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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Ferris Bueller Guide to Smarter Storytelling - Wed.\, Feb. 18 - 11:00 AM CT
DESCRIPTION:What Ferris Can Do For You\nIf you want to sharpen your storytelling skills and help your people improve theirs\, look no further than the classic American film\, “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.” \nIn this engaging\, practical session we’ll unpack the movie’s most important storytelling lesson and learn how it can help us connect with\, captivate and compel any individual or audience to action — from customers and clients to colleagues and other key stakeholders. \nThat means: \n\nIdentifying and rising above the ordinary information (the data\, stats and info) that prevents us from delivering the big picture — the context\, meaning and perspective;\nDrawing out the best stories from our customers\, constituents\, members and others;\nCreating more captivating campaigns\, preparing winning pitches and presentations and extending our influence inside and outside the organization.\n\nCome prepared for a substantive and interactive experience. And remember\, the learning will come at you pretty fast — if you don’t stop and tune in you could miss it! \n \nWho is Rob Biesenbach?\nRob Biesenbach specializes in helping busy professionals capitalize on the power of storytelling to engage and influence their most important stakeholders. \nThrough his workshops\, speeches\, books and coaching he has helped tens of thousands of senior executives\, managers and other professionals become more effective\, persuasive communicators. He’s the author of the Amazon bestseller “Unleash the Power of Storytelling: Win Hearts\, Change Minds\, Get Results.” \nRob has worked with great organizations including AARP\, Allstate\, Caterpillar\, Coca-Cola\, Deloitte\, Feeding America and Lockheed Martin. \nIn former lives\, Rob was a vice president at Ogilvy\, press secretary to the Ohio Attorney General\, and a nonprofit and association executive in Washington\, DC. \nRegister to attend: https://www.iabcphiladelphia.org/guide_to_smarter_storytelling \nMembers: $15.00\nNon-Members: $25.00\nStudents: $5.00
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/webinar-the-ferris-bueller-guide-to-smarter-storytelling-wed-feb-18-1100-am-ct/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Get Your Communications Career Moving at the Speed of Change - Tues.\, Feb. 17\, Noon CT
DESCRIPTION:Looking for your next career opportunity? Don’t miss this interactive lunchtime session with recruiter Lynn Hazan! \nCommunications careers have shifted dramatically in recent years and so has the way professionals get hired. \nJoin us on February 17 to learn how the career search marketplace is changing\, how to run a more strategic search campaign\, and how to position yourself for emerging opportunities. \nYou’ll walk away with clearer direction and practical ways to build visibility and connect with the right opportunities. \nLynn Hazan is the founder and president of Lynn Hazan & Associates\, Inc. (LH&A) — a woman-owned\, Chicago-based\, award-winning\, contingency-based recruiting firm established in 2000\, specializing in marketing\, communications\, and public relations placements.  The firm places full-time\, part-time\, temp-to-perm\, virtual\, and/or freelance candidates nationwide. By focusing on storytelling and long-term relationships across all stages of her candidates’ careers\, Lynn and her team have had great success helping her long-term clients with multiple hires.  \nLynn offers various career consulting programs focused on building candidates’ resumes\, LinkedIn profiles\, personal brands\, interviewing & negotiation techniques\, and job search strategies. In addition to running her award-winning recruitment agency\, Lynn sits on the Marketing Advisory Council at DePaul University and is a three-time performer for the StorySLAM competition. 
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/free-webinar-get-your-communications-career-moving-at-the-speed-of-change-tues-feb-17-noon-ct/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Networking,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T180000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
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SUMMARY:Design Your Growth: Mindset Shifts for Advancement - Thurs.\, Dec 11\, 5-6pmCT FREE WEBINAR
DESCRIPTION:Join IABC/Chicago for this free interactive webinar with Michele Monte and Kevin Kowalick\, co-founders of Offshoot Coaching Professional Development\, also our Event Sponsor!\n\nRegister Today!\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/design-your-growth-mindset-shifts-for-advancement-thurs-dec-11-5-6pmct/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251124T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251124T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: How Prolific Innovators Develop Great Ideas That Deliver
DESCRIPTION:RE:Think Innovation: How Prolific Innovators Develop Great Ideas That Deliver Extraordinary Outcomes\n\n\n\nInnovation has a reputation problem – it’s seen as the domain of R&D teams\, marketing visionaries\, or people with the right title\, degree\, or budget. For communicators\, it can feel like something that’s out of reach. Or simply not part of the job description. But that mindset keeps us stuck in rinse-and-repeat tactics\, status quo messaging\, and missed opportunities to influence what matters. \nWhat if innovation wasn’t reserved for the few? What if it were a learnable\, repeatable skill communicators could use to elevate their impact\, shape culture\, and drive meaningful change? \nIn this keynote based on her bestselling book RE:Think Innovation\, Carla Johnson shares a proven framework that helps communicators connect the dots in new ways\, unlock creativity on demand\, and become go-to innovators inside their organizations. No guesswork. No gimmicks. Just a practical approach to thinking differently and communicating with greater purpose\, clarity\, and influence.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/webinar-how-prolific-innovators-develop-great-ideas-that-deliver/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T193000
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UID:11574-1761154200-1761161400@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Meet the Board Mixer - Wed.\, Oct 22 - Sweetwater's
DESCRIPTION:Meet and network with the 2025-2026 IABC Chicago Board of Directors and other local communicators in the heart of Chicago.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/meet-the-board-mixer-wed-oct-22-sweetwaters/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T123000
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UID:11477-1745407800-1745411400@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:A Good Ending to the Story: The Importance of Measurement\, April 23\, 11:30am - 12:30pmCDT
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URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/a-good-ending-to-the-story-the-importance-of-measurement-april-23-1130am-1230pmcdt/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T100000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20250317T223637Z
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UID:11472-1744102800-1744106400@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:IABC/Chicago: Unlock Magic in Your Network April 8\, 9amCT
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URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/iabc-chicago-unlock-magic-in-your-network-april-8-9amct/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T183000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20250317T225606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T225606Z
UID:11483-1743525000-1743532200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Tues.\, April 1\, 4:30pm Maggiano's River North: Networking\, Connecting\, and Giving: Become an Indispensable Communicator
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URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/tues-april-1-430pm-maggianos-river-north-networking-connecting-and-giving-become-an-indispensable-communicator/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s Banquet Facility\, 516 N. Clark Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T183000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20250311T141010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T141010Z
UID:11465-1742401800-1742409000@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:March 19: Elevate Your Career with IABC/Chicago and DePaul’s College of Communication
DESCRIPTION:This event will take place in the North Café on the 11th floor of the DePaul Center (1 E. Jackson Blvd.) on the Loop campus.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/march-19-elevate-your-career-with-iabc-chicago-and-depauls-college-of-communication/
LOCATION:DePaul University (Loop Campus)  11th floor of the DePaul Center (1 E. Jackson Blvd.)\, 14 E. Jackson St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250318T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250318T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20250311T140531Z
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UID:11462-1742284800-1742288400@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Coffee with Communicators
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URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/coffee-with-communicators-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T100000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20250107T174309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T174309Z
UID:11418-1738054800-1738058400@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:5 Ways to Make Sure You Are Relevant 5 Years From Now - Jan 28\, 9amCT with The Crescenzos
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URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/5-ways-to-make-sure-you-are-relevant-5-years-from-now-jan-28-9amct-with-the-crescenzos/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T183000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20241212T203640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T203640Z
UID:11406-1734453000-1734460200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Tues.\, Dec 17 - Mix\, Mingle and Christkindl! At The Dearborn
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URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/tues-dec-17-mix-mingle-and-christkindl-at-the-dearborn/
LOCATION:The Dearborn\, 145 N Dearborn\, Chicago\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T093000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20241204T143018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T004943Z
UID:11385-1733301000-1733304600@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Dec 4 Coffee Chat\, 8:30amCT
DESCRIPTION:Grow your professional network and start your day with a caffeinated perk in your step at one of three suburban coffee chats in Oak Park\, Deerfield or Schaumburg.\nThis is FREE to attend for members (and non-members) – simply purchase the beverage of your choice and meet us there! \nWe hope to see you there! \nSign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0F4DAFA722A3FE3-53312696-iabc#/ \nPick one of three suburban locations: \nOak Park: Buzz Cafe  \n905 S. Lombard Ave. \nOak Park\, IL 60304 \nHost: Linda Carlisle (Director of Chapter Operations) \nDeerfield: Scrambled  \n660 Lake Cook Rd \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nHost: Michael Shmarak (Professional Development Committee) \nSchaumburg: Sweet Reserve  \n160 S Roselle Rd C\, \nSchaumburg\, IL 60193 \nHosts: Heather Natal (President) + Linda Windham (Director-at-large)
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/dec-4-coffee-chat-830amct/
CATEGORIES:Coffee with Communicators
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T173000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
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UID:11397-1729701000-1729704600@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Change Isn’t Hard – A Framework for Impacting Change in your Organizations Webinar: Wed. Oct. 23
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, Oct. 23 at 4:30 p.m.\, join the IABC/Queensland President Mel Loy and IABC/Chicago to learn change communication strategies based on proven behavioral science that will transform your business communications. \nIn this session\, you’ll learn about the Framework\, as well as: \n\nUnderstanding how people respond to change\, and what that means for your communication;\nChange communication techniques based on proven behavioural science; and\nThe principles of developing your change comms strategy.\n\nMel Loy is a self-confessed serial ideator\, obsessed with how humans behave and what that means for effective communication. Her small but mighty team at Hey Mel! Communication and Training provides consulting and training services to clients all over Australia and overseas\, specializing in internal\, change\, crisis and strategic communication. Mel is the author of the new book\, Change Isn’t Hard: a playbook for practical\, people-centred change communication (which we’ll be raffling off during this session!)\, and the host of the Less Chatter\, More Matter podcast. \nRegister today \nCost to attend is $10. Register before Oct. 16th to save $5 with the code PRESALE.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/change-isnt-hard-a-framework-for-impacting-change-in-your-organizations-webinar-wed-oct-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T100000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20240930T234058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T004522Z
UID:11399-1727859600-1727863200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Use AI To Improve Your Spokespeople with Fight or Flight’s Media TrAIner: Wed.\, Oct 2\, 9amCT Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to embrace AI in your communications strategy?\n\n\nJoin us for an exclusive look at Media TrAIner by Fight or Flight—a groundbreaking AI-powered tool designed to enhance spokesperson performance and elevate media training outcomes. This presentation is tailored specifically for business communicators to discover how to leverage AI to better prepare spokespeople to build trust\, credibility\, and lasting connections with their audience. \nIn this engaging talk\, you’ll learn: \n\nPractical techniques to embrace AI in your communications strategy\nHow to leverage AI to better understand the impact of ‘on record’ conversations.\nHow to use AI tools to refine communication strategies and improve outcomes.\n\nDiscover practical insights\, hear success stories\, and see the tool in action as we explore how AI is reshaping the future of media training. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of business communications. \nRegister Now! \n$15 for all \nMeet Tim and Dan: \nTim Fry \nTim Fry\, also known as “Fryman\,” is the US Chair at Fight or Flight. He is a global storytelling and campaign leader with experience working with major brands like Amazon\, Expedia\, Microsoft\, Salesforce\, and Samsung. Tim lives in the Pacific Northwest with his wife\, two teens\, and two pugs. They enjoy the outdoor activities the region offers\, such as biking\, hiking\, kayaking\, skiing\, and embracing the occasional misty day. \nDan Bird \nOver the last 10 years Dan has led\, managed and executed international and local media relations programs for major technology brands such as Ericsson\, IBM and LinkedIn as well as scale-up and unicorns like Flipdish\, Quantexa and Signavio. It’s the thrill of landing coverage for clients that still gets Dan out of bed and he remains on the front line of pitching reporters on a daily basis from New York City\, where he has lived since 2022.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/use-ai-to-improve-your-spokespeople-with-fight-or-flights-media-trainer-wed-oct-2-9amct-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T100000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20241117T002904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T003103Z
UID:11393-1727254800-1727258400@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Sept 25 - The Role of the Communicator in DEI Webinar
DESCRIPTION:As communicators\, we are often the ones breathing life into the culture of our company and clients and\, in an era of evolving workplace dynamics\, organizations must create environments that foster DEI. However\, establishing and sustaining effective DEI initiatives require more than just good intentions. \nIt’s a huge responsibility to navigate the right language and information while retaining authentic communication in our workplace. \nThe Competence Centre for Workplace Equity has created The Competency Framework\, a first-of-its-kind guide designed to improve DEI results. \nIn this talk\, you’ll learn: \n\nHow to leverage this framework in your workplace and the communications you are creating on behalf of your clients and company\nHow to think about DEI in your content creation process as a flexible skill set being built over time (instead of a checklist of the right words to use)\nGain an understanding of an evidence-based approach to working with DEI practitioners\n\nGet a sneak peek into this new framework that is changing the way companies are approaching DEI through a more practical\, tactical\, and operational approach that is creating genuine results and increased trust.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/sept-25-the-role-of-the-communicator-in-dei-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20240808T012315Z
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UID:11349-1724241600-1724245200@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Join Us to Kick Off the 2024-2025 Programming Season! Wed.\, Aug 21\, Noon Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Make the most of your IABC membership by joining us for an informal lunchtime networking session as we kick off the 2024 – 2025 season on Wed.\, Aug 21\, at NoonCT. Get to know the IABC/Chicago Board and fellow members alike. We’ll introduce some of our upcoming events and have time for feedback to hear from you and what you hope to achieve from being an IABC/Chicago member. Feel free to bring a friend interested\nin learning more about IABC and developing their career in communications. This session is FREE! \nWe’re excited to see you! \nRegister Now!
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/join-us-to-kick-off-the-2024-2025-programming-season-wed-aug-21-noon-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T190000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20240324T181429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T142525Z
UID:11280-1715187600-1715194800@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Career Connect: Elevate your Professional Path – May 8 In-Person Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person for our last official event of the program year before World Conference comes to Chicago in June! \nJoin us on May 8 at Lil’ Ba Ba Reeba! (441 N Clark St) for an engaging and educational networking event tailored specifically for communicators seeking to advance your careers and expand your professional networks. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out\, this event will provide you with valuable insights\, practical strategies\, and meaningful connections to propel your career forward. IABC Chicago is proud to welcome Raleigh Decker as our keynote speaker and workshop presenter. \nReserve your spot today and take the next step toward achieving your career goals.  \nRegister Now. \nWhat you can expect \n5:00 PM – 5:45 PM: Networking Reception \nWind down the day with a networking reception where you can connect in a relaxed and informal setting. Enjoy refreshments and engage in meaningful conversations that could lead to new opportunities and collaborations.\n5:45 PM – 6:45 PM: Skill-building Workshop \nParticipate in an informational and interactive workshop focused on honing essential communication skills such as personal branding\, how to get noticed on LinkedIn\, crafting an eye-catching resume and building a portfolio exemplifying your work and skillset. Acquire practical techniques and tools to excel in your role and stand out in the competitive job market.\n  \nAbout Raleigh \nRaleigh graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with both Master’s and Bachelor’s Degrees in Advertising\, and from Disney University with her Ducktorate in Management and Communications – Disney Style. \nRaleigh is pretty sure that after 11 years of working for World’s Finest Chocolate\, she has\nchocolate in her veins. That’s even better than the ketchup that ran through her veins years\nago while starting her career on the McDonald’s client service team at marketing agency\, Frankel. \nImpressed by her project management skills and people instincts\, Frankel’s Human\nResources department recruited Raleigh to a new career path. Her people operations experience includes recruiting\, talent development\, performance management\, leadership coaching\, culture transformation\, digital community building and lots and lots of employee communications. \nPrior to agency life\, her summer internship at Walt Disney World taught Raleigh the importance of exceeding expectations. And\, while you can take this woman out of Disney\, you can’t take Disney out of Raleigh. She’s drawn to fun work environments\, and likes to spread a little magic wherever she goes. \nOutside of work\, Raleigh volunteers as a Board Member for Unique Sweets\, a nonprofit that benefits autistic young adults by teaching them job skills through baking and offering safe spaces for socialization. As a proud hockey and lacrosse mom\, you’ll often hear Raleigh cheering on her kids. She also loves cooking for family and friends\, working out and getting lost in a book.
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/in-person-event-wed-may-8-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Lil Ba Ba Reeba\, 441 N Clark St #1\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T130000
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CREATED:20240324T180632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T214100Z
UID:11278-1713355200-1713358800@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:April 17 Noontime Webinar: Gen Z+ Decoded: Engagement Strategies for the Next Generation
DESCRIPTION:Save the date on Wednesday\, April 17 for a noontime webinar as Luke Goetting joins us to explore the motivations and dynamics of each generation\, and a better understanding of how to build a positive work culture and enhance employee productivity. \nRegister Now!
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/april-17-noontime-webinar-save-the-date/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240227T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240227T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20240319T170020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T140300Z
UID:11187-1709035200-1709038800@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:How to improve relationships at work through better communication with Jenni Field: February 27 Webinar\, 12 - 1pmCT
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URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/from-chaos-to-calm-with-jenni-field-february-27-webinar-12-1pmct/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T220145Z
UID:11190-1706011200-1706014800@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Top 10 Trends in Internal Comms with Trish Nicolas: January 23 Webinar\, 12 - 1pmCT
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URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/top-10-trends-in-internal-comms-with-trish-nicolas-january-23-webinar-12-1pmct/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231206T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20230802T134305Z
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SUMMARY:Your Leadership Brand\, 2.0 – In Person Luncheon – Wed.\, Dec 6\, 11:30am – 1pm
DESCRIPTION:Back in May IABC/Chicago came together to to host a networking event and talk about crafting your leadership brand with Alyssa Cox\, BlueSwift Consulting.  This December\, we’re bringing Alyssa back to dive into how to put that leadership brand to move beyond subject matter expertise to direction-setting leadership\, sitting at the center of strategic decision-making. \n \nAll leaders have a brand – the defining characteristics of their leadership style that characterize both how they operate and how they are perceived. Taking the time to articulate that brand for yourself is a key first step in living into that brand with intentionality and ensuring that the way you are perceived aligns with your values. \nAlyssa Cox is the founder of Blue Swift Consulting\, host of The Change Artist podcast\, and a respected organizational effectiveness strategist with 14 years of experience helping clients make the leap from subject matter expert to strategic leader. \nRegister Today! \n$35 Members \n$45 Nonmembers \n$15 Students
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/your-leadership-brand-2-0-in-person-luncheon-wed-dec-6-1130am-1pm/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s Banquet Facility\, 516 N. Clark Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ask the Career Coach: An Unscripted Conversation with Darcy Eikenberg\, PCC - Oct 25
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URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/ask-the-career-coach-an-unscripted-conversation-with-darcy-eikenberg-pcc/
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SUMMARY:Designing Success Together: How Communication Consultants Can Positively Influence Decision Makers & Secure Right-Fit Opportunities – Wed.\, Sept 27 Webinar – 12pm – 1pmCT
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Angelique Rewers\, ABC\, APR \nCEO & Founder\, BoldHaus \n As a strategic communications expert\, you know that effective communication can make or break mission-critical business initiatives. But how are you leveraging communication strategies that foster trust\, credibility\, and openness in your own marketing and sales efforts? \nIn this content-rich session – which received rave reviews at this year’s IABC World Conference in Toronto – you’ll discover refreshingly simple approaches to deepen rapport with your prospects\, lay the groundwork for a truly collaborative “sales” process\, and yield better results for your clients – all while avoiding the most common headaches for yourself. \nYou’ll also learn how to create: \n\nMore 1:1 meetings with senior decision makers.\nMore long-term\, transformational client engagements (versus once-and-done\, check-the-box type of engagements).\nMore follow-on work with each and every client you enjoy working with.\n\nThis session caters to solo communication consultants\, CEOs and owners of communication firms\, and anyone with business development responsibilities in a strategic communications firm. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out\, you’ll gain actionable strategies\, scripts\, and shortcuts that will enhance results for both you and your clients. \nAngelique Rewers is a small business growth expert\, and CEO of BoldHaus®\, recognized as an Inc. 5000 company. With 25+ years of experience\, she’s widely recognized for her no-nonsense approach in helping small and diverse businesses to win corporate clients. \nAngelique’s expertise has earned her recognition as “the undisputed champion at helping small businesses land big clients” in Inc. Magazine and a “Fierce Champion for Small Business Owners” on the cover of Business Digest Magazine. \nUnder Angelique’s leadership\, BoldHaus has trained 10\,000+ small businesses in 72+ countries\, and its groundbreaking global conferences have brought entrepreneurs together with Fortune 500 brands to help them work more effectively together. \nRegister Today! \n$10 to register & attend
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/designing-success-together-how-communication-consultants-can-positively-influence-decision-makers-secure-right-fit-opportunities-wed-sept-27-webinar-12pm-1pmct/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T120000
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SUMMARY:Too Hot to Handle: Regulation\, AI and ESG Webinar: Aug. 9 – 12pm – 1pm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first webinar of the IABC/Chicago programming year! \n \nWe’re presenting a session to cover a variety of major issues affecting our industry. With rapid advancements in AI and interrelated fights regarding privacy and copyright\, coms professionals are running on fumes. Add to that\, one of the burgeoning fields in our industry\, that being ESG has now been engulfed in “the culture wars” as many commentaries have described. \nTo help tie these issues together and explore these topics\, we’ve invited James Rubec\, the head of product at Fullintel and a former PR professional to share the facts\, and some stories about these tumultuous times. \nWhat We’ll Cover: \n\nCopyright Government Fistfight\nAI Says “Hold My Beer”\nESG In The Hot Seat\n\nHead of Product at Fullint el\, James is one of Canada’s top leaders in PR technology and strategy. His unwavering commitment to transforming groundbreaking concepts into viable products has empowered Fortune 500 brands to better understand their public image\, enabling them to seize unseen opportunities and further their growth. Rubec’s commentary has been featured in USA Today\, CBC’s The National\, Yahoo Finance\, Variety Magazine\, and the Financial Post\, and his analyses are included in publications like The Conversation and Wired Magazine. \n \nRegister Today! \n$10 to register & attend
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/too-hot-to-handle-regulation-ai-and-esg-webinar-aug-9-12pm-1pm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230509T170000
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SUMMARY:Tues.\, May 9 - Networking & Establishing a Leadership Brand - Pinstripes\, Chicago - 5-7pm
DESCRIPTION:Springtime in the City! Join IABC/Chicago on May 9 for a fun networking event to reconnect with your coms colleagues! We have Pinstripes reserved and the first drink (or two) is on us! \nWe will mix & mingle\, and then turn it over to Alyssa Cox\, the founder of Blue Swift Consulting\, who will work with us on identifying our leadership brand as we work the room with intention\, and then we have more time to mingle! \nRegistration is open! \n$30 Members \n$45 Nonmembers \n$15 Students (undergrad & grad)
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/tues-may-9-networking-establishing-a-leadership-brand-pinstripes-chicago-5-7pm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20230419T170016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230324T105817Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding ESG Reporting: Best Practices and Evolving Expectations - Wed.\, April 19\, Noon Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Environmental\, social and governance (ESG) reporting is a critical tool for telling your company’s sustainability story in a transparent and compelling way in order to satisfy stakeholder demands and comply with new regulations. Whether you’re just getting started on your ESG journey or ready to take a leap forward\, this session is for you. We’ll cover: \n\nWhat’s included in ESG reporting and why it’s a business priority\nEvolving regulations and frameworks\nSetting goals and tracking progress to meet stakeholder expectations and regulatory requirements\nEssential components of ESG reporting\nBeyond the report: ESG storytelling internally and externally\n\nJoin IABC/Chicago as we welcome Cathy McCarron\, Practice Lead\, ESG Reporting & Sustainability Communications\, with Pivot Strategies out of Minneapolis. \nCathy brings more than 30 years of experience to the Pivot team\, including running her own communications consulting business for 18 years after working in corporate and agency roles. Cathy’s broad expertise includes over a decade leading CSR and ESG reporting projects — ideal background for her role as Pivot’s ESG Reporting and Sustainability Communications Practice Leader. She is a strategic\, versatile communicator adept at delivering targeted communications and reporting solutions for clients across a variety of industries. \nRegister Now! \n$10 to register & attend \n 
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/understanding-esg-reporting-best-practices-and-evolving-expectations-wed-april-19-noon-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230322T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20230316T170051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T174946Z
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SUMMARY:Hindsight 2028 with Lynda Carlisle\, Partner\, CS-Effect: Wed.\, March 22\, Noon Webina
DESCRIPTION:Wed.\, March 22\, 12 – 1pm Webinar. $10 \nWhere will the communication field be in the next five years? What would we want our future selves to know\, learn and develop to get us there? \nJoin IABC/Chicago for this future visioning discussion with IABC/Chicago & Regional board member\, Lynda Carlisle\, as she walks us through trends and insights for us to consider. \nLynda is both a member of IABC/Chicago and the IABC Pacific Plains Regional Board. As a trusted communications advisor to senior level executives\, she is a partner at CS-Effect\, leading strategic communications campaigns for notable organizations\, including Girl Scouts\, NorthShore University Health System\, Experian\, Alere\, Egon Zehnder\, Leadership Greater Chicago and CSX Transportation\, among others. \nRegister Now!
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/hindsight-2028-with-lynda-carlisle-partner-cs-effect-wed-march-22-noon-webina/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20230116T220440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T220702Z
UID:10967-1676462400-1676466000@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Effective Data Storytelling– Wed.\, Feb\, 15\, 2023 – Noon – 1pmCT
DESCRIPTION:Turn your Canva and Tableau into the best story structures to fit your audience. Transforming data into visual communication is only one part of the picture—it’s just as important to engage your audience with a memorable and persuasive story. Narratives are more powerful than raw statistics\, more enduring than pretty charts. Effective Data Storytelling teaches you how to communicate insights that influence decisions\, inspire action\, and drive change. Gain practical advice for communicating research results that you can immediately apply in your day-to-day communications. \nFeaturing Tony Cheevers\, Researchscape \nRegister Today!
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/effective-data-storytelling-wed-feb-15-2023-noon-1pmct/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T065344
CREATED:20221218T212226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T203013Z
UID:10943-1674648000-1674651600@chicago.iabc.com
SUMMARY:Who are the people in your neighborhood? A persona-based approach to employee engagement - Jan 25\, Noon Webinar REGISTRATION IS FULL!
DESCRIPTION:No matter the organization\, data and insights show our people are flooded with information. There is no “one-size-fits-all” approach when we engage with our people. Using personae is about finding a way to communicate messages to a global audience that are designed with a specific someone in mind\, rather than a generic ‘everyone.’ \nJoin Carla Guest from IABC/Toronto for this interesting session on how Siemens Energy used this approach to research\, develop and implement persona-based employee communications. It will highlight internal ‘best practices’ of implementation in partnership with business stakeholders (Human Resources\, Chief Diversity Officer\, Chief Data and Analytics Officer). \nREGISTRATION IS FULL!
URL:https://chicago.iabc.com/event/who-are-the-people-in-your-neighborhood-a-persona-based-approach-to-employee-engagement-jan-25-noon-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Webinar
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