From 8663af57f51998f2b08d6ca79be54ad3151e4d8f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: Sam Pfluger <108141731+Sampfluger88@users.noreply.github.com>
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:11:31 -0600
Subject: [PATCH] Clarify event proposal process and scope (#38709)

Expanded the description of events requiring Marketing team approval to
include any event where Fleet is represented, not just those with
financial involvement. This provides clearer guidance on when to submit
a proposal.
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 handbook/company/communications.md | 4 +++-
 1 file changed, 3 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-)

diff --git a/handbook/company/communications.md b/handbook/company/communications.md
index 80485d5606..f3eb119024 100644
--- a/handbook/company/communications.md
+++ b/handbook/company/communications.md
@@ -375,7 +375,9 @@ To process intake team members will:
 
 ### Propose an event
 
-Fleet's Marketing team is responsible for deciding/signing off on the events Fleet will participate in. To propose an event, complete the steps in the [Propose event issue](https://github.com/fleetdm/confidential/issues/new?template=prepare-event.md). Once the request has been submitted with all necessary information, the marketing team will process your request within 72 business hours.
+Fleet's Marketing team is responsible for deciding/signing off on the events Fleet will participate in. This includes any event that Fleet pays to attend or sponsor, and even events where Fleet's only involvement is that a Fleetie will give a talk or otherwise represent the brand.
+
+To propose an event, complete the steps in the [Propose event issue](https://github.com/fleetdm/confidential/issues/new?template=prepare-event.md). Once the request has been submitted with all necessary information, the marketing team will process your request within 72 business hours.