IABC Chicago

The Chicago Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators

Play. Bond. Grow: Best of Team Building

Need ideas to jazz up your team’s communication or build relationships among your team? Join IABC Chicago and Windy City Fieldhouse on October 4 for an electric evening filled with team-building events designed to enhance group problem solving and demonstrate the importance of effective strategic planning. Established in 1997, Windy City … [Read more...]

IABC Chicago Member Spotlight On: Jocelyn Sims

  by Kari McLean  “Communications is by its very nature and at its core about helping and reaching people, plain and simple.” — Jocelyn Sims, member since 2012 Current role: Internal Communications Manager, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago (FRBC) Background: For the last 18 years, Jocelyn has worked in communications. She … [Read more...]

Susan Heitsch’s Passion for IABC Earns Her the 2016 Karen Utterback Volunteer Award

  IABC Chicago bestows its highest award on Susan Heitsch, MBA: the 2016 Karen Utterback Volunteer Award. IABC Chicago takes great pride in honoring outstanding volunteers, as they embody the heart and spirit of the organization. “Susan’s passion for the organization reminds me of Karen Utterback's passion for IABC Chicago!” said Gabrielle … [Read more...]

September 29 Coffee With Communicators: Breaking Down Walls

    Since its founding in 2001, Slalom has made several “best places to work” lists. So how is Slalom different from other consulting firms, and how can you apply its practices to your own workplace? To find out more about how Slalom is breaking down walls with innovative thinking, join us on Thursday, Sept. 29, for coffee and … [Read more...]

Congratulations to Our 2016 Bronze Quill Awards Winners

IABC Chicago celebrated the 2016 Bronze Quill Awards winners with a reception on Tuesday, September 13, at the Dawson in Chicago’s West Loop. See the photos on our Facebook page. “The IABC Chicago Bronze Quill Awards are now in their 35th year. Every year, we see business communicators set a high bar for strategic, thoughtful work, all in the … [Read more...]