IABC Chicago

The Chicago Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators

2017 Bronze Quill Awards Celebration – September 14!

  Join us on September 14 for IABC Chicago’s premiere annual event celebrating our 2017 Bronze Quill Awards winners. Date: Thursday, September 14 Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Location. 1871 at the Merchandise Mart - Classroom 2.03 (222 W. Merchandise Mart Plaza, #1212, Chicago).  Dress:  Business attire Register Here On-site … [Read more...]

We Want Your Feedback: 2017 IABC Membership Survey

  Complete our annual survey for a chance to win two Cubs tickets or a $50 Amazon gift card! IABC Chicago is committed to serving our members and the overall communications community within the Chicago metropolitan area. Please participate in this brief survey to help us better understand how we can best provide you with resources and … [Read more...]

Listening, Conversations, Technology and More: Key Learnings from the 2017 IABC World Conference

By Gabrielle Loring "There are no limits to growth and human progress when men and women are free to follow their dreams." This quote by Ronald Reagan from the Welcome Reception of the 2017 IABC World Conference set the tone for the conference. Held June 11-14 in Washington, DC, about 1,000 communicators from 36 countries attended. Some of … [Read more...]

Using External Tactics for Internal Communications

Employees are a company’s most critical audience and best brand ambassadors. Kathleen Rafferty, Vice President, Director of Corporate Affairs at Olson Engage will discuss how to infuse empathy and creativity into your organization’s internal communications to build a loyal, enthusiastic and proud work force. She’ll also share how this approach can … [Read more...]

December 7 ‘Developing Your Online Brand’ Webinar (FREE to IABC Members)

Don't get caught like the cobbler who had no shoes! As a business communicator, you are used to building brands and have familiarity with using social media and the web to do so. But, what about your own brand? While you’re cultivating your employer’s brand, you also need to be working on your own. In this webinar by content marketing and … [Read more...]