From the desk of Jessica Olive, Executive Director of Donor Relations and Communications at the University of Illinois Chicago An often-repeated phrase on any video shoot I’ve worked is, “Don’t look directly into the camera.”  Turns out, in this time of virtual insanity, that’s exactly what we should be doing. It feels unnatural, … [Read more...]

From the desk of Jessica Olive, Executive Director of Donor Relations and Communications at University of Illinois Chicago My makeshift office, background dog barking, sweatpants rotation and daytime laundry loads don’t feel like the makings of high productivity. But many studies show performance improves when working remotely. While I’ve had … [Read more...]

Every August, a new board takes shape to develop and contribute to the conversation of Communications in Chicago and nearby. Our board consists of 14 roles that represent a variety of industries, disciplines, and are scattered throughout the city and suburbs. Now that we are half-way through the year, we invite you to get to know the board a little … [Read more...]