST
IN PERSON EVENT
Building Bridges: Cultivating Connections in Communications
IBM Office
590 Madison Avenue, New York, NY
Thursday, November 9
11 am
SPONSORED WEBINAR
Results Are In: State of Global Marketing and Communications
Virtual
Thursday, November 9
12-1 pm ET
SPONSORED WEBINAR
How to Harness AI for Elevating Internal Workplace Communications
Virtual
Thursday, November 9
2-3 pm
SPONSORED WEBINAR
How Audacy’s Intranet Took Employees From Silos to Unified Comms and Culture
Webinar
Thursday, November 9
3-5 pm
IN PERSON EVENT
Speed Mentoring
Welcome Center Hope Room
Thursday, November 9
3-5 pm
IN PERSON EVENT
Speed Mentoring & Networking
Thursday, November 9
3-6 pm
IN PERSON EVENT
Media, Communication, Arts & Entertainment (MCAE) Career Fair
Loop Campus
Thursday, November 9
4 pm
In partnership with
Thursday, November 9
5-7 PM GMT London
APCO Presents
A Game Changer In Conversation: An Exclusive Fireside Chat & Networking Soiree
Join us for an intimate fireside conversation with a true Game Changer who has significantly disrupted the industry. In this exclusive in-person event, you’ll gain insights into their groundbreaking strategies and visionary leadership and witness a candid talk that dissects the pivotal moments that defined this comms leader’s career. We’ll continue the discussion over networking drinks.
Villiers House, 40 Strand, London WC2N 5RW, United Kingdom
Friday, November 10
10-11 am ET
SPONSORED WEBINAR
Cracking the Code: Using Intranet Data for Better Comms
Virtual
Meet the Communications Week Advisory Board
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SPONSORSHIP
If you’re interested in sponsoring this event, please contact:
Hannah Lavelle
HannahL@ragan.com
312-960-4204