IABC Chicago

The Chicago Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators

From the President: Chris Sorek Departure Announcement

IABC Headquarters announced yesterday evening that Executive Director Chris Sorek has resigned to return to the corporate sector. This message has sent shockwaves through the organization, ignited several discussions on social networks, and brought unnecessary rumor and innuendo. As chapter president, I feel it is important that we relay the … [Read more...]

Peg Wander Receives 2013 Karen Utterback Service Award

The 2012-2013 IABC/Chicago Board of Directors has selected Margaret (Peg) Wander as the recipient of the 2013 Karen Utterback Award for Volunteerism. Wander received the award at the IABC/Chicago Bronze Quill Awards Celebration on June 4 at Wildfire in downtown Chicago. The award honors a senior level communications professional who consistently … [Read more...]

32nd Annual Bronze Quill Winners Celebrated at Wildfire

IABC/Chicago celebrated the 2013 Bronze Quill Award winners with an exposition format on Tuesday, June 4 at Wildfire in downtown Chicago. The event recognizes this year's IABC/Chicago Bronze Quill Winners, the 2013 Karen Utterback Award winner, Margaret (Peg) Wander, committee volunteers and board members. The annual competition, now in its 32nd … [Read more...]

It’s Better to Give Than Receive – Tom Keefe’s Inside Look at the Gift of Communication

IABC/Chicago recently sat down with Tom Keefe to find out what’s so great about participating in the Gift of Communication. With this year’s event less than a month away, we wanted to know why Tom keeps coming back for more.  IABC/Chicago (IABCC): Thanks for talking with us Tom. Tom Keefe (Tom): Sure thing. IABCC: Almost every year, we host … [Read more...]