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SUMMARY:How to use the art of persuasion and influence to learn how to move ideas forward in the organization
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC/Chicago and Ragan Consulting Group on Wednesday\, June 16\, 2021\, to learn how to become a more persuasive and influential communicator. \nCommunications became more relevant than ever before during the pandemic. With so much to be done\, it’s time to harness your access and influence to push your organization forward. During this session\, you’ll learn: \n\nHow to build influence in your organization\nThe psychology of persuasion\nThe importance of knowing your numbers before pitching a new idea\nHow to determine your credibility and rapport among your peers and leaders\n\n  \nRegister now! \nDate: Wednesday\, June 16\, 2021 \nTime: noon – 1 p.m. \nLocation: Zoom meeting. \nPrice: Members: Free\nNon-members: Free\nStudents (with valid student ID): Free \nRSVP: Register now! \n  \nAbout the Presenter:  \nJoe Friedman\, consultant with Ragan Consulting Group \nJoe has 30+ years of sales\, sales management and training/consulting experience. Joe started his career at Northeastern Illinois University’s business school\, teaching sales and marketing courses and classes in management\, finance and personnel. In 1993\, Joe co-founded Zehren Friedman Associates\, which teaches the “persuasive arts” of selling\, presenting\, negotiating and influence. As CFO\, Joe oversees client development\, program delivery and people development. He conducts 100+ days of training annually. He previously worked at First National Bank of Chicago and at The Executive Technique\, a firm specializing in presentation skills training. \n 
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/how-to-use-the-art-of-persuasion-and-influence-to-learn-how-to-move-ideas-forward-in-the-organization/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20210202T132345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210419T132639Z
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SUMMARY:Respect your employees by writing for the reader\, not the approver
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC/Chicago and Crescenzo Communications on Thursday\, May 20\, 2021\, to learn how to become an effective writer. \nGreat writing is at the core of everything we do: articles\, social media\, e-mail\, bulletins\, even videos. Unfortunately\, most “corporate writing” just isn’t good enough. Nobody wants you to “shift their paradigm” or “leverage their core competency.” We need to harness the power of what works in the real world. This webinar is all about the fundamentals of powerful\, effective writing. You’ll learn: \n\nHow to strip the jargon out of your writing once and for all\nHow to write in a conversational fashion while still being professional\nThe power of headlines\, leads\, quotes\, and verbs\nWriting for the modern Web\nHow to “write tight” and respect your readers\nHow to write for the reader\, not the approver\n\n  \nRegister now! \nDate: Thursday\, May 20\, 2021 \nTime: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. \nLocation: Zoom meeting. \nPrice: Members: Free\nNon-members: Free\nStudents (with valid student ID): Free \nRSVP: Register now! \n  \nAbout the Presenter:  \nCindy Crescenzo \nCindy Crescenzo is the President of Crescenzo Communications and brings over 15 years of experience to the communications industry. Cindy specializes in research\, measurement and strategic planning. \nHer passion for numbers and audience research have helped thousands of communicators all over the world transform their roles in their organizations by teaching them how to get the ammunition they need to build successful communication strategies that deliver results. \nIn addition to speaking at numerous conferences throughout the year\, she and her business partner and husband\, Steve Crescenzo\, co-present their often sold-out workshop\, Internal Communications Master Class. \nCindy has worked with hundreds of communicators around the world\, including \n3M\, Bayer\, Bob Evans\, Boston Medical Center\, Carlson Wagonlit\, CGI Technologies\, Discover\, John Deere\, La-Z-Boy\, Novartis\, Roche\, Lockheed Martin\, Rockwell Collins\, Target and Wells Fargo. \n  \nSteve Crescenzo \nThrough his work as a consultant\, writer\, speaker and seminar leader\, Steve Crescenzo has helped thousands of communicators around the world break the habit of creating boring\, formulaic\, jargon-ridden corporate content. \nUsing proven strategies\, tactics and best-practices\, he’s shown communicators how to take the ‘corporate’ our of corporate communications and replace it with ‘creative’— and at the same time — create content that is linked to the strategic goals of their organizations. \nSteve has been voted the #1-rated speaker at the International Association of Business Communicators World Conference seven times\, including three years in a row. He has also received top ratings at numerous IABC chapter and regional events throughout the U.S.\, Canada\, Europe\, Australia\, and New Zealand. \nAlong with his wife and business partner\, Cindy Crescenzo\, he teaches their popular and often sold-out workshop\, Internal Communications Master Class. \nSteve has worked with numerous communicators around the world\, including those at Abbott\, American Express\, Bayer\, Blackrock\, Boeing\, Chevron Corporation\, Conoco-Phillips\, Discover\, FDA\, General Motors\, Hewlett Packard\, Intel\, IRS\, Lockheed Martin\, Mayo Clinic\, McDonalds\, Nokia\, Rockwell Collins\, Social Security Administration\, Standard Chartered Bank\, Target\, The European Investment Bank\, The European Training Foundation\, and Wells Fargo.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/respect-your-employees-by-writing-for-the-reader-not-the-approver/
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Professional Development,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20210202T132027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T130648Z
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SUMMARY:How to engage all stakeholders in your change journeys
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC/Chicago and Ragan Consulting Group on Wednesday\, April 14\, 2021 for a discussion around change communications. \nIt starts by building a communications framework for change. Diana Peltier\, who has more than 20 years of experience leading organizations through large\, complex transformations\, will offer examples and share strategies to help you deliver for your organization. Among the topics covered:  how to engage change sponsors\, assess organizational impacts\, maintain employee experience through disruption\, leverage change networks and employee advisory councils\, foster local relevance and more. \nIn this interactive workshop\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nIntegrate change communications into a broader change management strategy\nApply the neuroscience of change\nDeploy a change communications framework for your change and transformation initiatives\nIncorporate tactics for sustained change communications success\n\nRegister now! \nDate: Wednesday\, April 14\, 2021 \nTime: noon – 1 p.m. \nLocation: Zoom meeting. \ \nPrice: Members: Free\nNon-members: Free\nStudents (with valid student ID): Free \nRSVP: Register now! \n  \nAbout the Presenter:  \nDiana Peltier\, change communications consultant with Ragan Consulting Group \nDiana has over 20 years of experience delivering on the people side of change through impactful communications. Diana has a demonstrated track record of engaging audiences\, elevating the purpose and brand of organizations and making a meaningful difference in employees’ work lives. She has served in senior communications roles with Fortune 500 companies\, non-profits and the Big 4 – including as the Global Head of Communications and Engagement for EY. Diana also has extensive change management experience\, most recently as a Global Change Management Lead for the world’s largest SAP implementation. \nYou can find Diana on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dianapeltier
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/how-to-engage-all-stakeholders-in-your-change-journeys/
CATEGORIES:Networking,Professional Development,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210318T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20210202T131713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T131713Z
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SUMMARY:Prove Your Worth: Create Measurement Dashboards That Will Blow Leadership Away
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC/Chicago and Crescenzo Communications on Thursday\, Mar. 18\, 2021\, to learn how to create powerful dashboards that show the value your communications brings to your organization. \nLeadership doesn’t care about clicks and opens. One-size-fits all dashboards usually fall flat. Metrics are important\, but only represent part of the picture. \nIf you want to go from being the “company Kinkos” to a strategic counselor\, you have to prove that you are changing employee behavior. You need to demonstrate how your communications are helping your organization succeed. This webinar will show you how to create dashboards that let your data tell your story. You’ll learn: \n\nHow to figure out what you should be measuring and what data you need to pay attention to\nHow to find the right balance between metrics and behavior change\nHow to build “behavior statements” that will be the core of your measurement dashboards\nHow to present your data in a way that tell your story and will blow executives away\nHow to keep your dashboards updated and current\n\n  \nRegister now! \nDate: Thursday\, March 18\, 2021 \nTime: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. \nLocation: Zoom meeting. \nPrice: Members: Free\nNon-members: Free\nStudents (with valid student ID): Free \nRSVP: Register now! \n  \nAbout the Host/Presenter/Panel:  \nCindy Crescenzo \nCindy Crescenzo is the President of Crescenzo Communications and brings over 15 years of experience to the communications industry. Cindy specializes in research\, measurement and strategic planning. \nHer passion for numbers and audience research have helped thousands of communicators all over the world transform their roles in their organizations by teaching them how to get the ammunition they need to build successful communication strategies that deliver results. \nIn addition to speaking at numerous conferences throughout the year\, she and her business partner and husband\, Steve Crescenzo\, co-present their often sold-out workshop\, Internal Communications Master Class. \nCindy has worked with hundreds of communicators around the world\, including \n3M\, Bayer\, Bob Evans\, Boston Medical Center\, Carlson Wagonlit\, CGI Technologies\, Discover\, John Deere\, La-Z-Boy\, Novartis\, Roche\, Lockheed Martin\, Rockwell Collins\, Target and Wells Fargo. \n  \nSteve Crescenzo \nThrough his work as a consultant\, writer\, speaker and seminar leader\, Steve Crescenzo has helped thousands of communicators around the world break the habit of creating boring\, formulaic\, jargon-ridden corporate content. \nUsing proven strategies\, tactics and best-practices\, he’s shown communicators how to take the ‘corporate’ our of corporate communications and replace it with ‘creative’— and at the same time — create content that is linked to the strategic goals of their organizations. \nSteve has been voted the #1-rated speaker at the International Association of Business Communicators World Conference seven times\, including three years in a row. He has also received top ratings at numerous IABC chapter and regional events throughout the U.S.\, Canada\, Europe\, Australia\, and New Zealand. \nAlong with his wife and business partner\, Cindy Crescenzo\, he teaches their popular and often sold-out workshop\, Internal Communications Master Class. \nSteve has worked with numerous communicators around the world\, including those at Abbott\, American Express\, Bayer\, Blackrock\, Boeing\, Chevron Corporation\, Conoco-Phillips\, Discover\, FDA\, General Motors\, Hewlett Packard\, Intel\, IRS\, Lockheed Martin\, Mayo Clinic\, McDonalds\, Nokia\, Rockwell Collins\, Social Security Administration\, Standard Chartered Bank\, Target\, The European Investment Bank\, The European Training Foundation\, and Wells Fargo.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/prove-your-worth-create-measurement-dashboards-that-will-blow-leadership-away/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20210202T033622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T033742Z
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SUMMARY:Employee Engagement in Turbulent Times
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC/Chicago and Crescenzo Communications on Thursday\, February 18\, 2021\, to learn how to create engaging content that connects employees to the business and culture. \nEmployees today are feeling more disconnected than ever. They are working from home\, not seeing their colleagues\, and have Zoom and Teams fatigue. This spells an opportunity for communicators. We can create content that can drive engagement\, reinforce the corporate culture\, and connect employees to each other and leaders. This webinar will show you how to do exactly that. You’ll learn: \n• How to use storytelling techniques to connect employees to each other\n• How to find the most important stories in your organization… And tell them in a\ncompelling fashion\n• How to avoid the “Four Deadly Ps” that kill corporate content\n• How to use tools like empathy maps to tap into employee emotions\n• How to create content that will reinforce the corporate culture… Even when so\nmany people are working from home \nRegister today! \nDate: Thursday\, Feb. 18 \nTime: 1 – 2 p.m. CT \nLocation: Zoom  \nPrice:\nMembers : FREE \nStudents (with valid student ID): FREE \nNon-members: FREE \nRSVP: Register now!  \nAbout the Presenters:  \nCindy Crescenzo is the President of Crescenzo Communications and brings over 15 years of experience to the communications industry. Cindy specializes in research\, measurement and strategic planning. \nHer passion for numbers and audience research have helped thousands of communicators all over the world transform their roles in their organizations by teaching them how to get the ammunition they need to build successful communication strategies that deliver results. \nIn addition to speaking at numerous conferences throughout the year\, she and her business partner and husband\, Steve Crescenzo\, co-present their often sold-out workshop\, Internal Communications Master Class. \nCindy has worked with hundreds of communicators around the world\, including: 3M\, Bayer\, Bob Evans\, Boston Medical Center\, Carlson Wagonlit\, CGI Technologies\, Discover\, John Deere\, La-Z-Boy\, Novartis\, Roche\, Lockheed Martin\, Rockwell Collins\, Target and Wells Fargo. \nThrough his work as a consultant\, writer\, speaker and seminar leader\, Steve Crescenzo has helped thousands of communicators around the world break the habit of creating boring\, formulaic\, jargon-ridden corporate content. \nUsing proven strategies\, tactics and best-practices\, he’s shown communicators how to take the ‘corporate’ our of corporate communications and replace it with ‘creative’— and at the same time — create content that is linked to the strategic goals of their organizations. \nSteve has been voted the #1-rated speaker at the International Association of Business Communicators World Conference seven times\, including three years in a row. He has also received top ratings at numerous IABC chapter and regional events throughout the U.S.\, Canada\, Europe\, Australia\, and New Zealand. \nAlong with his wife and business partner\, Cindy Crescenzo\, he teaches their popular and often sold-out workshop\, Internal Communications Master Class. \nSteve has worked with numerous communicators around the world\, including those at Abbott\, American Express\, Bayer\, Blackrock\, Boeing\, Chevron Corporation\, Conoco-Phillips\, Discover\, FDA\, General Motors\, Hewlett Packard\, Intel\, IRS\, Lockheed Martin\, Mayo Clinic\, McDonalds\, Nokia\, Rockwell Collins\, Social Security Administration\, Standard Chartered Bank\, Target\, The European Investment Bank\, The European Training Foundation\, and Wells Fargo. \nAbout Crescenzo Communications \nCrescenzo Communications has been in the communication industry for more than 20 years and we’re very passionate about what we do.  We’ve worked with and trained thousands of communicators – and we bring that experience inside your organization. Along with all of our consulting and training services\, we offer real-world experience and can deliver best-practice case studies from organizations of all sizes – something not all consultants in the industry can offer.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/employee-engagement-in-turbulent-times/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20201117T001008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210117T162532Z
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SUMMARY:The State of Media Relations: How to grab a journalist’s attention in these uncertain times
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, Muck Rack COO Natan Edelsburg will share tips on grabbing a journalist’s attention based on findings from Muck Rack’s latest State of Journalism\, State of PR and State of Tech Journalism studies. Natan will also explain how reporting and pitching have changed amid the COVID-19 pandemic\, and what that means for media relations in 2021. \nRegister now! \nDate: Wednesday\, Feb. 3 \nTime: 5 – 6 p.m. CT \nLocation: Zoom  \nPrice:\nMembers : FREE \nStudents (with valid student ID): $5 \nNon-members: $10 \nRSVP: Register now!  \nAbout the Presenter: Natan Edelsburg\, COO\, Muck Rack\, Producer Emeritus\, Shorty Awards\, District Council PRSA \n \nNatan Edelsburg is the Chief Operating Officer at Muck Rack\, a digital PR and journalism platform\, where he handles the business side of the company. He’s also the Producer Emeritus of The Shorty Awards honoring the best of social media. Natan is the company’s most tenured employee and has helped bring on customers\, including Mastercard\, NBCUniversal\, Pfizer\, Goldman Sachs and more. Natan is the District Council-Chair for the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) for 2020. Natan’s a frequent speaker on social media\, PR\, journalism and the future of TV. He’s been honored as one of PR News’ Rising Stars and one of PRSA’s 15 Under 35. He’s moderated panels or given presentations at SXSW\, PRWeek\, Social Media Week\, Collision\, Web Summit\, Digital Hollywood\, PRSA\, Ragan’s and Cannes Lions You can follow him on Twitter and Instagram @natanedelsburg. \n  \nAbout Muck Rack \nMuck Rack’s Public Relations Management (PRM) platform enables PR teams to work together to find the right journalists for their stories\, send customized pitches\, build meaningful relationships with the media\, monitor news and quantify their impact. Thousands of organizations use Muck Rack to take their communications to the next level.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/the-state-of-media-relations-how-to-grab-a-journalists-attention-in-these-uncertain-times/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Professional Development Luncheon,Professional Development Luncheon,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20210111T182738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210111T183313Z
UID:10303-1611230400-1611234000@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Why communicators are the most important DE&I change agents
DESCRIPTION:Why communicators are the most important DE&I change agents  \nJoin IABC/Chicago and Ragan Consulting Group on Thursday\, Jan. 21\, 2021 to learn about the importance of communications in executing your DE&I strategy. \nEven 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 communications plan for what matters most: making connections\, listening\, empathy\, compassion – and meaningful change. \nDuring the event\, Kim Clark will discuss how to: \n\nBe a conscious communicator when writing for the CEO\, leading a meeting and publishing content for all of your audiences.\nBe inclusive in all communications channels\, in print\, images\, speeches\, graphics and videos.\nAssess your DE&I IQ and learn what to do with the results\nPartner with HR on developing inclusive language guides\, policies and procedures\n\n  \nRegister now! \nDate: Thursday\, January 21\, 2021 \nTime: 12 – 1 p.m. CT \nLocation: Zoom \nPrice: Members: Free\nNon-members: Free\nStudents (with valid student ID): Free \nRSVP: Register now!
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/why-communicators-are-the-most-important-dei-change-agents/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Professional Development Luncheon,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20201109T222414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201109T222414Z
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SUMMARY:Gallup Center on Black Voices
DESCRIPTION:IABC Chicago introduces the Gallup Center on Black Voices\nJoin IABC/Chicago and Gallup on Thursday\, November 12\, 2020 for an introductory session on Gallup’s Center on Black Voices program. \nIn this session\, we’ll hear from Gallup’s research experts who designed this program to study the experiences of more than 40 million Black Americans in the U.S. with a goal to enable partnerships that will be a driving force of change in our society. \nJoin the conversation and learn about program’s research pillars designed to provide measurable insight that will allow us to create healthier and stronger communities and workplaces. \nRegister now! \nDate: November 12\, 2020 \nTime: 12 pm – 1 pm CST \nLocation: Zoom Webinar \nPrice: Members: Free\nNon-members: $15\nStudents (with valid student ID): $5 \nRSVP: Register now! \n\n  \nAbout the Host/Presenter/Panel:  \nCamille Lloyd\, Director\, Gallup Center on Black Voices \nCamille provides global leaders with research consulting\, advice and guidance and manages a team of researchers and statisticians \nAs director of the Gallup Center on Black Voices\, Camille leads Gallup’s research initiative devoted to studying and highlighting the experiences of more than 40 million Black Americans. The center tracks and reports the progress on life outcomes regarding topics such as justice\, health and wellbeing\, economic opportunity\, jobs and work\, education and community\, and environment. \nAs a senior consultant\, Camille provides thought leadership on multi-year evaluation contracts\, international research projects\, custom-design quantitative and qualitative research studies\, and leadership and management consulting projects. Camille’s areas of expertise include criminal justice\, community preparedness and resilience\, workplace and worker rights issues\, and program and policy evaluation. \nBefore joining Gallup\, Camille worked as a research professor at George Mason University. She has co-authored several book chapters on best practices in juvenile justice education. Camille co-authored the article “Procedural Justice\, Police Legitimacy\, and Helping the Police Fight Crime: Results from a Survey of Jamaican Adolescents\,” which was published in the Police Quarterly. Camille is a member of Public Responsibility in Medicine and Research and leads Gallup’s Human Research Protections Program. \n  \nKorpo Momolu\, Associate Director\, Gallup Center on Black Voices \nAs associate director of the Gallup Center on Black Voices\, Korpo Momolu leads a team that is responsible for developing and executing the center’s strategy. Korpo brings the center’s mission to life by overseeing breakthrough research that will create a better understanding of the lived experiences of Black Americans. \nKorpo brings a wealth of organizational effectiveness and DE&I expertise to this role. Before joining Gallup\, she served as a trusted adviser for a diverse client base\, where she created change management strategies with an emphasis on building inclusive teams. \nKorpo has bachelor’s degrees in Biology and Public Health and a minor in African American Studies from Indiana University. Korpo also holds IC Agile Certified Professional (ICP) and Certified Scrum Master (CMS) certifications.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/gallup-center-on-black-voices/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Professional Development Luncheon,Professional Development Luncheon
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20201004T004807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201004T004854Z
UID:10190-1602763200-1602766800@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Making a Really Good Impression!
DESCRIPTION:  \nWhether you’re looking for a new job\, changing careers\, or improving your online presence\, this session is right for you.\nJoin IABC Chicago on Thursday\, October 15\, 2020\, at 12 p.m. CST for a conversation with Lisa Frank\, CEO of LBF Strategies\, LLC\, a recruiting & career coaching firm. \nLisa is a thought leader\, career coach\, mentor\, and recruiter specialized in the PR/Comms space. Her online #FranklySpeakingFriday video channel provides her followers with updates and information on how to stay on the top of the game when looking for the next step in your career\, and we are honored to extend that offering in a form of a webinar. \nDuring the event\, Lisa will cover career trends in the communications field\, discuss resume writing tips\, and talk about the importance of networking and online presence.  \nIf you have a specific question you’d like Lisa to answer\, you can submit them to chicago-info@iabc.com by Monday\, October 12\, 2020. \nClick here to register here \nDate: Thursday\, October 15\, 2020 \nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. \nLocation: Zoom \nPrice: Free \n\nAbout the Presenter: \nA connector\, a nationwide recruitment partner\, and a career coach\, Lisa B. Frank is the CEO of LBF Strategies\, LLC\, a recruiting & career coaching firm.  With more than 15 years of recruiting experience\, Lisa maintains a specialized recruitment expertise and a vast network in the Public Relations and Communications industries. \nDuring the 2008 economic downturn\, Lisa’s work as a recruiter propelled her into the career coaching space. As she spent a great deal of time talking to job seekers who were at a professional crossroads\, she uncovered her professional passion and talent for coaching\, and obtain the necessary training to formalize her expertise to work one-on-one with professionals to help them navigate the job search and career development process. In 2012\, Lisa set up shop in her living room and launched LBF Strategies. \nToday\, Lisa matches talent with companies from coast to coast\, and also coaches professionals\, at all levels\, to navigate today’s competitive job search process – and ultimately reach their career goals. Through her blog\, Frankly Speaking\, and weekly #FranklySpeakingFriday segments\, Lisa shares her insights\, guidance and sometimes outrageous (but true) stories around career topics with humanness\, candor\, and even a little humor. \nLisa holds an M.S. in Public Service Administration from DePaul University and a B.A. in Communications from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Lisa was born and raised in Minneapolis\, spent many years living in Chicago\, and currently resides in Carmel\, IN.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/webinar-making-a-really-good-impression/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200930T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200930T181500
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20200917T161509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T164026Z
UID:10171-1601485200-1601489700@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Figuring Out Freelancing
DESCRIPTION:Come share or learn everything you ever wanted to about becoming a freelance communicator!\nJoin IABC/Chicago on September 30 at 5:00 p.m. for a chance to learn the ins and outs of becoming a communications freelancer. You will be able to hear from experienced freelancers in the field about the benefits and challenges of freelancing\, or join us to share your expertise as a current or previous freelancer! The event will kick off with an introduction from our host\, followed by a moderated group discussion \nRSVP: Register here\nSpace is limited and based on first-come\, first-serve. Secure your spot today! \nDate: September 30\, 2020 \nTime: 5:00 to 6:15 p.m. \nPrice: Members: Free | Non-members: $10 | Students $5 \n\nAbout the Host:  \nChris Hickey is the Director of Membership Services on the 2020-2021 IABC Board. Chris has had a passion for effective communication for his entire life. Although Chris had opportunities in grade school to perform as a soloist and orchestral music and theatre performer\, it was not until a speech teacher in high school convinced him to take a speech course that he became excited about public speaking and business communications. Chris earned his degree in Communications at the University of Illinois. Chris then embarked upon a career that now has 20 years of progressive sales\, marketing\, and communications experience at Fortune 500 companies and several startups. Chris is currently the Co-Founder of Two (2) Step (www.twostepsbus.com)\, a Salesforce CRM Software consulting firm. 
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/webinar-figuring-out-freelancing/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190820T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190820T090000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20190807T130100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190814T034150Z
UID:9848-1566286200-1566291600@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Coffee with Communicators - 5 Digital Trends to Implement in 2020
DESCRIPTION:Curious about the latest digital trends to implement in 2020? \nJoin IABC Chicago on August 20th for ‘Coffee with Communicators’ to kick-off your morning with networking and insight on the latest internal and external digital trends with Justin Allen\, a future-focused creative content leader and affiliate consultant with Ragan Consulting Group. \nLight refreshments will be provided. \nDate:     August 20\, 2019 \nTime:     7:30 to 9:00 a.m. \n\nNetworking – 7:30-8\nPresentation from Justin Allen w/ Q&A – 8-9\n\nLocation:     Dollop Coffee\n643 N Wells Chicago\, IL \nPrice:    Members: $10\nNon-members: $20\nStudents (with valid student ID): $5 \nRSVP:    Register now!  \n— \nAbout the Host/Presenter/Panel:  \nJustin Allen is an affiliate consultant with Ragan Consulting Group. Justin is a Chicago-based content and brand marketing expert\, filmmaker\, producer\, entrepreneur and conference keynote speaker\, with more than 17 years of experience helping Fortune 500 companies\, startups and media groups to create data-driven marketing campaigns\, shows and story series that don’t suck.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/coffee-with-communicators-internal-and-external-digital-trends/
LOCATION:Dollop Coffee\, 643 N Wells\, Chicago\, IL\, 60504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee with Communicators,Networking,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190507T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190507T090000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20190411T033954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190507T022801Z
UID:9680-1557214200-1557219600@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Coffee with Communicators - Research Insights for Internal Communications
DESCRIPTION:Come network with fellow communicators over coffee and light breakfast as we discuss research insights in support of internal communications. Share best practices and weigh in on the state of metrics in internal communications and how they pave the way for effective communications with our most important stakeholders: employees. \nPeter Mitchell of Strategic Intent\, a communications insights firm working extensively with internal communicators using a cross-section of employee research tools\, will share his views on the strategic side of internal communications and how it affects relationships with employees across the continuum of locations — from home offices to corporate offices. \nPete brings senior experience helping organizations succeed by connecting with target audiences. He applies smart research process to reveal powerful truths that drive strategic decision-making for brand and corporate communications. \nThe event is open to IABC members and non-members no matter their level of expertise. \nWHEN:Thursday\, May 7 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. \nWHERE:Caterpillar Digital and Analytics Hub540 W MadisonChicago\, IL 60661 \nCOST:IABC Member: $15.00Non-member: $25.00Student: $5 \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/save-the-date-coffee-with-communicators-3/
LOCATION:Caterpillar Digital and Analytics Hub\, 540 W Madison\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee with Communicators,Networking,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190226T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190226T100000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20190110T025219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190216T024034Z
UID:9605-1551168000-1551175200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:FREE WORKSHOP: How to Brew Your Business Case with Communication Outcomes That Sell
DESCRIPTION:  \nIABC Chicago is pleased to partner with Internal Comms Pro to offer you this free opportunity to connect with others in the field and learn how you can deliver your best this year. \nHow to Brew Your Business Case with Communication Outcomes That Sell \nLocation:  Club Quarters Hotel\, Central Loop\, Chicago\nDate:  Tuesday\, February 26\, 2019\nTime:  8 to 10 a.m.\nCost: Free \nThe Morning Brew: \nJoin Jason Anthoine\, Managing Founder of Audacity\, as he shares some of his 30 years’ worth of knowledge on how to structure your internal comms strategy with outputs that sizzle and outcomes that sell. \nYour Expert Panel \nPanelists will keep things brewing as they share their work products and templates on how to apply Jason’s concepts in your work day. \n— Connie J. Mayse\, Health Care Service Corporation and president\, IABC Chicago\n— Gabrielle Loring\, ROC Group and chair\, IABC Awards Committee\n— Ally Bunin\, MSL Group \nRegister here.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/free-internal-communications-workshop/
LOCATION:Club Quarters Hotel\, Chicago Loop\, 111 West Adams Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20190103T003431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190110T025916Z
UID:9587-1548759600-1548766800@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:PD Luncheon: Define and Activate Your Employee Value Proposition
DESCRIPTION:Defining the relationship between employer and employee is easier said than done. When done well\, a compelling employee value proposition (EVP) can improve retention and recruitment\, reduce compensation premiums when hiring\, and boost employee productivity and long-term commitment. \nHelp us kick-start the New Year with a luncheon led by Dionne Gomez and Adam Fuss from Gagen MacDonald where you will learn: \nWhy it’s critical for organizations to have an impactful EVP. \n— Tips for defining and activating a successful EVP.\n— Examples of organizations with compelling EVPs.\n— The event is open to both IABC members and non-members. \nWHEN:  Tuesday\, January 29\, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nWHERE: Osteria Via Stato\, 620 N State St\, Chicago\, IL 60654 \nPRICING: \nIABC Members:  $35\nNon-members:  $50\nStudents:  $15 \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/pd-luncheon-define-and-activate-your-employee-value-proposition/
LOCATION:Osterio via Stato\, 623 N. State\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Professional Development,Professional Development Luncheon
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190117T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190117T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20190103T010411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190110T032055Z
UID:9591-1547746200-1547753400@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:IABC Chicago Suburban Sips
DESCRIPTION:You spoke and we listened! Because of your feedback from our last membership survey\, we are piloting a new event series that will host intimate networking groups across the city and suburbs in Evanston\, Naperville\, Wheeling and Chicago’s West Loop. \nJoin fellow communicators at an IABC Chicago Suburban Sips event—a great opportunity to network and socialize in an informal setting in your choice of four venues. Suburbanites and city dwellers alike are invited on Thursday\, January 17\, 5:30-7:30 p.m. CST\, at the venue most convenient for you: Evanston\, Naperville\, Wheeling or Chicago (West Loop). \nThis is an social event with no presentations or pitches. Come prepared to share your thoughts on: \n\nKey communication trends for 2019\nMost important needs for communicators to address in 2019\n\nOr maybe you can share how to make the best of our notorious Chicagoland winters! \nWHEN:  Thursday\, Jan. 17\, 5:30-7:30 p.m. \nPRICING:\nMember: $15\nNon-member: $25\nStudent: $5 \nWHERE (CLICK ON THE LOCATION YOU WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND): \nEvanston:\nFive & Dime\n1026 Davis St.\nEvanston\, IL 60201 \nNaperville: \nSixtyFour – A Wine Bar\n123 Water St.\, #105A\nNaperville\, IL 60540 \nWheeling: \nCooper’s Hawk\n583 N. Milwaukee Ave.\nWheeling\, IL 60090 \nChicago (West Loop): \nOvie Bar & Grill\nOgilvie Transportation Center\n120 N. Canal St.\nChicago\, IL 60661 \n\nThis is a social event with no presentations or pitches. Come prepared to share your thoughts on:\n\n— Key Communications Trends for 2019\n— Most Important Needs for Communicators to Address in 2019\nOr maybe you can share how to make the best of our notorious Chicagoland winters! \n\nYour registration fee will cover appetizers and your first beverage.\n\nCost of Attendance\nIABC Member: $15\nNonmember: $25\nStudent with Valid ID: $5
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/iabc-chicago-suburban-sips/
CATEGORIES:Chicago Suburban Sips,Networking,Professional Development,Young Professionals networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181109T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181109T090000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20181024T031041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T142715Z
UID:9557-1541748600-1541754000@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Coffee with Communicators:  Effective Storytelling Can Move Business
DESCRIPTION:Please join the IABC Chicago chapter for coffee\, light breakfast and networking as we welcome Damian Joseph of SE10\, an international public relations firm with offices in Chicago\, London and Singapore\, to IABC’s Coffee with Communicators. \nWhile storytelling is a key tool for today’s communicator\, applying effective storytelling that impacts business in terms of brand awareness\, relationship building and even sales can make a difference in today’s dynamic world of business. Joseph will share his unique approach to storytelling and lead a lively discussion on how a great story told the right way can be highly impactful. \nJoseph’s past work as the innovation beat reporter for BusinessWeekand contributor for Fast Company\, along with his current work at SE10\, has helped him create a different approach to story development that focuses on helping businesses be more successful. \nSE10 is an integrated communications agency that specializes in strategic brand journalism and content marketing.  By incorporating powerful storytelling with refreshing and persuasive content\, SE10 helps major brands such as Volvo CE\, Manitowoc\, and Trimble increase awareness and understanding of their products\, and activate and forge strong relationships that drive engagement- whether with customers\, employees or other important stakeholders. \nThe event is open to IABC members and non-members no matter their level of expertise. \nWHEN:\nFriday\, Nov. 9\, 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. \nWHERE:\nWrigley Building Conference Room – 3rd Floor\n410 N. Michigan Avenue\nChicago\, IL 60611 \nCOST:\nIABC Member: $15.00\nNon-member: $25.00\nStudent: $5 \nREGISTER TODAY
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/coffee-with-communicators-effective-storytelling-can-move-business/
LOCATION:Wrigley Building\, 410 N. Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee with Communicators,Networking,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181025T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181025T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20181013T204734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T031723Z
UID:9529-1540467000-1540476000@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:PDLuncheon - Communicating about Artificial Intelligence: A Global Report
DESCRIPTION:The bots are here…But do we know where we are going? \nJoin Mary Hills\, ABC\, Six Sigma\, IABC Fellow\, FRSA\, Business Principal at HeimannHills Marketing Group\, as she discusses the inaugural 2018 Communicating Artificial Intelligence Global Report done by the Centre for Strategic Communication  Excellence. The report summarizes key findings from the Communicating AI survey that was conducted to benchmark what communication professionals know\, feel and are doing on communicating artificial intelligence now.  Mary will be accompanied by a representative from Health Care Service Corporation to review their plans to learn about communicating and using AI in their work. \nOur discussion will include a: \n\nReview of the Communicating AI survey key findings\nCase study of AI in practice with keen insights\nPractical next steps in preparing yourself to communicate AI in your organization.\n\nHeimannHills Marketing Group is a global marketing and communication firm headquartered in Chicago. As an alliance partner of the Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence\, HeimmanHills works with individuals and companies to use strategic communication to manage organizational change and to provide communication professionals with data and information to guide their evolving strategic leadership role in organizations throughout the world. \nHealth Care Service Corporation is the country’s largest customer-owned health insurer and fourth largest health insurer overall\, with more than 15 million members in its Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans in Illinois\, Montana\, New Mexico\, Oklahoma and Texas. \nCommunicating_AI_Infographic \nPricing:\nIABC Member: $35\nNon-Member $50\nStudent with valid ID: $15 \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/pdluncheon-communicating-about-artificial-intelligence-a-global-report/
LOCATION:Osterio via Stato\, 623 N. State\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Professional Development,Professional Development Luncheon,Professional Development Luncheon
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20181013T210946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181013T211630Z
UID:9536-1540306800-1540310400@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Webinar:  Building Your Organization’s Communication Capability with the COMMS Approach
DESCRIPTION:Everyone communicates. The communication function is only one part of sharing information and facilitating meaning in any organization. Yet the growth in social platforms\, the role of communication partners including HR\, change\, project management and marketing\, along with the essential communication impact of managers force communicators to relinquish control. \nIn this webinar\, learn how introducing the five-step COMMS planning approach across an organization builds capability\, provides a common process and achieves clearer outcomes. Communication functions are under pressure: extend your team’s impact through a simple framework that applies as much to manager one-to-ones as it does to project kick-offs and process changes. \nThis webinar builds on the planning process introduced in the previous webinar: The five-step COMMS plan: a simpler way to get better outcomes from communication planning. *If you missed this webinar\, you can view it in the resource section of IABC.com\, when logged in as an IABC member.  \n  \n \nPresenter/Jonathan Champ\, helps organizations communicate meaningfully. Passionate about developing the next generation of communication leaders\, he has two decades experience delivering change communication\, leadership and engagement across corporate\, community and NFP sectors. He is the founder of Meaning Business and creator of the Shorter COMMS Plan\, and a former Asia Pacific Co-Chair of the IABC Gold Quill Evaluators Blue Ribbon Panel. He tweets about #comms as @meaningbusiness. \nDate: 23 October 2018\nTime: 3 – 4 p.m. CST\nFree to IABC members  \nRegister
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/webinar-building-your-organizations-communication-capability-with-the-comms-approach/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180927T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180927T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20180813T162531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180926T150628Z
UID:9499-1538071200-1538078400@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:2018 Bronze Quill Awards Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us on September 27 for IABC Chicago’s premiere annual event celebrating our 2018 Bronze Quill Awards winners. \nDate: Thursday\, September 27 \nTime: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. \nLocation:\nWildfire\n159 W. Erie Street\nChicago\, IL 60654 \nDress:  Business attire \nRegister Here\nOn-site registration will be available. \nBronze Quill Awards Ticket Options (includes appetizers\, dinner and a soft bar) \nIABC Member: $85.00\nNon-Member: $95.00\nStudent:  $70.00\nGroup of 5: $375.00 \n\nAll winning entries will be on display\, and award recipients will be available to discuss their projects. There will also be the presentation of the 2018 Karen Utterback Volunteer Award. \nThis event is a great networking and professional development experience. We encourage you to invite friends\, associates and non-members – all are welcome! \n 
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/2018-bronze-quill-awards-celebration/
LOCATION:Wildfire\, 159 W. Erie\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awards Ceremony,Bronze Quill,Networking,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20180221T174431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180221T180832Z
UID:9224-1536750000-1536753600@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Webinar:  Collaboration to Improve Department Communication
DESCRIPTION:Collaboration to Improve Department Communication \nPresented by Shahara Wright\n\nMost department leaders will say that the C Suite doesn’t care if departments work together. However\, managers know that it is necessary to complete the work that needs to be done. It often seems like it is impossible because of distrust and suspicion between departments. However\, a company can only survive if a culture of communication\, transparency and collaboration is embraced. \nDepartments that struggle (or make no attempt) to cooperate with each other lead to product delays\, budgetary problems and destroy company culture. Departments end up competing with one another and no longer seek to improve the company\, but themselves. Collaboration is not about projects but working toward a common goal and outlook for a better future. A future where everyone benefits. \nIn this webinar\, you will learn:\n• How team leaders can encourage communication.\n• How to create a collaborative process.\n• How to work through mistakes and pitfalls.\n• How to cultivate mutual understanding. \nPresenter Shahara Wright is a CEO\, business law attorney and business strategist.  She is an award-winning author\, host of the CEO Collaboration Circle and a highly sought after international speaker.  Wright has been the owner and lead attorney of The Wright Firm\, PLLC for over 17 years and founded The CEO Effect\, LLC\, to work with small business owners who want to implement strategy to build capacity. \nDate: September 12\, 2018\nTime: 11:00–12:00 p.m. CT\nFree to IABC members \nRegister here.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/webinar-collaboration-to-improve-department-communication/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180831
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20180813T155317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180813T155317Z
UID:9488-1535587200-1535673599@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Karen Utterback Award Nominations Due
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, the IABC Chicago executive committee proudly presents the Karen Utterback Volunteer Award to one outstanding individual. \nKaren Utterback\, ABC \nWe are now accepting nominations for the 2018 Award. To nominate a chapter member\, fill out and submit your nomination by Friday\, August 31\, 2018. \nAbout the award \nThe annual Karen Utterback Volunteer Award\, which began in 2012\, recognizes a seasoned professional who donates his/her time and talent to further the professional communications practice. The IABC Chicago executive committee honors one outstanding individual at our Bronze Quill Awards reception each year. Selection criteria include: \n\nDedication to strategic communications excellence\,\nAssistance to the organization and its members\, and\nYears of volunteer service to the profession.\n\nLearn more about the Karen Utterback Volunteer Award.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/karen-utterback-award-nominations-due/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180718T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20180221T174158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180221T180859Z
UID:9222-1531911600-1531915200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: The 9 Rules of Crisis Communication
DESCRIPTION:The 9 Rules of Crisis Communication \nPresented by Lane Kasselman\n\nBad things happen on weekends\, holidays and when the weather is nice—learn how to always be prepared for a crisis and the rules for communicating through it. Lane Kasselman\, former Uber and AT&T communication and public affairs executive\, will share his experience in navigating crisis and upholding an organization’s trust\, credibility and reputation in the process. \nPresenter Lane Kasselman is a nationally recognized expert in crisis and public affairs. He led communications and public affairs for both Uber and AT&T\, and also ran Kasselman LLC working with BP during the Deepwater Horizon oil spill and the American Foundation for Equal Rights during the same-sex marriage court decision. He and Matt McKenna\, former U.S. President Bill Clinton senior adviser\, launched Greenbrier two years ago to help companies and individuals avoid\, manage and recover from crises. \nDate: July 18\, 2018\nTime: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. CT\nFree to IABC members \nRegister here.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/webinar-the-9-rules-of-crisis-communication/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20180221T183736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180618T191719Z
UID:9246-1530097200-1530100800@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Awesome PowerPoint Tricks for Effective Presentations
DESCRIPTION:Awesome PowerPoint Tricks for Effective Presentations \nPresented by Richard Goring\n\nPowerPoint is the basis for much of the training material you use\, and yet it’s text-heavy\, dull and boring. This session will help you revolutionize the way you use it to make your presentations and other training materials more effective using visuals\, diagrams and animation. \nIt covers productivity tips on creating content\, quick formatting and animating graphs in two clicks. It will help enhance your content with better design techniques\, image manipulation\, animation combos and precise motion paths. And it will inspire you to create sophisticated interactive content with triggers\, hyperlinks and custom content. Plus\, a free PowerPoint toolkit to kick start your efforts for everyone who attends. \nSteps to take:\n1. Attend this session.\n2.Become a PowerPoint legend. \nPresenter Richard Goring is a director at BrightCarbon\, the specialist presentation and eLearning agency. He has helped to write and create thousands of presentations\, and coached hundreds of teams to present more effectively using visuals\, diagrams and animated sequences that explain and reinforce the key points\, which are supported by plenty of resources and tips at www.brightcarbon.com. \nDate: June 27\, 2018\nTime: PST / 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. CT\nFree to IABC members \nRegister here.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/webinar-wesome-powerpoint-tricks-for-effective-presentations/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180621T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180621T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20180511T155442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180511T155516Z
UID:9410-1529580600-1529589600@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Your Personal Brand: Know What It Is and Shape It to Help You Become a Stronger Communicator
DESCRIPTION:  \nWhat’s all the commotion these days about creating your personal brand? What is a personal brand anyway and why it is important to you as a successful communicator? \nJoin us Thursday\, June 21\, as we welcome Tami Chapek\, founder of WeInspireWe and Certified Professional Coach\, as she leads us through an interactive working session on personal branding and how you can make your actions speak louder than words. \nTami’s personal branding session will give participants: \n\nA clear and specific vision for your leadership style.\nPreliminary action plan to begin to integrate the vision.\nGreater confidence and credibility – leading to greater trust and confidence from others.\nA higher perceived value in both personal and professional situations.\nAbility to stand out from other leaders.\n\nPricing:\nIABC Member: $35\nNonmember:  $50\nStudent:  $15 \nRegister today!
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/your-personal-brand-know-what-it-is-and-shape-it-to-help-you-become-a-stronger-communicator/
LOCATION:Osterio via Stato\, 623 N. State\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Professional Development,Professional Development Luncheon
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180607T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180607T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20180508T221346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180508T221638Z
UID:9401-1528394400-1528401600@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Roof Tops and River Views at Groupon Networking and Volunteer Recognition Event
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us Thursday\, June 7 on the roof top of Groupon’s Chicago headquarters to take in the river view and toast to the summer with IABC Chicago! Having made its debut in late 2017\, we’re excited to get a glimpse of Groupon’s amazing new roof top space while we mix and mingle with other communications professionals. Let’s also raise a glass to say “thanks” to our volunteers who served  IABC Chicago this year. \nAdmission includes drinks\, appetizers and networking galore. \nRegister here. \nDate: June 7\nTime: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.\nLocation: Groupon Corporate Headquarters\n600 West Chicago Avenue\, Chicago\, IL 60654 \nPrice:\nMember:  $25\nNonmember:  $35\nStudent:  $5
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/roof-tops-and-river-views-at-groupon-networking-and-volunteer-recognition-event/
LOCATION:Groupon Corporate Headquarters\, 600 West Chicago Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Professional Development,Volunteer recognition
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180607
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20170816T223516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170816T223516Z
UID:8896-1527984000-1528329599@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:2018 IABC World Conference
DESCRIPTION:  \nSave the date for the 2018 IABC World Conference\, June 3–6 at the Palais des congrès de Montréal in Montréal\, Canada! \nFor more information or to pre-register\, visit the IABC World Conference website.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/2018-iabc-world-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Networking,Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180516T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180516T090000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20180301T201129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180420T163737Z
UID:9265-1526455800-1526461200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Coffee with Communicators
DESCRIPTION:  \nUh oh. A major media outlet has run a story about your company that has affected your bottom line. Everyone up to the CEO is unhappy. What do you do? \nJoin us for breakfast\, networking and a discussion with Morningstar’s Sasha Bigda\, as she walks us through a coordinated suppression plan to debunk a Wall Street Journalarticle that called their fund ratings into question. \nAll levels of communications expertise and experience are welcome and you need not be a member to attend. A light breakfast will be served. \nHosted by Morningstar. \nWednesday\, May 16\, 7:30 – 9:00 a.m. \nMorningstar\n22 West Washington Street\nChicago\, IL 60602 \nPricing: \n\n\n\nMember:\n$15\n\n\nNon-member:\n$25\n\n\nStudent:\n$5\n\n\n\nREGISTER TODAY! \n 
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/save-the-date-coffee-with-communicators/
LOCATION:Morningstar\, 22 W. Washington Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee with Communicators,Networking,Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20180221T173925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180221T180922Z
UID:9220-1525863600-1525867200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Webinar:  Stuck in the 20th Century? The Shifts You and Your Company Need to Make to Thrive in the 21st Century
DESCRIPTION:  \nStuck in the 20th Century? The Shifts You and Your Company Need to Make to Thrive in the 21st Century \nPresented by Maya Townsend and Martha Miser\n\nToday\, the world is a much different place than it was twenty years ago. Yet\, we still rely on approaches to strategy that were developed in the 20th century (and a few that were developed over 2000 years ago). We need to move beyond the old methods to what works in our digital\, global\, rapidly changing world. In this active\, engaging webinar\, we’ll explore the five shifts organizations and individuals need to make in order to lead strategy and communicate effectively in the 21st century.\nIn this session\, you will learn: \n\nWhat the shift to a deeply interconnected\, digitally ubiquitous\, global world means for organizations and individuals.\nThe five shifts of thinking you’ll need to succeed in strategy and communications in the 21st Century.\nThe practical implications of the five shifts to your practice.\n\nPresenter Maya Townsend helps individuals\, teams\, and organizations thrive in our networked world. Through her company\, Partnering Resources\, she uses the science underlying human relationships to make soft skills generate hard results. She serves on the Editorial Review Board for OD Practitioner. Her articles are regularly published by venues such as Inc.Com\, CIO.Com\, People + Strategy\, and Nonprofit Quarterly. As co‐editor of The Handbook for Strategic HR\, Townsend will happily tell you why you should throw out your performance reviews and why most HR departments need a total makeover. \nPresenter Martha Miser focuses on disrupting organizations\, so that people think differently about themselves and relationships\, leading to organizations that are more awake\, passionate\, human and focused—all of which adds up to better business results. Her company\, Aduro Consulting\, serves a range of domestic and multinational companies. Prior to starting her consulting business\, Miser held leadership positions in several organizations\, including Global Head of Leadership and Change for ING Bank in the Netherlands. Her newsletter\, Exploring Leadership\, examines the unique challenges of 21st century leadership. \nDate: May 9\, 2018\nTime: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. CT\nFree to IABC members \nRegister here.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/webinar-stuck-in-the-20th-century-the-shifts-you-and-your-company-need-to-make-in-order-to-thrive-in-the-21st-century/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180503T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180503T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180426T151340Z
UID:9360-1525370400-1525377600@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:How Does Your Company Spell CSR?
DESCRIPTION:  \nAn organization’s approach to corporate social responsibility (CSR) is nothing new\, and companies use many ways to define what it means to them. Does it include transparency\, sustainability\, diversity\, supply chain management\, environmentalism or social involvement? All of them? A combination? It’s different for every organization. \nJoin us for a moderated panel discussion about what modern CSR means to our panelists’ companies\, and how they communicate their position and programs to their employees and external stakeholders. \nPanelists\nMoira Knight\, Executive Director\, Communications and Corporate Citizenship\, Astellas\nElieen Buckley\, Director\, National Responsible Business Leadership Team\, PWC\nKasjha Moua\, Manager\, Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability\, Allstate \nModerator\nAnne Divita Kopacz\, Director of Communications\, Quinlan School of Business\, Loyola University\, Chicago \nEvent hosted by Astellas. \nMay 3\, 6:00-8:00 p.m. \n6:00–6:30 p.m.           Register\, networking\, hors d’oeuvres and drinks \n6:30–7:30 p.m.           Welcome\, announcements\, panel discussion \n7:30–8:00 p.m.           Q&A\, wrap up \nRegister today! \n\n\n\nIABC Member:\n$35\n\n\nNon-member:\n$50\n\n\nStudent:\n$15\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/save-the-date-how-does-your-company-spell-csr/
LOCATION:Astellas\, 1 Astellas Way\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T205440
CREATED:20180221T173615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180221T180952Z
UID:9218-1524654000-1524657600@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Webinar:  How to Define\, Articulate and Activate Your Company’s Purpose
DESCRIPTION:  \nHow to Define\, Articulate and Activate Your Company’s Purpose \nPresented by Guusje Bendelert\n\nIn today’s climate\, purpose plays a bigger role in business than ever before. Purpose can be the keystone of your brand story or the X-factor for retention and recruitment efforts. But\, what really is purpose? How should it be communicated? What value can purpose add to your business? Having worked with companies like Southwest Airlines\, International Paper and Qualcomm around integrating purpose into their communications\, we have seen the tangible benefits purpose can bring to any organization. \nIn this educational webinar you will learn how to identify your organization’s purpose and communicate it to a variety of stakeholders. \nPresenter Guusje Bendelert is a founding partner and chief strategy and creative of thinkPARALLAX\, a strategic brand consultancy that works with companies to define and activate their purpose. As a branding\, strategy and citizenship expert\, Bendelert helps companies articulate\, communicate and activate their purpose to enhance performance\, engagement and reputation. \nDate: April 25\, 2018\nTime: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. CT\nFree to IABC members \nRegister here.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/webinar-how-to-define-articulate-and-activate-your-companys-purpose/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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