The Texas Association of Counties (TAC) received seven communication awards from the National Association of County Information Officers (NACIO) over the weekend, acknowledging the extensive work produced by the Association in 2023.
The awards were presented during NACIO's ceremony at the National Association of Counties annual conference in Tampa. The TAC communications department secured top prizes in three categories: design, newsletter, and podcast.
Miranda Baker earned recognition for her design work on infographics that emphasize the importance of multifactor authentication, aiding counties in countering cybersecurity threats. Erica Macioge was honored for producing the TAC On Point newsletter, which keeps internal employees and board members informed about the Association's services.
Julie Chang and Jody Seaborn received accolades for a podcast episode of Texas County Voice featuring Randall County Commissioner Eric Barry’s transition from opera singer to public official.
The following is a complete list of awards:
- Best In Category – Episode 35: From Opera Star To County Commissioner: A Texas Tenor's Journey (Julie Chang)
- Superior – Episode 44: A Conversation With Jefferson County Constable Christopher Bates (Jody Seaborn)
- Meritorious - County Technology Conference 2024 Promo Video 1 (Louis Le Jeune)
- Best In Category – Cybersecurity MFA Banners (Miranda Baker)
- Meritorious – The New Frontier of AI for County magazine (Erica Macioge)
- Best In Category – TAC On Point (Erica Macioge)
- Excellence – County Report Card Infographic (David Garcia)
The Association's communication team has consistently been recognized nationally for its contributions to county government through various mediums such as newsletters, podcasts, and magazines.
