IABC Chicago

The Chicago Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators

Join us for a Professional Development Luncheon on April 12: How to be Your Organization’s Go-To Speechwriter

  Crafting powerful speeches and remarks requires more than a flair for writing. But what are those things? Don’t miss this special presentation by Mary Jo Bohr, a communications and speechwriting pro who’s written speeches for scores of CEOs and other executives. In her presentation she’ll explore: — The key differences between writing … [Read more...]

March 22: Luck O’ the IABC Networking Bash

  Celebrate an extended St. Patty’s Day with your favorite communications professionals at Lizzie McNeill’s in Streeterville from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 22! Join us for great networking opportunities with your favorite IABC Chicago friends. The event is open to professionals of all ages, and you need not be an IABC member to … [Read more...]

Feb. 22: Unleash the Power of Storytelling: Win Hearts, Change Minds, Get Results

  Every organization, be it a Fortune 500 company, a nonprofit or a startup, needs a story that captures the “why” beyond the “what” and communicates your purpose, brand and relevance in a way that’s unique and compelling. Yet, too often we resort to rattling off dry data points like lists of services or products, target markets, head … [Read more...]

Feb. 1: Professional Development Luncheon – Becoming a Trusted Advisor

  Join us on Feb. 1 for a Professional Development luncheon. If you work in the communications business, you no doubt have come across someone who is a natural at owning a room, a pro at giving feedback clients will listen to, or being the “go-to” person when all else fails. How did they get there? More importantly, how can you get … [Read more...]

Jan. 25: Young Professionals Mid-Winter Social @ Concrete Cowboy in River North

  Join us on Jan. 25 for the Young Professionals Social at the Concrete Cowboy in River North. It’s winter in Chicago and we all need a place to warm up on the way home from a long day at work. So come kick up your boots and enjoy a drink and some appetizers as you network with Chicago’s brightest communications compadres. First drink is … [Read more...]