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Public Affairs Office

The Public Affairs Office (PAO) is responsible for public, industry, and media relations for the Board. The PAO provides a wide range of services, including proactive media and advertising campaigns; responses to media inquiries; community outreach, including home shows, seminars, special events, speeches to service groups and organizations; publication and newsletter development and distribution; and contractor education and outreach.

PAO Contact Information (For Media Only)

Rick Lopes
Chief of Public Affairs
(916) 255-4161
rlopes@cslb.ca.gov

Pamela Mares
Public Information Officer
(916) 255-3915
pmares@cslb.ca.gov

Melanie Bedwell
Public Information Officer
(916) 255-4717
mbedwell@cslb.ca.gov