IABC Chicago

The Chicago Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators

A conversation with Kim Clark, DE&I expert

Next week the Chicago Chapter of IABC kicks off its first learning session of 2021 with Kim Clark of Ragan Consulting Group. Kim will share her insights on DE&I and why communicators are important change agents for every company’s DE&I journey. Take a few moments to learn more about Kim before you meet her on Jan. 21. Tell us about … [Read more...]

Why communicators are the most important DE&I change agents

Join IABC/Chicago and Ragan Consulting Group on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021 to learn about the importance of communications in executing your DE&I strategy. Even in the midst of managing a global pandemic, organizations are prioritizing their diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Communicators need to take the reins and develop an inclusive … [Read more...]

President’s Message: 5 things I hope for you in 2021

  Dear friends, We’ve almost made it to the end of 2020. A year that brought pain, anguish, intolerance, injustice, resistance, persistence, innovation, ingenuity, togetherness, tenderness, healing and hope. Hope is what I’ll lean on as I head into 2021. Here is what I hope for you, as a communicator: Inspiration: This year has … [Read more...]

Job searching during a global pandemic? Not for the faint of heart.

By: Juston Teach “It’s a global pandemic, you should feel lucky that you are still employed.” If I had a dime for the number of times, I heard that phrase, I wouldn’t need to work. Still, finding a job in the midst of a global pandemic is not only possible, it becomes a journey of self-discovery. There should be no allusions of grandeur. … [Read more...]

IABC Chicago Holiday Event – Virtual Escape Game Challenge

Join IABC Chicago to celebrate the end of 2020 with a twist on virtual networking. Bring your problem-solving skills (and a cocktail or 2) and put your collaborative communications skills to good use in a virtual escape game. We’ll play in teams of 3 – 5 people on Zoom. You will use logical thinking, dexterity and observation to solve puzzles … [Read more...]