IABC Chicago

The Chicago Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators

IABC Dues Increase Slightly

Every year, IABC's International Executive Board (IEB) reviews membership dues and related charges. The IEB conducted this review at its September 2012 meeting and approved changes in IABC dues. The changes went into effect on January 1. They include an incremental dues increase and a modification of the euro–U.S. dollar exchange rate. • … [Read more...]

Leadership and Networking Opportunities at the IABC Leadership Institute

If you are considering volunteering for a leadership role within IABC/Chicago, you might be interested in learning about the Leadership Institute (LI). The Leadership Institute is an opportunity for IABC chapter, regional and international leaders to come together to share best practices and learn how to create programs and services that keep … [Read more...]

December is Member-Get-A-Member month!

December is Member-Get-A-Member month! Members who recruit new professional members will get three free months of membership for each new member they bring in, up to a full year at no charge (see complete rules below). The promotion begins December 1, 2012 and runs through December 31, 2012. Here are the rules: 1. The new member must identify … [Read more...]

Membership ROI: Why am I paying for this?

Five years ago, I didn’t know IABC existed. I was working full-time, and taking night classes, with aspirations of becoming some type of communications manager. At the time, I was taking on small communications projects because I didn’t like my regular duties. I thought it might help me get a full-time communications opportunity. Looking back, I … [Read more...]