Jessie Brown

Social Media Specialist
Iowa Department of Natural Resources

Jessie Brown is the Social Media Specialist for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Jessie believes in the power of social media to inspire, engage, educate, and build quality relationships between government and residents. She has served as the vice president and Midwest representative for Government Social Media’s Member Council, led the relaunch of GSM’s Golden Post Awards, served on the board of Social Media Club Des Moines, and been named their Social Media Professional of the Year, and has been named a Top 100 Local Government Influencer twice by the national group Engaging Local Government Leaders. Jessie also works to help other social media professionals stay resilient in an often taxing and stressful field.

Jessie Brown’s Session

12:30 p.m.–1:15 p.m. PT — Thursday, June 5, 2025

Panel: Mastering the Shift: How Government Agencies Thrive Amid Social Media & Platform Changes

Social media platforms are in a constant state of flux, and for government agencies, staying relevant and effective requires a strategic approach to managing these changes. This panel brings together seasoned social media managers from public sector organizations to discuss how they stay informed about platform updates, prioritize new features, and adapt communication strategies to maintain engagement. Panelists will share insights on:

  • Evaluating new platforms and features while maintaining focus on core messaging.

  • Managing leadership expectations when platform changes impact metrics and ROI.

  • Preparing for and responding to major disruptions—like policy shifts, algorithm updates, or global news events.

  • Training staff to adapt quickly and align with evolving social media strategies.

  • Identifying unexpected opportunities that arise from platform changes and leveraging them to enhance public outreach.

Join this session to learn how leading government agencies stay agile, strategic, and ready for whatever comes next in the social media landscape.

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