PDMS sponsoring Social Media Event

We are pleased sponsor the Isle of Man Social Media Club’s Super Third Thursday event on 21 January 2010, with guest speaker Chief Inspector Mark Payne of the West Midlands Police.

Chief Inspector Mark Payne is responsible for the smooth running of one of the busiest police press and public relations departments in the UK. West Midlands Police is also one of the most progressive in relation to social media use including its aptly named 'plodcast' which provides an insight into the work of the force and the varied employment opportunities for police and support staff.

Launched in 2006, the regular and free audio downloads attract more than 20,000 listeners. More recently the force has begun uploading crime prevention advice and behind the scenes videos to YouTube and launched a Facebook site offering news and appeals, videos and crime alerts as part of a wider strategy to reach young people.

CI Payne will discuss the social media campaign, the challenges and successes his team has faced and will be happy to answer questions from the floor.

Super Third Thursday will be held from 12-30 to 14-00 at the Clarement Hotel in Douglas and a Finger buffet will be served. There is no fee to attend and to book your free place please contact smc@strivepr.com or joanne.ponte@pdms.com